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Moon Egypt: Temples & Pyramids, Nile Sailing & Cruises, Desert Safaris

Name: Moon Egypt: Temples & Pyramids, Nile Sailing & Cruises, Desert Safaris
Brand: Moon Travel
SKU: 9798886470925
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Contributors:

Sarah Smierciak, Moon Travel Guides

Publisher:

Moon Travel

Binding:

Paperback

Book Category:

Travel

Book Subcategory:

Middle East, Museums, Tours, Points of Interest, Special Interest

Book Topic:

Egypt, Adventure

Edition Description:

2nd Revised Edition

Series:

Moon Middle East & Africa Travel Guide

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Release Date:

2025-05-20

ISBN 13:

9798886470925

Weight:

0.95 lbs

Size:

7.40 x 5.50 x 0.80 inches

Pages:

488

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Description

From the breathtaking sites of the ancient world to the colorful corals of the Red Sea, experience a land of treasures with Moon Egypt. Inside you'll find:

Strategic, flexible itineraries including a one-week best of Egypt trip, a week of snorkeling, and more
Can't-miss experiences: Wander in the shadows of kings at Luxor's Karnak Temple and stroll the Avenue of Sphinxes. Marvel at the magnificent temple of Queen Hatshepsut, travel back in time at the Grand Egyptian Museum, or wind your way through colorful backstreet markets in search of the perfect handmade souvenir
Outdoor adventures: Summit historic Mt. Sinai at dawn or spend an evening horseback riding near the Great Pyramid of Giza. Escape the chaos of Cairo on a felucca boat cruise or bike through the City of the Dead. Kayak the Nile and camp under the stars in the White Desert
The best local flavors: Feast on traditional Egyptian street food, dig into fresh seafood in Alexandria, and indulge your sweet tooth with a plate of kunafa or basbousa
Firsthand insight from Cairo resident and American expat Sarah Smierciak on how to experience the real Egypt and avoid crowds
Full-color, vibrant photos throughout
Detailed maps and useful tips for navigating public transportation and taxis
Thorough background information on the landscape, wildlife, history, government, culture, and local customs
Handy tools including an Egyptian Arabic phrasebook and tips for accessibility, LGBTQ+ travelers, women traveling solo, and families with children
Focused coverage of Cairo and Giza, the Northern and Southern Nile Valleys (including Luxor and Nubia), Alexandria, the Suez Canal, the Red Sea Coast, South Sinai, and the Western Desert

With Moon's practical advice and insider tips, you can experience the best of Egypt.

Want to see more of Northern Africa? Check out Moon Morocco.

About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell--and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.

For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

About the Author
Sarah Smierciak is a freelance political economy analyst and is working on her first documentary.

Her projects, centering on globalization and the Middle East, find her often in Cairo and other Egyptian locations, as well as elsewhere in the neighborhood. With a camera and pen always at hand, Sarah's goal is to capture the lifestyles and challenges of everyday people in this rapidly changing world.

She studied history and Middle East Studies at Northwestern University before completing an MPhil in International Development and DPhil in Middle East Studies at the University of Oxford on a Rhodes Scholarship. She spent 2016-2017 in Turkey on a Fulbright Fellowship where she worked with Syrian and Iraqi communities in Istanbul.

In her spare time, Sarah competes globally in marathons and triathlons, including events in France, Turkey, Mexico and the US. She speaks fluent Arabic, Spanish and English, and stumbles through Turkish.