Advice for Visiting Egypt

Know What to Expect/Watch for when Choosing Your Egyptian Vacation Enjoying Egypt depends upon choosing the best options for you in regards to transportation and accommodations. Also, many archaeological sites have their own rules. Transportation There are only a few ways to travel in Egypt. Nearly all tour groups make use of the Nile River and offer cruises from Luxor to Aswan. Clients fly into Luxor, board the cruise boats, and use that as their base. Because of the amenities onboard, like dining facilities, swimming pool, programs and shows, and accommodations, few tourists find themselves mingling with the Egyptian people or exploring the local restaurants and shops. Visitors are transported via tour buses to the archaeological sites. To transverse the entire country via the Nile, the Egyptian train is for the independent... [read full story]