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Pyramid at night near Cairo, Egypt (Corbis)

Destinations in Egypt

Sinai Peninsula

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Egypt Overview

Visiting Egypt is like traveling through time, with stops at some of the most remarkable milestones of history. One of the oldest civilization on the planet, this self-proclaimed "mother of the world" was first unified under one king more than 6,000 years ago. In that time, Egypt has been ruled by Pharaohs and Romans, Turkish khedives and Muslim caliphs, British and French colonizers, all of who left their unique marks on the country and its people. Read More

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Apocalypse Nile
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A daring upriver expedition gets back on the water after a deadly attack
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A compressed air pilgrimage to the Red Sea, where hobbyists become compulsives in the blink of a piscine eye.
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GORPtravel Adventure Trips & Guided Tours

Egypt Explored
Tucan Travel
from $400, 11 days
Starting in chaotic Cairo, the largest city in Africa, this journey encompasses all of the traditional and famous sights that your mind conjures when...
Egyptian Discovery
G.A.P Adventures
from $599, 7 days
An active Egyptian adventure! Camp in the Egyptian desert, hike from wadis to the Sinai High Mountains and trek into history, culminating with a well-deserved sunrise from the top of Mount Sinai. ......
Egyptian Discoverer
Adventure Center
from $1323, 14 days
A real insight in to a diverse land: history and culture in Egypt's main cities with a Nile cruise and relaxation by the Red Sea ...
Footsteps of Alexander
Adventure Center
from $1735, 19 days
By the time of his death, in 332BC, the empire of Alexander the Great extended from Egypt, through the Sinai, parts of Jordan and on towards the Indus Valley. Alexandria itself was named in his honour. ......
Egypt Family Adventure
G.A.P Adventures
from $1199, 13 days
From the legendary pyramids to a once-in-a-lifetime camel safari into the desert, this adventure will make the pages of a history book come alive. Incorporating some great activities for the kids, this makes for an exciting family adventure. ......