The Top 3 Egypt Holidays to Experience

Egypt is a country whose historical and cultural value to the interested traveller is almost unparalleled in the modern world, and whose Sinai Peninsula offers another dimension to the range of holidays that can be taken in the country. It has been a favourite of British holidaymakers for many years. The majority of tour operators offer a range of Egypt holidays, flying direct to multiple sites, such as Fly Monarch and Airflights. Here’s a look at some of the best ways to enjoy such epic landscape:

The Great Pyramid of Giza: A truly unique place, the Great Pyramid is the last remaining member of the collection of structures known as the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was built to hold the body of the Fourth Dynasty Egyptian King, Khufu. The site also has various other, smaller pyramids, temples, tombs, and of course The Sphinx, which is perhaps the only structure that comes close to the Great Pyramid as best known Egyptian icon.

The Valley of the Kings: This valley of tombs is a later development on the pyramids, built underground to stop the looting that affected its more conspicuous cousins (which unfortunately didn’t stop looters, official or otherwise). The area is west of Luxor, once named Thebes and ruling seat of the Pharaohs of the Upper Kingdom. The tombs feature complex warrens of chambers and elaborate hieroglyphic decoration. Though the riches have long since been removed the sense of power and wealth of the dead kings still remains.

harm el-Sheikh: Offering a change to the rich history of the Egypt of the Nile, Sharm el-Sheikh is located further east, on the Sinai Peninsula. With the Red Sea lapping at its beach-lined shores, vibrant nightlife, world renowned scuba diving and year round sun, the area has become a favourite of the sun holiday aficionado. Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport gives easy international access, or travellers moving on from the historical sites of Giza can reach Sharm with a six hour coach journey to recuperate: the perfect reward for some hardcore sightseeing.

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