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We flew from Cairo to Luxor on January 24. The flight took us over the eastern desert between the Nile and the Red Sea (just visible in the background). While it is bleak and barren now, 10,000 years ago the area was lush and green with many complex river systems. All that is left of them now are the river beds, filled with sand.

The rear of Temple A, completely overgrown with a spiky plant with shallow roots known as camel thorn. Controlling encroaching vegetation is a constant challenge in Luxor as the plants and their roots can damage the monuments. Before we can begin any work the grasses and camel thorn have to be removed, which is a challenge. This photograph and those that follow were taken by our foreman, Abdel Aziz Farouk Sharid, whom you will meet next week. 

Halfa grass is a very tough, hardy plant with an extensive root system that can grow through cracks in stone and cause severe damage. Before we can even begin to work, the halfa and camel thorn have to be cleared, which takes about 10 days – it’s a big site! Fortunately, Abdel Aziz got started well before we arrived so that we may begin work on Saturday.

Camel thorn is a real pain to deal with! The spikes are very sharp.

The halfa grass can simply be bundled up and removed. Camel thorn is another matter. It has to be raked carefully onto a sheet of canvas so it can be removed without cutting the workers. We are most grateful to them all for undertaking this annoying and sometimes painful work.

Our first night in Luxor on January 24 we sat on our balcony and watched as the Theban cliffs were illuminated. Day or night, the view across the Nile is spectacular.

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Best Activities to do in Egypt

Egypt, the land of pyramids, pharaohs, and ancient history, is a must-visit destination for any traveler with ETB Tours Egypt. With its rich culture, vibrant cities, and stunning landscapes, Egypt offers a plethora of activities for tourists to indulge in. From exploring ancient ruins to diving in the Red Sea, here are some of the best activities to do during Egypt tour packages.

1. Visit the Pyramids of Giza: No trip to Egypt is complete without a visit to the iconic Pyramids of Giza. These ancient wonders are a testament to the advanced engineering skills of the ancient Egyptians. Visitors in their Egypt short tour packages can explore the inside of the pyramids, walk around the complex, and even take a camel ride for a unique experience.

2. Cruise the Nile River: The Nile River is the lifeblood of Egypt, and Cheap Nile cruises are the perfect way to experience the country's culture and history. As you sail along the river with Lake Nasser cruises, you'll pass by ancient temples, traditional villages, and breathtaking landscapes. The Nile cruises from Aswan to Luxor also offer a glimpse into the daily lives of locals living along the river.

3. Explore Luxor and the Valley of the Kings with 5 days Egypt tour packages: Luxor is often referred to as the world's greatest open-air museum and for a good reason. This ancient city is home to some of Egypt's most impressive temples and monuments, including the Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings which you can explore from Egypt shore excursions. The valley is where the tombs of many pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, are located.

4. Dive in the Red Sea: Egypt is a paradise for scuba diving enthusiasts, thanks to the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea that you can enjoy in your Egypt Christmas tours. The Red Sea is home to an abundance of marine life, including colorful coral reefs, tropical fish, and even sharks. Popular diving spots include Taba trips and excursions, Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, and Hurghada, you can also relax on the Mediterranean Sea in Alexandria day tours.

5. Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride For a unique and unforgettable experience, take a hot air balloon ride over the Nile River and Luxor during Luxor day tours. As you float above the ancient temples and monuments, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the city and the surrounding landscapes in your 14 days Egypt tours.

6. Sound and Light Shows Many of Egypt's ancient sites, such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Karnak Temple, offer evening sound and light shows with 9 days Egypt tour packages. These shows use lights and sounds to bring the ancient history and stories of these sites to life, making for a magical experience.

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Luxor’s Governor discusses preparations for the winter tourism season

Minister of Tourism and Antiquities for Tourism Affairs met with the Governor of Luxor to discuss a number of files that would contribute to pushing the incoming tourist movement to Luxor that will participate in Egypt Travel Packages.

she also met with a group of investors, owners, and managers of fixed and floating hotel establishments in the governorate to discuss preparations for the winter tourism season, stressing the need for all hotel and tourist establishments to adhere to all procedures and requirements for health and food safety standards that can be offered through Egypt Classic Tours and also one of the most unique tours that exists in Egypt which Egypt Nile Cruise Tours that allows you to discover the historical monuments in Luxor and Aswan sites that can be visited during Egypt Luxury Tours that offers high standard services in addition to the adventure that you can try during one of Egypt Cheap budget tours that can be easily accessed for people who suffer injuries through Egypt Wheelchair Accessible tour packages or while having fun during your Egypt Christmas tour which also can be done at the fresh air in April during Egypt Easter tours.

Only Luxor Governorate contains a third of the world's monuments that you can discover during the Luxor day tour to the east and the west Bank on both sides of the river while visiting the magnificent temple complex of Karnak and the Luxor temple on the east bank, before moving to the west bank to visit the valley of the kings. You'll take many tours and excursions in Luxor, visiting the western and eastern banks of Luxor, as well as in Aswan, where you can visit the High Dam and the Temple of Philae during the Luxor Aswan Cruise with Abu Simble tour. Experience the hot air balloon ride in Luxor which takes place over the largest open-air museum in the world it also overlooks the clear blue water of the Nile River and the green gardens of Luxor through the Luxor Hot Air Balloon Ride. discover the attractive antiques of the Egyptian Museum, the churches, and the mosques of Cairo you can have a Day trip to Cairo from Luxor by flight. Spend an unexceptional day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo temples from Luxor to enjoy the site where the kings of ancient Egypt built their palaces and temples. Enjoy fantastic nighttime that can never be ignored on the fascinating laser data show during the Sound and Light show in Karnak temple. Dendera and Abydos tour from Luxor is the way to discover the temple of Abydos which is dedicated to the god Osiris, the god of the underworld and death together with the temple of the cow Goddess Hathor at Dendera. Luxor West Bank tour will make you able to watch the impressive wonders of the west bank such as the Valley of the Queens and the Ramesseum temple of king Rameses II. Take the opportunity and visit Luxor East Bank including the temple of Luxor and Karnak temples. an Overnight tour to EL-Minya from Luxor is a chance to discover the secrets of upper Egypt where the ancient capital of King Akhenaton is at tell el Amarna. Banana Island Tour in Luxor can attract you with its little banana plantation, where you can know more about how they are being kept.

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