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Cairo

Cairo (Arabic: القاهرة,al-Qāhirah) is the capital of Egypt and, with a total population in excess of 16 million people, one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East (which regions it conveniently straddles) - it is also the 13th largest city in the world. Situated on the River Nile, Cairo is famous for its own history - preserved in the fabulous medieval Islamic city and in Old Cairo - and for the ancient, Pharaonic history of the country it represents. No trip to Cairo would be complete, for example, without a visit to the Giza Pyramids, to nearby Saqqara, or to the Egyptian Museum in the center of town. Though firmly attached to the past, Cairo is also home to a vibrant modern society.
NB: While al-Qāhirah is the official name of the city, in local speech it is typically called simply by the name of the country, Mişr (Arabic, مصر) pronounced Maşr in the local dialect.

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Hotels in Cairo

Grand Shahrazad Score 2.7 from 5 reviews
182 El Nil Street 2.7/10
Hosting a central location in Cairo, this hotel is located by the Nile bank and has an impressive view of the river and Cairo Tower. Grand Shahrazad provides services for your immediate convenience. You can have a swim, relax in the sauna, and make use of the fitness centre. You can also dine or have a drink at the hotel’s bar and restaurant. The Grand Shahrazad is near a number of landmarks. The Cairo Opera House, Andalus Park and Egyptian Museum are all within a three kilometre radius of the hotel. Grand Shahrazad gives you an ideal position to explore Cairo. Assistance and free transfer from the airport to the hotel is available. ... more
 
Kings Palace Hotel Score 6.35 from 18 reviews
3 Ibrahim El Qabbani,St Off Sabri Abu`Alam,St Next-Talaat Harb Sq. 6.35/10
Kings Palace Hotel, decorated in true Arabian Night style, is the perfect destination for budget travellers and backpackers. Located in the heart of Cairo's city centre, this humble establishment offers clean and comfortable rooms just a short walk from everything. With air conditioning and private bathrooms, your essentials are covered. Free wireless internet is an added convenience and can be accessed from the comfort of your own room. With the metro and bus station just around the corner, connections to the rest of the city and more distant attractions are easily arranged. Come and discover the many highlights of this bustling city and explore the many characteristic streets, restaurants and museums. ... more
 
JW Marriott Cairo Score 7.65 from 20 reviews
Ring Road 7.65/10
The Heliopolis is full of recreational services to guarantee its residents and visitors rest and relaxation. Heliopolis has a unique style of architecture and contains a number of restaurants, bars and nightclubs. It also hosts the Merryland, which is an elegant park with a lake, meant for recreation. There is also a dolphin show and small amusement park. The Baron Empain Palace is also a site worth seeing, which is modelled on the creative use of concrete and was commissioned by a famous French architecture using Hindu influences. The Heliopolis is an example of cultural and religious tolerance with the famous Basilique Catholic Church, the Saint Maron and Saint-Rita church, Jewish synagogue and a number of mosques. ... more
 
 Brothers Hostel Score 7.925 from 1 reviews
34 Talaat Harb St, 4Th Floor 7.93/10
Perfectly situated in the heart of Cairo, Brothers Hostel offers affordable accommodation with free Wi-Fi. All rooms at Brothers Hostel are air conditioned and the front desk is open 24-hrs. The spacious rooms are Brothers Hostel are furnished with basic amenities and have balconies with views over the Talaat Harb area of Cairo city centre. The friendly staff at Hostel Brothers are able to advise to guests on tours in and around Cairo. They can also arrange an airport shuttle on request. Free public parking is available nearby, guests should reserve in advance. ... more
 
Cairo Inn Score 7.85 from 22 reviews
6 Talaat Harb Square Downtown 7.85/10
Situated in Cairo's Talat Harb Square, this hostel offers comfortable accommodation with free private parking and breakfast included, just minutes from the Egyptian museum and main bus and train stations. Cairo Inn has cosy rooms of different sizes, to accommodate your travelling party. Each one has air conditioning and a small balcony. The reception is open 24 hours a day to offer local information and help you with travel arrangements in Egypt. Cairo Inn's central location is surrounded by restaurants, cafés and shops. The close proximity of the bus and train stations allows you to easily access the rest of Egypt. ... more
 
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Ibn Tulun

Ibn Tulun mosque is one of my favourites. A good example of the classical style of religious buildings in Cairo.

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Private Tour to The Pharaonic Village 3 hours

Private Tour to The Pharaonic Village

The Pharaonic Village began, like so many other great wonders of our world, with a dream. Dr. Hassan Ragab, already famous for his rediscovery of the ancient techniques for making papyrus, had begun to ponder the possibility of a living museum with real people, actors in costume and in a realistic locale, taking the place of static exhibits.

It was after a visit to Disney World's EPCOT Center in Orlando, Florida, that his idea took root. Dr. Ragab believed EPCOT "was too computerized" and there was nothing human about it. He began to think, "Dare I have real, live people in my village, dressed in the manner of three or four thousand years ago?"

The result is The Pharaonic Village, a living museum of ancient Egyptian life where visitors can sail on a network of canals and view the remarkably realistic recreation of the past.

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Al Azhar

Al Azhar Mosque and the university have been the focal point of islamic learning for the last thousand years and continue to be an important centre for islamic studies today. You can visit the university and the mosque and they are good examples of islamic architecture.

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Cairo Airport or Railway Station Private Departure Transfer Varies

Cairo International Airport

Travel from your Cairo City Hotel to Cairo International Airport or Main Railway Station. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

When making a booking, you will need to advise your departure details and your Cairo City Hotel details. Your transfer will be confirmed instantaneously and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. 24 - 48 hours prior to your transfer, you will be required to call the supplier directly (the contact number will be provided on your travel voucher) to reconfirm exact pick up times and places.

It's that easy!

Don't forget to book your Cairo Airport or Railway Station Arrival Transfer, simply type the product code 3124CAIAPTHTL into the Keyword Box.

At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following departure and hotel details in the 'Special Requirements' box:

  • Departure Airline/Train Company
  • Departure Flight Number/Train Service Number
  • Departure Airport/Station and Arrival Airport/Station
  • Departure Time
  • Full Hotel Name and Address

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