We landed Egypt at 12.45 a. m. The customs officers examined our bags and backpacks and half and hour later we were released outside. Suddenly an endless amount of taxi driver appeared. They began attacking us together with the agents offering “the cheapest hotels” and the fraud men who claimed to exchange our currency “in the most profitable way”. Well, it was actually rather profitable for them. I was surprised when the Dutchmen immediately refused to book “the cheapest hotel rooms” and moved towards the highway intending to sleep outside somewhere in the desert. Everything became clear when one of them told me about their group which consisted of the activists who enjoyed their holidays without the conveniences of civilization.
I was planning to get to the hotel in Cairo on my own. So I walked about a kilometer along the road and stopped a taxi. The price was twice lower than the one we were offered in the airport. I explained to the driver that I needed to go to Cairo, drew a small scheme in my notepad and showed it to him.
The taxi driver didn’t understand English and that’s why i wasn’t bothered by the endless talk. There was no radio in the car and I began to fall asleep soothed by the slow and calm motions of the car. At firs I thought that we couldn’t drive faster because of the car in front of us which occupied the whole width of the narrow and serpentine road so that our car wasn’t able to move ahead. But when all the obstacles disappeared we continued to drive with the same speed. Finally it took me an extremely long time to get my destination but as I could notice we were shot ahead only by two fast cars and a tourist bus.
An Egyptian ExperienceWhen deciding on a honomyeon destination, one of the most crucial points to consider is the uniqueness of the experience. You want it to be a holiday you’ll never forget. Venturing away from the stereotype is always a good idea, and a honomyeon in Egypt will give you the excitement of mystical cities, beautiful surroundings and unforgettable nights.1. Camel Riding Across the DesertsAn extremely fun and exciting activity for couples on honomyeon in Egypt, is to go camel riding across the vast desert. An early start will give you time to watch the sun rising above the stretching sands, and a romantic breakfast for two will be a great start to your day. And you’ll need the energy too, because you’ll be crossing the desert atop a camel!There are many different tours to choose from, where you will be led by a knowledgeable guide across the sands. Once you’ve mounted your camel, you’ll set off into the desert in the direction of the Pyramids of Giza. A Cairo honomyeon can offer you this unique experience, which is ultimately romantic and exciting.2. Romantic Dining in the SkyIt’s not every day that you get to dine on the 42nd floor in a revolving restaurant with glass walls. This is an experience you simply can’t miss when on a honomyeon in Cairo.High above the other buildings, you have an exceptional view of the twinkling lights of this city which comes alive at night. It will certainly be an experience of luxury and fine-dining, in a particularly romantic setting. French cuisine accompanied by superb wine will certainly leave you feeling satisfied.3. Cairo’s Classical TouchA night of classical music or dancing can be a romantic way to spend an evening on honomyeon in Egypt. The Cairo Opera House offers a grand evening out. It is a 7 story house at the Gezira Exhibition Ground, built in 1988. It was designed by a team of Japanese and Egyptian architects, and together they created a glamorous building of Islamic design.The main theater can seat 1200 people, where operas, ballets and classical music performances are staged. This would certainly make for an enjoyable night out while on a Cairo honomyeon. Another of its theaters is open-air, and you can have a magical evening under the stars as you enjoy Arabic music and dance shows.4. Some Serious ShoppingThe market of Khan el-Khalili was built in 1382 by the Emir Djaharks el-Khalili in the heart of the Fatimad City. While you may not consider a shopping excursion to be the most romantic way to spend a day on honomyeon in Egypt, imagine the exquisite gold and silver jewelery that you could buy (or could be bought for you!).Khan el-Khalili represents the market tradition which established Cairo as a major center of trade, and visiting the market is more about its history and tradition than a simple shopping trip.5. A Starlit Nile CruiseAs an end to your honomyeon in Egypt, you could go for a sunset cruise down the Nile, finishing off once the sky is filled with stars. Sail down the river as you enjoy a delicious three-course dinner, and then sit back and relax while you are entertained by Folklore music and dancing.