Egypt Travel Guide

A comprehensive travel guide to Egypt including Cairo, Luxor, the Pyramids of Giza, Nile cruises, Alexandria, diving tours, Aswan and more.
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10 Destinations to Top Your Africa Bucket-List
Add these iconic African destinations to the top of your bucket list and experience the best that the continent has to offer.
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Top Five Destinations for Scuba Diving in Africa
Discover five of the best destinations for scuba diving in Africa, from the famous Red Sea wrecks of Egypt to the remote reefs of northern Mozambique.
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Best Hotels for All Budgets in Cairo, Egypt
Whatever your budget may be, read on for ten of the best hotels in Cairo - from luxury resorts overlooking the Nile to affordable backpacker hostels.
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Africa's Top Ten Whale and Dolphin-Watching Destinations
Discover Africa's best places to see whales and dolphins, from land-based whale-watching in South Africa to swimming with dolphins in Egypt.
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Egypt's Weather and Average Temperatures
Use this helpful guide to Egypt's annual weather and average temperatures to plan your trip - whether you're headed to Cairo, Aswan or the Red Sea.
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Important Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Egypt
Egypt Facts and Information for Visitors. Facts and travel information about Egypt in North Africa. Egypt geographic facts, Egypt travel facts, economic facts, best time to go, climate, getting to Egypt and more.
Image of The Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt - David Hutchinson
Egypt Travel Information
Egypt travel information including health and safety tips, visa requirements, national holidays, currency, weather, getting to and around Egypt and more.
Five Reasons to Scuba Dive Egypt's Red Sea - Csaba Tökölyi/ Getty Images
Five Reasons to Scuba Dive Egypt's Red Sea
One of the world's best-loved dive destinations, the Red Sea is famous for its historic wrecks, incredible visibility and abundant marine life.
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The Top 10 Sights to See in Egypt: A Photo Guide to the Ultimate Vacation
From our list of the top ten travel sights in Egypt, an overview of the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, the last surviving Seven Wonders of the World.
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Does it Ever Snow on the African Continent?
Snow in Africa may seem unlikely, but in reality there are several countries that see snowfall; and others where you can even practice your skiing.
Felucca on the Nile, Egypt - Getty Images/Glen Allison
Tips and Information about Cruising the Nile River
Find out information, tips and more about cruising the Nile in Egypt to help you decide whether you need to add it to your Egypt trip.
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When Is the Best Time to Visit Egypt?
Find out the best time to visit Egypt's top attractions, including Luxor, Cairo, and the Red Sea; and what to consider when planning your trip.
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Top Ten Activities for Adrenalin Junkies in Africa
Discover the quickest ways to get your adrenalin fix in Africa, from whitewater rafting in Uganda to diving with tiger sharks in South Africa.
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Is It Safe to Visit Egypt? Must-Know Advice for Travelers
Is it safe to travel to Egypt? Travel advice and information for travelers planning to visit Egypt. Find out if there are current travel warnings for Egypt, basic safety tips and information, health tips, and information for women planning to travel alone to Egypt.
Egypt Country Map Essential Information
Egypt: Country Map and Essential Information
Learn more about Egypt with this essential guide, which includes information about the country's demographics, geography, languages and history.
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Tours to Egypt
Tours to Egypt. Advice about finding the right tour to Egypt. Find out Egypt tour recommendations, suggested itineraries, and more tips on choosing an Egyptian tour that's right for you.
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What to See In Cairo, From the Sphinx to Saqqara
Cairo, Egypt's capital and Africa's largest city. This Cairo guide will point you to Cairo's top attractions. When you travel to Cairo don't miss the Pyramids, the Sphynx, the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. This travel guide to Cairo will help you find the best bazaars to buy souvenirs, give you tips on where to stay and how to get around Cairo.
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Travel Guide to Luxor Egypt
Travel guide to Luxor, Egypt. Luxor is one of Egypt's great tourist attractions. Luxor is also commonly known as the world's largest open air museum. The city is built on and around the ancient site known as Thebes. This travel guide to Luxor will help you get there, find a place to stay, see the best temples, and more.
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10 of the Best Destinations in North Africa
When deciding where to go in North Africa, make sure you visit a few of its best destinations, including medieval cities, ancient monuments and more.
Qaitbay Fort from the Water, Alexandria, Egypt - Egypt National Tourist Authority -- © GARDEL Bertrand/Lemis.fr
Alexandria Egypt Travel Guide
Alexandria (Egypt) Travel Information. Alexandria travel guide with information about Alexandria tours, getting to Alexandria, getting around Alexandria, accommodation, restaurants, attractions and more.
Hotel Listings and Reviews
There are plenty of accommodation options for travellers to Egypt. This list is from Tour Egypt and offers well-written comprehensive reviews of hotels in all the major tourist hot spots.
Egyptian Food
A nice overview of the food you can expect to eat while in Egypt. Mouth-watering actually, as long as you get out of the luxury hotels.
Essential Guide to Egypt's Top Ten Ancient Sights Giza Pyramids - Raul_Wong/ Getty Images
The Essential Guide to Egypt's Top Ten Ancient Sights
Brush up on your knowledge of Egypt's top ten ancient sights, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Temple of Luxor and the Temple of Horus.
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