Egypt’s Grand Return
Egypt has had a rollercoaster of a decade. But it’s on the brink of its grand return to tourism’s world stage. Experience the best the country has to offer with private travel to Egypt.
Entries tagged: Egypt Luxury Travel
Egypt Cultural Tour
Ker & Downey’s Cultural Egypt Tour journeys to the heart of one of the world’s most fascinating historical landscapes. The pillars of Egyptian culture come into full focus on this luxury Egypt escape through the ancient wonders of Alexandria, Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the still relatively unknown Fayoum oasis. Egypt Cultural Tour Suggested Journey at a Glance: 12 days/11 nights through Alexandria, the Fayoum oasis, Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. This suggested private Egypt cultural tour is just one way to see the country on your own customized Ker & Downey trip. Our designers are at their best when crafting a journey unique […]
The Pharaohs’ Golden Parade
The Pharaohs’ Golden Parade was one for the ages. On Saturday, April 3, Egyptians witnessed the historic procession of 22 mummies through the streets of Cairo. During the parade, the mummies traveled from the Egyptian Museum to their new resting place – the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, just three miles away. The undeniably lavish procession, known as the Pharaohs’ Golden Parade, was a multi-million dollar event befitting of the national treasures.
Desert Dreams – Egyptian Oases to Explore
There’s more to Egypt than the grand temples of the ancient pharaohs along a legendary river. Head west of the Nile and south of Cairo and find two unique Egyptian oases and cultures.
The new Grand Egyptian Museum – Egypt on the Rise
The land of pharaohs is full of antiquities, yet it is anything but stuck in the past. We are excitedly awaiting the opening of the new Grand Egyptian Museum. This post was originally published in June 2020, but has been updated to reflect the most recent information.
Why You Should Travel to Egypt
Travel to Egypt to marvel at all of her antiquities and soak up some of her best-kept secrets. Ker & Downey President David Marek shares his thoughts on why you should travel to Egypt.
Luxury Egypt Getaways
Luxury Egypt getaways with Ker & Downey allow you to explore the ancient culture’s hub in Cairo and the surrounding area on a shorter timetable. Both of our Egypt getaways pack in history and luxury for a perfect quick trip before the holiday rush hits. Quick Getaway to Cairo Egypt is a Ker & Downey favorite destination, and we have selected two luxury Egypt getaways that are enjoyable as a first visit, or even for someone who has been to the country before and wants to gain a richer understanding of the area. The first centers around Cairo, home of […]
Travel to Egypt in 2014: A Q&A on Egyptian Travel
For updated information on travel to Egypt, please visit this more recent post. Recently the US State Department downgraded their travel warning and considers it safe to travel to Egypt. With the Egyptian population yearning to welcome back visitors, there is no better year to see some of the most magnificent wonders of the ancient world than in 2014. Below Ker & Downey’s David Marek discusses new ways to see the classics and the peace of mind that traveling with Ker & Downey allows travelers. I know some of our readers will be apprehensive about traveling to Egypt. Having just […]
Discovering Egypt
For updated information on travel to Egypt, please visit this more recent post. Egypt is a country rich in history and constantly evolving, with new discoveries unearthed regularly and monuments two thousand years older than the Roman Coliseum. In March, Ker & Downey’s Haley Beham traveled with her family to the ancient country and recounts her travels below. In March I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Egypt with my family. Being in the travel business, we’ve done our fair share of traveling, however, we hadn’t traveled as a family together since 2004, so this trip was long overdue. […]
