Egypt welcomes you with its mighty Nile and magnificent monuments, the beguiling desert and lush delta, and with its long past and welcoming, story-loving people. Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of Egypt, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice.Lonely Planet’s Egyptis your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wonder at the construction of the Pyramids of Giza; wander through the columned halls of the great temple complexes of Luxor; dive through an underwater world of coral cliffs and colourful fish in the Red Sea; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Egypt and begin your journey now!Inside:✓ Colour maps and images throughout✓ Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests✓ Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots✓ Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices✓ Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss✓ Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics✓ Over 128 mapsCovers: Cairo & Around, the Nile Delta, Suez Canal, Sinai, Alexandria & the Mediterranean Coast, Siwa Oasis & the Western Desert, Northern Nile Valley, Luxor, Southern Nile Valley, Red Sea Coast.