EGYPT - TRAVEL GUIDES

"Nobody can steer a donkey, and some collided with camels, dervishes, effendis, asses, beggars and everything else that offered to the donkeys a reasonable chance for a collision.”
- Mark Twain, Innocents Abroad, on his way to see pyramids at Giza in Egypt

TRAVELING TO EGYPT

While Egypt is most famous for the spectacular ancient pyramids, the broader country has a lot to offer for travelers.  Go to understand the archaeological history, to learn more about Islam, and to explore life on the Nile.  Travel can be a little intimidating for some, so a good travel guide will help.  Here are our recommendations for the best travel books for Egypt.

A5 RECOMMENDATIONS

Lonely Planet: Egypt

We recommend Lonely Planet as the best guidebook for those planning a visit to Egypt.  It is a country that can be intimidating to some travelers, with a rich history and much to see and do.  Lonely Planet is perhaps the world’s largest publisher of travel books, known for the depth of their coverage and for the strength of their local knowledge.  We particularly like their recommended itineraries and practical tips on how to get around.  

DK Eyewitness Travel: Egypt

We love the DK Eyewitness Travel series but typically recommend these books for travel to bigger cities, primarily because of their strength in the coverage of cultural highlights.  These guides are known for beautiful photos and custom maps, making their coverage of the pyramids and prominent museums very effective.  And, the guides are of course filled with a ton of helpful content on anything a traveler to Egypt might need to know.  

The Art of Ancient Egypt

This beautifully illustrated book offers a comprehensive look into the three thousand year history of Egyptian art, Includes great insight into the Great Pyramids.  This is the perfect book for anyone interested in the art and archaeology of ancient Egypt.