Best time I ever spent overseas was traipsing thru the Cairo museum, incredible is all I can say as I walked up and down the aisles and exhibits.. that and R&R in Korea and the Phillipines, the times I remember, anyway. The camel ride at Giza was so so and the inside of the pyramid was kind of odorous, to say the least. ;-)
I've always wanted to tour Egypt but what with the times being what they are...just say I am no longer considering a trip there, despite my academic interests otherwise.
Enjoyed reading about your experiences, there.