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EGYPT At A Glance
Cairo
Famous for the Egyptian Museum housing such artefacts as the treasures of the child Pharaoh King Tutankhamun, the Sphinx and the Pyramids, Cairo is a city that never sleeps. One of the most vibrant cities in Africa, it is full of character with modern buildings, high quality hotels, dusty markets and bazaars oozing flavours, smells and spices. The city is sliced by the River Nile, the essential element of the country.
Alexandria & Alamein
Egypt's second largest city was named after Alexander the Great and is famous for its incredible Library which was re-built in the last ten years, the Lighthouse (one of the Wonders of the World but no longer standing), Pompey's Pillar, Catacombs of El Shuqafa, roman Amphitheatre, Greco-Roman museum and more. Standing on the shores of the Mediterranean, this is a vibrant city and just three hours from Cairo.
Alamein was the site of one of World War II's most significant encounters where Montgomery's forces overcame Rommel's Africa Corps and pushed them back to Tunisia, halting a German assault on Alexandria and the Suez Canal. The British Cemetery is kept in outstanding condition and is tribute to the thousands of young men and boys in their teens with almost every grave bearing their name, age and rank.
Luxor
Located on the site of the ancient city of Thebes, Luxor is known around the world as an open air museum, housing some of the wonders of Egypt for all to view, including the famous Temple of Karnak. Overlooking the Nile, the city offers fine hotels and modern facilities standing side-by-side with ancient history. Enjoy the stunning sunsets across the river, good winter climate, range of local dining and shops, strolls along the river banks, a gentle sail on felucca, or even try a hot air balloon
Aswan
An exciting blend of Arabic, Coptic and Nubian influences, located 130 miles south of Luxor, this is a smaller, more peaceful resort with plenty of historical interest. The Temple of Philae and Unfinished Obelisk are located here, as is the High Dam that was constructed between 1960 – 71, creating the 500km Lake Nasser which is becoming increasingly popular for cruising. Abu Simbel is accessible from Aswan, usually as a short day trip.
Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel houses arguably the most incredible Temples in the whole of Egypt. Rescued from being flooded by the rising waters of Lake Nasser when the High Dam was built, the Egyptians carefully moved the temples of Abu Simbel to their current site, housing the Temples of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari with the colossal statues on the facade. An absolute must visit, if you have the time.
Temple of Isis