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Check out these amazing TV documentaries and programmes about the inimitable land of the Pharaohs here.<\/p>\n

During lockdown, we made the most of our time missing visiting Egypt by watching these amazing TV series’ about the fascinating country. We think they really help set the scene and give an insight into some of the thrills you will find on your Egypt holiday or tour with Egypt Escapes.<\/p>\n

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Lumley’s Nile<\/a>
\nOn the trip of a lifetime, actor Joanna Lumley travels by boat, plane, train, car and Zapcat to follow the world’s longest river from mouth to source. We particularly love the Cairo scenes and when she travels on the Nile Commodore from Luxor to Aswan, a trip we offer HERE<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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The Nile with Bettany Hughes<\/a>
\nA super insight into the history of Egypt from the wonderful Bettany Hughes. Shows you just why Egypt really is ‘the gift of The Nile’.<\/p>\n

Let us know what you think and if you have seen any others that you can suggest. We just love to hear from you and watch\/talk about Egypt.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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