Ahmed Samir

Our Siwa Oasis travel tips in short: go between October and April, plan at least three nights because the oasis is 560 km from Cairo, carry cash, dress modestly and swim only in the known springs and salt pools. Here is how to get there, what to do day by day and what to pack.

Learn about the social structure in Old Kingdom Egypt, from the divine Pharaoh to workers. Explore how class shaped life in ancient Egyptian society and more.

Where is Memphis in Egypt? Discover its location, giant statues, open museum, and why this ancient capital still draws curious travelers today, and more..

Wondering when were the Great Pyramids built? Explore the true timeline, ancient techniques, and secrets behind Egypt’s most iconic structures.

Egypt has between 118 and 138 known pyramids, built over about a thousand years, and the Great Pyramid was the tallest structure on Earth for some 3,800 years. Here are 15 facts about the pyramids, their real size, how many there are and where to see them, checked against current research.

What does Queen Cleopatra look like? Discover the truth behind her legendary beauty through ancient art, coins, and Roman accounts. The real face revealed!

Luxor Temple was built mainly by Amenhotep III around 1390 to 1352 BC, on the site of an older shrine of Hatshepsut, and enlarged by Ramesses II a century later. Romans, Christians and Muslims then used it for another 1,700 years. Here is the timeline, what each king added and how to visit today.

Discover the achievements of King Tut, the amazing secrets of his tomb discovery, and the tours including seeing this most intact royal Egyptian tomb.

For a Nile cruise, pack light clothes that cover shoulders and knees for the temples, walking shoes, swimwear for the sun deck, one or two smart-casual outfits for dinner, strong sun protection and, from November to February, a warm layer for the deck at night. Here is the full list and what to leave at home.

Explore the Top 10 Souvenirs from Egypt to remember your journey. From papyrus to handmade crafts, take home a piece of ancient culture.

A luxury vacation in Egypt is less about gold taps than about time and access: a private Egyptologist, the first slot at the pyramids, a historic hotel on the Nile, a small luxury cruise or dahabiya, and domestic flights instead of long drives. Here is how to plan it, where to stay and what is worth paying for.

The best way to spend a night in Luxor is to see Luxor Temple lit up, watch the sound and light show at Karnak, sail a felucca at sunset, then walk the Corniche and the souk before dinner. Here is an evening plan, where to eat and stay, and what else to do in Luxor beyond the temples.