Cairo Flights
The capital city of Egypt and the largest metropolitan area in Africa, Cairo is a pulsating city, rich with history of bygone eras and enlightening cultural splendor. Search through Globehunters cheap flights to Cairo and you could be transported to this mystical land, visiting one of the only free standing wonders of the world, adorning a sheesha pipe in one of the many Egyptian cafes or haggling at a street bazaar for some authentic Egyptian produce. [Read More].
Head out west to Giza’s famed pyramids and the time warp sets you back a full 4000 years. A cheap Cairo flight to see this spectacle is well worth it, to say you have seen one of the premier attractions of Egypt, if not the world - the Pyramids of Giza. The pyramids represent the archetypal pyramid structures of ancient Egyptian civilisation and together with the Sphinx at the base of the Giza plateau - are the iconic image of Egypt and ancient history.
Cairo flights also bring you to the longest river in the world. The importance of the River Nile in Cairo dates back to medieval Islamic times where the Romans established fortresses along the Nile known as Coptic Cairo. Many of the ancient artefacts from Ancient Egypt now reside in the Egyptian Museum in the centre of the city. Felucca rides down the Nile are the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of this thriving city.
Cairo Citadel is another prominent attraction in the city. Your visit to the Citadel allows you to take a look at some of the old architectural structures and ruins. From the top of this fortress, you can admire the bird’s eye view of Cairo. If you want to explore the old Cairo city, visit Coptic Cairo, a part of the Old Town full of cultural and historic attractions. The Hanging Church and Babylon Fortress in Coptic depict the history of Christianity in Egypt.
To visit some of the religious structures in Cairo a visit to the Sultan Hassan Mosque is well worth taking the time to see. The beautiful structure was built in 1356 and features spectacular 12th century Arabic styled architecture. The Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha and Al-Azhar Mosquein can be found in Islamic Cairo for more ancient civilization buildings.
A flight to Cairo is incomplete without visiting Khan El Khalili Bazaar. This is the largest open air market in Egypt. If you know the art of bargaining, you can easily find quality products at reasonable price. Call our helpful travel agents on
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