From the Pyramids to Old Cairo, discover Nile cruises, desert adventures, ancient temples and more in our Egypt travel guide. Find top attractions and tips.

Alexandria’s ancient library was one of the greatest of all classical institutions, and while replacing it might seem a Herculean task, the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina manages this with aplomb. Opened …

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Egypt. Clamber into dazzling tombs, dive over famous shipwrecks, set sail on a boat trip across the Nile, …

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Though Egypt isn’t the easiest destination for women travelers, the good certainly outweighs the bad. Random encounters and invitations, such as being offered tea by the guardian of a historic site, …

Lonely Planet's Middle East is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Wonder at the …

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Get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet’s Experience guides. These are not your traditional guidebooks. Led by local experts with fresh perspectives, these books contain a curated collection of …