Getting Around Egypt

Getting Around Egypt

Egypt the land of the ancient civilization has enthralled the travelers since time immemorial. In the present age Egypt is one of the most popular destinations in world with all the adventure and excitement it has got to offer. Getting around Egypt for the purpose of sightseeing has been made easy with the different modes of transportation that connects the length and breadth of the land.

Most of the travelers get around Egypt by air, as it is the quickest and convenient mode of transport. Egypt Air flies daily from Cairo to Alexandria, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor and Hurghuda and also twice in a week to Kharga Oasis. On the other hand Air Sinai connects Al Arish, Hurghada, Taba, Sharm el Sheikh, St. Catherine Monastery, El Tor, etc. One would be able to find Egypt Air booking offices throughout the country but during peak season book in advance.

Getting around Egypt by train is a wonderful way to experience the land with all its diversities. Travelers can choose between the air-conditioned express trains and the ordinary trains that are not so fast. The trains do not cover entire country and one needs to check before deciding to travel by train.

The other means of getting around Egypt is bus that has both luxury coach and ordinary services. The luxury coaches are specially designed to travel between major cities and destinations. The tickets for travel in bus may be bought from bus stations and at times on the bus itself.

The travelers can also get around Egypt by taxi and enjoy the ride throughout the busy roads. One should bargain before getting into a taxi as the prices are often hiked initially.

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