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Travel back in time in Giza – from the Pyramids to the Nile

Egypt means historic artefacts and grandiose diving areas – for hospitality and historical wealth. With so many options, how are you supposed to choose just one? Cairo awakens all the senses with its vibrant streets and colourful bazaars, such as the Chan El Chalili Souk – time stands still when visiting the Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza. It is hard to imagine that these man-made masterpieces were built more than 4,500 years ago.

From Cairo, take the Nile cruise to the south of Egypt. The amazement continues here: the imposing Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings in Luxor take you to another era – enjoy the palm-fringed waterfront landscapes along the way to Aswan and enjoy a dreamlike natural backdrop. Whatever the highlights of your holiday in Egypt, a world of wonder, beauty and inspiration awaits you.

Facts & Figures

Flight time
4 hrs 00 min
Distance
2,717 km
Country code
+20
Airport
SPX
Language
Arabic
Currency
EGP

Edelweiss tips for Giza/Cairo Sphinx

For more than four millennia, the Sphinx of Giza has been watching over the pyramids as a protective goddess. Useful information: It is the world’s largest monolithic statue, carved from a single boulder.
Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinos – the Pyramids of Giza are the only seven wonders of the ancient world that still exist today. Where they are placed reflects the solstices and other heavenly events.
If you want to capture the beauty of Egypt, it is best to take a Nile cruise. How about the Cairo-Luxor-Aswan route? This route indicates the central importance of the Nile for agriculture.
In 2024, the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo will finally open its doors: It is the largest archaeological museum in the world and presents the complete collection of Tutankhamun’s tomb for the first time, among other things. (Photo Credits: Grand Egyptian Museum)
The Muhammad Ali Mosque, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, is a cultural and spiritual masterpiece of Ottoman architecture. It is built on a citadel, where guests enjoy breath-taking panoramic views of the Egyptian capital of Cairo.