travel to egypt
Egypt was one of the world is first centres of civilisation and its history stretches back 6,000 years. Such a heritage has left the country with an unsurpassed collection of relics of antiquity. Whilst the Pyramids – amongst the world’s largest constructions – are the most famous, Roman ruins, Byzantine churches and exquisitelydecoratedmosques testify to the various cultures that influenced the country over the millennia. The 21st century is very much in evidence – in comfortable hotels, busy casinos, lively nightclubs, comprehensive entertainment and the beach resort of Sharm El Sheikh on the Red Sea coast, famous for its diving and magnificent beaches.

Sightseeing
Pyramids and Sphinx; the Nile river, ancient temples, Islamic mosques, Coptic churches and St Catherine’s Monastery; fascinating museums and fortresses; and traditional souks.

Accommodation
City hotels, Nile cruise boats and luxurious beach resorts.

Family activities
Dreamland Leisure Park and the Pharaonic Village in Cairo.

Shopping
What you can buy – Pharaonic-style statues and papyrus paintings; gold and silver jewellery; clothing and cotton goods; perfume oils and glass perfume bottles; and brass work.Where you can buy – Souks, tourist bazaars and hotel shops.

Entertainment
Folklore shows; the sound and light shows in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor; theatres; Cairo Opera House; Nile river dinner cruises; oriental coffee shops; discothèques and casinos.

Sports and leisure
Horse riding, golf, bowling, snorkelling, diving, fishing and wellness centres and spas.

Events
Egyptian/Arabian Horse Fair (September); Cairo International Film Festival
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