Agatha Christie's “Death on the Nile” immortalized river cruises; the Pyramids of Giza remain the oldest film set on earth.
The Great Pyramid was the tallest human-made structure for nearly 3,800 years, until medieval cathedrals.
Visit Luxor at dawn to avoid heat and crowds. A data eSIM helps you bargain (currency apps), order a ride-hail in Cairo, and check guide reviews.