Egypt
Home to the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World — Egypt offers the Pyramids of Giza, the Nile Valley, Luxor's temples, Red Sea diving, and the vibrant energy of Cairo.
Plan Your Trip to EgyptEntry conditions and visa requirements can change at any time. Always confirm current rules with the relevant embassy or a Ramada Tours travel consultant before booking your trip.
Travel information last reviewed: August 2026
Why Visit Egypt
The Pyramids of Giza are the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World — a sight that no photograph can fully prepare you for. Standing at their base at dawn is a defining travel experience.
A Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan passes temple after temple — Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Philae, Edfu — a journey through 3,000 years of continuous civilisation.
Egypt's Red Sea coast offers world-class diving and snorkelling year-round — the reefs at Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada teem with marine life including reef sharks, rays, and hundreds of fish species.
Cairo's medieval Islamic quarter — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — rivals Istanbul for the depth of its mosques, khans, and hammams packed into a living, breathing neighbourhood.
Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit
October–April. Egypt is extremely hot in summer (June–August) — comfortable only at Red Sea resorts with air-conditioned activities. Spring (March–April) can bring sandstorms (khamsin) in some years.
Suggested Duration
7–14 days (7 for Cairo & Luxor; 14 for a full Nile cruise adding Aswan, Abu Simbel, and the Red Sea)
Currency
Egyptian Pound (EGP)
Language
Arabic (English widely spoken in hotels, restaurants, and at major tourist sites)
Popular Cities & Attractions
Cairo
Egypt's sprawling capital, gateway to the Giza Pyramids and home to the treasures of the Egyptian Museum and the historic streets of Islamic Cairo.
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Sharm El Sheikh
A leading Red Sea diving and beach resort at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, framed by desert mountains and vivid coral reefs.
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Hurghada
A long stretch of Red Sea coastline with an all-inclusive resort culture, calm waters and easy day-trip access to nearby coral islands.
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Luxor
The world's greatest open-air museum — ancient Thebes, where the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple and the Nile riverbank hold Egypt's pharaonic legacy.
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Aswan
A relaxed Nile-side city near Egypt's southern border, home to the Philae Temple, Nubian villages and traditional felucca sailboats.
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Alexandria
Egypt's Mediterranean gateway, founded by Alexander the Great, blending a corniche seafront with the legacy of the ancient world's greatest library.
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Travel Tips
Dress modestly, particularly when visiting mosques, markets, and historic neighbourhoods.
Guided tours are strongly recommended at the Giza Plateau and Valley of the Kings — qualified guides add enormous context.
Bargaining is standard practice in all bazaars, including Khan el-Khalili.
Keep small notes handy for baksheesh (voluntary tips) at historic sites — it is customary and appreciated.
Entry conditions and visa requirements can change. Always confirm current rules with the Egyptian embassy or a Ramada Tours consultant before booking.
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