Best time to be there
Winter (October to April) for cultural trips, although May to September is great for the Red Sea. Ramadan is a particularly exciting time to be in Egypt - it is celebrated here with more exuberance than anywhere else in the world.
Fly to
Cairo (British Airways, Egypt Air); Luxor (Egypt Air, Easyjet); Sharm el Sheikh (Easyjet); Hurghada (Easyjet)
flying time
4 hours 50 minutes direct
time difference
GMT +2 hours
Visas
Required - obtainable in advance or on arrival
Health Requirements
No mandatory vaccinations
Itineraries
Highlights of Egypt with Jordan
Highlights of Egypt with Jordan highlights * Classical sites of Egypt * Crusing the Nile * The Rose Red city of Petra Read more ...
Nile Encounter
Three Nights in Cairo and Seven Nights Full Board on the exclusive Sanctuary Sun Boat III Cruise – From £1995pp... Read more ...
White Desert Extension
Visit the small local museum in Bawiti, the main town of Bahariya, where finds from the surrounding ruins, including golden and painted treasures from the Valley of the Golden Mummies... Read more ...
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OFFER: 50% discount off all our 2013 Nile cruise itineraries
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NILE
8 DAYS FROM £995
* Featuring 7 nights along the Upper Nile
* Luxury Sanctuary Sun Boat cruise
* A&K Egyptologist
CLASSIC EGYPT
7 Days from £1,495
* Featuring Cairo and the Upper Nile
* Luxury Sanctuary Sun Boat IV Cruise
* A&K Egyptologists throughout
NILE PRIVATE DAHABIYA
8 Days from £1,295
* Travel the Upper Nile between Luxor and Aswan
* Private charter of the luxury Zein Nile Château Dahabiya
* Fully staffed and with your own A&K Egyptologist
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For millennia the iconic sights of Egypt have held visitors in their sway, from the timeless pyramids of Giza to the dazzling colour of the pharaohs' tombs. A holiday to Egypt is on many people's travel wish list. With the country's unrivalled legacy brought alive by the finest Egyptologists, coupled with A&K's unparalleled quality of service and the best boats on the Nile, it is easy to see why we can bring you the best luxury Nile cruises and luxury Egypt holidays. Read more...
Highlights of the Nile
Up to 65% discount on Nile cruise
Explore Egypt's magnificent sights with a 7 night cruise along the iconic Nile. Offer includes full board, international flights and transfers. From £995pp for departures before 30th September 2013, then £1,095pp until 22nd Dec. Cairo extension from £100pp including domestic flight, transfers and 2 nights' accommodation. Valid for travel until 22nd December 2013. Terms and conditions apply.
Hilton Luxor, Egypt
7 nights at the Hilton Luxor- Save up to 40%
Prices from £699pp. Offer includes 7 nights stay with breakfast, international flights and transfers. Valid for travel until 30th September 2013. Terms and conditions apply.
Suggested Cruises
Sanctuary Sun Boat III - 7 night cruises
Perfect for a relaxed cruise along the Nile, the stylish Sanctuary Sun Boat III exudes all the discreet, elegant ambience of an exclusive club...
Sanctuary Sun Boat IV - 3 & 4 night cruises
Sanctuary Sun Boat IV is renowned as one of the finest boats operating on the Nile River. Rated five-star, it is air conditioned throughout and offers wonderful amenities, including...
Dahabiya Nile Cruise - Zein Nile Chateau
New to A&K the Sanctuary Zein Nile Château is a dahabiya designed to afford a more private sailing experience. This vessel is a six-cabin haven, offering a mix of modern elegance and old world glamour...
Four Seasons Resort Sharm el Sheikh
Soaked in year-round sun, and set in an oasis of green against the surrounding desert landscapes, the Four Seasons is one of our favourite hotels in Sharm El Sheikh...
Sanctuary MS Nile Adventurer - 3 & 4 night cruises
Decorated in a modern, Pharonic inspired lounge style and providing gourmet cuisine, the Sanctuary MS Nile Adventurer offers an intimate and relaxed cruising experience on the epic Nile River...
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Guest Testimonial
Everything was excellent. Except when I had to leave and return home. I didn't want to.
- BM, Hertfordshire
British Travel Awards Winner
British Travel Awards Winner
We are delighted to have won Best Worldwide Luxury Tour Operator and Best Safari, Wildlife and Nature Tour Operator at the British Travel Awards 2012.
A&K Philanthropy
Magdy Yacoub Foundation
Brings together world renowned surgeons and medical teams to volunteer their time and skills to perform life saving open heart surgery for people in need from Egypt and the surrounding areas - especially children.
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