EGYPT

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Nile cruises are as atmospheric and unmissable as they ever were. However impressive, these blockbusters won’t be the things you remember the most.

That will be the small, special moments you’ll experience every day here — tucking into the tastiest fruit, sourced from a Nile valley garden; wandering through a grove of date palms; being invited to take a hookah pipe at a local café; and listening to the call to prayer as you watch the sun set over the Nile.

AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES TO HAVE IN EGYPT

EXPERIENCES FOR DESTINATION

Take an Egyptian cooking class
Visit a Nubian Village
Savor a high tea in a five star hotel
Learn to make papyrus and paint your name in hieroglyphics
Visit the Egyptian Textile Musuem
Dive and snorkel at the infamous Blue Hole
Watch a Whirling Dervish Show + Dinner
Luxor hot air balloon ride
Desert safari & Bedouin Dinner
Nile cruise
Sinai Desert trip & dinner
Felucca ride
Sharm El-Sheij horseback riding
Cairo food tour

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TRANSPORT IN EGYPT

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Time Zone

GMT+2 in summer and GMT+3 in winter.

Vaccines

To visit Egypt no vaccines are needed.

Electricity and Plugs

Plugs are the same as those in Europe. The voltage is 220V. Newer hotels, resorts and ships may have USB outlets. Bring a universal adapter just in case.

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Safety

Egypt is relatively safe if you don't leave the main tourist centres. However, areas such as Assiut, Sohag, Minya, and Quena should be avoided. We recommend that you read the UK foreign office recommendations before traveling.

For more information, check out our section on travel safety.

Useful Telephone Numbers

Police: 122
Tourist Information: 126
Egypt Prefix: 20
Emergency number for the British Embassy in Cairo: +2 (02) 2791 6000

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FAQ's

Is Egypt safe for tourists?

It’s worth stressing that the vast majority of visits to Egypt are trouble-free. There have been a few high-profile acts of terrorism in the country over the years and the UK government warns that the risk of terrorist attack remains high in some areas. It advises vigilance at religious festivals and at religious sites, to avoid travel to North Sinai, and to exercise caution in some parts of the Western Desert. If you’re interested in visiting the latter, seek travel advice from a tour operator.

How many days do I need in Egypt?

You could spend a month in Egypt and still just touch the surface, particularly if you want to spend time exploring areas of the Western Desert. Allow at least a week to see the highlights of the Nile Valley, including Cairo, Aswan and Luxor. There are frequent flights from the UK to Sharm El Sheikh and you could easily come for a long weekend on the beach.

Which is the best month to visit Egypt?

November is a good all-round bet; temperatures are in the high 20Cs in the day and evenings are mild rather than cool. If possible, avoid the school holidays to be rewarded with thinner crowds at popular tourist sites such as the Pyramids of Giza and at the temples around Luxor and Aswan. March and April are good choices, too, with similar temperatures — though try and avoid Easter when everywhere gets busier.

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POPULAR DESTINATIONS IN EGYPT

Cairo

Cairo is the capital of Egypt and its most important city, and with almost 20 million inhabitants, it's also one of the world's largest cities.

Alexandria

Founded by Alexander the Great in 332 BCE, Alexandria was an Egyptian capital for over 1000 years and is to this day an important economic centre.

Luxor

Known as the world's greatest open-air musuem, Luxor is home to some of Egypt's most famous temples, tombs and monuments.

Aswan

Located at the first cataract of the Nile, 600 miles south of Cairo, Aswan is the southernmost city in Egypt and was the frontier of the ancient city.

Sharm El-Sheikh

Located on the coast of the Red Sea, Sharm El Sheikh is a popular tourist destination with beautiful beaches, crystal-clear sea and luxury hotels.