For your Egypt group tours, there are several important tips to keep in mind. The land of Egypt is blessed with fertile soil that results in abundant production of vegetables, fruits, and legumes. Fava beans, lentils, zucchini, tomatoes, citrus fruits, and eggplant are all common ingredients. Egyptian cuisine also features spices and clarified butter, or ghee. Be sure to drink bottled water and wash your fresh fruits and vegetables before serving them to your group.

Egyptian art

While on an Egyptian art tour, you can enjoy the treasures of the ancient Egyptian civilization. You’ll see tombs of pharaohs, the first dynastic period of hieroglyphs, and a wide variety of objects used in the royal life. Among them are sarcophagi, cosmetic jars, and wooden shabtis, as well as pieces of jewelry. You’ll also see fragments of a massive pink granite sarcophagus lid. One of the most beautiful examples of predynastic Egyptian art is a cloth from the tomb of Queen Nefertari that is considered the oldest painting in the world. Another highlight is the rock-cut temple of Ellesia, which was built during the reign of Pharaoh Tuthmosis II. This ancient temple was saved from floods by the pharao

Ancient ruins

For tourists visiting ancient ruins in Egypt, there are many things to look for. The first step is figuring out what these ruins are. In Egypt, the Ptolemaic dynasty began two decades after Alexander the Great died. Ptolemy I ruled the Egyptian part of his empire until his death in 30 B.C. The crumbling temple had an incomplete sandstone panel depicting the entrance of a temple. The engraved scene is of a man resembling a Roman emperor, or an unknown deity.

Nile cruises

Many tours of Egypt include Nile cruises as part of their itinerary. These tours include some of the best sightseeing along the Nile River. For example, a multi-day Nile cruise from Luxor, Aswan, or Hurghada is an excellent standalone vacation. Depending on your preferences, you can also add additional days in Cairo or Hurghada. These days-long tours are also a great base for longer tours of Egypt.

Cairo’s pyramids

One of the most spectacular features of Cairo’s pyramids is the Queen’s Chamber, located half-way between the north and south faces. This room measures ten cubits north-south and eleven cubits east-west, and features a pointed roof apexed at twelve cubits high. The interior is adorned with beautiful statues, including the imposing Sphinx. The Egyptian architect of this pyramid, Cheops, is thought to have designed the pyramid to resemble a modern-day man.

Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings is an important archaeological site in Egypt. The tombs of the pharaohs were found in the valley during the excavation of the city in the 19th and 20th centuries. When it was first discovered, Egyptologists didn’t know what they were looking at. The tombs were simply labeled KV (Kings Valley).

Cleopatra’s trip

Mark Antony had invited Cleopatra to Tarsus in 41 BC, but she knew Antony was prone to womanizing and vulgarity, so she put on a show for him. Cleopatra’s entrance was vulgar and calculated, dressed as the goddess of love Aphrodite. Antony’s invitation was a sign of her burgeoning empire and desire for a greater world.