Rough Guides Egypt is a comprehensive travel guide designed for independent travellers exploring Egypt's ancient monuments, vibrant cities and stunning coastlines – from Cairo and Alexandria to Luxor, Aswan and the Red Sea.

It brings together everything you need in one place - from must-see sights and hidden gems to ready-made itineraries, in-depth sightseeing coverage, full-colour maps, transport advice, a handy phrasebook and a free eBook.

Plan your perfect trip with a guide that combines in-depth regional coverage with an online trip planner that generates a trip draft before you travel.

This travel guide to Egypt covers:

• Cairo and Giza – The Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo and Coptic Cairo.
• Luxor and the Nile Valley – The Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and Nile cruises to Aswan.
• The Red Sea Coast – Diving and snorkelling in Sharm El-Sheikh, Hurghada, Dahab and the Sinai Peninsula.
• Alexandria and Northern Egypt – Greco-Roman history, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the Mediterranean coast.
• The Western Desert Oases – The dramatic landscapes of Bahariya, Farafra, Dakhla, Kharga and Siwa Oasis.
• Lesser-known Egypt – Middle Egypt, the Suez Canal, Port Said, the Delta and Upper Egypt's remote archaeological sites.

The complete Rough Guides package – print edition, free eBook and online trip planner – helps you plan a trip that fits your style. Expertly curated and locally informed, it gives you the tools and insights to explore Egypt with confidence.

Start planning your next adventure with Rough Guides Egypt.