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Overview

Egypt welcomes you with its mighty Nile and magnificent monuments, the beguiling desert and lush delta, and with its long past and welcoming, story-loving people.

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    Amun Temple Enclosure

    Luxor

    Amun-Ra was the local god of Karnak (Luxor) and during the New Kingdom, when the princes of Thebes ruled Egypt, he became the preeminent state god, with a…

  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

    Bibliotheca Alexandrina

    Alexandria

    Alexandria’s ancient library was one of the greatest of all classical institutions, and while replacing it might seem a Herculean task, the new…

  • Medinet Habu temple.

    Medinat Habu

    Luxor

    Ramses III’s magnificent memorial temple of Medinat Habu, fronted by sleepy Kom Lolah village and backed by the Theban mountains, is one of the west bank…

  • The Luxor Museum.

    Luxor Museum

    Luxor

    This wonderful museum has a well-chosen and brilliantly displayed and explained collection of antiquities dating from the end of the Old Kingdom right…

  • Bell towers of Saint Anthony church, Eastern Desert, Egypt.

    Monastery of St Anthony

    Red Sea Coast

    This historic monastery traces its origins to the 4th century AD when monks began to settle at the foot of Gebel Al Galala Al Qibliya, where their…

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    Valley of the Kings

    Luxor

    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…

  • Ramesses VI tomb in Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt.

    Tomb of Ramses VI (KV 9)

    Luxor

    With some of the broadest corridors, longest shafts (117m) and greatest variety of decoration, KV 9 is one of the most spectacular tombs in the valley…

  • Ruins of Abu on Elephantine Island with Nile River in the background.

    Ruins of Abu

    Aswan

    The evocative ruins of ancient Abu and the Aswan Museum (partially closed for renovation) lie at Elephantine Island's southern tip. Numbered plaques and…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

You might visit Egypt for the history, the adventure, the beaches or even just the pyramids - when it comes to things to do, you are spoiled for choice.

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Best Places to Visit

From climbing the pyramids and stargazing in the desert to diving in the Red Sea, Egypt has travel experiences to spare. Here are the best places to visit.

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Best Time to Visit

With tombs, pyramids and towering temples, Egypt brings out the explorer in all of us. This handy month-by-month guide shows the best time to visit Egypt.

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Things to Know

Plan the perfect trip to Egypt with these essential tips on etiquette, health and safety.

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Transportation

From overnight trains to cruise boats on the Nile, here are the best ways to travel around in Egypt.

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Visa Requirements

Before you set off on your Egypt adventure, check this handy guide to find out all the Egyptian visa information you need for your trip.

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Money and Costs

Don't think a small budget will restrict your Egyptian adventure. With our top tips, you can explore the whole country without breaking the bank.

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Traveling with Kids

Egypt can be a challenging destination to visit, but the country is a treasure trove of activities for families. Here's how to visit Egypt with kids.

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Best Road Trips

Experience the best of Egypt with these spectacular road trip routes.

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Get Connected

Stay connected on your travels in Egypt with this guide to cell coverage, networks and wi-fi.

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