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Egypt doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. In fact, some of the most memorable experiences happen after dark — from dinner cruises on the Nile to the buzz of historic Cairo at night. Here is how to experience Egypt after sunset. We are Sam and
Solo travel in Egypt is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have — and one of the questions we hear most often is simply: is it safe? The honest answer is yes, with the right approach. Here is everything a solo traveller needs to
Nearly every traveller planning a Nile trip asks the same question: Luxor or Aswan? Both sit on the same stretch of river and both are extraordinary — but they offer very different experiences. Here is an honest, local comparison to help you decide. We are Sam
Booking a Nile cruise is one of the best decisions you can make in Egypt — but there are a few things worth knowing before you pay a deposit. After more than 28 years guiding on the Nile, here are the things we tell every guest.
There is no better way to see Luxor than from the air at sunrise. As the first light spills over the Nile Valley, dozens of hot air balloons rise above the temples and tombs in one of the most spectacular sights in Egypt. Here are the
One of the best ways to understand Egypt is through its food. Egyptian cuisine is full of simple ingredients, strong flavours and dishes that have been part of everyday life for generations — and it is wonderfully cheap and satisfying. We are Sam and Mo —
Travelling in Egypt is an incredible experience, and a little local know-how makes it even better. This guide covers the practical essentials — safety, dress codes, tipping and a complete packing list — from over 28 years of guiding travellers across Egypt. Safety in Egypt The
Egypt is one of those rare destinations that exceeds its own postcards. If you are visiting for the first time, these are the ten places that should be at the top of your list — the ones we recommend again and again to our own guests.
When should you visit Egypt? The short answer is October to April, when daytime temperatures in Cairo and Luxor sit comfortably in the low-to-mid 20s°C (70s°F), the desert sun is generous rather than punishing, and dawn is cool enough for a hot air balloon over Luxor’s
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the biggest thing to happen to Egyptian tourism in a generation. Standing on the Giza plateau, within sight of the Pyramids, it is the largest archaeological museum on Earth and the first place to display the complete tomb collection of
