Egypt Travel Blog

EGYPT TRAVEL BLOG has articles about Egypt's history, present, and attractions. It also includes in-depth coverage of the country's culture.

EGYPT TRAVEL BLOG is an excellent resource for those who are planning to visit the delights of this ancient civilization or just want a peek into Egyptian life through its writings on various topics, including politics, religion, and more!

A solo traveler and guide sailing on a traditional felucca near Aswan granite islands.
By Ashraf Fares March 12, 2026
Planning a solo trip to Egypt? 7-day itinerary, safety tips, how to travel alone comfortably, and why a private guide changes everything about solo Egypt.
Traditional dahabiya sailing on the Nile at sunset; a private honeymoon experience.
By Ashraf Fares March 12, 2026
The best Egypt honeymoon itinerary — pyramids at sunrise, a private dahabiya on the Nile, Aswan sunsets, and Abu Simbel. 8 days planned for two.
Composite view of Egypt's pyramids, massive columns, and Abu Simbel statues with a tour group.
By Ashraf Fares March 4, 2026
Planning your first trip to Egypt? Where to start, how long to go, what to see first, and how to avoid the mistakes most first-time visitors make.
SUV and train traveling past Giza Pyramids, Nile temples, and colorful Nubian houses.
By Ashraf Fares March 4, 2026
Not sure about a Nile cruise? Here's a complete Egypt itinerary using hotels throughout — what you gain, what you lose, and who the land-based option suits.
Progressive timeline of Egyptian sites: Pyramids, Karnak Temple, hot air balloons, and Abu Simbel, s
By Ashraf Fares March 4, 2026
How long do you need in Egypt? 5, 7, 10 or 14 days — what each duration actually covers, what each one misses, and which is right for your trip.
Karnak Temple with obelisks; Giza Pyramids at sunset.
By Ashraf Fares March 4, 2026
Should you start your Egypt trip in Cairo or Luxor? The honest answer, with the argument for both sides and the itinerary implications of each choice.
Split view of Philae Temple in the Nile River and the massive statues of Abu Simbel.
By Ashraf Fares March 4, 2026
2 days in Aswan — Day 1: Philae Temple, High Dam & the Nile. Day 2: Abu Simbel, the greatest temple in Nubia. Full itinerary with private guided tours.
Colorful Nubian village, Philae Temple, and a felucca on the Nile River in Aswan.
By Ashraf Fares March 4, 2026
One day in Aswan — Philae Temple, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and a Nubian village felucca trip. The essential Aswan itinerary.
Nile with feluccas, Colossi of Memnon, cliff temples, and hot air balloons at sunset in Luxor, Egypt
By Ashraf Fares March 4, 2026
Two days in Luxor allow you to see the famous sites without rushing, and to reach the places that don't appear in most itineraries. Day one covers the Valley of the Kings and Karnak — the monuments almost everyone knows. Day two goes further: Abydos, where Egyptian religion began, and Deir el-Medina, the village of the workers who built the Valley of the Kings. Most visitors to Luxor spend one day and leave having seen the surface. Two days show you why this city was the religious capital of an empire for 500 years. 
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