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Plan Your Trip
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Plan Your Trip

In our tourist guide to Egypt, you'll find all the information needed to plan your trip and make the most of the city.

Language

The official language in Egypt is Arabic, but the majority of its citizens have no problem speaking English. Here you'll find some useful expressions.
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Weather

Its desert location tells us a lot about Egypt's climate. Learn how hot and cold it gets, when it rains, and decide the best time to travel.
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Documentation

What documentation is needed to enter Egypt? Here you can find out about the documents needed, passports and visas to visit Egypt.
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Currency

The official currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (EGP), and its symbol is £. Each pound is made up of 100 piastres.
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Business hours

Opening times in Egypt are quite long, meaning it's no problem if you want to leave your shopping to the last minute. Find out about business hours.
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Prices

How much does a coffee cost? Is Egypt expensive? Discover the price of travel in Egypt so you can plan your holiday budget.
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