Anything in Egypt possible with a little bit of money
The right connections and a generous budget can get you viewing opportunities beyond what most tourist packages offer. These include access to archaeological digs, dinner at the Temple of Luxor and private openings of tombs in the Valley of the Kings.
For prime views of the Sphinx, Egyptologist Ramez Salama brings people inside the Valley Temple of Khephren at Giza. Egyptologist Rami Girgis recommends visiting the Temple of Medinet Habu, built by Ramses III. “It’s fascinating, and in very good condition. The carvings inside are unique and very deep, unlike the other temples. They show battles and victories that were led by Ramses III,” he says.
Other gem sites tucked right next to the main attractions and worth exploring are the Village of the Workmen of the Valley of Kings at Deir el Medina and the noblemen tombs high on the cliffs at Aswan.
Right in the center of Old Cairo is the “Hanging Church,” built over the ancient Roman Fortress of Babylon. Just next door is the Coptic Church of St. Sergius. Coptic Christianity is the oldest surviving religion in Egypt, and services are conducted in ancient Coptic Egyptian. Since both churches are still active worship facilities, you can hear the priests chanting the 5,000-year-old language when you visit.
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