Audley Archive

Egypt is one of the world’s oldest destinations, attracting visitors since the time of the ancient Greeks. Dates and facts are interesting but it’s the insight into life, both ancient and modern, that bring Egypt alive. With this in mind, we handpick all our guides and they come no better than Magdy Zayed, Audley local guide and Egyptologist. Here he tell us about his life, his interests, his views on how Cairo has changed and what the future holds for the Middle East’s most populous city.