Thebes revisited
Since the ancient Greeks made their first journey to Thebes, Luxor has always been an unforgettable experience. Rehab Saad and photographer Ayman Ibrahim walk you through their own three-day venture

Traveller's notes
Today's Luxor is actually three distinct areas nestled into one nook of the Nile Valley -- the town of Luxor itself, the village of Karnak...

A class of their own
The small non-star family-run hotels of old Gurna have always been the choice of travellers, mostly those on a tight budget, who like to spend an untraditional vacation in the midst of the Theban necropolis surrounded by authentic rural life, lush green fields and mountains

A fabulous oasis
From swimming, rowing and fishing, to desert hiking, birdwatching and sightseeing, Rasha Sadek discovers that Fayoum's richness of activities makes it the perfect place for an unforgettable winter escape

Holiday FAQ's
Q: We are planning to visit Egypt from late December to January -- about 17 days. What is the best way to arrange our travel? Should we contact a travel agency in Egypt or could we arrange the tour ourselves?

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