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$100 Find cheap flights from Dubai to Cairo

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Most airlines offer nonstop flights from Dubai to Cairo. However, flights with at least a single stop en route are also available. The stopover options for these flights vary depending on your airline. Gulf Air offers one-stop flights from DXB to CAI with a common layover in Manama Bahrain International Airport (BAH). Passengers flying with Kuwait Airways should expect a single stop in Kuwait City (KWI) while those flying with SAUDIA should expect a layover in Jeddah King Abdulaziz International (JED).

Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights from Dubai to Cairo?

Each passenger on a flight from Dubai to Cairo emits about 1375 kg of CO2. Gulf Air, Egypt Air, and Kuwait Airways operate some of the most sustainable flights to Cairo from Dubai. These airlines offer nonstop and one-stop flights from DXB to CAI and emit about 48%, 48%, and 41% less CO2 than most of their counterparts offering flights on the same route.

How to get to the city center from Cairo International Airport?

Cairo city center is about 13.7 miles from the airport. One of the most affordable ways to travel from the airport to the city center is by bus. You can board Bus Number 111 which runs to Shoubra and Bus Number 381 which runs to Imbaba. Both buses stop at Ramses Railway Station and take about 50min to get to downtown Cairo. The Cairo Airport Bus departs the airport every 30min and operates from 7:50 am to 6:15 pm. Getting to the city center from the airport by taxi takes around 30min. Prices and travel time depend on your destination and traffic.

How can I access the lounges at Cairo International Airport?

Cairo Airport hosts several lounges. First Class Lounge is on the First and Second Floors Airside of Terminal 1. The lounge operates 24/7 and admits accepts travelers through lounge membership programs, door payments, or lounge passes. Another First Class Lounge is on the Second Floor Airside of Terminal 3. In Terminal 2, you will find Pearl Assist Lounge and Ahlein Premium Lounge. These lounges admit travelers through lounge membership programs and prepaid lounge passes.

What is the cheapest flight from Dubai to Cairo?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dubai to Cairo was $100 for a one-way ticket and $274 for a round-trip.

Do I need a passport to fly between Dubai and Cairo?

Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Cairo from Dubai.

Which airports will I be using when flying from Dubai to Cairo?

Dubai and Cairo are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Dubai from Dubai Intl and will be arriving at Cairo.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Dubai to Cairo?

flydubai, Air Canada, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Dubai to Cairo flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dubai to Cairo?

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dubai to Cairo flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Dubai to Cairo?

Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Dubai and Cairo, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Dubai to Cairo?

There are nonstop flights from Dubai to Cairo on a daily basis.

Which is the best airline for flights from Dubai to Cairo, Emirates or Oman Air?

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dubai to Cairo are Emirates and Oman Air. With an average price for the route of $556 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Oman Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $407 and an overall rating of 8.1.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dubai to Cairo?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Dubai to Cairo.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Dubai to Cairo?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairo from Dubai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Dubai to Cairo?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cairo with an airline and back to Dubai with another airline. Booking your flights between Dubai and CAI can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dubai to Cairo?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairo from Dubai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dubai to Cairo

• Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $305 or less one-way and $473 or less round-trip.
• Cairo International Airport (CAI) has three passenger terminals, Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3. An automated passenger mover connects Terminal 1 to the Parking Garage, Air Mall, and Terminals 3 and 2.
• Passengers traveling with their kids will be happy to know that Dubai International Airport (DXB) offers a Children’s Play Area. The play area is by Gates B26 – B32 Airside of Terminal 3.
• Business travelers will be happy to know that Cairo Airport offers a Business Center. The Business Center is in the Arrivals Area of Terminal 3 and offers faxing services, photocopying, and laptop workstations.
• Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport and Premier Inn Dubai International Airport are opposite DXB’s Terminal 3. The hotels offer 24h airport shuttles that transport travelers to and from the airport for free.
• Cairo Airport hosts several banks and currency exchange agencies that provide full banking and exchange services. Commercial International Bank, Bank of Alexandria, National Bank of Egypt, and United Bank operate in the Arrivals Area of Terminal 3.

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I am going to be just factual, not bad mouthing nor complaining, but this was my experience. With 3 pieces of luggage, I was told the flight from Mumbai to Dubai was cancelled due to flood. This was told not by the airport board which still showed the regular time of departure, but general stuff at the airport. No Emirates stuff around to direct the transfer passengers of the cancelled flights. By the departure counters with crowds of people, one by one, angry, frustrated, urgent conversations were going on. No announcement were made, no postings being seen, just private conversations. I still have 5+ hours of layover, so I let more urgent people settled first. However, the fact that no communication of when, what and where I should go was very unsettling. Basically no time limit waiting means, no meal, no sleep, no step away, no planning, no change plan, no telling of the family what to do. Nobody was able to tell you anything but asked you to wait, no chair, no space, no facility to freshen up. That went on for 10+ (from 5) hour without warnings and accurate communications. Email received from Emirates asked me not to go to Dubai at all, or boarding at the time that was passed. In other words, communication were very untimely, after the fact. That created more confusion instead. After changing several of boarding time, we were given the gate # and a boarding pass. However, the boarding pass still have the original time of boarding, so again, not knowing walking 30 min in the airport to the gate would make you late or not, therefore, still dare not to eat a meal. The flight arriving to Dubai was uneventful and I gave a 4/5 rating. I just thought the layover at Dubai would just cut short from 8+ hours to 2+ hours. At Dubai airport, I saw people sleeping on cardboard, knowing, these people got stranded but they dared to sleep because they know when to board and I didn't. Or these kind of delay are just so normal that people know what to do to pass time. Then the worst service and crazy thing happened. The boarding time on board for LA and at gate A9 was clearly 8:50AM. At 8:40, surprised by not having any boarding activities, then one single staff showed up and said to a few passengers that the boarding would be delayed without a time frame. Since only a few people know, I asked another Emirates staff at another counter, who simply said basically non of his business. I was shocked with that indifferent attitude. Yet every boards I saw show the same boarding time. What kind of system failure was that to prepare delay situation! How confusing and unnecessary chaos and anger that provoke. That poor staff had to repeat himself so many times, answered questions that he had no power nor information to provide nor solved. One an only one stuff to show up for 10 min, leaving the counter non-staff with board showing 8:50AM boarding. This was purely irresponsible from top to bottom of the entire airline operation staff. What kind of leader in a service industry would allow this to happen to their customers. Without explanation, after changing 3 times the boarding times, again, means you should not go to eat a full meal, because, when you found a mob at the gate. People who were stranded for 2 days were afraid of not getting a seat with a full plane. That would not be happening if the airline provide adequate guidance to each person, instead of just having 4 staff yelling at the gate at the same time to "control" the crowd, threatening no boarding and delay boarding. Finally, I was on board, hungry and tired, not sleep for 36 hours. I was denied with a snack of fruit. By the time meal was served, it was an hour later. Half way of the trip, I felt sleep in fetus position and did not want to move, happy I finally could have some shut eyes time. However, when I got up to the bathroom, I felt very light headed. Having sleep deprived, constipated for 3 days, dehydrated, I knew it could happen since my blood pressure usually was low closed to 90/60. Any lower then that, I could have syncope. Sure enough, I was on the floor just 10 feet from my seat and 5 feet to the bathroom. However, nobody called for help. I asked for warm water and juice to hydrate, came only with cold and icy drinks which I wouldn't take. I asked for blankets, one was given. Yet my shivering, needs to cover my head and multiple requests did not hasten to take the two blankets that are at my seat 10 feet away. I waited 10 min for that. While 2-3 staff surrounded me, nobody did the vitals until after 15 min, just the spirometer only of which did not work due to my cold fingers. The first reading was 86 and oxygen was suggested. But another supervising personnel came, fussed over another reading, ignoring my comfort and needs. Seemingly the reading of spirometer was the priority. By then, no oxygen needed. I had this fainting experience before, and I knew how to help myself. However, I was not being listened to but to be told this and that. Finally, I got better and returned to seat. One kind flight attendant said she would check back with me in 15 min. She did not come back. I felt asleep in that fetus position again and this time I woke up with a bad cramp at my left leg. Yet I needed to go to bathroom, the cramp was too bad to walk. So I stepped back to seat. When I tried again the second time, the other front leg got cramp. This time I dare not move but massaged myself. For all these 5-10 min, I called for attention. Attendants passed me by because they were carried with heavy load of blankets and stuff. Nobody answered the light. Then came landing and off board. I was asked by two attendants how I felt. I smiled and said "fine".

The customer service was very poor. I didn’t get any accommodations for my cancelled flight. I was without any sleep for 36 hours.

Flight never took off. Boarded after multiple 30 minutes interval delays for hours.. then after an hour onboard, captain announce cancellation and back on the bus to the terminal with no information and everyone to fend for self.. Emirates did absolutely nothing to communicate either electronically or announcement. It’s unprecedented I know with the flood but lack of communication creates anxiety and extra pain for staff. Emirates should do better.. no supervisors monitoring floor and passengers abusing them which isn’t right but should Have had supervisors monitoring

Worst ever. No assistance and communication from Emirates crew. No visibility of when the flight is flying. Couldn’t understand if we can go to lounge to take rest. Emirates system at a certain point said flight is not operating and suggested to take the next flight and in few minutes it suddenly opened the gate for boarding. unsupportive and rude crew. Worst experience ever. Flight was delayed by 5 hours so need the compensation for that.

The customers before boarding the plane from Dubai was HORRENDOUS. The entire Emirates staff had a stick up their bum. The guy at the check in booth was rude. I don’t understand.

Not that good The crew in the plane were rim professional & almost lost in their work distribution

No entertainment u less you pay. Wish there were some free movies

Didn’t like it at all. Cabin crew unfriendly. Very bad experience.

Food is really bad, not to the Emirates standards. Coming out of Houston airport is very confusing,

Service needs to improve. Air hostess do not register flyers request and we need to keep on repeating our request to them on multiple occasions

This booking was as a result of stolen identity and hacking my debit account. I reported it to my bank. The thief tried to book two flights, maybe more. Hopefully, Kayak will be able to block fraudulent bookings and charges better in the future.

Entertainment on all 4 business class seats were terrible audio and could barley hear. The 11 hour layover in Riyadh was a nightmare and no one told us that nightmare matter what we do or what we were willing to pay there were no places to rest or sleep and nine of the lounges allow you to enter them no matter what unless you are 4 hours or less from flight time. With a 78 yearold mother with me this is ridiculous. The employees of the airline in Riyadh and of the lounge treated us like servants or lower class people. Never again

J’ai mon carte de fidélité Sky team gold À Dubaï je me sui présenté avec mon carte je sui rentré dans le louange Maintenant arrivé à Riyadh on m’a refusé que je rentre que parce que c’est la carte de Air France Et pourtant il y’a le partenariat bon brefs Tout ça c’est du racisme parce que je suis un africain

Food could be better. Bread should be warm served with butter. Bread quality is bad and cold served.

Entertainment for non Arabic speakers is very limited. Seats were comfortable. Seat map while booking showed 2-2-2 config, but the flight had 1-2-1..

The seats’ reclined like premium economy seats, ie, not much.. but leg space was a lot l, so it did not feel cramped. Crew was very friendly and helpful.

Route from DC was ok nothing special or bad From Jeddah to cairo horrible First flight got delayed by 3 hours no explanation so what ever Arrived in cairo to find lock on my bag Saudia crew in cairo didn’t know who did could not open had to break my bag zipper to open my luggage

Flight was delayed, but there was no explanation why. Seats were comfortable and service was good. Food was good and there were more snacks than I expected.

The best way to fly is saudia airlines flight Every thing is better (Number one 🫶) Thank you

My baggage was not with the same flight I travelled

I have been traveling for over 30 years, and this was THE worst experience ever. The guy that was checking in at Dubai, didn’t have any professionalism or curtesy. During the flight, You had to wait a while just to get something to drink. They didn’t transfer all my luggage, even after they made me pay $155 extra for one small gallon of Zamzam water, and that luggage is still missing after three days of my arrival. NEVER AGAIN..,

The flight was cancelled with very little info at the airport. Absolutely mess with no option to reschedule flights without paying fortune for business class.

Despite paying business class, the angle seat was uncomfortable. The crew was just ok. The baggage checkin was a mess at JNB.

The seats were broken, crew didn’t really care about service, boarding was not priority for business class, my bags arrived last

Comfortable flight with decent legroom and good seats. The crew were helpful and courteous and managed well with the stressful boarding and the chaos that’s involved. The food was decent, more than expected from a short flight like this. The only reservation I have was that the crew allowed passengers to board With massive amounts of hand luggage which were piled up on the empty seats next to passengers and and it was a risk to all passengers in the case of turbulence or emergency landing. I’ve never seen this ever on any flights I have boarded with many other airlines.

Flight was supposed to take off Saturday at noon. Bumped for unknown reasons until 2 am, then 9 am, then noon, then we don’t know. Not weather related. Dismal and non existent customer service. No 24/7 relations. Couldn’t get my bag back to attempt to get on another flight until 5pm Saturday. Will never take this airline again!

Greater clarity in organizing line-ups for the various boarding groups would have made it easier for all. Due to the many children, the announcements could not be heard clearly enough, so a simplicity in organization would have helped.

I had a great experience with EGYPTAIR. They offered me to check in my handbag which made it very easy since I use a cane. Thank you to EGYPTAIR crew for making sure everyone is receiving the right services.

Next time im going to use Kuwait air lines, hopefully

Comfortable seats. Be aware there is no alcohol on this airline.

Seats were comfortable. Be aware there is no alcohol on this airline.

Every thing was very food except the meal. It was a sandwich of something like a beef kebab. It was really bad in terms of hardness as well as taste. We were a family of 7 persons non of us could eat it his sandwich. Cake was good.

It was very nice flight only suggestions to upload recent videos and English subtitles. Thanks

Wheelchair service is not available right away on Kuwait Airways

Everybody was so nice to treat me good all the workers When I came to Bangladesh there was just a little problem with the luggage but I got my luggage it took like two hours Other than that everything is good

Food quality should be upgrade. Plastic spoons looks like not good as well as food quality not up to the mark.

Everything was great specially the seats was comfortable even I was in the economy and the food was really Great👍

Not much on entertainment, food was good but not delicious, flight was on time

Liked the staff attitude. More items in inflight duty free will be better.

Personal touch is always there. I would recommend offering entertainment for free.

There wasn't any announcement for boarding neither on the screen, it was written " Go to gate". I walked out of the lounge by chance then found the employee asked me what is my destination, when I told him he said: you are the last passenger 😳.

There are no seats while waiting for the gate. They sell tea and coffee, all airlines this is free except Jazera airline. Boarding is very bad, we stood outside eating for the main gate to open, children and seniors were setting on the floor ( dirty) for an hour and half

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Everything you need to know about travelling to Egypt from UAE

• Reasons to Visit
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Have you always wanted to spend a vacation in the Land of the Pharaohs? This historic country is located just a short four-hour flight from the United Arab Emirates and has long since established a reputation for being a budget-friendly holiday destination. So, continue reading as we list down tips for travel from the UAE to Egypt.

Why visit Egypt?

Modern vibrancy along with its rich and storied history attracts thousands of visitors to Egypt every year. Iconic attractions such as the Great Pyramids of Giza and Luxor’s the Valley of the Kings continue to mesmerise tourists to this day.

However, there is so much more to Egypt than just historic monuments. Aside from being amongst the oldest civilisations on the planet, the country is home to miles of pristine beaches, underwater wonders and rich culture. Additionally, Egypt is known for therapeutic tourism, which has long been popular thanks to the many natural hot springs in the country.

Visa for Egypt for UAE citizens

UAE passport holders can apply for an e-visa via the official website. The fee for a single-entry tourist visa is AED 91. For a multiple-entry visa, you will have to pay AED 220.

Upon arrival you will need to show the following documents:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
• E-Visa printout
• Supporting letter e.g. letter from a company or invitation letter for business/family visits.
• Travel itinerary
• Hotel bookings/details about places to visit if going as a tourist.

Visa for Egypt for UAE residents

Egypt offers e-visa to passport holders from over 70 countries. Visit the official website to check if you belong to this group.

If you are not from a country present on the list, the alternative is to apply for a visa at the Consulate General in Dubai or Embassy in the capital. Here is the list of documents required:

• Filled visa application form with one photo stapled to the form (You can find the form via the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs Egypt website).
• Copy of the completed application form with a photo.
• A 2″ x 2″, recent personal passport photo on white background.
• Original passport plus   two copies of the information page.
• Two photocopies of round-trip ticket or confirmed itinerary.

The fee for visa is AED 210 and the process takes 3 to 4 working days.

Ticket Booking and Hotels

You can book a direct flight from Dubai International Airport to Cairo via Emirates Airlines. Flydubai also travels from Dubai to the Egyptian city of Alexandria. Furthermore, Air Arabia is another service where you can presently book an airline seat for direct travel from Abu Dhabi to Cairo. Remember, if you book UAE to Egypt flights well in advance, you are likely to get a cheaper ticket.

Some airlines offer tour packages and hotel deals as part of their services. Visit their official websites to get the most value for your trip. The best travel agency in Dubai can also help you find more options in terms of Egypt tour packages from the UAE.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the egyptian embassy in abu dhabi and consulate general in dubai located.

Their locations are:

• Egyptian Embassy: Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Street (Old Airport Road), Abu Dhabi.
• Consulate General: Street #6, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road, Ummu Hurair 1, Consulate Area, Bur Dubai, Dubai

Where can I travel visa-free from the UAE?

If you’d rather not go through the legalities involved in entering a foreign nation, you will be glad to know that several destinations can accommodate you. The list of visa-free countries for UAE residents includes Sri Lanka, Maldives and more.

That concludes our guide on travel from the UAE to Egypt. You can also consider European countries. For instance, travelling from the UAE to Greece can be a good option. There are some other affordable getaways from Dubai that are worth researching.

Those who prefer to keep tours closer to home should definitely consider trips to Khasab from the UAE . An alternative can be a trip from Salalah in Oman from Dubai . 

For more updates on the latest travel information and attractions in the United Arab Emirates, stay tuned to MyBayut. 

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Travel advisory july 13, 2023, egypt - level 3: reconsider travel.

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Reconsider travel to Egypt due to  terrorism . Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to  the Embassy’s limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained.

Do not travel to:

• The Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) due to  terrorism .
• The Western Desert due to  terrorism .
• Egyptian border areas due to  military zones .

Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting attacks in Egypt. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, and have targeted diplomatic facilities, tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, western businesses, restaurants, resorts, and local government facilities. Terrorists have conducted attacks in urban areas, including in Cairo, despite the heavy security presence. Terrorists have targeted religious sites, to include mosques, churches, monasteries, and buses traveling to these locations.

Due to risks to civil aviation operating within or in the vicinity of Egypt, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) and/or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). For more information U.S. citizens should consult the  Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices .

Local law prohibits protesting or demonstrating without a permit. Being near anti-government protests can draw scrutiny from Egyptian police and security forces. U.S. citizens have been detained for participating in protests and for posting content on social media perceived as critical of Egypt or its allies.

The U.S. Embassy may have a limited ability to provide consular services to dual U.S.-Egyptian citizens. Egyptian law considers dual citizens to be Egyptian citizens.

Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Egypt.

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• Stay alert in locations frequented by Westerners.
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General Tips

Always wear comfortable shoes.

Buy a local SIM card.

Carry some of the currency of Egypt is the Egyptian pound.

Learn some Arabic words like Shokran, Mn Fadlak.

Try the famous Egyptian food like Ful & Ta’meya.

Stay Hydrated at all times especially during the summer in Egypt.

Friday and Saturday are the official holidays in Egypt.

The metro is one of the fastest ways to travel within Cairo.

Keep a tour Guide by your side to fully enjoy your time in Egypt.

General Highlights

Explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx.

Shop at Khan El Khalili Bazaar enchanting markets in old Cairo.

Behold the holy Islamic & Coptic attractions in Old Cairo.

Feel the grandeur of Luxor within its majestic temples & tombs.

Rediscover the captivating wonders of the Egyptian Museum.

Witness the great Philae and Abu Simbel temples in Aswan.

Board a soulful Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan or vice versa.

Discover the Natural Allure of Egyptian oases like Siwa or Bahariya.

Swim, Dive, and snorkel in Hurghada or cities situated on the Red Sea.

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Tour Name: 5 Days Tour of Group Witnessing Egypt’s Jewels

Experience Date: 18 May, 2024

My fiancé and I booked a private 5 day tour of Egypt with ETP starting in Cairo followed Read More by Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor. We just got home and continue to talk about how amazing the trip was. The communication with ETP was excellent. Very fast responses and they are very accommodating. Our tour was nonstop which was okay by us as we wanted to see all the sights in 4 days. Read Less

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This was the trip of a lifetime that I was able to have with my eldest son - an absolutely Read More amazing experience. To be able to actually see the places and artifacts that I had read about and studied was truly phenomenal. Our hotels were great, the travel to and from sites was completely taken care of, we never felt unsafe or left to our own devices, and the itinerary was just right. But what made the experience so fab was our two guides - Mahmoud Nour in Luxor/Aswan/Abu Simbel and "Max" in Cairo/Memphis/Saqqara. They taught us history and context as it related to each site we visited and they indulged my myriad questions. They were both so incredibly knowledgeable and my questions were never ignored or unanswered. In addition, they shared their culture with us and treated us to some awesome dining experiences. We were reminded that Egypt is more than just ancient ruins. I would recommend without reservation this tour experience. And "hats off" to Mahmoud and Max!!! I left feeling like I had made some great new friends. And I can't wait to try some home-made kushari. Read Less

L Joe Smith

Tour Name: Experience Egypt in 9 Days

Egypt Tours Portal is an excellent company to use to arrange your visit to Egypt. They wor Read More k with phenomenal guides (we had Mahmoud Nour in Upper Egypt and Mohsen aka Max in Lower Egypt...I would recommend asking for these guides by name, as they were truly superb), make all the necessary arrangements in terms of drivers, covid testing, hotels, and in-country flights, and can tailor your tour to whatever it is you most want to see. The entire experience was smooth from start to finish. Both Mahmoud and Max spoke excellent English, were extremely knowledgeable, and went out of their way to ensure our experience was everything we hoped it would be. This was the second time I have used ETP, and I will continue to recommend them to anyone who expresses any interest in exploring Egypt. We especially liked that our tour group was limited to only our party, which meant we got one-on-one attention at all the sites, and allowed us to get answers to all our questions. And for those of you who are worried about safety or health in Egypt, in our experience it was extremely safe, and we never had any issues related to COVID-19. Cannot recommend Egypt Tours Portal enough. Choose them, you won't regret it. Read Less

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It was an absolutely amazing trip where we saw some of the most historical and beautiful s Read More ights in Egypt. Our tour guide Mohamed Elshemei was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating to our needs Read Less

Tour Name: 5 Days Nile River Cruise Luxor to Aswan

Highly recommend this tour company!!! Our guides, Moses, Mahmoud, Magred and Mohamed were Read More exceptional, their knowledge of the history is more that accurate, they are also very patient!! For the price and all the attractions, the Nile cruise and the included meals.....well worth it!!! It is a very busy tour, but well worth it!!! Read Less

This review is a late, but I had to provide some feedback. My brother and I went on vacati Read More on in October 2022 and booked with Egypt Tours Portal. With on-line scams on-going, I was a little wary at first. BUT, the experience was amazing. Personal guides and drivers, lodging, food was amazing and perfect. The guides were very knowledgeable, but more importantly PASSIONATE about their job and culture. They went out of their way to take care of us. If you happen to get Zeze or Marianne, you have gotten the best. Read Less

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Frequently asked questions, how does dubai differ from egypt.

Dubai is a new city that acts like a massive arcade filled with every means of entertainment but it can't offer what Egypt has of ancient attractions, monuments, and artifacts from thousands of years ago. Egypt is the home to the most enchanting and complete cultural adventure to one of the oldest civilization on the globe.

What Is the Most Ideal Tour Package for A Traveler from Dubai?

There are two types of tour packages in Egypt, there are the budget tour packages for the traveler who desire not to waste any of their money and there are the luxury tour packages for those who want to enjoy all the bells and whistles.

What Are the Finest Destinations to Visit in Egypt?

The entire country of Egypt deserve to be explored with its every heavenly detail but there are places that must be seen before any other such as the breathtaking Hurghada's red sea, The wonders of Cairo the pyramids of Giza, the great sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the wonders of Luxor like Valley of the Kings, Karnak & Hatshepsut temple and the wonders of Aswan such as Abu Simbel temples, Philea temple, Unfinished obelisk and The Wonders of Alexandria like Qaitbat Citadel, Pompey's Pillar and Alexandria Library. Read more about the best places to visit in Egypt .

What Are Egypt's Visa Requirements?

If you want to apply for a Visa On Arrival that lasts for 30 days then you should be one of the eligible countries, have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining and pay 25$ USD in cash, as for the E-Visa for 30 day you should have a valid passport for at least 8 months, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee then print the e-visa to later be presented to the airport border guard. You could also be one of the lucky ones who can obtain a free visa for 90 days. Read more about Egypt travel visa .

What Is the Top Traditional Egyptian Food?

Egypt has a variety of delicious cuisines but we recommend “Ful & Ta’meya (Fava Beans and Falafel)”, Mulukhiya, “Koshary”, a traditional Egyptian pasta dish, and Kebab & Kofta, the Egyptian traditional meat dish.

What is the Best Time to Visit Egypt?

The best time to travel to Egypt is during the winter from September to April as the climate becomes a little tropical accompanied by a magical atmosphere of warm weather with a winter breeze. You will be notified in the week of your trip if the Climate is unsafe and if any changes have been made.

What to Pack for Your Egypt Tour?

You should pack everything you could ever need in a small bag so you could move easily between your destinations.

Why Book With "Egypt Tours Portal"?

We have been creating the finest vacations for more than 20 years around the most majestic destinations in Egypt. Our staff consists of the best operators, guides and drivers who dedicate all of their time & effort to make you have the perfect vacation. All of our tours are customized by Travel, Financial & Time consultants to fit your every possible need during your vacation. It doesn't go without saying that your safety and comfort are our main priority and all of our resources will be directed to provide the finest atmosphere until you return home.

Is it Safe to Travel to Egypt?

You will feel safe in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is quite peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt. Read more about is it safe to travel to Egypt .

What to Wear While in Egypt?

Wear whatever feels right and comfortable. It is advised to wear something light and comfortable footwear like a closed-toe shoe to sustain the terrain of Egypt. Put on sun block during your time in Egypt in the summer to protect yourself from the sun.

What are the Best Activities to Do in Egypt?

The best activity is by far boarding a Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan or Vise Versa. Witness the beauty of Egypt from a hot balloon or a plane and try all the delicious Egyptian cuisines and drinks plus shopping in old Cairo. Explore the allure and wonders of the red sea in the magical city resorts of Egypt like Hurghada and many more by diving and snorkeling in the marine life or Hurghada. Behold the mesmerizing western desert by a safari trip under the heavenly Egyptian skies.

What are Egypt Festival and Public Holidays?

There are a lot of public holidays in Egypt too many to count either religious or nation, the most important festivals are the holy month of Ramadan which ends with Eid Al Fitr, Christmas and new years eve. Read more about festivals & publich holidays in Egypt .

What are Special Advice for Foreign Women in Egypt?

Egypt is considered to be one of the most liberal Islamic countries but it has become a little bit conservative in the last couple of decades so it is advised to avoid showing your chest, shoulders or legs below the knees.

What are the Official Languages of Egypt?

Arabic is the official language and Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand English or at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Professional tour guides, who work in the tourism sector, are equipped to handle visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of all our clients.

What is the Transportation in Egypt?

The fastest way is a car, of course, a taxi. If you are in Cairo ride a white taxi to move faster or you could board the fastest way of transportation in Egypt metro if the roads are in rush hour.

What is the Weather is Like?

The temperature in Egypt ranges from 37c to 14 c. Summer in Egypt is somehow hot but sometimes it becomes cold at night and winter is cool and mild. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5 °C in the wintertime to 23 °C in the summertime and the average high temperatures vary from 17 °C in the wintertime to 32 °C in the summertime. The temperature is moderate all along the coasts.

What are the Reasons That Make You Visit Egypt?

It is the home of everything a traveler might be looking for from amazing historical sites dating to more than 4000 years to enchanting city resorts & beaches. You will live the vacation you deserve as Egypt has everything you could possibly imagine.

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Dubai is 11 km from the centre of Dubai.

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The IFE was unstable the entire flight seats are very dated for business class and meals were not good.

Flight was delayed and no information was provided what was new time Change gate 3 times at Madina airport First gate was 113 Second gate was 204 And last gate was 113 again

Emirates is always great experience, however, they should reopen their lounge in Istanbul. The IGA lounge is not worth it

I liked everything accept the delay try to improve in that area

Same problem with very poor food. Gluten free options can taste great, there is not reason to be give suboptimal meals in this situation.

Flights were both delayed. No luggage on arrival for the whole plane and no contact since submitting a PIR.

Flight got canceled without any prior information and it caused lot of trouble

Nice selection of movies and TV shows. Plane was generally nice, not the newest but nice nonetheless. However, Emirates should have cancelled the flight, as hardly any flights flew out of Dubai at the time. Flight delays and cancellation was poorly communicated and passengers were left guessing and to their own devices on what to do. Connection desks were staffed too thinly, there was one desk with more than a hundred clients and just one poor lady. When I had my flights rebooked, I was told meal vouchers can be scanned using my boarding pass, nope. Was told to comeback for my hotel voucher, none. Had to book my hotel voucher the usual way through Dubai Connect despite having been told twice to comeback to the counters twice.

On the Dubai-Gatwick flight the only meal options were Beef or Chicken. No vegetarian option. This was a surprise. I would usually order in advance but did not this time. Would have been good to know that a vegetarian meal is not available as a standard meal. Thankfully it was just me travelling, but if I’d had my kids with me that would have been a big problem for us.

My Experience was ok. But the gentleman next to me vaped the whole flight and the attendants did nothing, whether they were aware, I’m not sure.

Boarding was a nightmare. Still the B773s don’t have WIFI and are a something from the 90s in terms of comfort.

Cairo airport has probably the most stressful and overcomplicated security system in the world. Can't really blame Egypt Airlines.

The flight was cancelled with very little info at the airport. Absolutely mess with no option to reschedule flights without paying fortune for business class.

On time, smooth flight… very old and run down aircraft

I had 1:50 hrs to change planes in Cairo and my suitcase was delayed from Cairo to Casablanca. I was one of several passengers that faced this issue coming from various locations into Cairo and onwards to Casablanca, with a transit time of two hours or less. (I was told 16 suitcases were delayed). The transit time of 1:50 hrs is obviously not enough for EgyptAir to transfer baggage, why sell tickets with such short transfer time if they can't handle it? Moreover, they would not reimburse me for expenses I incurred because of delayed luggage. I will not be taking EgyptAir again.

Comfortable flight, departed and landed on time, crew were polite and courteous. The food was really good considering it was an aeroplane meal. I would travel on Egypt Air, again

Chaotic boarding began 5 minutes before departure without any announcements explaining the delay. Once on board, an outdated 737 greeted me, without of WiFi. The crew hastily placed trays in front of passengers without any interaction or smiles, only to swiftly retrieve them and vanish for the remainder of the flight. The food provided was inedible, but there were decent juice options like guava and strawberry. The only reason I chose this flight was because of its schedule; otherwise, I would have opted for a different airline.

The bathroms were disgusting by the end of the fight.

The crew in Business class for me departure and return were very pushy and rude. They would place the food in front of you and majority of the time remove your meal and toss it without asking if you were done. At one point on the return flight one of them crew members completely missed my sister and when I told another crew member who told that person in their language, she got an attitude and didn't offer her some of the other options they had like yogurt. They need to also take into account that not everyone can eat nuts and that shouldn't be on everyone's plate. Also the plane is dirty! I had to thoroughly wipe down every inch of my area and it was just nasty. The reclining seat struggled to fully extend. For the amount of money I paid for business class I expected better.

Too difficult to indicate and receive vegetarian food. And staff was rude about it. Other passengers felt sorry for me.

1st time with. Etihad Airways and it was amazing from check in to crew. Great flight.

It has been a couple of years since I flew with Etihad last, after having a unpleasant experience with them coming out of the pandemic. I can say that the experience has uplifted, but I can’t really rate the service. At Barcelona airport the service was great, with their dedicated Etihad staff very helpful. The onboard experience wasn’t great, not very personalised and it really makes sense why Etihad doesn’t feature in the top 10 2023 Skytrax awards. The crew just seemed to be inattentive and almost absent from the cabin. I felt that I had to keep getting their attention. Even after I’d finished my meal, an hour went by before I had to call them to clear the tray/plate etc.

Crew were very polite and quicker in service. Excellent cooling, comfortable seats and tasty food served

In my opinion, Etihad Airways is a first rate airline except for one important element. On the day before my return flights, when I chose my seats on the Etihad website I was charged an additional $55 (US) in order to sit on the aisle. I was not at all happy about this additional "hidden" charge and I felt cheated.

The staff was kind and polite, but it was very very hot and no ways to have some fresh air.it would be also be nice to have more time to sleep, since it was a night flight

My wife and I were upgraded to Business Class on our Dublin-Abu-Dhabi flight on the 22nd of January. Being served by "Mariyan" (not too sure about her name, she's from Tunisia) was the real highlight of our flight, she deserves to be working with etihad. We are looking forward to the next upgrade as we are flying back to Dublin on February 01, 2024. If I am not mistaken we have just reached GOLD status as Etihad Guests.

Eine Toilette der Business Class war gesperrt und somit nicht benutzbar.

One thing is very important is you people not giving seat arrangement together to couple, senior citizen. You have to take care of senior citizen. Do not look about money. Money is not important everywhere. Make relationship strong is very very important. I like Etiyad air line out of all air line. Food was hot and delicious. Air hostess gave very good service, nice attitude, very good behaviour. I gave 10 out of 10 marks. Thanks Jivraj

I WOULD ADVISE NOT TO BOOK YOUR FLIGHT ON KAYAK. THEY SHOW BETTER FARES AND AFTER I BOOKED MINE, I FIND OUT THAT IT DID NOT INCLUDE LUGGAGE. i HAD TO PAY $800 TO CHECK IN MY BAGS.

Entertainment did not work from flight from Abu Dhabi to Kolkata. Emirates has a much better flight in that sector.

Liked the staff attitude. More items in inflight duty free will be better.

Personal touch is always there. I would recommend offering entertainment for free.

There wasn't any announcement for boarding neither on the screen, it was written " Go to gate". I walked out of the lounge by chance then found the employee asked me what is my destination, when I told him he said: you are the last passenger 😳.

There are no seats while waiting for the gate. They sell tea and coffee, all airlines this is free except Jazera airline. Boarding is very bad, we stood outside eating for the main gate to open, children and seniors were setting on the floor ( dirty) for an hour and half

The Plane was very small.. domestic route will perfect not international

If I have a choice I would not use this airline. They moved by booking to Smart Wings, an airline they code share with. Changing terminals in buses and dealing with some of the staff associated with it is not the best experience. Having stated that I must share that the crew of Smart Wings airlines was polite.

Consider serving food to all passengers regardless of food reservation status during booking.

This was a smartwings operated flight. Flydubai is no longer value for money. Their prices are as high as emirates whereas delays, services and overall quality is as low as any other low cost carrier.

The only highlight on this flight was the taste of the food, which was surprisingly good. Everything else was below average, and the cabin crew service especially stood out for being slow and inattentive. We were surrounded by toddlers/babies and it made our 4 hour flight feel like 10 hours. Granted, that's not the airline's fault, but it added to the overall subpar experience.

Second-row economy doesn't have leg space if you are 6 feet

מלון חבל על הזמן השאר יום יומיים סבבה אבל בחוץ חום כלבים

Very helpful and welcoming crew, good food in fair quantities, enough space for the legs. Surprisingly good quality for a "lowcoster".

Boarding was almost an hour late but there was no communication. Cabin crew did nothing to ensure people kept masks on and even with seat belt sign on people were wondering around the plane.

Take too much time to get cpnnection flight. Did not get enough time toget refresh even for going rest room it is not enough time. For wheelchaor person like me face too much trouble. Idont wish to go next time in emirat and fly dubai. Not sugest any senior citizon to fly with this.

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How to plan the ultimate adventure in Egypt, from Cairo to the Red Sea

Feluccas drifting down the River Nile, ancient wonders found in dusty temples, warm waters filled with tropical fish: Egypt remains one of the world’s most atmospheric destinations.

With millennia-old pyramids, hallowed temples and intricately painted tombs worthy of an art gallery, Egypt has a mindboggling amount of history on show. Some of the first threads of human civilisation started here over 5,000 years ago, and Egyptians still call their country umm al dunya — mother of the world.

Egypt offers the opportunity to time-travel like few other places. The past seems to keep careful watch over the present. The Pyramids of Giza — the last survivor of the original seven wonders of the ancient world — overlook cacophonous Cairo , the third-largest metropolis in Africa and the biggest in the Middle East. South along the River Nile, a temple built more than 3,400 years ago stands in the centre of the modern city of Luxor, which was once ancient Thebes.

The Nile flows through the hearts of most of Egypt’s major cities. This blue-green ribbon keeps the ever-encroaching biscuit-coloured desert at bay, coaxing lush plant life amid the Saharan sands. Fly in a hot-air balloon over the west bank of Luxor to see just how abruptly the desert reasserts its dominance over riverbanks lined with date palms and green grasses. Or travel like royalty, following in the footsteps of legendary pharaohs and their armies and merchants, on a scenic multi-day cruise along the Nile, making the temples and tombs between riverside Luxor and Aswan easily accessible.

( A practical guide to travelling in Egypt. )

Egypt’s extensive pharaonic history takes centre stage for most travellers, but even more adventure awaits on a different waterfront, to the east along the Red Sea in the Sinai Peninsula. The three Abrahamic faiths — Christianity, Islam and Judaism — put great credence in stories said to have unfolded in the mountains of the Sinai. Most famously, Moses is supposed to have received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai, and listened to God at the burning bush, where he was instructed to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.

These high peaks make a stunning backdrop for surfacing snorkellers and for scuba divers returning from explorations of the Red Sea. Beneath the water’s surface, a bountiful aquarium of sea turtles, sharks and neon-bright fish dart around flourishing coral reefs that sprout along the sea floor and scale the vertical walls. Witnessing the wildlife of the Red Sea is one of the world’s great underwater experiences, and pairing it with a Nile cruise allows travellers to experience the broad range of Egyptian adventures.

Itinerary 1: The Nile Valley

Start point: Cairo End point: Abu Simbel Distance travelled: 725 miles Average length: 10 days

Herodotus, the 5th-century BCE Greek historian, famously called Egypt the ‘gift of the Nile’, but perhaps that description doesn’t go far enough. Egypt would be almost nothing without it. The river, the longest in the world, isn’t simply a watery artery stretching nearly 1,000 miles across the length of the country — it’s a genuine lifeline, and one of the world’s earliest civilisations wouldn’t have started here without its life-giving properties.

Ancient Egypt’s major temples and cities were located along the Nile’s fertile banks, called Kemet (‘the black land’) by its inhabitants. The fact that the river flows from south to north was key to the Egyptians’ worldview, with its focus on the daily journey of the sun between the horizons. The desert fringes on the Nile’s west bank — symbolically associated with the land of the dead — are where you’ll find most of the country’s tombs and pyramids. The ancient Egyptian idea of paradise, the ‘Field of Reeds’, was but a heavenly version of the real-life abundance of greenery along the Nile. Today, some 95% of Egyptians still live within a few miles of the water.

This itinerary, following the Nile’s course upriver on a boat cruise, has been travelled since the days of the pharaohs, and it remains the most popular way to explore Egypt, hitting all of the country’s major historic sites. To escape the crowds, slow down — linger longer in Luxor, dig deeper in Cairo and relax in Aswan. Egypt hides many more treasures beyond the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings for travellers who take the time to seek them out.

Highlights along the Nile Valley

1. Cairo Dive into Egypt’s chaotic capital. The Pyramids of Giza are the stars of the show, and the nearby Grand Egyptian Museum will be a blockbuster when it finally opens. For now, marvel at the 20 royal mummies at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and find the gold death mask of Tutankhamun, housed in the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square until the GEM is ready.

2. Luxor Take the train (around 10 hours, daytime or sleeper) to Luxor, built atop the ancient capital of Thebes. Big-hitters at this UNESCO site include the Luxor Temple and religious complex of Karnak, and the tombs of pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings outside town. Other nearby sites include the Ramesseum, whose giant statues inspired the poem ‘Ozymandias’, and the temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut.

3. Edfu Board a cruise boat in Luxor and spend the best part of the day sailing the Nile, with scenes of desert dunes and a shoreline punctuated with date palms unspooling outside your cabin. The standard first stop 70 miles upriver is Edfu, a tiny town with a well-preserved temple.

4. Kom Ombo The Nile crocodile takes centre stage at Kom Ombo, another 40 miles or around five hours’ sailing from Edfu. Half of the unique ‘double’ temple is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god of pharaonic power and fertility, and an intriguing museum of mummified crocodiles awaits at the end of your visit.

5. Aswan All cruises dock at Aswan, after two nights on board en route from Luxor. The Nile is at its most fascinating here. Take a felucca (small sailboat) to Gharb Soheil, a brightly painted village home to a few thousand Nubians, an Indigenous group that has lived in the region since pharaonic times. For sunset, have a drink on the terrace of the Old Cataract Hotel , made famous by Agatha Christie, who wrote part of Death on the Nile here.

6. Abu Simbel Abu Simbel sits on the shore of Lake Nasser, created by the construction of the Aswan High Dam in 1970. The temples were rescued from rising waters by moving them stone by stone to higher ground. Twice a year, the sun still illuminates the figure of Ramses II and two of the three gods in the temple’s inner sanctum.

Itinerary 2: The Red Sea & Sinai

Start point: Sharm el-Sheikh End point: Nuweiba Distance travelled: 250 miles Average length: 7 days

Egypt’s best-known body of water is a river, but the Red Sea that stretches along the country’s eastern coast guarantees some thrilling aquatic adventures of its own. Suitable for all levels of underwater explorers, from snorkellers to advanced scuba divers, the Red Sea is a technicolour dream world beneath its surface. There are a huge number of endemic fish — including species of elegant highlighter-yellow butterflyfish, neon parrotfish and shy clownfish lingering in finger-like anemones — and thriving coral reefs.

Sprawling resorts have taken up much Red Sea real estate around Sharm el-Sheikh, but the development and crowds thin out as you travel north. Just a few miles inland from the coast, Sinai’s interior reaches for the sky, a sacred land of pilgrimage and revelations still lived in by long-established Bedouin tribes. Hiking trails climb to mountain summits and wind through valleys carved with centuries of graffiti left by visitors from the Nabataeans (of Petra fame) to the Crusaders, leading to secret wild swimming pools and small waterfalls.

This itinerary hits Egypt’s superlative highs and lows — from the country’s loftiest peaks to its deepest dive sites — as it traces the eastern edge of Sinai and traverses the peninsula’s biblically connected mountains.

Highlights on the Red Sea and Sinai

1. Sharm el-Sheikh When you need a break from sun, sand and snorkelling, Sharm has a couple of worthy distractions. The Sharm el-Sheikh Museum — the only such collection on the peninsula — has a digestible assortment of artefacts that span Egypt’s history from the pharaohs to the Bedouin. At the heart of the Old Market, which, despite its name, is quite new, the Sahaba Mosque looks like it could have come from the drawing board of Gaudí, with spiralling brick columns and honeycombed minarets.

2. Ras Mohamed National Park At the southernmost tip of Sinai, Egypt’s first national park is blessed with incredible dive sites. Vertical reef walls have names that hint at the types of species scuba divers and snorkellers can see: Jackfish Alley, Eel Garden, Shark Observatory and Anemone City. Divers with advanced certifications can check the shockingly large concentration of shipwrecks and the contents that have spilled out on the sea floor. Sleep in a canvas tent on the beach within the park boundaries at Bedouin-owned Bedawi Eco Camping .

3. Dahab A chilled hangout spot for a curious mix of nomadic types — of both the digital and Bedouin varieties — Dahab is Egypt’s most laid-back destination. Whitewashed cafes draped with colourful Bedouin-style rugs line the crescent-shaped bays, where flippered snorkellers waddle past remote workers clacking away on laptops. North of town, the Blue Hole is infamous for its underwater tunnel, the Arch, which has seen a number of fatalities over the years; it is a safe and popular spot for responsible snorkelling and diving outside of that.

4. St Catherine Sacred to Christians, Jews and Muslims, the UNESCO-listed area around St Catherine’s contains the world’s oldest continuously lived-in Christian monastery, watched over by majestic mountains that are some of the tallest in the country. No matter your religious beliefs, join a night-time pilgrimage, arriving to witness sunrise from the summit of   Mt Sinai , or Jebel Musa (Mt Moses) in Arabic. Add on a day or more to walk with the local Jebeliya Bedouin through the neighbouring valleys that few outside visitors make time to see.

5. Nuweiba A small town with a laidback vibe and quiet golden beaches, one of Nuweiba’s main attractions is Dar Jan . A passion project by a couple who left the big smoke of Cairo, the nine-acre organic farm north of town is unlike elsewhere on the peninsula. Travellers can join creative workshops, including organic agriculture and outdoor survival skills, and spend artsy afternoons of pottery, meditation and mosaic-making. You can stay overnight, too.

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Explore the astounding landmarks of Egypt that continue to capture the imagination of all who visit. The Pyramids of Giza, located just outside of Cairo, understandably steal the show, but the dozens of temples, tombs, mosques and more, are more than worthy second acts.

The physical history is just part of this country’s fascination, there are also vibrant cities to visit, whilst water-based escapes beckon from a cruise on the legendary Nile River to day trips or holidays on the beaches of the Red Sea coast. Highly anticipated, a new light is set to be shone on Egypt’s fascinating history with the opening of Cairo’s The Grand Egyptian Museum – the largest museum in the world just 2km away from the iconic Great Pyramids.

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Take a trip from the busy city centre & go on an adventure to the heart o ancient Egypt with an afternoon trip to one of the Wonders of the World. Iconic & a must-see no matter how many times you have been to Cairo.

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Sail down the same river Cleopatra did so many centuries ago & experience the serenity of the Nile.

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Located in the heart of Islamic Cairo this busy & colourful open-air bazaar is filled with unique & exotic items from spices to perfumes, jewelry & souvenirs. Make sure you haggle if you intend to buy.

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The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, known commonly as the Egyptian Museum or Museum of Cairo, is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian treasures - a must-see.

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Time to Travel

The best time to visit most sights in Egypt, including the pyramids & the Valley of the Kings, or to go diving in the Red Sea, is from February to April & October to November. During these months you can enjoy comfortable weather with fewer crowds & reasonable hotel rates.

Getting Around

Private transfers in Cairo are affordable & more convenient than shared transfers as they travel directly & avoid multiple stops. Cairo does offer public transportation (Metro, bus & River bus), however these can be very crowded so for sightseeing a private car with driver, or Uber, are the best & most comfortable options for tourists.

Top Tip - YES… we’re talking about the Pyramids again!

It goes without saying that the Great Pyramid Of Giza is one of the most iconic structures on earth & a must-visit. But, did you know that it is the only remaining Wonder of the seven Ancient Wonders that is still standing? Not only that, but it is the hgihest structure on Earth built by human hands (at a truly impressive 146.7 metres) - incredible.

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Planning to travel to Egypt? 7 things you must know before booking your tickets

"Salaam aleikum. The obelisk there was transported from Luxor to Cairo. I know it because I am a history teacher. I also have a store nearby. Let me show it to you," a man who appeared seemingly harmless, said. Little did I know that my so-called short trip to this store would cost me 100 Egyptian pounds (Rs 268).

Egypt, a country known for its pyramids, mummies and infamous Nile crocodiles, is much beyond the aforementioned. During my two month-long stay in the Arab country, I witnessed the jostling markets of Cairo flooded with perfume sellers and juice kiosks, the serenity of beaches in Hurghada, party boats on the Nile (known as Feluccas), sunsets, bone-chilling peaks of Mount St. Catherine and the restaurants in Sharm El-Sheikh selling Koshary and rice pudding.   

Just in case you are planning to travel to Egypt, we have listed seven things in this article that you must keep in mind before booking your tickets. Read on.    

BEWARE OF SCAMMERS

Well, this had to be the first point considering the fact that I got scammed during the first week of my stay in Egypt. The most common trick is to invite a tourist to their store and carve their name on some wooden artifact. You will be told that it is for free. But, that's not the case, because you will be charged exponentially for the same. It is advisable to politely decline any unsolicited invite and, if need be, use my favourite words - La Shukran (no thanks in Arabic). 

LEARN SOME BASIC ARABIC WORDS AND PHRASES 

Learning numbers from 0 to 10 was really beneficial for me as most of the shopkeepers or restaurant staff do not speak in English. Here are a few words that I learnt during my trip. They are Wahed (one), Ethnein (two), Thalatha (three), Arba (four), Khamsa (five), Sabah al-khair (good morning), Shukran (thank you), Habibi (my love/friend), Yalla (let's go) and Mashi (okay).

SWEAR BY GOOGLE MAPS 

Egypt has identical streets, nooks and corners. You need to absolutely swear by Google Maps or a physical map to avoid losing your way. I stayed near Talaat Harb Square in Downtown Cairo. All the streets connecting Talaat Harb to Tahrir Square were replete with perfume sellers, juice corners and small kiosks selling all kinds of stuff. 

KEEP THE WEATHER IN MIND 

Although 96 per cent of Egypt's total area is desert, the weather in Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh is moderate. The temperature in Mount St. Catherine in Sinai could drop to sub-zero levels as well. Meanwhile, cities along the Nile, like Luxor and Aswan, offer tropical temperatures for colossal sugarcane farms to thrive. 

HIJAB IS NOT MANDATORY 

Although Islam is the dominant religion in the country, Egyptians do not enforce hijab on women. However, in the Mosque of Ibn Tulun, which is the oldest in the Egyptian capital, the staff offers all the women visitors a special wrap-around skirt which they need to wear before entering the sanctum sanctorum. Women also need to cover their heads before entering a mosque. 

WEEKENDS IN EGYPT 

Egyptians work Sunday to Thursday. Their weekend begins on Friday so as to allow people to attend Friday or Congregational prayers. 

ALCOHOL 

Although alcohol is allowed, carrying liquor bottles without a wrapper or a bag could cause legal problems. 

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From Jumeirah Zoo to Clock Tower: 10 Dubai icons that are set to get historic status

Glitzy towers and mega structures may have reshaped the emirate's skyline, but these prominent sites will always have a special place in the heart of the city.

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Several buildings that tell the story of Dubai’s past are going to be preserved as part of a project to protect the emirate's cultural and architectural heritage. The 35 buildings that will be safeguarded include the Jumeirah Zoo, Al Nasr Leisureland, Clock Tower, the Flame monument and the water tank at Al Khazzan Park.

The buildings which date back from the 1960s to the 1990s reflect Dubai's more recent architectural history and narrate the story of the historical, cultural, social, and economic transformations that Dubai has experienced.

This is the second phase of a project that aims to safeguard areas, sites and buildings, which hold significant historical relevance and tell the emirate’s journey through the years. This phase highlights the vision of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, who had shaped the city's rapid development and modernisation during that period.

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In the first phase of the project, the Dubai Municipality focused on preserving buildings from the city’s earlier historical periods.

Here are 10 of the most prominent sites that are covered in this project:

1. Jumeirah Zoo

One of the earliest zoos in the country, the Jumeirah Zoo was situated on the Jumeirah Beach Road and opened in 1967. With a handful of animals as exhibits, the zoo was small in size but a big part of the lives of many long-term UAE residents. It shut its doors in 2017 when all its inhabitants were moved to the Dubai Safari. It remains to be seen how the building will be repurposed.

2. Al Nasr Leisureland

Long before the opening of the huge ice rink at Dubai Mall, UAE residents used to flock to skate at the rink in Al Nasr Leisureland. One of the oldest entertainment centres in the country, it is where many youngsters headed to go bowling, play arcade games and swim in the 1990s. The venue also played host to many stage shows and concerts with thick carpet laid out over the ice rink. Although bigger and better entertainment centres have now popped up, Al Nasr Leisureland remains a popular hangout spot among families and youngsters.

3. Water tank at Al Khazan Park

The unique blue-and-white water tank in Al Khazan area has been a permanent fixture in the lives of many Dubai residents. Now located right across City Walk, the 40m tank and the park surrounding it was originally built in 1980. In 2012, the park was rebuilt to become the the first “zero-energy” park in the emirate.

4. Dubai Municipality Main Building

Located along the Dubai Creek close to the Union Square Metro station, the building was inaugurated by the late Queen Elizabeth II during her first visit to the UAE in 1979. The building, which has a plaque with the date February 25, 1979, on it continues to house several departments of the municipality.

5. Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Palace – Hatta

At a time when there were paved roads to Hatta, the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum built a guest house in the city. This was a place for him to relax as well as hold business meetings. A road to Hatta began being constructed in 1979 and took several years to complete.

6. Clock Tower

A long-standing landmark of Dubai, the Clock Tower was built in the 1960s. Located in Deira, it became an iconic structure that continued to fascinate residents and tourists alike. It has been rebuilt several times over the years, the last one being in 2023 when the tower received a Dh10-million facelift.

7. Jumeirah Mosque

Opened in 1979, the popular tourist attraction was a gift from the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the former Ruler of Dubai. With a style of architecture that originated from Syria and Egypt, the mosque cuts a striking figure when travelling along the Jumeirah Beach Road. With regular guided tours offered to visitors, the mosque has played a central role in fostering cultural understanding.

8. The Flame Monument

Located in the middle of the flame roundabout in Deira, the eternally burning flame was a source of wonder for most UAE residents. Lit by Sheikh Rashid in 1969 to mark the start of oil production in the emirate, it was a monument that signified prosperity. Later, when the roundabout was demolished, the monument was preserved and the flame continued to burn brightly.

9. Al Maktoum Hospital

The first hospital to be built in the UAE in 1951, Al Maktoum Hospital was a beacon of hope for both residents and expats. Although the hospital was shut down in 2009, it has played a significant role in the healthcare industry of the emirate. Now, it will be immortalised in this project.

10. Safa Park Building

For years, Dubai residents headed to one park to host their gatherings — Safa Park. Created in 1975 in the then outskirts of the emirate, Safa Park quickly became popular among residents. The park later underwent renovations, with amenities, play areas and washrooms added. In 2014, part of the park was demolished for the Canal project. To pay homage to its place in the history of Dubai, the Safa Park building will also be preserved.

Other buildings that will be maintained and protected are:

• Rashid Tower
• Dubai Petroleum Building
• Terminal 1 at Dubai International Airport
• Dubai Television Building
• Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Palace - Za'abeel
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• Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed School - Hatta\
• Za'abeel Secondary School
• Al Ras Library
• Dubai Land Department Building
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• Dubai Courts Building
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• Naif Police Station
• Emirates Post Building - Al Karama
• Emirates Golf Club
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• Rashidiya Grand Mosque
• Al Fahidi Mosque
• Health Authority Mosque
• Omar Bin Haider Mosque,
• Dubai Hospital,
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Spectator by Seema Goswami: Who’s the third world now?

There was a time when egypt or lagos were considered lawless lands. now one has to be on guard in london and paris.

I still remember the exact moment the thought occurred to me. I had just landed in Dubai, gone through immigration in a jiffy, walked to the baggage belt to see my bags already serenely coasting along on the conveyer belt, walked outside to get a car to take me to my hotel — and that’s when I had opened my phone to scroll through Twitter. And there it was: An endless stream of tweets about how people who had landed in Heathrow the same time that my plane had touched down in Dubai, were going to be stuck in the airport for hours on end because the e-gates had failed.

That’s when the thought popped into my head. The tables have truly turned, I marvelled. The First World has turned into the Third World — and vice versa.

The signs had been there for a long time. The first time I planned a trip to London post-pandemic, I was inundated with slightly intimidating advice by friends who lived in the city. One told me how her son had been held at knifepoint and divested of his laptop, watch and wallet in the heart of Belgravia. Another recounted how her husband had had his phone snatched out of his hand by a gang on Bond Street.

The stories were endless but the advice was always the same. Please leave all your valuables behind in India. Do not wear any jewellery — not even the fake kind (because, honestly, who can tell the difference?). Don’t flaunt an expensive watch. Do not carry a designer bag. Dress down as much as possible. And if, despite all these precautions, you are still the victim of a mugging, for God’s sake, don’t fight back. Just hand over your valuables and be grateful you have been spared your life.

Honestly, it sounded like the kind of advice that we were given when we were headed to the lawless streets of Lagos or the souks of Egypt. But here we were, in a situation when going to London was being treated like a trip into a zone of anarchy.

So, frightened out of my wits, I complied with all the advice. I left every expensive item I owned back at home, carried a crossbody bag that I wore underneath my jacket and kept my mobile firmly in my pocket. I came back home unscathed but a friend wasn’t quite so lucky. Sitting outside a popular pub, enjoying a pint, she felt a tug at her side and turned around to see her bag disappear, stolen by two men whizzing past on a mobike.

Contrast this to my trip to Dubai. Everywhere I went, I found people dressed to the nines, wearing flashy jewellery, expensive watches, designer handbags, without a care in the world. There were groups of women out and about till late into the night, partying without worrying about how they would get home, secure in the knowledge that they were in a safe city.

I enjoyed every moment of it. But back in my mind was the thought that I should make the most of it while I could. My next trip is to Naples and I am sure I am going to be peppered with the same kind of advice I got when I was headed to London.

Truly, the First World has turned into the Third World. And vice versa.

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Egypt: Foreign debt up $3.5bn in Q4 2023; inflation slows to 32.5% in April

Egypt promised the IMF in the March agreement it would resume tightening if necessary to prevent further weakening of its economy

Egypt ‘s foreign debt climbed by $3.5bn in the three months to the end of December, according to central bank data released on Thursday.

Total foreign debt rose to $168bn from $164.5bn at the end of September and $162.9bn at the end of December 2022.

Egypt  has quadrupled its external debt since 2015 to help fund a new capital, build infrastructure, buy weapons and support an overvalued currency.

A chronic shortage of foreign currency after the Ukraine crisis triggered an exodus of foreign investors, causing the government to seek support from the International Monetary Fund, which in March agreed to an $8bn package.

Egypt  agreed to cut back spending on large government projects as part of the package.

The foreign debt, 82.5 per cent of which was long term, was equivalent to 43 per cent of gross domestic product, the central bank said.

Egypt sees marginal drop in inflation

Egypt’s annual urban consumer price inflation rate decreased to 32.5 per cent in April from 33.3 per cent in March, slowing slightly more than analysts had expected, data from the country’s statistics agency CAPMAS showed on Thursday.

Month-on-month, prices rose by 1.1 per cent in April, up from 1 per cent in March. Food prices declined in April by 0.9 per cent, though they were 40.5 per cent higher than a year ago.

A poll of 17 analysts had expected annual inflation to dip to a median 32.8 per cent, continuing a slowing trend that started in September, when inflation reached a peak of 38.0 per cent.

The central bank has tightened its monetary policy, hiking interest rates by 600 basis on March 6, the same day it signed a $8bn financial support package with the International Monetary Fund and let the currency plummet.

Egypt promised the IMF in the March agreement it would resume tightening if necessary to prevent further erosion of the purchasing power of households.

The government last month also increased the price of a range of petrol, diesel and other fuels, part of a commitment made to the IMF.

Inflation has been elevated for the past year, driven largely by rapid growth in the money supply.

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Hurghada ranked third best nature destination in the World: TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor, one of the most famous tourist websites specializing in evaluating tourist destinations, has published a report, based on visitor experiences, that includes the best natural destinations to visit in the world, according to the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

Hurghada recognized as a top third nature destination in the world, chosen from a vast pool of eight million candidates.

The statement of the Ministry, which was published by the Egyptian government on its Facebook account, stated that TripAdvisor shed light on the water activities that visitors can enjoy during their stay in Hurghada, which include surfing, as well as the famous places that can be visited, such as the Giftun Islands and Eastern Desert.

The report explained that Hurghada’s fame is also due to the fact that it is considered one of the best places to practice diving in the world, thanks to its beautiful beaches and rich marine life with its charming coral reefs.

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