Egypt Travel Blog

Egypt Travel Blog before you do anything else to prepare for your trip to Egypt, you should finish reading this post because it is the most important one of the best ways to explore Egypt. Visitors will find everything they need here to easily plan a trip to Egypt and get there on time without any problems. Are you going to Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, the famous resort towns of Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh on the Red Sea, or somewhere less well-known in Egypt?

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“United Guides Travel” has dozens of articles full of helpful information to help you. The company is proud to have a team of the best Egypt travel guides who know much about the country. These experts will ensure that your needs, like a place to stay, a cruise on the Nile River with us in Egypt Nile Cruise, and getting around, are met with the utmost efficiency and care. They are committed to meeting your needs quickly and effectively and will work hard. Egypt has much more to offer than its famous pyramids and temples. Egypt has some of the most beautiful beaches, dunes, desert landscapes, and coral reefs that haven’t been damaged. It also has some of the most wealthy resort cities in the world. Egypt has a lot of places to visit; in Cairo, you can visit the Egyptian Museum, the Giza pyramids, the Sphinx, the Citadel of Saladin, Coptic Cairo, and Al Muizz Street. In Alexandria, you can visit the Library of Alexandria, Qaitbay Citadel, and Pompey’s Pillar. Also, in Luxor and Aswan, you can go to the Valley of Kings, Valley of Queens, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Karnak Temple, Abu Simbel Temple, Aswan High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk. The best diving in Egypt is in Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh. Don’t miss the chance to book to Explore the best Egypt Sightseeing Tours and enjoy our selection of Egypt Vacation Packages All Inclusive!

 

Egypt’s Highlights

  • Discover the pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.
  • Shop in the charming Khan El Khalili markets in Old Cairo.
  • See the sacred Islamic and Coptic monuments in Old Cairo.
  • Feel the grandeur of Luxor amidst majestic temples and tombs.
  • Rediscover the captivating wonders of the Egyptian Museum.
  • See the two great temples of Philae and Abu Simbel in Aswan.
  • Take a lively Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan or vice versa.
  • Discover the natural allure of Egyptian oases such as Siwa or Bahariya.
  • Swimming, diving, and snorkeling in Hurghada or cities on the Red Sea.

General tips for traveling to Egypt:

  • The official currency in Egypt is the Egyptian pound.
  • Egypt is an Arabic-speaking country, but many of its residents speak English fluently along with many other foreign languages.
  • We recommend that you go through an experienced travel agency that will save you a lot of trouble.
  • Do not be afraid to eat popular foods in Egypt such as koshary, foul medames, and tamiya.
  • Buy a SIM card when you arrive in Egypt so you can call anyone you want.

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Egypt Tours FAQs:

Egypt is a safe country to visit with a notable low crime rate, tourist attractions are well secured and there is no common negative attitude towards foreigners, with some sensible precautions and preparations you will feel at home and as safe as you’ll ever be.

The best time to visit Egypt is in autumn (September – November) and spring (February – April). The weather is relatively cold from December to January, except in the south, where winter is very mild. Sometimes summer should be avoided for climatic reasons. Cairo is hot and attractive in most of June through August, and most residents spend their holidays during this period, if possible. Upper Egypt and even the Red Sea coast can be uncomfortably hot during the summer.

There are a lot of things to do for a foreign traveler in Egypt. Apart from visiting and seeing ancient Egyptian temples and ancient artifacts in ancient Egypt, there is also plenty to see inside each city. In fact, every city in Egypt has its own charm of the things you see through its history, culture, activities, and people who are often different from their nature from people from other parts of Egypt. Cairo, for example, has a lot to do and see. Besides ancient Egyptian history, there is the history of the Romans, Greeks, Byzantine Empire, Islamic Empire, Ottomans and finally the modern history of Egypt.

You can buy most things in Egypt but there are some things that you should bring with you if you want, such as sunscreen, a full hat to protect your face from the sun, a lock for your luggage and any medications you take except for course banned drugs. Egyptian pharmacies are very good, but the drug may be subject to names unknown to you. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is indispensable for wandering the ancient Egyptian archaeological sites. Do not forget that the most important thing to bring with you is the camera in order to take memorable pictures. Good luck and we hope you enjoy your trip and have a great time.

Many women travel alone to Egypt and find that they are safe. The tourism and military police are always close to all tourist places, and the Egyptians themselves are generally safe and trying to protect individual travelers. On the whole, Egypt is safer for individual travelers in more places like Greece, Italy or Spain. Please make sure to take the same precautions you would take anywhere else and do not tend to walk in the deserted areas alone: ​​take a taxi to your residence! You may receive some invitations, all of which are innocent, that doesn’t accept any of these from strangers.

Visitors to Egypt must obtain a visa from one of the Egyptian diplomatic missions or apply and pay online for one month's visa to Egypt through Egypt E-Visa Portal. A valid Passport with 6 months validity beyond your travel schedule is a must, for visitors from Australia, Canada, Croatia, European Union, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Macedonia, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Serbia, Ukraine, United Kingdom, and the United States can purchase a one month visa upon arrival.
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