Egypt & Middle East Travel Blog & Guide

There are so many historical sights in Alexandria so for anybody planning an Egypt trip, an excursion to Alexandria should be high on the list. This ancient Egyptian capital, built by and named after Alexander the Great, has so many stunning historic sights that planning an itinerary can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry – everything is…

Egypt overflows with historical attractions, and its temples in Upper Egypt rank high on the list of cultural sites to explore. Celebrated for their intricate relief work, bright colors, and storied scenes, temples are quintessential to the country’s heritage. Egyptians used these limestone and sandstone structures to honor ancient gods and goddesses and show their respect for…

Today we have an exiting news about the new discovery in Saqqara, Egypt. Like the buzz of street life in bustling Cairo or the beaming of the Saharan sun, archaeology is an unending fixture of regularity in Egypt, continuing on unabated even in the wake of world-altering events. Though the work is often painstaking and tedious, it’s…

Egypt… Ancient Egypt and Egypt tourist attractions, the birth of mother civilization and humanity, has captivated many minds across the globe. This Mystery Mediterranean country is bordered by Giza Strip, Israel, the Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea, Sudan, and Libya. The cradle of civilization has seen and introduced us to modern civilization. It is impossible…

The long-lasting impact of Covid-19 on the travel and hospitality industries is too severe to comprehend, as scores of destinations around the world have been adversely affected, Egypt included. Since Egypt relies heavily on tourism and the income it produces, the shutdown has been particularly distressing for the country and its people. The Egyptian government offered…

Good news is rare these days, it seems. But we have an exciting tidbit of info to share. Osiris Tours has been recognized as a 2020 Travelers’ Choice by Tripadvisor, the world’s most popular travel platform. The Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards are given to hotels, restaurants, attractions, and experiences that receive excellent reviews,…

Many tourists flock to Cairo to experience a city steeped in history, but as it turns out, they can’t overlook the city’s burgeoning culinary landscape. Thousands of dining establishments have a home within the city limits, ranging from traditional Egyptian to Italian, French, Indian and Lebanese, fetching cuisines that span the globe. With a plethora…

When you travel with us on a guided tour of Egypt, it’s likely that the first and last stops on your journey will be the country’s beating, buzzing heart: the kinetic capital city of Cairo. While there’s ample adventure further up the Nile at iconic landmarks like Abu Simbel and the Temple of Karnak, you could easily…

When we think of ancient civilizations, we usually assume that women were not treated as well as they are today However, Egypt treated its women better than any of the other cultures within the ancient world. Women of Ancient Egypt When taking any trip to Egypt you will learn a lot about the ancient Egyptian…

If you are planning a luxury Morocco tour, one of the things you’ll really want to consider is where to stay. My suggestion? Choose riads over hotels. But what is a riad? Why is staying in a riad better than staying in a hotel? And what are some of the best riads in Morocco? Read…

Egypt is the country that gave birth to the great’s civilization in the world and has attracted thousands of tourists each year and the Nile River has found its home here. The Nile is also the longest river in the world. The river shares its water with eleven African countries, but the river is the…

The museums are the best places to visit in Egypt. When visiting Egypt on one of our Egypt trips, a tour of its beautiful museums is a must-do activity, as they are unlike museums in any other country. The remarkable history of Egypt has drawn visitors to the storied land for centuries, and as more…