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Temple ruins, Luxor
Pyramids of Giza
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Egypt Multi-Centre Holidays

Explore multi-centre holidays in Egypt and beyond with Kuoni

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From ancient to modern, city to beach, explore the unique and very diverse sights and sounds of Egypt. One of the best ways to discover the many wonders of Egypt is by experiencing more than one destination on a multi centre holiday. Choose from any of our itineraries and stay in beautiful four and five star accommodation.

Our favourite Egypt twin centre holidays:
•    Cairo & Luxor; explore the souks and bazaars of Cairo and relax beside the iconic Nile and treasures of the pharaohs in Luxor.
•    Luxor & Hurghada; see ancient monuments and the meandering Nile before kicking back at one of our most popular Red Sea resorts.
•    Cairo & Sharm El Sheikh; experience the sights and sounds of bustling Cairo before escaping to the beaches and waters of Sharm El Sheikh.
•    Cairo & Petra; stay on the banks of the river Nile before moving on to marvel at the iconic facade of the ancient Treasury in Petra, Jordan.

Tailor made Egypt multi-centre holidays
Create you perfect multi-centre holiday to Egypt with Kuoni to ensure, you get the holiday of a lifetime.
•    Browse our suggested Egypt tailor made holidays, or request a copy of our fantastic Egypt, Dubai, Morocco & Arabia brochure.
•    Call our knowledgeable and Personal Travel Experts on 01306 747002 who will help guide you through your options and prepare your detailed holiday quotation.
•    Or request a quote online.

Egypt Honeymoons
All of our Egypt hotels make for fabulous honeymoon settings, but we have specially labelled a few of our favourite, most romantic retreats that we think make the most perfect settings for your dream honeymoon in Egypt. Please note that due to local laws and customs, same sex honeymoons are not recommended in Egypt.

Egypt facts
For some inspirational holiday ideas, browse our collection of Egypt facts and information.

Time difference / local time

GMT +2 hours
Language

Arabic

Currency

Egyptian pound

Safety

Pickpockets operate around tourist areas, so never carry money in your back pocket and leave valuables and jewellery in the hotel safe.

Highlights

Egypt's many sights include:

Temples, Luxor
Visit East Bank's incredible temples, especially the spectacular Luxor Temple and the Temples of Karnak.

Pyramids and Sphinx, Cairo
Marvel at these awe-inspiring landmarks, guarded by a giant sphinx. Don't miss the evening Sound & Light Show.

Monastery of St Catherine
Dating back to the 6th century, this monastery sits at the foot of Mount Sinai.

Kitchener's Island, Aswan
Lord Kitchener turned this isl and into a flourishing garden. Hop on a boat to see it for yourself.

Beaches

Sharm el Sheikh and Red Sea resorts line a beautiful coast edging the warm waters of the Red Sea, which shrouds fantastic coral reefs and sunken shipwrecks.

Passports and Visas

•   You’ll need a full valid EU passport, and the expiry date should be at least 6 months after your arrival back in the UK.
•   Brits also need a visa to enter Egypt, which you can get before you leave from: The Consulate General of The Arab Republic of Egypt (2 Lowndes Street, London, SW1X 9ET; 020 7493 5285).

Events and festivals

January
Egyptian Marathon, Luxor
Nearly 2,000 runners from 36 nationalities race around Luxor, starting at Hatshepsut Temple and passing landmarks including Luxor Temple and the Valley of Queens.

February
International Fishing Competition, Hurghada
Anglers from across the globe spend three days fishing for the best catch.

July-August
Cairo International Fashion Show
Head to the International Conference Centre and peruse the creations of fashion designers, manufacturers, and fashion houses.

August
Arab Music Festival
Discover Arabic music as you watch instrumentalists, singers and ensembles perform.

November-December
Cairo International Film Festival
Celebrate world cinema in the ‘Hollywood of the Middle East’, with films, seminars and competitions.

Shopping

Browse souks and bazaars for clothes, jewellery and handicrafts.

Flying time to destination

Cairo 4½ hours
Luxor 5½ hours
Sharm el Sheikh 5¾ hours

Sports

Watersports
If you're staying on the coast, try snorkelling, windsurfing, sailing and deep-sea fishing. You’ll also find several PADI centres where you can learn to dive among the multitude of tropical fish.

Eating/Drinking

Food
•   Authentic Egyptian starters are called mezzeh, and are best eaten with traditional pitta-style bread.
•   Lamb is marinated in spices and grilled for juicy kebabs and shwarma is the Egyptian equivalent of the Turkish doner kebab.
•   Popular desserts include dates soaked in milk, honey-laced pastries and baked rice.

Drink
•   Stick to bottled water, and remember that it’s easy to get dehydrated here in the summer

Good to know

Religion
Islam

Dialling code
+20

Clothing

•   Egypt is predominately a Muslim country, so make sure you’re properly dressed when out and about. Revealing outfits are a no-no, especially for women.
•   Pack lightweight cotton clothes in the summer and a jumper or jacket for cooler winter evenings.
•   Cover up when Egypt sightseeing or walking the streets – women shouldn’t go out scantily dressed.

Tipping

Tipping or ‘baksheesh’ is a way of life in Egypt. It’s customary to tip about LE£1 for every little service, so keep a pocketful of small change!

Climate data for this region

Best time to visit

From February to April and October to November.

No climate data available