The land that gave birth to the world’s first great civilisation needs little introduction. The pyramids, the temples, the Nile – the scope of Egypt is magnificent. Visitors are surprised to discover that the legendary pyramids are merely the tip of the archaeological iceberg. Pharaonic nations, ancient Greeks, Romans, Christians and Arab dynasties have all played their part in fashioning Egypt’s embarrassment of architectural wealth. There is an extraordinary combination of chaos and peace that reigns throughout this ancient land.

PYRAMIDS OF GIZA You haven’t been to Egypt until you’ve stood at the base of these legendary monuments, marvels of human engineering and construction. The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

BU SIMBEL Built into the solid rock cliff by Pharaoh Rameses II to commemorate his victory over the Hittites at the Battle of Kadesh, the temples of Abu Simbel are a must-see for any visitor to Egypt.

VALLEY OF THE KINGS The Valley of the Kings was the burial place of choice for the Pharaohs and elites of Egypt’s New Kingdom, but is most well-known to us due to the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun.