Posts

The Majestic Pharaohs' Golden Parade in Cairo

Image
 THE MAJESTIC PHARAOHS' GOLDEN PARADE IN CAIRO  22 mummies of Egypt’s ancient rulers began their journey through the capital to their new resting place: from the Egyptian Museum to the newly opened ‘National Museum of Egyptian Civilization’. The lavish and rich spectacle saw 22 mummies of 18 kings and four queens transported from the peach-colored, neo-classical Egyptian Museum to their new resting place 5km (three miles) away, the country’s new national museum, on climate-controlled floats decorated with wings and pharaonic design in an ancient Egyptian style. With tight security arrangements befitting their royal blood and status as national treasures, the mummies were relocated to the new National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation in what is called The Pharaohs' Golden Parade. They were transported with great fanfare in chronological order of their reigns - from the 17th Dynasty ruler, Seqenenre Taa II, to Ramses IX, who reigned in the 12th Century BC. Among the mummies are t

Recent Discoveries in Gisr el-Mudir in Saqqara by Dr. Zahi Hawas

Image
Dr. Zahi Hawass, the director of the Egyptian excavation team working with the Supreme Council of Antiquities at Gisr el-Mudir, Saqqara, announced on Thursday that the expedition has made a number of important archaeological discoveries dating to the fifth and sixth dynasties of the Old Kingdom. Dr. Hawass also stated that the expedition had found a group of Old Kingdom tombs, indicating that the site comprised a large cemetery.  "The most important tomb belonged to Khnumdjedef, an inspector of the officials, a supervisor of the nobles, and a priest in the pyramid complex of Unas, the last kind of the fifth dynasty. The tomb is decorated with scenes of daily life." "The second largest tomb belonged to Meri, who held many important titles, such as keeper of the secrets and assistant of the great leader of the palace," he continued. Also, a tomb for a priest and a group consisting of nine beautiful statues were found: one represents a man and his wife; several are ser

Egypt Tours and Travel Packages

Image
 "E-Tour Egypt " has been Egypt's Foremost luxury travel company Since 2000, combining comfort and authenticity. We offer Egypt classic tours, day trips, shore excursions, and many other services that cater to travelers looking for high-quality and efficient services with a personal touch and care. With Egypt Tours, you have the opportunity to select from a variety of vacation options and activities, including travel packages, budget tours, Egypt luxury tours , and family vacations. Our selection of Egypt day tours, such as Cairo day tours, Hurghada excursions, Sharm el Sheikh excursions, Luxor day tours, and more, offer something for everyone. Additionally, we offer the option to create a Tailor-made holiday, tailored to your specific interests, the desired number of days, and budget. As a dream holiday destination, Egypt offers a wealth of experiences. From visiting the iconic pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx to exploring the historic Karnak Temples in Luxor, Abu

Nile Cruise Holidays & Nile Dahabiya Boats, Egypt

Image
Explore Egypt like never before, and choose one of our luxury Nile cruises and Dahabiya boats. There are various options for your Nile cruise holiday along the River Nile. Using our first-hand experience and deep knowledge of the destination. We have picked the best boats that we think can offer a spectacular way to explore this enchanting Nile River. A romantic drifting experience down the blessed river Nile. Enjoy the warm breeze tickling your face while relaxing by the pool of the Nile River Cruise. Escape from the madness of the modern world to the slow pace of the cruise journey. Passing through some of the breathtaking scenes of the Nile Valley. A Nile cruise gives you a glimpse of typical Egyptian life in Upper Egypt. Farmers working in their fields of sugar cane can be seen around the river banks. The Nile cruise highlights the discovery of the historical treasures of Pharaohs in Luxor and Aswan. Book Egypt Tours with Nile cruise holiday. The first of these is the Temple