Itineraries
What to See in Cairo in 5 Days: The Complete Itinerary
A relaxed but complete 5-day plan: Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum, Islamic and Coptic Cairo, the older pyramids of Saqqara and Dahshur, and a day trip to Alexandria.
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Cairo travel guides & curated hotels
Plan Your Trip to Cairo
In-depth articles on the Pyramids, museums, neighborhoods and hand-picked hotels — all in one place.
Cairo Travel Guides
Practical, in-depth articles to plan your trip — from the Pyramids and museums to neighborhoods and itineraries.
Practical Tips
SIM Cards, Internet & eSIM in Egypt: The 2026 Traveler's Guide
Physical SIM or eSIM? Where to buy, real 2026 prices, which operator has the best coverage, how much data you need, and the one thing nobody warns you about: WhatsApp calls are blocked unless you use a VPN.
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Is Egypt Safe? An Honest Guide (with a Focus on Solo Female Travel)
Egypt is physically safe for tourists — the real toll is verbal harassment and hassle, not danger. A straight guide to street harassment, what to wear, safe transport, areas to avoid and how a woman can travel solo with confidence.
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Common Scams in Cairo (and How to Avoid Them Without Being Paranoid)
An honest, scam-by-scam guide to Cairo: pyramids, Khan el-Khalili, taxis, airport, restaurants and street tricks. What it looks like, what to say, and how to walk away without ruining your trip.
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What to Eat in Cairo: 20 Egyptian Dishes, Where to Try Them and What They Cost
A practical food guide to Cairo: koshari, ful, ta'meya, molokhia, fattah, hawawshi, om ali and the rest of the dishes worth ordering — with the neighbourhoods and restaurants where locals actually eat them, real prices in Egyptian pounds and what to skip.
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Tipping in Egypt: How Much Baksheesh to Give, to Whom and When
A clear, service-by-service tipping guide for Egypt: restaurants, hotels, taxis, guides, Nile cruises and the pyramids. Real amounts in Egyptian pounds, what counts as baksheesh and how to avoid both overpaying and offending.
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Egypt Visa: How to Get Your e-Visa, Visa on Arrival or Free Sinai Stamp
How to enter Egypt without surprises: e-Visa online (25 USD), visa on arrival at the airport, consular visa for long stays and the free Sinai-only stamp. Process, documents and the airport mistakes to avoid.
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Itineraries
Nile Cruise from Cairo: How to Plan Luxor–Aswan and What to Expect
How to add a Nile cruise to your Cairo trip: routes (Luxor–Aswan, 3 or 4 nights), how to get to the boat, what it costs, which boat to pick and the mistakes first-time bookers keep making.
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Itineraries
Day Trip to Alexandria from Cairo: Complete Guide
Everything you need for a day trip to Alexandria from Cairo: train vs car, what to see (Library, Qaitbay, catacombs), where to eat fresh fish and whether it's worth staying overnight.
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Recommended Hotels in Cairo
A handpicked selection of stays across Cairo's best neighborhoods.
Downtown
9.8
Triple Garden View Hotel
Qasr El Nil, Downtown Cairo
Top-rated Downtown stay with garden views — minutes from the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square.
- Walk to the Egyptian Museum
- Garden views
- Excellent guest reviews
€€per night avg.
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Downtown
9.8
Rivera Cairo Hotel
Abdeen, Downtown Cairo
Boutique Downtown hotel with a 4.9 guest rating — great value, friendly staff, central location.
- Friendly staff
- Walkable Downtown
- Outstanding rating
€€per night avg.
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Nile View
9.8
H Zamalek Suites
Zamalek, Gezira Island
Stylish suites in Zamalek — the calmest, greenest part of Cairo, with the Nile and top restaurants at the door.
- Spacious suites
- Calm Zamalek streets
- Walk to Nile views
€€€per night avg.
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Downtown
9.4
Sayed Effendi - Boutique Hotel
Al Azbakeya, Historic Downtown
Boutique stay in the old Azbakeya quarter — true Belle-Époque Cairo character and close to Khan el-Khalili.
- Historic neighbourhood
- Near Khan el-Khalili
- Boutique character
€€per night avg.
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Downtown
9.4
Sky Light Hotel
Bab Al Louq, Downtown
Affordable Downtown stay on El-Shareef street — friendly, clean, central and great value.
- Affordable
- Central Downtown
- Welcoming staff
€per night avg.
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Pyramids
9.2
Pyramids Planet Hotel
Al Haram, Giza
Stay a 5-minute walk from the Great Pyramid — many rooms with direct Pyramid views.
- Pyramid views
- Steps from Giza Plateau
- Rooftop at sunset
€€per night avg.
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What to See in Cairo — Downloadable Guide
Discover what to see in Cairo with this downloadable guide for planning a first visit of 2 to 4 days. It includes the Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo, Coptic Cairo, the Citadel, Khan el-Khalili, recommended routes, where to stay, and practical tips for moving around the city, avoiding common mistakes, and making the most of your trip.
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Where to Stay in Cairo
A quick guide to Cairo's most popular neighborhoods for travelers.
G
Giza
Best for visiting the Pyramids and staying close to iconic ancient sites.
D
Downtown Cairo
Best for museums, culture, restaurants, cafes, and budget-friendly stays.
Z
Zamalek
Best for calm streets, restaurants, nightlife, and Nile views.
G
Garden City / Nile Corniche
Best for central luxury, river views, and easy access to main attractions.
H
Heliopolis / Airport Area
Best for short stays, business trips, and early flights.
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