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All visitors to Egypt must obtain a visa from one of the Egyptian diplomatic missions before entering the country or holding an Egypt eVisa. Upon entering, visitors must hold a passport that is valid for, at least, six months from the date of arrival in …

To avoid uncomfortable crowds at Egypt's most popular sites, avoid travelling in December and January as these months constitute peak tourist season. To enjoy more pleasant temperatures and better accommodation prices, visit from October to …

Hurghada International Airport, situated 5 km southwest of downtown Hurghada, offers convenient transportation options to and from the city. Taxis, available 24/7, can transport you to various destinations. For budget travellers, minibuses provide regular transportation to the city centre and other Red Sea towns, with flexible stops on demand. The journey takes about 20 …

Luxor International Airport, located 6 kilometres from the city, offers travellers various transportation options. A budget-friendly public bus service connects the airport to the city centre in approximately 15 minutes. Taxis are available from outside the terminal — be sure to agree on a price before leaving the airport. Additionally, special limousine services are …

Marsa Alam Airport is the first privately owned airport in Egypt and it is serving both international and domestic flights. Since there is no public transport from the airport, you will need to arrange a transfer with your hotel in …

To get around these cities you can either walk or order a taxi. The latter will be your best option. Mini-buses are common if you want to ride with the locals. Trains, which fall into two categories, one with air-conditioning and the other without, are ideal for travelling to nearby towns and …

Taxis are available from outside the airports, hotels and the bus and rail stations in Hurghada, Luxor and Marsa Alam. To avoid getting scammed, always agree on a price beforehand to your …

There are several post offices in the region. However, they can be a minefield if Arabic is not spoken or read. Hotels offer postal services, which is a safe option to ensure letters are sent and delivered …

Pharmacy Yosr (Luxor) Located near Karnak Open 24 hours Dr. Magdy Farouk Pharmacy (Hurghada) Mohamed Saeed Street, Hurghada Open daily …

Country code: +20 Hurghada area code: 065 Luxor area code: 095 Marsa Alam area code: …

Egypt operates on a 220V / 50Hz electrical system, with two plug types: Plug type C and F. Plug type C has two round pins, while plug type F has two round pins and two earth clips on the …