With imposing Pharaonic temples, austere pyramids and fascinating sand-covered tombs, a visit to the magical land of Egypt truly brings out your adventurous side. As a tourist in this historic country, you get to pay homage to Luxor’s Valley of the Kings, where the famous tomb of Tutankhamen was discovered. What’s more, you get to feast your eyes on the gleaming finds in Cairo’s Egyptian Museum, as well as take a leisurely boat ride along the Nile, and visit an ancient waterside temple. For a heavier dose of fun and adventure, you may take a thrilling hike in the desert, and look for the traces of Rome’s trading posts. Indeed, Egypt is a treasure trove teeming with natural wonders, historic gems, and one-of-a-kind architectural beauties.
A visit to this mystical destination, though, involves more just gazing on the exquisite tourist offerings of Cairo, Nile and Luxor. Known as one the world’s most popular desert destinations, Egypt also has a plethora of tourist magnets that are relatively unknown to many travelers. From the exciting jeep safaris in Hurghada to the eerie tombs of Beni Hasan, Egypt is rich in off-the-beaten-path experiences that are definitely worth trying.
A Blissful Desert Adventure
Hurghada is, without a doubt, one of the best hidden treasures of Egypt. Tucked away on the Red Sea Coast, this tranquil town was once a small and unpretentious village that international travelers never bothered to lay eyes on. But amazingly, this laid-back secret has transformed into a gorgeous resort speckled with superb world-class beaches, and luxurious boutique hotels. Besides its wealth in beaches, the town is blessed with a colorful marine life and awesome underwater reefs.
Copyright © 2014 by A Luxury Travel Blog. This article was written by Christos Hajipapas and originally published on aluxurytravelblog.com
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