2025 Cairo Governorate Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

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| Complete Guide to In-Depth Egypt Tour. 1. Best Time to Travel Most areas of Egypt have a tropical desert climate, with dry and hot weather. The period from October to April is relatively comfortable for travel, with an average temperature of 15-25°C. This period avoids the summer heat (summer temperatures often exceed 40°C) and allows you to enjoy more pleasant weather. Whether you are trekking through the desert or visiting ancient monuments, it will be more comfortable. 2. Sightseeing - Giza Pyramid Complex: The iconic landmark of Egypt, standing in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. The contrast between the smallness of humans and the grandeur of history is striking, and the feeling of awe is indescribable. The Sphinx guards this ancient site, its mysterious face as if telling stories of the past. - Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple: Luxor is the "ancient capital" of Egypt, and the temple buildings are magnificent and spectacular. The huge stone pillars and exquisite murals all showcase the majesty of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs and the superb architecture. Karnak Temple is one of the largest ancient religious sites in the world, with 134 giant stone pillars in the hall of columns, as if taking you back to the sacrificial scene of ancient Egypt. - Aswan Dam and Philae Temple: The Aswan Dam is a modern engineering marvel, intercepting the Nile River and forming Lake Nasser. Philae Temple is an exquisite temple built on an island, attracting many tourists with its unique architectural style and romantic legends. Take a small boat to approach the temple and feel its serene beauty amidst the mountains and water. - Red Sea Coast: The Red Sea has clear and blue water, making it a paradise for divers. Here, you can dive into the sea and admire the colorful coral reefs and tropical fish, and have a close encounter with the ocean. The seaside resort also offers a variety of water activities, such as surfing and windsurfing, allowing you to fully enjoy the sunshine, sand, and sea. 🏄‍♀️ 3. Food Exploration - Kushari: Egypt's national dish, made with rice, pasta, lentils, and fried onions, served with a unique tomato sauce and chili sauce, rich in flavor and filling. - Grilled pigeon: The aroma of grilled pigeon can be smelled in the streets and alleys of Cairo. The pigeon is stuffed with spices and rice, grilled until the skin is golden and crispy, and the meat is tender and juicy. - Foul: A paste-like food made from fava beans, usually served with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and various spices, as a breakfast or snack, nutritious and delicious. - Desserts: Egyptian desserts are known for their sweetness, such as basbousa (a cake made with coarse flour, drizzled with syrup), and um ali (similar to pudding, with nuts and raisins), don't miss it if you like sweets. 4. Precautions - Respect local culture: Egypt is a Muslim country, so please respect the local religious beliefs and customs. Take off your shoes when entering a mosque, and women should pay attention to their attire and avoid wearing revealing clothing. - Sun protection and heatstroke prevention: The sun in Egypt is strong, so be sure to bring high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat. Carry heatstroke prevention medication and replenish water in time to prevent heatstroke. - Bargaining: Bargaining is common when shopping in Egyptian markets. Don't accept the merchant's first offer, but feel free to bargain. However, please be polite. - Traffic safety: Traffic conditions in Egypt are relatively chaotic, so be extra careful when traveling. If you choose to rent a car and drive yourself, be sure to familiarize yourself with the local traffic rules. When taking public transportation, be sure to keep your personal belongings safe. 🧳

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| The Egyptian Tourism Authority dazzled at the 2024 ITB China. Recently, the Egyptian Tourism Authority made a spectacular appearance at the 2024 ITB China! Amr El Kady, the director of the Egyptian Tourism Authority, was present at the event, conveying the latest Egyptian tourism information to the audience. This year, the international flights between Egypt and China will see a significant enhancement and progress. Currently, there are direct flights to Egypt from several cities in China every week, and the number of Chinese visitors to Egypt has also significantly increased. In addition, Egypt will further invest in its tourism industry, focusing on transportation networks, accommodation facilities, tourist attractions, and entertainment activities! The Egyptian Tourism Authority will also launch the 'Cairo City Roaming Plan', which not only includes in-depth tours of historical heritage but will also offer a rich cultural experience and modern urban exploration projects to meet the diverse vacation needs of different travelers. In terms of luxury hotel accommodation experiences, there will also be many innovative projects coming up. Hyatt Centric Cairo West, near the Giza Pyramids and Egypt's first art hotel, is set to open this year. The historic Tahrir Complex will be transformed into Cairo House, with a large rooftop terrace garden to look forward to. The Mandarin Oriental Shepheard Hotel, after meticulous renovation, will also make its debut! With the significant increase in ✈️ direct flights, the arrival of a series of luxury hotels 🏨, and the upcoming opening of the 🛸 Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest single-civilization museum in the world. This ancient and mysterious country will no longer be a mystery! .

Cairo, the ancient capital of Egypt from years past, is currently the largest city in the Arab countries of Africa. Upon arriving in Cairo, it feels as if you've traveled back to ancient Egypt, having read through a history book of Egypt. The pyramids from the textbooks, the Sphinx, the stacked exhibits in the museums, and the mosques and churches by the roadside all narrate the profound culture of ancient Egypt. Cairo is the first stop in Egypt and a city you must pass through. It is recommended to spend 3 days. Day 1: Morning: Arrive in Cairo, rest at the hotel, Egyptian Museum Afternoon: Khan El-Khalili market and surroundings (Al-Hussein Mosque, Al-Azhar Mosque) Evening: Gouri Palace performance, every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, starting at 7 pm Ease the fatigue, adjust to the time difference, without too much rushing. Have lunch at the hotel, then head out to the museum. It won't be hot indoors. In the evening, go to Khan El-Khalili market. In the evening, you can rest and watch a performance, have dinner, a relaxing day. Day 2: Morning: Pyramids Afternoon: Hanging Church, Coptic Museum Suggested route for the pyramids: North Gate - Pyramid of Khufu - Pyramid of Khafre - Menkaure - Panoramic viewpoint - Sphinx - Exit through the East Gate The pyramids, being entirely in the desert, require attention to sun protection. Head out early. There are KFC and Pizza Hut near the East Gate for lunch and rest. The Coptic Museum is right next to the Hanging Church, not crowded, but well worth a visit! Day 3: Morning: Garbage City, Cave Church Afternoon: City of the Dead, Saladin Citadel, Bab Zuweila for sunset Evening: Citystars Mall Garbage City is on the way to the Cave Church, with a rather strong smell, so wear a mask. If you like to take cultural photos, you can get off and walk about 1.5 kilometers to the Cave Church. In the evening, visit Cairo's largest shopping mall for dinner and to pick up some daily necessities for the trip. Transportation: Take a taxi, recommended apps: International version of DiDi, Uber Uber cars are slightly more upscale, and cars in Egypt often have a strong gasoline smell, which can cause motion sickness. Accommodation: Recommended near the museum for convenience in travel We stayed in a guesthouse in the Giza district, a large house, clean and bright In Egypt, accommodation might be the only aspect where you can pay to upgrade your experience

⛳Tourists in Egypt will go to Hurghada (Red Sea), which is more than 600 kilometers apart. In addition to flying, it takes six and a half hours by bus. The round trip time on the highway is more than 12 hours, and boredom and boredom come with it. 🎈If you do these five things during the ride, even if it's a long journey, you'll be happy! 1⃣️Appreciate the busy figure of the city. We set off at 7:10, which is the peak time for work in Cairo. It's also a scenic line to see Egyptians waiting for and squeezing buses; 2️⃣Eat an Arabic meal. Although the highway was closed for more than an hour due to heavy fog, we still arrived at the zafarana house food square at more than 12 o'clock after passing through desolate hills. The Arabic meal here includes roasted chicken legs, vegetable salad, white egg yolk sauce, spices, rice and big bread. The chicken legs are dipped in sauce, and the big bread is wrapped in vegetables, which tastes fragrant; 3⃣️Drink a cup of freshly ground coffee. In the afternoon, we passed a coffee house. The driver needed to rest for 20 minutes. We had a cup of freshly ground coffee for 25 Egyptian pounds, which was cheap and good, and the taste was strong and slightly bitter; 4⃣️Watch a sunset in the wilderness. The continuous mountains outside the window are undulating and desolate, but the sunset comes as scheduled and jumps on the mountains, with clouds all over the sky; 5⃣️Appreciate the style of the mosque in the sunset. When we arrived in Hurghada, the high towers and domes of the mosque looked particularly good against the sunset. 📷Don't forget to take pictures of the scenery of zafarana house food square on the way back. The strong Arabic style is very beautiful!

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Getting to ride a Camel, seeing the Giza Pyramids, visiting the Mosque and Museums was just magical.#gizapyramid #egyptiangrandmuseum #summervacation

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