Why Egypt?

Egypt has been attracting visitors for millennia with its unparalleled cultural and archaeological heritage. Iconic attractions include the Pyramids, the Valley of the Kings and the incomparable River Nile.

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Our Take

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Discovering a new country is always exciting – and when that country happens to be one with an extraordinary history, filled with millennia-old tombs and temples, sand dusted pyramids, and perfectly-carved hieroglyphics and vivid artworks, there’s all the more reason to add it to your bucket-list! Located on the eastern side of North Africa, its lifeblood the mighty Nile River, Egypt is one of the oldest tourist destinations on the planet and its marvels are endless.

But whilst the ancient architecture is guaranteed to bring out the student in most of us, Egypt certainly isn’t a one-trick pony. Dig deeper past the Saharan sands and gigantic pyramids, and you’ll find fertile valleys, luscious oases, and islands shaded by date palms, ripe for exploration – and if none of that suits, take to the water for a cruise down the Nile and enjoy the sights and sounds in pure luxury.

What to look out for

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We love:
Our favourite Egypt experiences are the river experiences on Nile. With selection of vessel types at your disposal, a cruise here will not disappoint.
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Key locations:
Alexandria, Aswan, Cairo, Luxor, The Desert, Red Sea and the Nile.
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Key experiences:
River cruises, camel trekking, visit the pyramids, scuba diving, explore Cairo, tomb visits, explore The Valley of the Kings.

What to see in 

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When to visit 

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Egypt is pleasantly warm throughout January, with an average daytime temperature of around 19°C.

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21°C
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Egypt’s milder winter weather continues into February with slightly warmer highs of up to 24°C.

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24°C
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March brings with it average daytime temperatures of 29°.

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28°C
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April sees the beginning of the Egyptian heat.

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32°C
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Temperatures continue to increase, reaching 38°C.

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Expect up to 40°C temperatures in the shade.

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As the dry and scorching weather continues. Scuba diving in the Red Sea awaits you.

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The South and deserts are ferociously hot inland during August.

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32°C
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The high season heat begins to wane with pleasant daytime temperatures of around 32°C.

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October is the ideal time as the temperatures cool to daytime averages of 31°C

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25°C
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Temperatures continues to cool significantly as Egypt enters its usual mild winter.

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21°C
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It may be winter in Egypt, but you can still expect a pleasant 24°C with little or no rainfall.

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