The fables of Ancient Egypt 鈥� towering pyramids and mummies surrounded by gold 鈥� are familiar to many travellers, and exploring these wonders is a life goal for many. There's more to Egypt than its past civilisations, though, and the country鈥檚 bustling souqs, sandy beaches and iconic River Nile provides plenty to see and do 鈥� whether you're planning a family holiday, 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鈥檚 many attractions.
Start planning your tailor-made trip by contacting one of our Egypt specialists
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.
Top 5 trips to Egypt
Would you prefer to cruise along the Nile, soaking up Egypt鈥檚 ancient vistas, or combine a city stay in Cairo with time on the Red Sea鈥檚 coral-fringed coast? We鈥檝e curated our specialists鈥� top Egypt tour ideas to help you plan your next trip.
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.
Luxury Egypt: live like a pharaoh
A room at the foot of the Great Pyramid, an opulent ship on the Nile, and private guides 鈥� Egypt specialist Emma outlines the most indulgent ways to enjoy the country鈥檚 classic sights.
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.
Family holidays in Egypt
From the sun-baked pyramids of Giza to the imposing Temple of Karnak, Egypt鈥檚 ancient monuments hold a special allure for people of all ages. Here, specialist Sharidan explains the best places to stay and things to do for a family visiting Egypt.
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.
Honeymoons in Egypt
A private tour of Giza鈥檚 pyramids, an opulent Nile cruise to see the ancient temples and tombs, snorkelling amid the thriving reefs of the Red Sea 鈥� specialist Hannah discusses what you might do on a honeymoon in Egypt.
Past civilisations of Ancient Egypt
Discover the culture and history of Ancient Egypt on a tailor-made trip. 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.
