Cairo

Cairo is Egypt's bustling capital and a unique travel destination where over 5,000 years of history unfold amidst a modern cityscape. The city serves as the gateway to the Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure, and the enigmatic Sphinx—some of the world's most iconic monuments. Within Cairo itself lies the famed Egyptian Museum, which houses one of the planet's most significant collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including Tutankhamun's iconic gold mask and royal burial treasures. In historic Islamic Cairo, narrow streets weave through mosques, madrasas, and old palaces, while the Khan el-Khalili bazaar offers an intense sensory experience of spice scents, handcrafted jewelry, lanterns, and lively coffeehouses. Along the Nile, experience the city's quieter side with felucca rides offering views of both ancient minarets and modern skyscrapers. Cairo is chaotic and charming all at once—a city where the grandeur of the past constantly meets the energy of the present.