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A Super Comprehensive Guide to Taking Your Kids to Egypt for a Short Holiday

Moms and dads, the short holiday is coming! Want to take your kids to Egypt to experience thousands of years of civilization? Here's a super awesome family travel guide! Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum in advance, check in at three major museums, and enjoy delicious food like grilled fish, grilled shrimp, and grilled meat! Ride camels, take carriage rides, and experience feluccas. Don't miss out on the fun in Egypt! -------- 🛤️Itinerary: Days 1-2: Gather in Shanghai and fly directly to Cairo. Visit the Egyptian Museum and listen to professional explanations from a star tour guide. Enjoy Arabian barbecue and other local delicacies. Check in to a 5-star hotel. Days 3-4: Travel to Aswan. Visit the Philae Temple, experience a felucca ride on the Nile, and participate in an Arabian costume party. Enjoy leisure time on the cruise ship. Days 5-6: The cruise ship sails to Luxor. Listen to lectures on Egyptian history and civilization. Visit the Luxor Temple and other attractions. Then head to Hurghada on the Red Sea and check in to an all-inclusive resort. Days 7-8: Enjoy a romantic holiday on the Red Sea. Optional activities include snorkeling and yacht trips. Then return to Cairo. Day 9: Cairo day trip. Depending on the season, choose to visit Faiyum or Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast and enjoy a special grilled fish or grilled shrimp feast. Day 10: Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, the three pyramids of Giza, and other attractions. Experience camel riding at the pyramids and enjoy free time for shopping. Days 11-12: Transfer from Cairo to the airport for your flight back to Shanghai, marking the end of a pleasant journey. -------- Recommended Attractions: 🏛️ The Grand Egyptian Museum: A must-see for family trips! Not only does it house a wealth of ancient Egyptian artifacts, but it also has a children's museum specifically designed for kids. Explore the mysterious history of ancient Egypt together and experience the charm of a millennia-old civilization. 📖 The Egyptian Museum: Located in the heart of Cairo, it displays precious relics from ancient Egypt to the Roman era. Take your children and experience the profound history and cultural heritage. 🎨 The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: Want to learn more about Egyptian civilization? This museum is definitely your best choice. It showcases Egypt's ancient history, art, and religion in detail, allowing you and your children to experience the charm of this ancient land together. -------- Must-See Travel Tips: 🛫 Airport Transportation: Egyptian airports are crowded, so arrive 2 hours in advance to avoid delays. ☁️ March Climate: In March, Egypt experiences large temperature differences between day and night, so remember to bring a light jacket and sunscreen! 🍽️ Food Check-in: Special grilled fish, Mediterranean grilled shrimp feast, Arabian barbecue, and the popular street food KOSHARY are must-tries for foodies! -------- A family trip to Egypt, exploring the millennia-old civilization, is both educational and entertaining. Don't miss it! Take your kids and embark on this wonderful journey together!
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