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Egypt Holidays

Egypt has fast become one of the most popular holiday destinations and it’s easy to see why visitors return year after year. The world-renowned historical treasures of this beautiful country, from the famous temples and pyramids, mystifying tombs, coral reefs of the Red Sea Rivera are just the start of it when it comes to an Egypt Holiday.

Visit Cairo’s bustling bazaars, top up your tan on the sun-kissed beaches of Hurghada, learn to snorkel at Na’ama Bay or visit one of the many clubs in Sharm el Sheikh such as Pacha or Hard Rock Cafe. A holiday in Egypt offers such variation and uniqueness you really will have a holiday of a lifetime in Egypt!

Weather

Split into two seasons – Summer and Winter, this Egyptian paradise has no time for autumn and spring.

Scorching hot in July and August with temperatures peaking in the 40's, even after dark, the humidity remains persistently high in the mid 20's, so make sure you invest in an air conditioning unit if it doesn't already come with the room. Even November stays in the 20's whilst sand storms and hot spring winds mix up the climate between March and April.

The wettest weather (if you can call 200 millimetres of precipitation wet!) is found around the city of Alexandria, while some areas south of Cairo can go years without seeing a drop of rain so don't worry if you leave your brolly in Britain.

Things to do

Whether you opt for a history-filled fortnight or a beachside activity break, you can choose the type of holiday you want in Egypt by the water you set up camp by. Whilst the Nile provides the perfect starting point to discover pyramids, temples, monasteries and mummies; the Red Sea and its beautiful beaches will keep water-babies and budding snorkelers occupied 'til their heart's content.

With the Nile as your tour guide, you'll be able to explore all the well-known sights - the Valley of the Kings (home to the tomb of Tutankhamen), the Temple of Karnak and the Avenue of the Sphinx's. And if you're still keen to swot up on the age-old traditions of tomb life, why not head to Egypt's Mummification museum in the magical Luxor where you can learn all about the embalming process.

Alternatively, if it's the beach that's calling your name, make sure you get acquainted with the Red Sea instead. Famous for its crystal clear waters, expect golden sands, water sports and diving schools dotted between each and every bay giving you the opportunity to brush up on your underwater skills.

Nightlife

Even when it gets too dark to dive, the waterfronts are where you'll want to stay positioned if you're looking for a good time. From the Nile-fronted cities of Cairo and Luxor, the Red Sea settlements of Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh, to the Mediterranean Sea metropolis of Alexandria, you can mingle with the locals and street-vendors or meet like-minded travellers and tourists in the pubs, clubs and bars that line the main strips.

Or, if its family-friendly activities you're searching for, why not book a trip to see one of Egypt's electrifying sound and light shows – we haven't found anyone who hasn't been impressed by a spot-lit Sphinx yet!

Landscape

Divided into four geographical areas – the Nile Valley and Delta, Western Desert, Eastern Desert and Sinai Peninsula - it doesn't take a genius to work out that Egypt's landscape consists mainly of sandy deserts, mountains, lakes and territorial waters.

Running the length of Egypt, the north-flowing Nile (and the longest river in the world), doesn't just make a worthy spectacle- you can make light work of travelling between different destinations on their numerous ferry trips.

Culture

Nothing but accommodating, Islam is the country's main religion with the remainder Coptic Christians (Christian Egyptians). This means that most Muslims in Egypt still don't drink and visit Mosques regularly, but they have no objection to tourists drinking, and they'll welcome you into the mosques open armed. In fact all famous and major mosques are open to visitors, except when services are taking place (Fridays at noon). Just remember to remove your shoes and cover bare arms if you don't want to offend the locals.

Although most Egyptians speak Arabic as their first language, English has become widely-spoken as a result of the roaring tourist trade. The only places you might need to arm yourself with a phrase book is if you decide to visit the more rural areas, or dine out in Egyptian-owned eateries as staff won't be expected to be bi-lingual.

Elsewhere, in the larger cities, you'll still be greeted by all the large conglomerate fast-food chains accommodating for various different food preferences and cultures – British, Italian, Mexican etc, but if you are looking to sample a signature Egyptian dish, expect lots of fresh vegetables, rice, bread and Meze. Closely linked to North African cuisine, dishes will be lighter on meat but won't lack on taste thanks to the rich local spices the food is infused with.

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Egypt Holidays really do have everything! Marvel at the sheer magnitude of the pyramids, investigate into the history of the ancient civilisation and even adventure into the desert. How many other destinations can boast such superb individual opportunities, as well as glorious sunshine to top up your tan!

To make sure that our customers have access to the best Egyptian holiday deals available, we have developed an online booking engine that lets our users select from the cheapest flights and a wide range of hand picked hotels. Book with On the Beach today!

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