Aswan
Aswan is as far south as you can go before entering the desert, Nubia and Sudan.
Egypt Travel Guide
Golden pyramids rise from desert sands whilst bustling bazaars overflow with modern treasures.
Welcome to Egypt, where ancient pharaohs left behind monumental legacies and the Nile continues to shape landscapes today.
This Egypt travel guide will help you unlock the country’s many mysteries. From the Great Pyramid’s ancient secrets to the Valley of the Kings’ hidden tombs, we’ll share how you can best experience this archaeological wonderland.
Whether you’re planning to cruise the Nile, explore Luxor’s temples or discover Islamic Cairo’s maze-like streets, you’ll find practical Egypt travel advice and insider tips throughout these pages.
Places to Visit
Cairo
Cairo is a bustling metropolis, a cosmopolitan city, and not only home to the Great Pyramid of Giza it is the largest…
Luxor
Home to some of Egypt's most visited and famous sites.
Alexandria
The second-largest city in Egypt, Alexandria, known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean", has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle…
The Western Desert
Vast and starkly beautiful, Egypt's Western Desert has a rich and fascinating history.
The Red Sea
Most famous for its turquoise waters and the fabulous underwater world.
Lake Nasser
Lake Nasser, otherwise known as the Nubian Sea in Southern Egypt is the world's largest artificial lake, formed following the construction of…
Cruising the Nile River
Taking a Nile cruise is the best introduction to this fascinating country. With so much focus on the Nile, a river cruise offers the perfect platform from which to access many of the country’s greatest archaeological treasures and sights.
There are many boats to choose from which can become a bit of a minefield when deciding which boat to choose. Steppes Travel only works with a handful of the smaller vessels and know each of them personally so we can advise which would best suit your holiday depending on the type of experience you are looking for.
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