Cairo, Egypt

The Egyptian capital might be famous for its pyramids but there’s much more to Cairo than ancient monuments.

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Destination overview
  Language: Arabic
  Currency: Egyptian pound
  Time zone: GMT+2
  Flight Time: 5 hours 10
  Holiday type: City break
  Weather: Average maximum temperature: 36
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Airport Information

Airport NameCodeDistance to City
Cairo InternationalCAI

Must see:
It goes without saying that every trip to Cairo must include a visit to the Pyramids and the Sphinx. Once you’ve immersed yourself in thousands of years worth of history, relax with a cruise along the River Nile.

Must eat at:
Al Azhar Park boasts several restaurants – all of which command a spectacular view of the city.

Well-Travelled Tips:
Cairo is a bustling city but a trip down the Nile in a wooden felucca will let you enjoy it at its most serene.

Did you know?:
The Great Pyramid is the only one of the original 7 wonders of the ancient world that is still standing.

Visa requirements for UK travellers:
British passport holders travelling to Egypt normally require a visa, which can be obtained upon arrival for stays less than one month.

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