Egypt Adventures Travel Blog Posts
2 days in Cairo itinerary
2 Days in Cairo is all you need to see lots of ancient and modern Egypt! With this Cairo 2 day itinerary, you see all the highlights, including the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and some of Egypt's Islamic and Christian monuments. Plus, lots of Egyptian food!
The Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo’s new museum: construction complete by the end of September, hopefully open in November, 2022!
According to various news outlets, the GEM’s exterior will be completed by June 30, 2022, and the interior of the museum finished on or before September 30, 2022. This means we are one step closer to hearing the announcement of the museum’s official opening date, hopefully in November 2022!
Cairo’s new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) will open in November of 2022!
The long-awaited opening of the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum will be in November, 2022. Here’s what we know so far.
Three authentic, local, and handmade shopping options in Cairo for Egyptian souvenirs
Travelers often wonder where to buy souvenirs in Egypt that are authentic, hand-made, and not just cheap replicas made in China. Here are three of our favorite places to buy gifts or mementos in Cairo, and all three: Fair Trade Egypt, Sami Badawi’s Pottery Studio, and Sami Amin Leather, offer high quality handicrafts at great prices that support local artisans.
When will the new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) finally open?
The new Grand Egyptian Museum will be the largest archaeological museum in the world when it finally opens near the Giza Pyramids in Cairo, but many travelers want to know: “When will the GEM finally open”? I think we shouldn’t expect an opening before spring of 2022—here’s why.
A love letter to Koshary, Egypt’s high-carb culinary masterpiece
Come learn about Koshary, Egypt’s high-carb, high-flavor culinary masterpiece. This post is to-the-point, telling you what Koshary is and where to sample this delicious dish in Cairo.
Egypt’s new National Museum of Egyptian Civilization—check out 22 royal mummies!
Check out Egypt’s National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, the new home to the 22 royal mummies, and a treasure trove of artifacts showcasing Egypt’s rich history, from prehistoric to modern.
A pyramid to yourself—the Bent Pyramid, Black Pyramid, and Red Pyramid at Dashur
Want to visit a pyramid complex and have the place completely to yourself? Head to Dahshur, just south of Giza and Saqqara, and explore the outside (and inside) of the fascinating Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid, and admire the Black Pyramid from afar.
Our favorite 4 and 5-star hotels to stay at in Cairo
Here’s our top picks for luxury Cairo hotels. Want an affordable and glamorous hotel? Go for the Ramses Hilton. How about the best location? Check in to the Intercontinental Semiramis. The Marriott Mena House is our definite choice for lodging by the pyramids, and we head to the Sofitel El Gezirah when it’s time to relax. Come read more about these four amazing properties!
How to use public transit in Cairo, part one: metro
Learn some quick tips and tricks on using public transit, and then learn how to use the Cairo Metro to get where you need to go quickly while experiencing a slice of everyday Egyptian life.
The highlights to see in Cairo
Cairo is a must-stop on any trip to Egypt, not just for what it offers travelers, but also because it usually is the point of entry and exit. Here are the highlights you must see while on your Cairo sojourn.
9 Foods to Try in Egypt
The only way to experience authentic Egyptian cuisine is to try it in its birthplace. Let us share nine mouth-watering Egyptian delicacies that you must try while you explore the most amazing country in the world.