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Sightseeing tips, travel guides and the local culture of Egypt — written by the team who run the trips, in Giza.
Cairo Attractions
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Cairo Attractions
Giza Necropolis: When Was The Giza Necropolis Built?
Ever wondered what secrets the pyramids of Giza hold? This ancient Egyptian site is full of architectural and cultural wonders.…
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11 min read
Cairo Attractions
National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
The Museum of Egyptian Civilization is one of Egypt's most crucial new tourist attractions. Even though time has passed, everyone…
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8 min read
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Great Sphinx of Giza: The Iconic Guardian of the Pyramids
The Great Sphinx of Giza stands tall on the west bank of the Nile in Egypt. It's a huge limestone…
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9 min read
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The Pyramid of Djoser: Discover the Step Pyramid of King Djoser
The Step Pyramid of King Djoser stands tall in the Saqqara necropolis near Cairo. It shows the genius of ancient…
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Ancient Capital of Memphis, Egypt
What secrets are hidden under the sands of ancient Memphis? This city was the heart of Egypt over 5,000 years…
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9 min read
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Wekalet El Ghouri: Where Trade Meets Culture in Old Cairo
In Old Cairo, the Wekalet El Ghouri is a hidden treasure. It's from the 1600s and was a key spot…
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Exploring the top attractions, travel tips and culture of Egypt
Welcome to the Egypt Travel Blog, your guide to exploring the land of the Pharaohs. Whether you are planning your first trip to Egypt or a seasoned traveller, this is the place to start.
With thousands of years of history to explore, Egypt leaves a lasting impression. From the Pyramids of Giza to the streets of Cairo, there is no shortage of things to see and do. These guides cover the headline sights, the quieter corners, and the landmarks worth building a trip around.
Egypt is more than ancient wonders. It is a country rich in culture, food and landscape, and the blog covers that too — traditional cooking, the oases and the desert, and the places worth slowing down for.
For practical advice, our guides share what we tell our own travellers: how to get around, what to budget, when to go, and how to stay comfortable and safe while you explore.
Reading is one thing. Going is another.
Tell Maro and the team what you want to see and how long you have. They will put a route together around your dates — no charge for the plan, and no obligation to book it.