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Egypt – Day 1
DAY 1 After a long flight from Miami to Istanbul and then on to Cairo, we arrived feeling exhausted. Our tour operator, Magic Carpet, was there to warmly welcome us, guiding us through the visa process and customs before taking us to our hotel. The Hilton Cairo Grand Nile, with its stunning views of the
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Egypt – Day 3
Today we visited the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). The museum presents a modern aesthetic while incorporating elements that reflect ancient Egyptian culture. Its shape is inspired by the pyramids, symbolizing the connection between past and present. The museum will house all of King Tutankhamen’s (King Tut’s) artifacts, but as of this writing the golden mask