What to see in Egypt: 10 must-sees

Behold the three pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, the only wonders of the ancient world still standing. Go up to the 146-meter Great Pyramid complex, touch the 2.5-ton blocks, and discover the 73-meter Sphinx that has kept the desert's secret since the 25th century BC. Explore the archaeological site where ruins, artifacts, and history tell of civilizations that flourished millennia ago. Walk among the stones, admire the remains, and discover the past.

Descend into the pharaonic tombs carved into the limestone rock where Tutankhamun, Ramses VI, and Seti I slumber. Admire the vibrantly colored frescoes depicting the Book of the Dead and feel the silent majesty of passageways that have guarded treasures since 1300 BC. Explore the archaeological site where ruins, artifacts, and history tell of civilizations that flourished millennia ago. Walk among the stones, admire the remains, and discover the past.

Climb the three terraces of this neoclassical temple carved into the cliff face, where the pharaoh queen Hatshepsut ruled Egypt for 21 years. Admire the reliefs of the expedition to the Land of Punt, the sculptures of the queen dressed as a pharaoh, and the pillars framing the Valley of the Kings. Explore the archaeological site where ruins, artifacts, and history tell of civilizations that flourished millennia ago. Walk among the stones, admire the remains, and discover the past.

Tour the 120,000 pieces of the most important museum of the ancient world, where Tutankhamun's 11-kilogram solid gold mask shines under the lights. Admire the carved wooden sarcophagi, the lapis lazuli amulets, and the royal mummy of Ramses II on a 5,000-year journey through the Valley of the Kings. Tour the museum where artifacts, exhibits, and history create a journey through time. Discover unique collections, learn about the local culture, and expand your knowledge.

Ascend to the Citadel of Saladin and admire the Ottoman mosque of alabaster marble with its two 82-meter minarets and its single-handed clock. Take in the silver-domed interior, the crystal chandeliers, and the panoramic views of Cairo from the courtyard with its ablutions fountain. Visit the sacred temple where spirituality, architecture, and history create a space of peace and reflection. Admire the architectural details and feel a connection to the transcendent.

Descend from Hurghada's dive centers to coral reefs formed 40 million years ago, where 1,200 fish species have been recorded. Dive in Ras Mohammed National Park, at the tip of the Sinai, and swim among dugongs, turtles, and barracudas at one of the world's top ten diving destinations. Explore vertical walls, coral gardens, and shipwrecks in crystal-clear waters with exceptional visibility almost all year round.

Explore the 12th-century medieval fortress that dominated Cairo for 700 years, from the Ayyubid palaces to the Ottoman mosques. Visit the Sulayman Pasha Mosque, admire the Entrance Gate with its towers, and gaze over the city from the inner gardens where Saladin planned the defense against the Crusades. Take in a monument that tells centuries of history and culture. Walk through its structures, admire the architectural details, and uncover the history held within its stones.