From the Pyramids to Old Cairo, discover Nile cruises, desert adventures, ancient temples and more in our Egypt travel guide. Find top attractions and tips.

Cairo dazzles visitors with its ancient pyramids, bustling bazaars and unforgettable sensory overload. Here's how to make the most of your first visit.

Aug 1, 2025 · Luxor, with its painted tombs and temples, a busy stretch of Nile and a sky full of balloons, is one of Egypt’s most visually exciting destinations. When the sun sets across the necropolis of …

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The west bank of Luxor had been the site of royal burials since around 2100 BC, but it was the pharaohs of the New Kingdom period (1550–1069 BC) who chose…

Aug 19, 2025 · Top tips for visiting Egypt’s tombs and temples It’s worth hiring a guide for your explorations, because signage is nearly nonexistent at Egypt’s tombs and temples. Guides are not …

Built in the 11th century, beautiful Bab Zuweila was an execution site during Mamluk times, and today is the only remaining southern gate of the medieval…

In-the-know divers have been heading to Marsa Alam for years, attracted to the seas that offer up some of Egypt’s best diving just off the rugged coastline. Despite this, the far-flung destination stayed well …