Bahriya, Egypt

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If your time is short but you want to get a good flavor of what it's like in a desert oasis, this is the one to visit. Even though it's relatively close to Cairo, it will take two days out of your itinerary because you spend about half a day getting there. The oasis can be reached via a crowded, cramped local bus or on a more comfortable tourist bus; contact the tourist board locally for information about either. Bahriya's main city, Bawiti, has a population of about 6,000 (accommodations are modest). Attractions include hundreds of newly discovered Roman-era mummies, hot and cold natural springs, a date-palm garden and the sleepy atmosphere of a hot desert town. More info on: adventuretv.iexplore.com

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