Great Pyramids, Egypt

The US State Department currently has a travel advisory for Egypt due to recent unrest. However, the Egyptian government is maintaining a strong security presence near tourist sites such as the Great Pyramids of Giza.

For those willing to take their chances, crowds are smaller than normal now and hotel rooms can be found for as little as $60 a night. Those with time to venture beyond Cairo can explore the other ancient sites along the Nile.