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Cheap Holidays to Egypt - One of Africa's most beautiful countries and one of the most popular too! Rich with culture, history, wonderful weather, and sights to take your breath away. Right next to Egypt is the mediterranean sea, perfect for an Egypt holiday break! Some of the most visited places include the River Nile, Cairo, Alexandria, etc.

Egypt holiday makers often want to see part of it's past civilisation and are in awe when they see monuments created eons ago - such as The Giza Pyramid complex, and of course, The Great Sphinx. The Karnac Temple situated in Luxor along with the Valley of the Kings.

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The biggest cities of Egypt are Alexandria, Aswan, Asyut, Cairo, El-Mahalla El-Kubra, Giza, Pyramid of Khufu, Hurghada, Luxor, Kom Ombo, Port Safaga, Port Said, Sharm el Sheikh, Suez, where the Suez Canal is located, Zagazig, and Al-Minya.

Weather for an Egyptian Holiday?

In summer the weather will vary from 27°C to 32°C on average. The winter months will see an average of 13°C to 21°C.

Hotels in Egypt

Depending on where you're going to be staying in Egypt there are several hotels to choose from

Holidays to Egypt - Browse A Map of Egypt

Map of Egypt

Travel to Egypt by Plane?

You may arrive at one of seven international Egyptian airports in Egypt:

Cairo International Airport: Most likely to arrive on this one - Egypt Air operates from here.
Hurghada International Airport
Luxor International Airport
Burg Al-Arab International Airport
Alexandria Nozha
Aswan International Airport
Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport

Getting around once you're in Egypt

You can hire a car, take a bus or a train, and of course a taxi! If you were thinking of renting a car while on your Egypt holidays, you'll be pleased to hear that unlike the UK, Egypts' petrol prices are much cheaper!

Taxis: Taxis in Cairo are black and white - Luxor: blue and white. Make sure they are not fake taxis from their stamps on windows/dashboard. Tip: Taxi meters in Egypt are not used! The fare is usually stated when you get in the Taxi - do make sure this is pre-agreed before you get going in the Taxi. You can always ask at your hotel for fare prices.

There's a new taxi line of yellow cabs being introduced - so you can't miss them - they're air-conditioned too and have meters that work! Take note of this number you can call to order a taxi when in Egypt - 16516

Trains: You can buy tickets directly at the station but ensure you join the correct queue - they will be different depending on which class you wish to ride in, and where you want to go. If in doubt ask a local as they are usually very helpful. You can also have a travel agent buy them for you, incase you're worried about any confusion!

Buses: There are many famous and popular bus routes operated by more than one bus company (about seven) which run to all the popular destinations and long-distance as well.

Egyptian currency while on holiday! The Egyptian currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP or LE).

If, while on your Egyptian holidays you want to Pay by credit card please note that only the major touristy areas will accept credit cards - Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Diners Club.

Egyptian Holidays Dates to Note

The following dates will be like a bank holiday - shops and banks will be closed for the day.

The Eastern Orthothox Christmas is 7th January

Liberation Day is 25th April

Labour Day is 1st May

Revolution Day is 23rd July

Armed Forces Day is 6th October

Other useful information for Egypt Holidays seekers:

The British Embassy address in Cairo is 7 Ahmed Ragheb Street, Garden City, Cairo

Tel: (20) (2) 794 0852

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