Experience Egypt’s Western Desert for an adventure off the beaten path In between the road that loops out into the Western Desert from Cairo reconnects with the Nile Valley at Luxor passes through four oases, including Al-Dakhla and Al-Kharga Oases. Kharga is the oasis furthest to the south and is the largest of the four […]
Experience the magical terrain of the White and Black Deserts Located in Egypt’s Western Desert, the charming Al-Farafra Oasis sits in a land depression surrounded by the White and Black Deserts and the Great Sand Sea. The terrain in the deserts just outside of Al-Farafra is surreal; it will make you feel like you’ve been […]
Home to the White Desert and the Black Desert Explore Al-Bahariyya Oasis where ancient rituals, religions, and agriculture have created the rich cultural layers that make the village the peaceful escape that it is today. Located 370 km southwest of Cairo, it is the closest Western Desert oasis to the capital city. Hot springs with […]
Egypt’s desert sanctuary Friendliness and smiles are infectious in Siwa, Egypt’s most remote desert oasis. Located 300 km southwest of , Siwa is a charming urban oasis. This desert sanctuary may be off the beaten path, but the effort it takes to get there is well worth it. As soon as you arrive, you will […]
Discover some of Christianity’s holiest sites Located in the desert at the halfway point between Cairo and Alexandria, Wadi al-Natrun is regarded as one of the most sacred places in the world for Christian monasticism. For 1,500 years, the monks of Wadi al-Natrun enjoyed the isolation of the desert, nestled in a quiet oasis of […]
Egypt’s classic summer getaway Known for gentle turquoise bays and white sandy beaches, the coastal city of Marsa Matruh has been drawing people to its shores for centuries. While newer North Coast destinations may have taken over as the places to see and be seen, Marsa Matruh has maintained its status as Egypt’s traditional summer […]
White sandy beaches and stunning turquoise waters make this Egypt’s go-to summer vacation destination The North Coast, known to Egyptians as “Al-Sahel” is the country’s go-to summer vacation destination. In July and August, summer vacationers from across the country migrate north to the coast where the cool sea breeze, white sandy beaches dotted with colorful umbrellas, and […]
Cairo’s Weekend Beach Getaway Al-Ain al-Sukhna is the perfect weekend beach getaway from Cairo. Regardless of where you are in the capital city, Sukhna, as it’s known to Egyptians, is easily accessible by car or bus. If you’re staying on the east side of Cairo, it can take less than an hour door to door, […]
Unwind on pristine white sandy beach, explore ancient mangrove forests, and make friends with dolphins and Abu Dabbab (the dugong) The Red Sea town of Marsa Alam is a true paradise for nature lovers, where remarkable mangrove forests nestle in shallow translucent pools of turquoise water. The proximity of the Marsa Alam International Airport makes […]
Relax, heal, & unwind on the quiet shores of this ancient marine port Located 53 km south of the bustling hub of Hurghada, the quiet seaside town of Safaga is known for its undisturbed beachfront and excellent dive sites. It’s an excellent place to unplug and bury your feet—or your entire body—in the white quartz […]