Egypt & Middle East Travel Blog & Guide

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…

The top four scuba diving spots in Egypt’s Red Sea: think of Egypt and you’ll probably conjure up images of immense, stalwart pyramids and sand-strewn ruins, frenetic city streets and bustling bazaars, and elegant sailboats plying the waters of the Nile—the go-to spots for many luxury Egypt tours. But if you’re an active adventurer or a fan…

Planning a trip to Morocco but not sure where to go and what to see? Morocco has a lot to offer. Of course you can’t see and do it all, but here are 10 must see sites in Morocco to consider adding into your Morocco custom tour. The Sahara Desert Without a doubt, one of…

These ancient temples have a long and fascinating history and are one of the most intriguing and unforgettable attractions in Egypt. In a village 280 km south of Aswan, you will find a complex of temples dedicated to the Pharaoh Ramses II. It is said that the imposing statues on the front of this temple…

By Chris von Rinteln Are you thinking of planning an incredible vacation to Egypt? Do you dream of sailing the Nile, get a taste of Egypt, walking in the shadow of the Sphinx, or strolling the streets of buzzing Cairo? We can’t wait to take you there on one of our best Egypt tours, but until…

No trip to Egypt would feel complete without spending an afternoon in the lively heart of Cairo—the bustling market district of Khan el Khalili, beloved for centuries by Egyptians and foreigners alike. Its narrow, cobblestone streets and winding, interconnected alleyways create a magical atmosphere that feels like a trip back in time. Its streets are…

With its hidden archeological treasures buried beneath sun-scorched sands, time-worn monumental ruins, and epic cultural history, Egypt has fascinated and inspired storytellers throughout the ages. Its gargantuan stone constructions, hermetically sealed tombs, and resplendent riparian vistas have served as engrossing backdrops for countless tales—and have typically drawn tourists by the millions on Egypt tour packages each year.  …