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Cheap Holidays to Egypt

Egypt holidays are perfect for travelling back in time or for a luxury beach break at a great price. Luxor’s ancient tombs and Giza’s pyramids rub shoulders with the gorgeous resorts in Marsa Alam and Sharm el Sheikh, while Hurghada city fuses old traditions and new influences flawlessly. If you like to get active, there’s plenty to keep you entertained during your holidays in Egypt. Travel to Alexandria and marvel at Pompei’s Pillar, which overlooks the grand ruins of the original settlement.

A perfect destination for travelling year-round, Egypt is best visited between the months of September and April. Christmas, New Year and Easter celebrations in Egypt receive heavy footfall from all across the globe. 

After you have checked in at your hotel, soak up the sun on mile-long stretches of soft white sand and dip your toes in the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea, or dive a little deeper and explore some of the world's best scuba diving sites. Thanks to its toasty year-round temperatures, you can potter around giant pyramids, splash in sparkling pools and sink into golden beaches whenever the mood takes you!

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A Guide to Egypt Holidays

Top Things to Do in Egypt

Top Things to Do in Egypt

From stunning beaches to ancient wonders, there’s plenty to see and do when on Egypt holidays.

  • Relax in Sharm. Head to Sharm el Sheikh to experience the year-round winter sun. It’s the ideal place to lounge by the pool, tan at the beach or gorge on food in one of its many 5* all inclusive resorts.
  • Go diving. You’ll be in your element if you love diving. The Red Sea resorts are home to some of the best dive sites in the world and it's one of the best places to learn too.
  • See the pyramids. Cairo is the place to go if you want to see the Giza pyramid complex, home to the Great Pyramid and many more.
  • Chilled Hurghada. Hurghada is another great coastal spot. It’s like Sharm but a little quieter making it ideal for Egypt family holidays.
Top Beaches in Egypt

Top Beaches in Egypt

Egypt is not short of great beaches, which can be found right along its vast coastline.

  • Blue Lagoon. Found in Dahab which is often known as the Egyptian version of Ibiza. The beach here is gorgeous and is also a great sport for some scuba diving.
  • El Gouna. Found just north of Hurghada, this beach is in a purpose-built holiday village home to 5* resorts, and the beach matches this luxury feel.
  • Na’ama Bay. Sharm el Sheikh's leading beach is famous to holidaymakers worldwide. Here you’ll find powdery sand, blue waters and a true holiday vibe.

Getting Around Egypt

🚌 Transport in the Egypt Region

Transport in Egypt is generally efficient and getting from A to B should be easy. Taxis are a great way of travelling between cities and resorts, and car hire is also possible. However, drivers need to be at least 25, and you’ll want to be a confident driver. Drive on the right-hand side. The bus network is extensive and runs regularly, while microbuses can be found pretty much everywhere. 

Passports and Visas

You usually need a visa, which can be attained at the airport for $25USD. Visitors to South Sinai resorts can visit for 15 days without one. Passports should be valid for 6 months. For more information and advice, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/egypt/entry-requirements or the Foreign Office at www.fco.gov.uk/en/

Health and Safety

Insure yourself before you travel, to make sure you are covered if the worst happens while you’re away. For more info, see www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/egypt/health

Vaccinations

You should ensure your party are up to date with routine jabs. It’s also recommended that you consider a Hepatitis A jab. Double check latest guidelines with your GP before you travel.

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