Synopses & Reviews
No one knows Egypt like Lonely Planet. Our 10th edition will take you from the dusty streets of Cairo to the wondrous Pyramids of Giza and the temples of Luxor. To wash off the dust, go diving in the Red Sea before boarding a felucca for a breezy cruise along the Nile.
Lonely Planet guides are written by experts to get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
In This Guide:
Diving chapter takes you beneath one of the Underwater Wonders of the World, the Red Sea
Ancient Egypt decoded by nenowned Egyptologist, Dr. Joann Fletcher
Green Index highlights the best ecofriendly options
Synopsis
Thorough coverage of Egypt in its entirety includes information for all independent traveler types, from backpackers looking to dive into the Red Sea to sun-seekers in new beach resorts. Features an unmatched overview of Ancient Egypt by renowned Egyptologist Dr. Joann Fletcher. 28 maps.