Lonely Planet Egypt

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Egypt.
Discover Egypt's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from clambering into the tombs of the Valley of the Kings; to exploring the WWII wreck of the Thistlegorm, voted one of the world's top 10 wreck dives; and admiring Nile scenery up close when you cast off from Aswan and set sail on an overnight felucca trip.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Egypt travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Egypt effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and maps 
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Pyramids of Giza, to Citadel, and Tell Al Amarna
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Egyptian culturethrough stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Cairo, Northern Nile Valley, Luxor; Southern Nile Valley, Siwa Oasis & the Western Desert, Alexandria & the Mediterranean Coast, Suez Canal, Red Sea Coast, Sinai

 
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Egypt.