Intro

From the luscious Nile delta, to parched and seemingly endless desert, Egypt's ancient history is intricately woven into every part of the country and it has fascinated people for centuries. New discoveries are being made all the time - the further off-the-beaten-track you go, the likelier you are to stumble upon something remarkable. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, wander through the Valley of Kings and Queens, and take a cruise down the Nile to visit temple ruins in Aswan. As the country's capital, Cairo is a bustling juxtaposition of old and new, with ancient Coptic churches and medieval mosques set against the backdrop of the even older pyramids, and the ever-growing metropolis thriving as it spreads out along the Nile.

With all the wonders to see on land, the Red Sea offers just as spectacular sites below the surface with rich coral reefs and brightly coloured fish to snorkel through, and impressive wrecks to explore in a dive.