Guides the budget traveller along the popular Istanbul to Cairo route, covering the Middle East's most fascinating and accessible countries -- Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Israel and the Palestinian Territories, and Egypt. -- up-to-date information on border crossings, visa formalities and transport options -- complete coverage of the region is historical sites, from Ottoman palaces and exotic souqs to Nabataean city ruins and Pharaonic temples -- the best deals on places to eat and stay as well as entertainment options and tips on how to meet the locals -- helpful language section and detailed glossary