Egypt
Egypt
Egypt is one of the world's most fascinating destinations, where ancient history meets modern hospitality. Home to the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Nile River, and magnificent temples, Egypt offers unforgettable experiences filled with archaeology, culture, luxury cruises, and breathtaking desert landscapes.
Things to do in Egypt
- 1 Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx.
- 2 Cruise along the legendary Nile River.
- 3 Explore Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings.
- 4 Discover vibrant Cairo and its world-famous museums.
- 5 Relax at Red Sea resorts and enjoy world-class diving.
Practical information for Egypt
Entry requirements can change: we review them with you before every trip.
- Airports
- El Cairo (CAI) · El Cairo (Giza) (SPX) · Hurghada (HRG) · Sharm el-Sheij (SSH)
- Documents for US citizens
U.S. passport valid for at least 6 months. Single-entry 30-day visa on arrival: US$30 (since March 2026), payable in cash at the airport; or a prior eVisa at visa2egypt.gov.eg for US$25. Travelers arriving at Sharm el-Sheikh, Taba or Saint Catherine who stay only in the Sinai resorts for up to 15 days receive a free stamp. U.S. permanent residents or other passports: check requirements by nationality.Read more ▾
- Currency
- Egyptian pound (EGP); USD and euros widely accepted in tourism (tips, tours)
- Language
- Arabic; English in tourist areas
- Time zone
- 7 h ahead of New York almost all year (Egypt also observes daylight saving time)
- Plugs
- Type C/F, 220V (European adapter)
- Weather
- Desert: very hot and dry in summer (40 °C+ in the south), mild winters; it almost never rains
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Multi-day trips
Multi-day trips in Egypt
16 days · 16 nights Morocco & Egypt
Desert, Land of Pharaohs & Nile Cruise
Discover the wonderful Marrakech, stroll through modern Rabat, and experience Fez. Traverse the Atlas Mountains to Midelt and Erfoud. Cross spectacular landscapes on your way to the Kasbahs of Ait Ben Haddou in Ouarzazate. Enjoy the fascinating city of Cairo discovering the Great Pyramids. Live a Nile River Cruise experience and delight in the sights of Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor.
9 days · 7 nights Egypt
Great Pyramids & Full-Board Nile Cruise
Walk in the footsteps of the Pharaohs on a fascinating city and cruise experience in Egypt. Discover the secrets of the Great Pyramids in Cairo and unearth the history behind the iconic Valley of the Kings. Spend 3 or 4 nights under the stars on a Full-Board Nile River Cruise and delight in the sights of Aswan, atmospheric Kom Ombo, eternal Edfu and the magical Temples of Luxor.
17 days · 15 nights Egypt
Egyptian Gems: Siwa, Nile Cruise & Desert
Discover Egypt in full: explore Alexandria, travel to the remote Siwa Oasis and tour the Great Pyramids. Cruise the Nile to Kom Ombo and Edfu, and marvel at Luxor’s Karnak and Luxor Temples, Hatshepsut’s sanctuary, and the Colossi of Memnon. Finally, venture through Bahariya and the White Desert’s otherworldly sea of sculptures before returning to Cairo.
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