Egypt, a country known for the magnificence of its pharaohs and the adventures of its gods, is filled with numerous cultural and architectural treasures . The Valley of the Kings, the Pyramids of Giza, the Library of Alexandria; these are all traces of Egypt’s glorious past. A country where the buildings create a breath-taking landscape that could dazzle and delight
even the most indifferent person. A country of a thousand paradoxes, where the fascinating and noisy street markets of Cairo contrast with the deafening silence of the huge desert plateau of the Sahara. You will be fascinated by the beauty of the majestic Abu Simbel temples which are situated on a remote hilltop, facing the Nile. The Nile, the country’s main artery, has preserved over time the most beautiful remnants of Egypt’s past, which you will discover on a cruise. Beyond the architecture, you will discover Egyptian culture . This is a culture in which the souks are kings, the smell of spices perfume the streets and conversations are interspersed with genuine hugs. All of these are reflections of a passionate life.
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The first step on your holiday in Egypt is the unmissable Cairo. You will come to understand why the Nile Valley’'s first city ended up being the country’s capital as well. Take your time to discover Cairo and its surroundings, which have a strong historical link. The magnificence of the gods and pharaohs are rivalled only bythe beauty of their monuments. You will all of a sudden find yourself in the enormous shadow of Rameses II'z statue, carved from rock, in the square named after him. Cairo is also a city of mosques. You will wander around, marvelling at the city’s manyplaces of worship. Then you will get a tan on the golden beaches of Dahab. After that, you will beholdthe mountains of Sinai, whose peaks shoot up over the sea. You will admire the country’s most beautiful coral reefs, and you will enjoy the heavenly surroundings on which the weather has no effect. During your trip to Egypt, you will have plenty of other experiences to enjoy, it’s up to you to seize all the opportunities….
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When to go in Egypt?
The best time of year to visit Egypt is from March to May and September to November, but there are significant changes in climate between the different regions. It's best to avoid Cairo in summer, as the heat there is unbearable, and added to it is the dust, pollution and noise there. On the other hand, then is the best time of year to enjoy the Sinai beaches and the coast of the Red Sea.
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Frequently asked questions for a trip in Egypt
Eine 10-tägige Reise nach Ägypten, individuell organisiert von einer lokalen Agentur, kostet pro Person zwischen 1 380 und 2 580 CHF, ohne internationale Flüge. Der Preis variiert je nach Unterkunft, besuchten Regionen, gewählten Aktivitäten, Reisezeit und gewünschtem Komfortniveau.
Das Rote Meer mit Ferienorten wie Hurghada und Marsa Alam besticht durch kristallklares Wasser und farbenfrohe Korallenriffe zum Schnorcheln und Tauchen. Die Lagunenstadt El Gouna bezaubert mit mediterraner Architektur.
In Luxor finden Kulturbegeisterte prächtige Tempel und das Tal der Könige. Die Makadi Bay lockt mit feinen Sandstränden und luxuriösen Resorts. Sharm el Sheikh an der Sinai-Halbinsel bietet erstklassige Tauchspots und Strandunterkünfte, während Alexandria mit historischem Flair und Kultur Ägyptens beeindruckt.
Die religiösen und gesellschaftlichen Normen prägen das tägliche Leben in Ägypten. In der Öffentlichkeit ist angemessene Kleidung wichtig - Schultern und Knie sollten bedeckt sein.
Körperliche Zuneigung zwischen Paaren wie Händchenhalten oder Küssen in der Öffentlichkeit ist unangebracht. Beim Fotografieren von Menschen ist vorherige Erlaubnis erforderlich. In Moscheen müssen Schuhe ausgezogen werden und Frauen ein Kopftuch tragen.
Eine durchdachte Packstrategie macht die Ferien angenehmer. Leichte Baumwollkleidung wie luftige T-Shirts und Hosen sowie ein Sonnenhut sind essenziell zum Schutz vor der Sonne.
Ein kleiner Tagesrucksack mit Wasserflasche und Desinfektionsgel ist für Ausflüge unverzichtbar. Die Reiseapotheke sollte Sonnenschutz LSF 50, Aktivkohletabletten und Elektrolytpulver enthalten. Ein vielseitiges Tuch dient als Kopf- oder Schulterbedeckung beim Besuch religiöser Stätten.
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