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Egypt is considered one of the safest countries not only in the Arab world but in the world because Egypt has one of the strongest security services. The Egyptian government is interested in taking all the necessary safety measures to secure tourist trips in Egypt, so you do not have to worry about that at all.
Yes, the Grand Egyptian Museum is officially open for visitors. Come and explore the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic treasures, from the majestic statues to the dazzling artifacts of ancient Egypt. Your unforgettable journey into history starts here.
In the case of cancellation of the trip by the customer, based on the start dates of the trip, the following costs will be charged:
15% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from the booking date up to 61 days before the start date of the trip
25% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from 60 to 31 days before the start date of the trip
35% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation 30 to 15 days before the start date of the trip
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The western desert is a beautiful destination rich with wonders and historical sites. It encompasses the gorgeous Egyptian Oases, with its exciting activities and marvelous sites. The Great Sand Sea extends between the Egyptian and Libyan deserts, It is very close to Siwa Oasis which is considered one of the enchanting oases in Egypt. The Great Sand Sea is one of the largest deserts in the world, Be in touch with the Cairo Top Tours team and choose your trip to discover Egypt.
The Great Sand Sea has a tough nature for humans and wildlife, It is one of the locations that you are not allowed to walk on due to its moving waves of sand. Walking in this area can lead to your disappearance, The area is very well known to desert traders and travelers; however, Friedrich Gerhard Rohlfs was the first European who started to document the desert in 1865. Ahmed Hassnin provided clear maps in 1924 to document the area and it highlighted the nature of the area of the Great Sand Sea and it gained the appreciation of the Europeans. There are nearby areas that are available for thrilling adventure by Quad bikes and 4*4 cars between the dunes like in Siwa Oasis and the white desert in the western desert.
The Sand of the western desert is attractive for adventurers and families too according to the activity of sand boarding like in Siwa Oasis. There’s also another method to discover the desert by the camel rides and exploring the Bedouin desert and its enchanting vibes under the starry nights; in addition, one of the unique activities is meditating in the desert, watching the sunset and capturing memorable photos for the wildlife, animals and sky. The reason behind the name of “ The Great Sand Sea” is including various layers of sand discovering limestone rocks and a huge amount of underground water made by the rainwater.
The area has a similar appearance, but it consists of different types from the dunes. Discover the beautiful Egyptian dunes and its activities through one of Egypt Christmas tours with a professional team and high-quality services. You can also discover Siwa Oasis which is located in the Egypt western desert and very near to the Great Sand Sea by exploring the marvelous fortress of Shali, the Dead Mountain, Amun Ra temple, and the beautiful salted lakes. Furthermore, the significance of the Great Sand Sea is it is like armor for Egypt against any possible attack because it includes spaces that you can not walk or move in, this makes Egypt a very different destination to be discovered by your family and friends. Plan for your next vacation from Egypt in Luxury packages to have nice memories and an unforgettable time.
The Great Sand Sea extends approximately 650 km from north to south and 300 km from the east to the west which is recommended for travelers if you explore Siwa Oasis from Cairo.
It is a sandy region, located in North Africa, extends from western Egypt and eastern Libya. 74% of its surface is covered by sand dunes. Oasis, caves, precious stones and dreamlike landscapes make up this extraordinary and little known place. Tourists visit Siwa Oasis to explore the maificent formations and olden sand dunes as well as the historical sites like the Temple of Alexander the Great, the Mountain of the dead and Cleopatra spring.
Egypt Western Desert The Egyptian Great sand sea is parallel to the Calanshio sand sea of Libya, with which it borders to the north. The dunes cover approximately 10% of the total area of the western Egyptian desert. This sea of sand was well known to the merchants traveling with caravans through the Sahara.
Friedrich Gerhard Rohlfs was the first European to document the Great Sea of Sand. He began his Saharan expeditions in 1865, and named the vast expanse of Grobe Sandmeer dunes, but it was in 1924 with Ahmed Hassanein's maps that Europeans could appreciate the expanse of the sandy sea. The area is remarkable for the presence of quicksand, which is the reason for its existence, because it consists of layers of quicksand over a layer of limestone and over a large amount of groundwater and this is the reason for this large movement and therefore this area has recently been determined to be prohibited to pass through it History Many cases of disappearances in this area are mentioned. However, a tourist movement has emerged in the region in terms of tourists to see the landscape of the region, as well as the practice of sand skiing.
You can explore the Great Sand Sea with Cairo Top Tours through the Trips from Cairo to Siwa Oasis .enjoy the Great Sand Sea Safari to the Desert of Egypt during your amazing Egypt travel packages or during Cairo Day Tours. The Great Sand Sea is approximately 72,000 km². Gerhard Rohlfs the German explorer the first European to enter the Great Sand Sea and the man who named it.
There are many theories about the origins of the unique Great Sand Sea glass you can hear more about them and get the chance to see them when you travel from Cairo to Siwa Oasis. Some think that it is related to radiative melting, or ancient warfare. The glass was first discovered by stone-age Aterian peoples, who made tools from the glass, and later by Egyptians. A polished piece of glass was centered in an elaborate piece of jewelry found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Since these times, the glass has remained untouched because of the harshness and inaccessibility of the region.
