Magdy Eissa, a 45-year-old Egyptian, has etched his name into the annals of history by setting a new Guinness World Record for the fastest tour of the Seven Wonders of the World. His remarkable journey spanned a mere 6 days, 11 hours, and 52 minutes, completed entirely using public transportation. This feat surpassed the previous record held by Englishman Jamie McDonald.
In an interview with Guinness World Records, Magdy described the monumental task of planning his route, which required meticulous coordination over a year and a half. “Navigating flights, trains, buses, subways, and walks between transportation hubs and the Wonders was incredibly challenging,” he shared. “A single disruption could have meant the end of the attempt.”
Magdy embarked on his whirlwind adventure starting at the Great Wall of China, followed by visits to the Taj Mahal in India, Chichen Itza in Mexico, Petra in Jordan, the Colosseum in Rome, Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, and concluding at Machu Picchu in Peru. Each leg of his journey involved detailed planning of public transportation options, consideration of transit schedules, and managing layovers, immigration lines, and connections, as outlined by Guinness World Records.
Although Magdy’s tightly scheduled itinerary remained largely intact, he faced some close calls, such as almost missing flights and buses. Reflecting on his journey, Magdy shared personal highlights, including a reunion with an old friend in Peru and encountering alpacas, moments he cherished amidst the challenges of the record attempt.
“This achievement fulfills a childhood dream and brings me immense personal satisfaction,” Magdy expressed. “It provided a temporary escape from the demands of daily life, allowing me to unwind through the intense pace and problem-solving required.”
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