A Nile cruise is the highlight of many trips to Egypt. You sleep on the river, wake up next to ancient temples and watch village life and palm-lined banks drift past from the sun deck. Here is how to choose the cruise that fits your trip. Luxor to Aswan or Aswan to Luxor? Most cruises […]
Packing well makes a real difference in Egypt, where you might walk through desert sun at the Pyramids in the morning and visit a mosque or an air-conditioned museum in the afternoon. Use this checklist to get it right. Clothing Light, breathable layers: cotton and linen tops, light trousers, long skirts and dresses. Modest options: […]
Tipping, or baksheesh, is part of everyday life in Egypt. Many people in tourism rely on tips as a real part of their income, so knowing what to give in advance makes your trip smoother and takes the guesswork out of each moment. Carry small Egyptian pound notes Most tips are paid in Egyptian pounds […]
Ten days is the ideal length for a first trip to Egypt. It gives you time for Cairo and the Pyramids, the Nubian south, a Nile cruise and the temples and tombs of Luxor, without rushing. This is the route we recommend most often to African American travelers and groups. Days 1 to 3: Cairo […]
The Grand Egyptian Museum, known as the GEM, is the largest museum in the world dedicated to a single civilization. It stands about two kilometers from the Pyramids of Giza and opened to the public in November 2025. For travelers who want to experience Egypt as an African civilization, it is now an essential stop. […]
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