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Many tourists love going to and returning to Ras Mohammed Nature Reserve because one of the most famous dive sites in Egypt. The Reserve is home to a stunning coral reef, one of the most popular tourist attractions. In addition to the coral reef, the Reserve also features mangrove forests, lagoons, seagrass beds, and various fish and bird species.
If you are an adventurous traveller or a ski enthusiast, look no further than Faraya, Mount Lebanon, a municipality in the Keserwan District. This charming destination is renowned for its breathtaking ski resorts and mesmerizing landscapes. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the snow-covered mountains.
Ready to embark on a culinary adventure? Delve into the vibrant world of Egyptian cuisine with our beginner's guide. We'll uncover the secrets behind iconic dishes like koshari and ful medames, explore the fragrant spices that infuse every meal, and take you on a virtual street food tour. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and discover the flavours of the Nile!
Guide to the best Nile River cruises. Taking a Nile cruise is one of the most popular things to do on an Egypt Holiday. Operating between Luxor and Aswan, taking a Nile cruise offers an excellent way to visit the many pharaonic sites that lie close to the river Nile.
Guide to finding Egypt budget tours. Egypt is one of the most popular and unique tourist destinations in the world. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the spectacular archaeological sites, from the beautiful desert scenery to the popular beach resorts of the Red Sea, Egypt has something for everyone.
Please read for details of which of our tours are operating and which are cancelled, as well as for information about travel credits and updated Flexible Booking Conditions for new bookings.
Petra is a vast and unique city, half built and half carved into the sheer rock face by the Nabataeans over 2000 years ago. It lies between the Red Sea and the Dead Sea and was an integral crossroads for trade routes that linked China, India and Southern Arabia with Egypt, Syria, Greece and Rome.
Many people considering booking a holiday to Egypt may have some concerns and questions about visiting the country at the moment. We have made some notes below which will hopefully be informative and helpful.
By Russ & Rebecca Booking a journey to an iconic location, like Egypt, can be an interesting process to say the least. Prior to traveling, we heard “Be Careful” or “Are you sure it’s SAFE to go there?” from nearly everyone. But …
Many people considering booking a holiday to Egypt may have some concerns and questions about visiting the country at the moment. We have made some notes which will hopefully be informative and helpful.
Minister of Antiquities, Dr. Eldamaty opened two important individuals’ tombs at the western cemetery- the Pyramids Archaeological Area to receive their local and international visitors.
Why Egypt is safe for single ladies to travel to. For years I have dreamed of vacationing in Egypt, and I decided now was the time.
Useful information about whether diving is right for you and what to expect on a diving course or diving tour.
If you have Diving Certification from any organisation other than PADI, then here are a few general guidelines that should help to explain acceptability of your existing credentials
Medical questionnaire designed to highlight any existing problems that might affect you while diving. Please use this if you have any doubts about your suitability to dive.
There’s nothing quite as exciting, as walking straight into the water and disappearing beneath the waves. In fact there are many of us who simply love this type of diving, due to the ease and apparent simplicity of the method.
Detailed look at some of the various scuba diving courses offered by PADI international diving, including the Open Water course, the Advanced Open Water course and the PADI Rescue diver course.
Diving from a boat is an adventure in itself. For many dive sites, boats are the only way to get there. Boats come in all shapes and sizes, depending on the number of people it needs to carry, whether or not you will live aboard, and the distance needed to travel.
Playing bingo, snacking while sitting on a monument or feeding pigeons may seem innocent enough to many British citizens, but these are just some of the reasons why many people have found themselves faced with hefty fines or in some cases arrested or detained abroad.
Throughout large parts of the Middle East and Western Asia, the Muslim faith is the predominant religion. The effects this can have on you, as you travel through these countries can be very limited, but as a matter of respect, we often advise on certain dress standards.
On most Egyptian tours, the long overnight train journey from Cairo down the Nile to Luxor or Aswan is unavoidable. This journey can be taken in two ways…
The instruction below are an easy way to make a lightweight chador, ideal for anyone travelling to an Islamic country where dress codes apply.
Every year, some of our tours will take place during Ramadan, when adherents of the Muslim faith fast during daylight hours.
If you have an opinion on this it will usually be a strong one. People who travel with backpacks see it as a badge of honour, a way of earning the travel experience you are about to have.
The most experienced travel gurus know that the key to smart travelling is efficiency. Packing lightweight, compact items that help you navigate your travel experience is best.
We are delighted to bring you some more information about the support facilities boat we are now providing on all our tours that feature a Nile felucca cruise.
In 90% of cases a round the world flight is a once in a lifetime experience, a trip that will never be repeated. It is a chance to discover new places, find oneself, make new friends and have the longest holiday you are likely to ever have!
The word hieroglyphics refers to a method of writing used by ancient Egyptian. Hieroglyphics involved a series symbols, or hieroglyphs, which are ‘pictures’ of the words or sounds.
The Dar al Rahman orphanage is situated in the El Tawoon district, in Giza, Cairo. It’s a small orphanage looking after about 10 children currently aged between 2 to 6 years.
Tourism is one of the world’s largest industries and one of its fastest growing economic sectors. It has a multitude of impacts, both positive and negative, on people’s lives and on the environment. Therefore, the impact that tourism has on the earth’s natural environment is of great concern to everyone.
Bringing your children to Egypt or Jordan can be an adventure for all the family. There is so much to see, and most of the sites are so big, famous and impressive, that most children get a lot out of a holiday here, and are not quickly bored.
Egypt Uncovered specialises in small group adventure tours to some of the Middle East’s most amazing destinations.