Watch the sun rise through the wind-sculpted rocks of the White Desert, explore the minarets, museums and markets of Cairo, marvel at the world’s oldest and greatest tourist attraction, the Pyramids of Giza, Footprint’s 6th edition of the Egypt Handbook is the perfect companion for the adventurous traveler wanting to get the most out of this awe-inspiring country. The land rich with culture, inspiring landscapes, luxurious cruises and underwater worlds is on every traveler’s ‘must-see’ list and Footprint’s new edition is the ideal companion to help you make sense of it all. ·         Includes carefully selected itineraries offering advice on how to get the best out of your trip whether you’re travelling for a week or a month·         Extensive thoroughly researched information to help you plan your trip as well as advise you on the ground·         The heart of the guide is broken in to the key regions of Egypt  – Cairo, Middle Egypt, Luxor, South of Luxor, Alexandria and the Mediterranean Coast, Suez Canal, Sinai, Red Sea and the Eastern Desert, Western Desert- and gives you comprehensive information on each of these regions·         Each regional section has an overview map, local information on how to get around with transport and street maps where relevant, a short history of the region, thorough advice on what to see and do and a directory of key local information on banks, embassies, internet cafes and medical services.·         Key local words and phrases are included to help you communicate ensuring an even better travel experience From Luxor’s crumbling temples to the Red Sea’s top dive sites, Footprint’s fully updated 6th edition will help you get the best out of this awe-inspiring destination.