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Everyone tells you not to go to Egypt.. go anyway

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Everyone says not to go to Egypt, but after spending a week in Cairo exploring the chaotic city, wandering bazaars, visiting the pyramids, and the Grand Egyptian Museum, we're really glad we didn't listen. So here's what Egypt is actually like, and why you should definitely go.

Ep. 026 of our World Trip

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🎬 TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro: one week in Cairo
00:19 Arrival, room tour
01:32 Trying Egyptian food
03:56 Pyramids of Giza (!!!)
06:47 Going inside the Great Pyramid
10:17 more pyramids
13:00 our favorite meal in Cairo
13:51 exploring more of Cairo + the bazaar!
16:27 walking Cairo at night..
18:53 Cairo Citadel (and the most beautiful sunset ever)
22:04 Great Egyptian Museum (truly a GEM)
29:26 Cairo Tower
32:44 Overnight bus to Luxor
36:40 Is Egypt as bad as they say? (scams, our thoughts + tips)
38:24 bloops 🤠

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20 Comments

@AdventureswithPinny Creator 4 months ago (edited) Pinned

Has anyone else been to Egypt recently? Would love to hear about your experience (good or bad)! 🇪🇬
👉Next up, watch our time in Luxor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6nrhjT5L9w&list=UULFuIAjemeUTkybPZ2z5vbT1g

@MARIAM-zt7gp 4 months ago

As an Egyptian, I would like to thank you very much for your kind words about Egypt.

@ahmedwalid1045 4 months ago

As an Egyptian I can't deny that we've got a fair share of things that can be improved for a better touristic experience. However, many content creators/travelers tend to only focus on the negative side of Egypt to the point where viewers may think that this represents 100% of what they would experience if they visited. So, Thank you for your video!

@Gigachad_1012 4 months ago

Who's 'Everyone'?
The internet addicts on Reddit?

Naaah, go to Egypt and enjoy it my friends!

@roam.reflect.travel 4 months ago

After visiting 60+ countries, Egypt is still one of the places I think about the most. Not because it was perfect, but because it was unforgettable.

@wardonkiller 4 months ago

There's another part of Egypt to discover: the beaches, like Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, and the North Coast. You'll find some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and the best activities, and I'm sure you'll enjoy it immensely.

@Mylittlesecret25 4 months ago

Glad you enjoyed your trip. As an Egyptian, I'm always happy to see tourists having a good time. We get a ton of bad press, so positive content is always appreciated

@YKAtomic 4 months ago

Im really happy you guys enjoyed Egypt, you're ALWAYS welcome!🇪🇬

@rexus36 4 months ago

People need to understand that Egypt is rich in history, the buildings you walk past are 200-300-500 years old, and people still live in them. Cairo is chaotic but full of life.
Traffic is crazy, people are kind, and food is delicious. So come with an open mind, and enjoy the ride.
Welcome to Egypt. Lovely video.

@justhyperionthe2nd 3 months ago

I'm glad someone finally talked about it. Some people who make tourist video about egypt intentionally goes to places with bad conditions and only visits the areas where scams happens just for the clicks and try to make us look bad. Egypt is more than just the historical sites. This video needs to get popular so we can shed light about it!

@gavannoelles6389 4 months ago

I think the discrepancy in the stay at GEM is because they recently opened and were slowly moving artifacts over. In terms of land area, it is the largest museum in the world. However, they lack the artifacts that can be found in the Louvre. That may be changing as time moves on.

@RandomGuy21843 4 months ago

yeah as a Egyptian honestly people ask for a crazy amount of money for tourists but you just have to keep telling them to lower they will come to their senses

@zepols1 4 months ago

I’m planning my trip at the end of the year, and I truly appreciated your honest take on Egypt… this is the content I was looking for and even more excited to visit Egypt!

@ahmedelkhwaga2751 4 months ago

‏‪22:10 This opening to illuminate Ramses' face in two days on the day of his coronation and birth is a phenomenon repeated in Abu Simbel

@AboomarUltra6 4 months ago

Welcome to Egypt ❤

@byyhfann 4 months ago

Love your videos! The way you describe Egypt feels so genuine and respectful. Really love your vibe!!😍

@Balct 4 months ago

People tend to think of Egypt as just another African country when it doesn’t isn’t, videos like this which raise awareness and correct wrong beliefs are what really matter, so an Egyptian id like to thank you for actually experiencing Egypt instead of listening to propaganda

@georgemikhael6821 4 months ago

Great and lovely video!

Cairo and Egypt in general are very unique in every way. It feels like layers of civilizations built on top of each other in one place. People tend to either hate it or fall in love with it, especially once they understand it.

Next time, try visiting the old Coptic churches in Cairo and Dahab on the Red Sea.