Cairo
Pyramid plateau, Khan el-Khalil bazaar and Nile evening feluccas.
Overview
Cairo is the pharaonic heart of the Middle East, where the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx rise from the desert plateau. The Egyptian Museum's golden treasures, the Islamic Cairo's mosques and the Khan el-Khalil bazaar's spice stalls create an overwhelming sensory journey.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit
October to April for milder temperatures; March to May and October are ideal.
How to get there
Cairo International Airport (CAI) is 20 km northeast with connections across Africa, Europe and the Middle East.
Getting around
The metro covers the core; taxis and ride-hailing supplement; the Nile ferries connect downtown to Zamalek.
Travel budget
Three-star hotels USD 40-90/night; a koshari street meal USD 1-3; a Nile dinner cruise USD 10-20.
Safety
Take standard precautions; stay aware in crowded bazaar areas.
Visa information
Visa on arrival for most nationalities; eVisa available.
Internet & eSIM
Orange and Vodafone eSIMs offer 4G in central Cairo.
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