Egypt is a country that requires quite a bit of planning before you visit. In addition to obtaining a visa, packing appropriately is essential for your trip to be a success. Egypt is a very conservative country which means that visitors to the country should cover up, especially women. We're firm ...
I swam in the Nile and got schistosomiasis
The Nile River is the life blood of Egypt. It is the longest river in the world, flowing over 6,600 kilometres throughout Africa. For thousands of years it has provided a source of irrigation to turn the dry, desert landscape into lush, agricultural land. Today, it is also a important source of ...
The Cost of Travelling in Egypt
We recently spent just over a week travelling in Egypt and it was amazing to finally be able to see the Pyramids, satisfy my inner history geek and tick off so many bucket list experiences. Here is a breakdown of our expenses from our time in Egypt which will hopefully assist with information about ...
A Review of Egypt Adventure Intrepid Tour
Egypt is one of the most incredible destinations and is a haven for history lovers. We spent just over a week travelling the length of the Nile from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor. We marvelled at the pyramids, spent a night on a traditional felucca, met locals, sweltered in the desert and fell in love ...