Cairo , Egypt
Indulge in the mystery of Ancient Egypt through treatment and massages at the spa and experience a Cleopatra milk bath or Papyrus Wrap. Try a speciality tea in the tea lounge and be tempted by traditional scones with clotted cream and berry marmalade. Superbly situated on the west bank of the Nile, take in the commanding views from your elegant and spacious room or suite, richly appointed in French Empire style. Authentic cuisine awaits at the inviting Lai Thai, marrying the delicate and cool with the spicy and fiery. Prepared by Thai chefs sample the green papaya salad with toasted peanuts and dry shrimps.
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.
Cairo (bmi - daily; British Airways - daily)
4 hours 50 minutes direct
GMT +2 hours
Required - obtainable in advance or on arrival
No mandatory vaccinations