Egypt is the "pearl of the Orient", a country of one of the most ancient civilization, the blessed land. The bright sun and the amazingly transparent sea are at tourists’ disposal all year round. Here there are ancient pyramids and the Sphinx, Golden treasures of Tutankhamun and the magnificent temples of Luxor. The northern part of the country is washed by the Mediterranean Sea. The ancient city of Alexandria and Port Said are worth to be seen. Two cities and two extraordinary stories. Alexandria, the oldest city, which was founded in 332 BC by Alexander the Great. It still fascinates historians and archaeologists. As for Port Said it is a relatively young, fast-growing industrial city. The famous pyramids at Giza even surpass the beauty of pyramids of Cheops. The most spectacular tourist route: Giza — Sakkara — Dahshur — Memphis. These places are leading by the number of ancient relics and cultural monuments. Egypt is open for rest and travel at any season. Those who are not afraid of the extreme heat may visit the country from June to September. It is the hottest and driest period on the coast of the Red Sea. For those who prefer milder climate and warm sea, the best time to visit is October and November. Egypt has enormous number of sights. They are many famous cities such as Hurghada, popular Sharm-El Sheikh, El Gouna called Egyptian Venice, a sanatorium Safaga, Dahab, Taba. The beach line of the Red Sea is a real paradise for surfing and diving. Some travelers catch waves, others dive admiring corals and fish. Pleasant climate, gentle sea, sandy beaches, stars hotels, a great choice of tours and fascinating exotic – all of these will make your time in Egypt an unforgettable tour.