Egypt Relive the ancient past of pharaohs and pyramids
Tutankhamun’s golden gaze hasn’t blinked for three millennia and the Great Pyramid was already 2,500 years old when Jesus was born. Yes, Egypt really is ancient. Luckily, these riches of antiquity are very accessible, whether you’re cruising down the Nile or walking in Cleopatra’s footsteps. But modern Egypt is never far away, be that the hectic hustle of Cairo and the peaceful calm of the Red Sea. This is a country, with a history, like no other.
Where it is
North Africa
When to go
October to May
Why go there
Ancient cities
River cruise
Antique treasures
What to see
Pyramids
Luxor
Nile Cruise
Antique treasures in Cairo
Delve into the past with a private tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the incomparable collection of the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Read more about Cairo
Languid pleasure on the Nile
Enjoy the elegance of the world’s most famous river cruise, stopping at the temples of Karnak and tombs of Luxor.
Get on board a Nile cruise
Aquatic delights in the Red Sea
Spend your days with gentle boat tours of secluded beaches or diving into the clear water that’s every shade of blue (but no red).
Desert adventures in Siwa Oasis
Discover this divine paradise in the middle of the desert, a place carved out of sand and mud, a lush luxury oasis like no other.
Travel in Egypt
Whether you want to step back in time or sit back and relax, Cosa can create the ultimate Egyptian escape for you. The classic twin-centre trip to Cairo and Luxor, with a Nile Cruise in between, is an undoubted highlight but there’s more to Egypt than pharaohs and pyramids. Maybe you’ll unwind beside (or even in) the turquoise waters of the Red Sea. Or venture across the desert to stay in an incredible oasis. Egypt is waiting for you so why wait?
Egypt facts
With over 102 million inhabitants, Egypt is the third most populous country in Africa. Most of the population lives in giant cities of the north, such as the capital Cairo, and along the fertile banks of the River Nile. While Egyptian history dates back many thousands of years, the modern republic has only existed since a revolution in 1952. Egypt has a crucially strategic position as both the home to the Suez Canal and the land link between Asia and Africa.
Time zone
UTC +2
Flight time
4 hours from Switzerland
Local currency
Egyptian pound
Dialling code
+20
