Destinations

Planning a trip to Egypt from the UK? How long to go for, how to get there, visas, the best time to travel, and how our private tour packages work, from 4-day Cairo breaks to 10-day Nile journeys.Read More

A dahabiya is a traditional sailing boat with only a handful of cabins. How a dahabiya Nile cruise differs from a big cruise ship, the route from Esna to Aswan, what it costs, and who it suits.Read More

Staying in Hurghada and wondering whether a day trip to Luxor is worth the drive? How long it takes, what you can see in a day, what to bring, and when an overnight trip is the better choice.Read More

Luxor to Aswan or Aswan to Luxor? Three, four or seven nights? Standard, deluxe or a dahabiya? A plain-English guide to choosing a Nile cruise, with what is included and what it costs.Read More

When travelers think of Egypt, Cairo’s bustling streets and Luxor’s grand temples usually come to mind. But if you’re looking for a destination that combines ancient history with calm beauty, Aswan is the place to be. Set on the southern stretch of the Nile, this city is often described as Egypt’s most peaceful escape —...Read More