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Egypt

Here is one of the world’s oldest civilizations, mystical and marvelous Egypt. Much has been written, but this is a country which needs ‘investigating’ for yourself! We have selected a fully escorted tour for you which is an absolute treasure.

Choose to holiday with us and you will discover the extraordinary city of Cairo and the Egyptian Museum with its 136,000 antiquities. The Giza Pyramids and the mighty Sphinx are right on the city’s doorstep and make an incredible setting for the Light and Sound evening show. Luxor is our gateway to the Nile cruise where you climb aboard the Radamis II; your perfect holiday resort for a few days asyou explore the Temple at Karnak, the Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, Aswan’s High Dam and The Temple of Horus at Edfu.

A treasure chest of experiences and discoveries, Egypt is a very rare gem indeed.

Information Egypt

Country guide

Capital city

Cairo

Population

76.8 million (UN, 2008)

Area

Cairo

Brace yourself, Cairo is a melting pot of sights, smells and sounds! This exhilarating city is the largest in Africa and boasts some of the best sightseeing in the world. The Pyramids and Giza out to the west provide Cairo’s backdrop and the Egyptian Museum is the city’s treasure trove which is full to the brim! The hustle and bustle atmosphere has to be seen to be believed and we can guarantee that, in spite of the noise and seeming chaos, you will be captivated.

Nile Cruise

No visit to Egypt would be complete without a Nile Cruise and we have selected the very best for you. Climb aboard M/S Shehrayar and take in all the sights that you have read about. Highlights include: the Temple at Karnak, the huge complex of sanctuaries and obelisks, dedicated to the Pharaohs, the Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Aswan’s High Dam and the Temples of Horus and Hatshepsut.

Luxor

Luxor is the starting point for many Nile Cruises and the fascinating world-renowned sights in this area. The Nile Steamers started their trips in the 19th Century and this tradition of sightseeing continues, but now on more refined water transportation. Without taking to the water though you can explore the Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple. And why not mooch amongst the locals, retain your sense of humour and enjoy the hustle and bustle!

Local time

5 hours London Heathrow to Cairo (Time Difference: GMT + 2)

Region in Egypt

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