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Egypt travel guides

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The fables of Ancient Egypt — towering pyramids and mummies surrounded by gold — are familiar to many travelers, and exploring these wonders is a life goal for many. There's more to Egypt than its past civilizations, though, and the country’s bustling souqs, sandy beaches and iconic River Nile provides plenty to see and do — whether you're planning a family vacation, a honeymoon or a river cruise.

Our travel guides can help you plan your trip from start to finish, providing advice for first-time visitors and information on the country’s many attractions.

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Ideas for how to explore Egypt

Our travel guides share our specialists' passion and knowledge for Egypt. We travel here regularly to discover new experiences, explore untried areas and dig deeper into the better-known places and attractions. At the same time, we gather advice and up-to-date information on the best-quality guides, new hotels and restaurants, and the most memorable forms of transportation.

  • Nile cruises: the route to ancient Egypt
    Aswan

    Nile cruises: the route to ancient Egypt

    Nile cruises: the route to ancient Egypt

    A Nile cruise is the classic way of exploring Egypt. Drift down the Nile in a comfortable cruise boat, making stops to visit Ancient Egyptian temples and tombs. Egypt specialist Steve outlines how you can make the most of your cruise.

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  • Top 5 trips to Egypt
    Alexandria, Egypt

    Top 5 trips to Egypt

    Top 5 trips to Egypt

    Would you prefer to cruise along the Nile, soaking up Egypt’s ancient vistas, or combine a city stay in Cairo with time on the Red Sea’s coral-fringed coast? We’ve curated our specialists’ top Egypt tour ideas to help you plan your next trip.

    7 min read

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  • What to do in Egypt: our highlights guide
    Dahshur Pyramid, Egypt

    What to do in Egypt: our highlights guide

    What to do in Egypt: our highlights guide

    Home to some of the world's most historical monuments and best dive sites, Egypt's size makes it possible for the first-time visitor to see many of its highlights in a relatively short trip.

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  • Jordan and Egypt: Petra to Giza and Luxor
    A Bedouin man at Wadi Rum

    Jordan and Egypt: Petra to Giza and Luxor

    Jordan and Egypt: Petra to Giza and Luxor

    In the sun-baked desert of Egypt and a hidden wadi in Jordan, ancient empires built enormous stone edifices that still stand thousands of years later. Middle East specialist Albert discusses the best way to see both countries on one trip.

    8 min read

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  • Family vacations in Egypt
    Giza pyramids and Sphinx, Cairo

    Family vacations in Egypt

    Family vacations in Egypt

    If you're planning a family vacation to Egypt we can recommend family friendly activities as well as suitable places to stay. This captivating country has a very low malaria risk.

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  • Luxury Egypt: live like a pharaoh
    The Palace Wing and Pyramids, The Marriott Mena House Oberoi, Giza

    Luxury Egypt: live like a pharaoh

    Luxury Egypt: live like a pharaoh

    A room at the foot of the Great Pyramid, an opulent ship on the Nile, and private guides — Egypt specialist Emma outlines the most indulgent ways to enjoy the country’s classic sights.

    6 min read

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  • Honeymoons in Egypt
    Abu Simbel, Egypt

    Honeymoons in Egypt

    Honeymoons in Egypt

    A private tour of Giza’s pyramids, an opulent Nile cruise to see the ancient temples and tombs, snorkeling amid the thriving reefs of the Red Sea — specialist Hannah discusses what you might do on a honeymoon in Egypt.

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  • Past civilizations of Ancient Egypt
    Abu Simbel, Egypt

    Past civilizations of Ancient Egypt

    Past civilizations of Ancient Egypt

    Discover the culture and history of Ancient Egypt on a tailor-made vacation. Our knowledgeable specialists can create a unique itinerary for you that suits your interests, including a few places that you might not have known about.

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