So far, I have been struggling with trying to figure out how I want to spend our time in Egypt. There are so many places that I want to make sure I go visit. Here is the list of places that I can't live without seeing:
Alexandria
Cairo
Giza
Memphis
Luxor
Mt. Sinai
The Red Sea (whether in Sharm El Sheikh or Hurghada)
There are some neat things in Aswan however, I could give that up if need be.
Those of you out there that are planning to be travel agents, feel free to contact me with an itinerary and a price. I am exhausted from looking and doing the math. I want to experience true Egypt but I also want a taste of the luxurious "tourist" stuff. But keep in mind that an Egyptian 5 star is more like a 2 or 3 star in the states. I want to keep it local and not pay mega bucks to travel with a tour company. Since this is my dream place to visit, I want to make sure that I am not rushed and can soak it all in. I have about 13 days to spend there.....Any thoughts? :)
Last week, I learned how to properly pack toilet paper for say, the hike to the top of Mt. Sinai.
Something else that I learned today - In order to get onto and archeological dig site, you have to be granted permission from the government. So I have contacted the University of Cairo to see what we can make happen.
