Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, the Red Sea — ancient wonders that still stop the world in its tracks.
✦ Plan My Egypt TripEgypt is one of the world's oldest and most compelling travel destinations. The pyramids at Giza are one of the few ancient wonders that surpass all expectation — standing before them for the first time is genuinely humbling. Luxor's concentration of temples and tombs is unmatched anywhere on earth. A Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan is one of the world's great journeys. The Red Sea coast at Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada offers world-class diving and snorkelling.
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October to April is the best time — warm rather than extreme. November to February is peak season. May to September is very hot (40°C+) in Cairo and Luxor, though the Red Sea coast remains pleasant.
Five days covers Cairo and a day trip to Luxor. Ten days allows Cairo, a Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan and the Red Sea. Two weeks gives a genuinely comprehensive Egyptian experience.
Egypt is best known for the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, the temples of Luxor and Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, a Nile cruise, the Red Sea diving at Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh, and one of the world's oldest continuous civilisations.
A Nile cruise is one of the world's most romantic travel experiences — waking to temples appearing on the riverbank each morning. The Red Sea resorts offer excellent diving and snorkelling. Egypt rewards couples who combine ancient sites with a few days of beach relaxation.
Egypt is excellent value. A mid-range daily budget is EGP 1,500–2,500 (£35–£60) per person. Budget travellers can manage on EGP 600–900. Entrance fees to major sites have increased but remain reasonable by international standards.
October to April is the best time — temperatures are warm rather than extreme. November to February is peak season with the most comfortable weather for sightseeing. May to September is very hot (40°C+) in Cairo and Luxor, though the Red Sea coast remains pleasant.
Five days covers Cairo and a day trip to Luxor. Ten days lets you do Cairo, a Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan and the Red Sea. Two weeks gives you a genuinely comprehensive Egyptian experience.
A Nile cruise is one of the world's most romantic travel experiences — waking to temples appearing on the riverbank each morning. The Red Sea resorts offer excellent couples diving and snorkelling. Egypt rewards couples who combine the ancient sites with a few days of beach relaxation.
Egypt is excellent value. A mid-range daily budget is EGP 1,500–2,500 (£35–£60) per person. Budget travellers can manage on EGP 600–900. Nile cruises vary enormously — from budget dahabiyas to luxury floating hotels. Entrance fees to major sites have increased but remain reasonable.