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  • Ancient Civilisations

    The Ancient Egyptians have attracted more interest and attention than almost any other ancient civilisation. Their feats of engineering, and the details of their lives we can glean from tomb and temple walls make them seem very alive; similarly their obsession with death also fascinates us.

    Ancient Civilisations

  • Ancient Ruins

    From the temples of Upper Egypt, to the numerous fantastic pyramids near Cairo, Egypt is probably best known for its ancient ruins. Even once away from the ever-popular Nile Valley, there are oasis tombs, and remnants of Roman Alexandria to uncover.

    Ancient Ruins

  • Beaches

    The shores of the Red Sea are rightly famous the world over. The water is a stunning clear blue and the coral reefs are simply amazing. Year-round, the sun shines, and there are excursions into the mountainous interior to tempt you away from the sand and lapping waves.

    Beaches

  • Cruises

    Gliding serenely past lush green fields, farmed by ox-drawn ploughshares, admiring the sleek form of a egret is one of the great pleasures of a visit to Egypt. The fact that this glimpse of unchanged rural life also links together some of the greatest historical monuments in Egypt makes a Nile cruise a must!

    Cruises

  • Museums

    The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities is one of the world's great treasure troves, crammed with artefacts from the country's illustrious past. Other, much smaller museums are more than worthy of your time: Luxor museum is especially noteworthy.

    Museums

  • Souqs & Shopping

    As you twist and turn deeper into the Khan El Khalili, passing under Mamluke arches and admiring Ottoman 'mashrabiya' window screens, you're drawn into a traditional world where charismatic vendors try to persuade you to purchase handicrafts and goods manufactured in a tiny workshop behind the shop front.

    Souqs & Shopping

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Visit Upper Egypt, Egypt

Upper Egypt refers to the southern half of the country, containing the upper reaches of the river Nile. Today, as in history, the towns and sights are largely confined to the narrow strip of cultivated land either side of the river.

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{2C3F0D5E-913F-4F49-94E0-BDA8B6078423}Movenpick Aswan

Located on an island in the river Nile, the Movenpick Aswan offers excellent views, beautiful gardens, and good sports facilities.

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The Old Cataract hotel in Aswan is one of the best hotels in the country. Its views across the Nile are spectacular.

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{6415064C-D310-490F-8168-534C18F67923}The Sheraton Luxor

The Sheraton Luxor hotel offers great views of the Nile, welcoming staff, and a wide range of facilities.

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{72661168-3B06-49CC-9F0D-D07D09F5C394}Hilton Luxor

The Hilton Luxor is located on the edge of the Nile. It offers comfortable rooms, a spa, restaurants, bars, and is only a short walk from Karnak temple.

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{44E9A662-F3F2-4A0E-A931-91A3988C4747}M/S Movenpick Royal Lily

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{C97CF81E-7637-4CAC-AA05-634BA8C342D3}M/S Tuya

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{8BEEEC6F-3142-4712-AE64-A8A445445E17}MS Sonesta Moon Goddess

The Sonesta Moon Goddess is a comfortable and elegant boat from which to base your time on the Nile.

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{A8449598-FBCA-4B91-93EA-D67BCF9B3E0D}Steam Ship Sudan

The Steam Ship Sudan offers an idyllic, Nile cruise experience. Each cabin contains period furniture; including wall-mounted telephones and brass bedsteads.

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