subject: Things To Do While On Holiday At Your Egypt Property In Cairo [print this page] Within the city you will find well preserved echoes of medieval Islamic and Coptic architecture as well as a vibrant and modern culture. This busy city is a great place to spend a holiday shopping, sightseeing, dining and enjoying the nightlife and it is also an excellent base for exploring many ancient sites nearby.
If you are holidaying at your Egypt property in Cairo, here are some ideas of what to see and do:
- Of course no visit to your Egypt property would be complete without viewing the famous Pyramids of Giza. These pyramids are possibly the most well-known image associated with Egypt and their scale and history is absolutely amazing.
- Go horseback riding in the desert! There are many tour companies that will take you on guided rides around the pyramids and other scenic spots.
- Go shopping at the market at Khan Ali-Kalili. This open air bazaar has been a popular shopping centre since the 14th century and still retains much of the character of those days. You can find everything from exotic spices to perfumes to souvenirs in this bustling traditional market and practice your haggling skills!
- Take a day trip from your Egypt property in Cairo out to the Sphinx. This is one of the most iconic landmarks of Egypt and is particularly impressive to see close up.
- Go for a cruise down the Nile River. Many river cruises will offer a meal during the journey so that you can enjoy some delicious cuisine while you see the sights.
- View the Citadel, a grand and amazing castle built by Salah Al-Din in Islamic Cairo. You can still see some of the ancient water pipes that used to transport water from the River to the castle.
- The Ibn Tulun is considered one of the most beautiful mosques in Cairo and is definitely worth a visit.
- Try smoking a traditional sheesha water pipe at a Cairo coffee shop, a must-do Egyptian cultural experience.
- See the animals at Giza Zoo. It is over 100 years old making it one of the oldest zoos in the world.
- Take a walk through the lush flowers in the Cairo Botanical Gardens.
- If you need a break from the busy atmosphere of the city, play a relaxing game of golf at the excellent Mena House Golf Course which overlooks the Pyramids.
- See the remains of King Tut at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, along with many amazing artefacts that were recovered when his tomb was discovered in the 1920s.
- Another great historical day trip from Cairo is to the ancient ruins of Dashur. You can see many great pyramids such as the Bent Pyramid, the Black Pyramid and the Red Pyramid.
These are just a few of the things that you can do while at your Egypt property in Cairo. Enjoy your holidays!
