Egypt
With a history spanning a period of over 7,000 years, Egypt’s rich and splendid culture retains an indisputable place in the history books. It is the oldest travel destination on earth: Greek and Roman travelers came in 430 BC to gaze at some of the very sights that make it a modern travel destination today.
Egypt promises to fascinate and satisfy the most vivid imaginations, creating a chance for exploration and leisure, an opportunity to enrich the soul. From desert landscapes and dry, rugged mountains that reach to the sea, to green strips of agricultural land snaking along the banks of the Nile, the sights and sounds of Egypt are guaranteed to leave an unforgettable experience of discovery and relaxation.
Destination Highlights
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Temp.max (*C) |
18 |
21 |
24 |
28 |
33 |
35 |
36 |
35 |
32 |
30 |
26 |
20 |
Temp.min (*C) |
8 |
9 |
11 |
14 |
17 |
20 |
21 |
22 |
20 |
18 |
14 |
10 |
Rainfall Avg. (mm) |
5 |
5 |
5 |
3 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
5 |
Time Local time is GMT +2 (GMT +3 from last Friday in April to last Friday in August).
Communication: The international access code for Egypt is +20
Currency: The unit of currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP), which is divided into 100 piastres
Local Customs: Egypt is a conservative society and visitors should respect local customs and sensitivities especially during ramadhan when eating, drinking or smoking during daylight hours is forbidden.