The birthplace of one of the greatest civilisations known to man, Egypt's history dates back over 5,000 years. Egypt possesses one of the richest public displays of ancient treasures in the entire World. The ancient Pharaohs, the Greeks, Romans, Phoenicians, Turks, Arabs and more recently, Europeans have all played their part in creating the spectacle that we see today. The ever-present River Nile, is and always has been the Nation's lifeline and holds sway over everything that happens in this vast and otherwise arid land.  Egypt is a beautiful and alluring place, offering deep blue skies, clear-white sands and sparkling-blue waters in abundance. Its many archaeological treasures are incomparable and its people as friendly and hospitable as any you could wish to meet.