{"id":14776,"date":"2025-02-01T14:10:28","date_gmt":"2025-02-01T17:10:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/?p=14776"},"modified":"2025-09-16T14:26:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T17:26:59","slug":"guia-para-viajar-a-egipto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to traveling to Egypt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddec Egypt \ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddec is one of those destinations that leave a lasting impression. Its historical legacy is simply immense: ancient pyramids, rock-carved temples, and tombs filled with mysteries that continue to fascinate the world. But beyond the traces of pharaohs and ancient gods, Egypt beats strongly in its present. Its vibrant Arab culture envelops travelers in a unique experience. In this practical guide to Egypt, you'll find an introduction to the lands of the Pharaohs, providing practical information that may be useful when planning your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about visiting Egypt's tourist attractions, you can read their respective entries, where I describe, based on my experience, the things that surprised me and the temples and sites I consider essential to visit (they're at the end of the guide).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog03JPG-opt.webp\" alt=\"Las Piramides junto con la Esfinge\" class=\"wp-image-38444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog03JPG-opt.webp 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog03JPG-opt-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog03JPG-opt-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Pyramids together with the Sphinx<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/banner-divisorio-egipto.jpg\" alt=\"Division Egipto\" class=\"wp-image-13379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/banner-divisorio-egipto.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/banner-divisorio-egipto-600x46.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ef8216532e1\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ef8216532e1\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Que_saber_antes_de_viajar_a_Egipto\" >What to know before traveling to Egypt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Breve_historia_de_Egipto\" >Brief history of Egypt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Como_son_los_hombres_y_mujeres_arabes_en_Egipto\" >What are Arab men and women like in Egypt?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Como_ir_desde_el_Aeropuerto_de_El_Cairo_hasta_el_Centro\" >How to get from Cairo Airport to the Center<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Taxi_oficial_o_UberCareem\" >Official taxi or Uber\/Careem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Autobuses_publicos_y_BRT\" >Public buses and BRT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Metro_linea_3\" >Metro (line 3)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Como_moverse_en_Egipto\" >How to move in Egypt<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Dentro_de_las_ciudades\" >Inside the cities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Bus\" >Bus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Tren\" >Train<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Avion\" >Plane<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#%C2%BFQue_ver_en_Egipto\" >What to see in Egypt?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Ver_las_Piramides_de_Giza\" >See the Pyramids of Giza<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Pasear_por_El_Cairo\" >Strolling through Cairo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Navegar_en_el_Nilo\" >Sailing on the Nile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Explorar_templos_antiguos\" >Explore ancient temples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Visitar_el_Valle_de_los_Reyes\" >Visit the Valley of the Kings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Relajarte_en_el_Mar_Rojo\" >Relaxing in the Red Sea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Siwa_un_oasis_de_otro_mundo\" >Siwa, an otherworldly oasis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Alejandria_el_aire_mediterraneo_de_Egipto\" >Alexandria, the Mediterranean air of Egypt<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#%C2%BFQue_son_los_jeroglificos\" >What are hieroglyphics?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Guia_para_entender_jeroglificos\" >Guide to understanding hieroglyphics<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Comidas_tipicas_de_Egipto\" >Typical Egyptian foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Mejor_epoca_para_ir_a_Egipto\" >Best time to go to Egypt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#%C2%BFEs_seguro_ir_a_Egipto\" >Is it safe to go to Egypt?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#%C2%BFEs_caro_Egipto\" >Is Egypt expensive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#%C2%BFQue_tarjeta_Sim_Card_usar_en_Egipto\" >Which SIM card should I use in Egypt?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#1_Vodafone_Egypt\" >1. Vodafone Egypt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#2_Orange_Egypt\" >2. Orange Egypt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#3_Etisalat_Misr\" >3. Etisalat Misr<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#4_WE_Telecom_Egypt\" >4. WE (Telecom Egypt)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Que_hacer_en_Egipto_en_7_y_14_dias\" >What to do in Egypt in 7 and 14 days<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Itinerario_tentativo_de_7_dias_en_Egipto\" >Tentative 7-day itinerary in Egypt:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Itinerario_tentativo_de_14_dias_en_Egipto\" >Tentative 14-day itinerary in Egypt:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Entradas_relacionadas_a_Egipto\" >Entries related to Egypt<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Trivia_sobre_Egipto_%C2%BFCuanto_sabes\" >Trivia about Egypt: How much do you know?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Que_hacer_en_Dahab_y_el_Mar_Rojo\" >What to do in Dahab and the Red Sea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Guia_para_viajar_a_Egipto\" >Guide to traveling to Egypt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Itinerario_de_2_semanas_por_Egipto\" >2 week Egypt itinerary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Que_ver_y_hacer_en_Luxor_Templos_y_tumbas_en_ambas_riberas\" >What to see and do in Luxor: Temples and tombs on both banks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Que_ver_en_Asuan_y_Templos_del_Sur_de_Egipto_Abu_Simbel_Philae\" >What to see in Aswan and the Southern Temples of Egypt: Abu Simbel, Philae<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Visitar_las_Piramides_de_Giza_por_tu_cuenta\" >Visit the Pyramids of Giza on your own<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#El_Cairo_que_hacer_en_la_ciudad_del_caos\" >Cairo, what to do in the city of chaos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/#Como_viajar_desde_El_Cairo_hasta_Asuan_en_tren\" >How to travel from Cairo to Aswan by train<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_saber_antes_de_viajar_a_Egipto\"><\/span>What to know before traveling to Egypt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Language \ud83d\udde3\ufe0f<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">The official language is Arabic, although in tourist areas many speak basic English.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Currency \ud83d\udcb5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">The Egyptian pound (EGP) is the official currency of Egypt<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Religion \u262a\ufe0f<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Islam is the majority religion. It is important to respect local customs, especially in dress and when visiting religious sites.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Location \ud83d\udccd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Egypt is located in northwest Africa<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Capital \ud83c\udfd9\ufe0f<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cairo is the capital and most populous city in Africa, with almost 20 million inhabitants<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Visa \ud83d\udec2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center translation-block\" data-align=\"center\">A visa is required to enter Egypt; it can be applied for online (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visa2egypt.gov.eg\/eVisa\/Home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">e-visa<\/a>) or upon arrival at the airport for many nationalities.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breve_historia_de_Egipto\"><\/span>Brief history of Egypt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Egypt is <strong>one of the oldest and most fascinating places in human history<\/strong>. Their civilization dates back more than <strong>5,000 years<\/strong>, along the Nile Valley, where the first agricultural settlements emerged that would later give rise to a powerful centralized state. During the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms, the pharaohs ruled with divine authority, building pyramids, temples, and monuments that continue to amaze the world today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Over the centuries, Egypt was influenced by diverse cultures and conquerors: Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Ottomans left their mark on its art, architecture, and daily life. The arrival of <strong>Islam<\/strong> in the 7th century transformed religion and society, giving rise to impressive mosques and madrasas that are now part of the heritage of Cairo and other cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Today, Egypt combines ancient history with modern urban life, where every corner tells stories of pharaohs, merchants, conquerors, and overlapping cultures, making it a must-see destination for those who love history and archaeology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom fondo-div-egipto00\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/juegos\/trivia-sobre-egipto-cuanto-sabes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/portada-egipto-quiz02.jpg\" alt=\"Ejemplos de preguntas de la trivia\" class=\"wp-image-38115 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/portada-egipto-quiz02.jpg 602w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/portada-egipto-quiz02-600x334.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/portada-egipto-quiz02-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/juegos\/trivia-sobre-egipto-cuanto-sabes\/\">Want to test your knowledge of Egypt? I invite you to play the trivia I've prepared about this fascinating country.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_son_los_hombres_y_mujeres_arabes_en_Egipto\"><\/span>What are Arab men and women like in Egypt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before traveling to Egypt, we had read that men often give foreign women uncomfortable looks, even when they're accompanied. My ex-partner witnessed this from the plane to Egypt, and after walking just a few minutes through Cairo, he understood that these glances were going to be part of everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At least, in our experience, those looks weren't accompanied by shouting or inappropriate comments, something that was quite common in Buenos Aires until not long ago. What I can't say for sure is how they behave toward women traveling alone, as that wasn't the case with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Curiously, upon leaving the capital, we noticed a change. In cities like Aswan and Luxor, the lustful glances practically disappeared. There, my ex attracted more attention from the local women than from the men. Dressed in black robes that covered them from head to toe, many even with their hands covered and always veiled, they usually moved around in groups or with children, almost never alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In Cairo, however, it is noticeable that women are much more <strong>Westernized<\/strong>. Their dress is more relaxed, sometimes with modern, urban clothing, and this is also reflected in their jobs and attitudes: many are independent, running their own businesses, or studying and working outside the home. This creates an interesting contrast with other more conservative cities in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I would have loved to talk to them, learn a little more about their world, and learn about their way of life. However, it wasn't possible: throughout the trip, we felt a certain distance, as if they preferred to avoid us or at least keep us at a distance. It's one of those unfinished business I'm left with from my time in Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_ir_desde_el_Aeropuerto_de_El_Cairo_hasta_el_Centro\"><\/span>How to get from Cairo Airport to the Center<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To get from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to the city center, you have several options depending on your budget, comfort, and time available:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taxi_oficial_o_UberCareem\"><\/span>Official taxi or Uber\/Careem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>White taxis:<\/strong> These are equipped with meters, but it's a good idea to confirm that they're activated before starting your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Uber and Careem<\/strong>: Reliable and popular ride-hailing apps in Cairo. You can request them upon arrival and pay in cash or by card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Estimated time<\/strong>: Between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Approximate cost<\/strong>: Between 150 and 250 EGP (around 5 to 8 USD).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Autobuses_publicos_y_BRT\"><\/span>Public buses and BRT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Internal Airport Shuttle<\/strong>: Connects the terminals with the airport bus station.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>From there<\/strong>: You can take public buses to key points such as Tahrir Square or the Abdel-Moniem Riad bus station.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">BRT (Bus Rapid Transit): A modern electric bus system that connects the airport to Adly Mansour Station, from where you can access other transportation lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Cost<\/strong>: Very cheap (less than $1 USD), but may be less convenient if you have a lot of luggage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Metro_linea_3\"><\/span>Metro (line 3)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Currently, the metro does not go directly to the airport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The nearest station is <strong>Adly Mansour<\/strong>, accessible by BRT or taxi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From there, you can connect to other metro lines to reach the city center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_moverse_en_Egipto\"><\/span>How to move in Egypt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dentro_de_las_ciudades\"><\/span>Inside the cities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Getting around Egypt isn't that complicated. In larger cities like Cairo, taxis, Uber, and the Metro are practical options (although traffic is chaotic and it often takes a long time to get from one side of the city to the other). There are also buses and small minivans, which are popular with locals, but they're usually crowded, no one understands English, and they don't clearly explain where they're going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For longer trips, tourist buses and trains (especially between Cairo and Luxor) work well. In more rural areas, it's sometimes possible to arrange private transfers or join excursions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bus\"><\/span>Bus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The best-known <strong>bus companies<\/strong> are <a href=\"https:\/\/go-bus.com\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GoBu <\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.busbud.com\/es-419\/country\/eg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BlueBud<\/a>. They have affordable prices and cover routes to all major cities in Egypt, such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Siwa, Alexandria, Sharm el-Sheikh, and Dahab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tren\"><\/span>Train<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I wrote a post dedicated to explaining how the process of purchasing tickets from the website was and what it was like <strong>traveling by train from Cairo to Aswan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom fondo-div-egipto00\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-viajar-desde-el-cairo-hasta-asuan-en-tren\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1067\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog06-1-1067x800.jpg\" alt=\"Estaci\u00f3n de Tren en El Cairo\" class=\"wp-image-13325 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog06-1-1067x800.jpg 1067w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog06-1-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog06-1-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog06-1-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog06-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1067px) 100vw, 1067px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/visitar-las-piramides-de-giza-por-tu-cuenta\/\">How to travel from Cairo to Aswan or Luxor by train<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avion\"><\/span>Plane<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Domestic flights are inexpensive. Egypt has its own flag carrier, Egypt Air, which has connections to most cities in the country, including Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, and Sharm el-Sheikh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For example, I traveled by plane from Luxor to Sharm el-Sheik, and from there by taxi to Dahab. That trip took less than two hours and was reasonably priced, whereas if I had taken the bus, I would have had to return first to Cairo for a 12-hour trip, and then to Sharm el-Sheik for another eight hours (there is no direct bus). The amount of time saved is unparalleled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-light has-parallax\"><div role=\"img\" aria-label=\"View of the pyramids with camels\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-4490 size-full has-parallax\" style=\"background-position:50% 50%;background-image:url(https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog40.jpg)\"><\/div><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#a4a6ab\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-735eb78df09352b3123a6a0a0a14dc87\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_ver_en_Egipto\"><\/span>What to see in Egypt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many interesting sites to visit in Egypt. But among the most popular activities are: <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"772\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mapa-egipto-772x800.jpg\" alt=\"Mapa Tur\u00edstico de Egipto\" class=\"wp-image-14801\" style=\"width:603px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mapa-egipto-772x800.jpg 772w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mapa-egipto-386x400.jpg 386w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mapa-egipto-12x12.jpg 12w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mapa-egipto-600x622.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/mapa-egipto.jpg 802w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 772px) 100vw, 772px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Egypt tourist map<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ver_las_Piramides_de_Giza\"><\/span>See the Pyramids of Giza<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog43.jpg\" alt=\"Vista impactante de las pir\u00e1mide\" class=\"wp-image-4485\" style=\"width:515px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stunning view of the pyramids<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>No trip to Egypt is complete without seeing the iconic Pyramids of Giza. These wonders of the ancient world, with over 4,500 years of history, impress not only with their size but also with the mystery that still surrounds them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although they're very close to Cairo, many hesitate between visiting them on their own or on a tour. In my case, the experience was bittersweet: getting to the Pyramids on my own was a real pain, and once there, the insistence of the vendors ended up making the visit quite exhausting. But they're still a marvel, and visiting them is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom fondo-div-egipto00\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/visitar-las-piramides-de-giza-por-tu-cuenta\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog03JPG.jpg\" alt=\"Las Piramides junto con la Esfinge\" class=\"wp-image-13322 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog03JPG.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog03JPG-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog03JPG-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog03JPG-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/visitar-las-piramides-de-giza-por-tu-cuenta\/\">How to visit the Pyramids of Giza on your own, and not get scammed in the process.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pasear_por_El_Cairo\"><\/span>Strolling through Cairo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Cairo is chaos, history, the scent of spices, and the sounds of every corner. The largest city in the Arab world invites you to explore its contrasts: from the grandeur of the Egyptian Museum to the daily life of its dusty streets. Getting lost in the Khan el-Khalili bazaar, one of the oldest in the world, is a must. Amidst alleyways filled with lamps, perfumes, jewelry, and textiles, every corner offers a story to discover.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog15.jpg\" alt=\"Mezquita de Alabastro\" class=\"wp-image-4403\" style=\"width:550px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Alabaster Mosque or Mohammed Ali<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As must-sees, I recommend the Saladin Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque, one of the most beautiful in the world. Plus, from inside the complex, you can enjoy some of the most impressive views of Cairo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom fondo-div-egipto00\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/el-cairo-la-ciudad-del-caos\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog04-1.jpg\" alt=\"Mezquitas en El Cairo\" class=\"wp-image-13321 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog04-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog04-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog04-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog04-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/el-cairo-la-ciudad-del-caos\/\">Cairo, what to do in the city of chaos<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Navegar_en_el_Nilo\"><\/span>Sailing on the Nile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Nile is the soul of Egypt, and sailing it is almost a must for many. I didn't take the cruise, but I did take a few rides on the feluccas in Aswan. Regardless of how we choose to experience the Nile River, gliding along its waters magically connects us to the country. From the river, we have a different perspective of the world around us. It's a journey within a journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explorar_templos_antiguos\"><\/span>Explore ancient temples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog71-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"Abu Simbel\" class=\"wp-image-4513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog71-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog71-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog71-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog71.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Egyptian temples are not just ruins: they are stone books open to the sky. Karnak, with its giant columns; Luxor, with its avenue of sphinxes; and Abu Simbel, with its colossi moved stone by stone to save them from the Nile, are examples of an art and ambition difficult to imagine today. Walking among ancient hieroglyphics and sacred passages is a little better understanding of the grandeur of a civilization obsessed with eternity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom fondo-div-egipto00\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/luxor-capital-del-imperio-egipcio-antiguo\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/blog91-533x400.jpg\" alt=\"Templo de Karnak\" class=\"wp-image-4584 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/blog91-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/blog91-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/blog91-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/blog91-1067x800.jpg 1067w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/blog91.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerarios\/itinerario-de-egipto-jordania-e-israel-por-libre\/\">Luxor, capital of the Old Kingdom of Egypt<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visitar_el_Valle_de_los_Reyes\"><\/span>Visit the Valley of the Kings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/blog82.jpg\" alt=\"Colosos de Memnon, Luxor\" class=\"wp-image-4588\" style=\"width:550px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colossi of Memnon, Luxor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>On the west bank of Luxor lies one of Egypt's most fascinating sites: the Valley of the Kings. The most powerful pharaohs rest here in tombs carved underground, decorated with scenes from the afterlife. Although many were looted in ancient times, the surviving art remains breathtaking. Entering the tomb of Tutankhamun or Ramses VI is like crossing the threshold into another world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relajarte_en_el_Mar_Rojo\"><\/span>Relaxing in the Red Sea <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After so much history and desert, nothing beats a few days of relaxation by the Red Sea. Its fine sandy beaches, warm waters, and coral reefs make it one of the best places in the world for snorkeling or diving. Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh offer resorts for all tastes, while Dahab is more chilled out and hippie. No matter where you are, the sea beckons you to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom fondo-div-egipto00\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/luxor-capital-del-imperio-egipcio-antiguo\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/dahab_blog04.jpg\" alt=\"laguna cerca del mar rojo\" class=\"wp-image-11850 size-medium\"\/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerarios\/itinerario-de-egipto-jordania-e-israel-por-libre\/\">What to do in Dahab and the Red Sea<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Siwa_un_oasis_de_otro_mundo\"><\/span>Siwa, an otherworldly oasis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For those looking to escape the classic tourist routes, the <strong>Siwa Oasis<\/strong> is a hidden gem in the heart of the Egyptian desert. Famous for its endless dune landscapes, saltwater lakes, and unique Berber culture, Siwa offers a completely disconnected experience. Although I haven't had the opportunity to visit it personally, travelers who have been there highlight the friendliness of its people, the sunsets over the Great Sand Sea, and the magic of its ancient ruins like the Oracle of Amun. Ideal for adventurous spirits and lovers of remote places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alejandria_el_aire_mediterraneo_de_Egipto\"><\/span>Alexandria, the Mediterranean air of Egypt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I didn't have time to explore Alexandria either, but that's another plan if you're looking for a Mediterranean atmosphere with a fascinating history. Founded by Alexander the Great, this coastal city invites you to stroll among fortresses, museums, and the famous Library of Alexandria, a modern symbol of its intellectual past. It's a perfect destination for those seeking history, culture, and a sea breeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-parallax\"><div role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Jerogl\u00edficos\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-14812 has-parallax\" style=\"background-position:50% 50%;background-image:url(https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico07-1067x800.jpg)\"><\/div><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_son_los_jeroglificos\"><\/span>What are hieroglyphics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Hieroglyphics aren't just \"little pictures.\"<\/strong> Each symbol has a precise meaning: it can be a sound (like a letter), a complete word, or an idea. It's not a \"picture\" language, as we often think of it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>They are read in different directions<\/strong>: Hieroglyphics can be read from left to right, right to left, or top to bottom. Observe which way the human or animal figures are facing, and that is the direction they should be read.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico01.jpg\" alt=\"Jerogl\u00edficos dentro de tumbas\" class=\"wp-image-14805\" style=\"width:415px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico01.jpg 550w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico01-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico01-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hieroglyphics inside tombs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>There are symbols that are phonetic and others that are ideograms<\/strong>: Some hieroglyphs represent sounds (like letters), and others represent concepts (for example, the sun means \u201csun\u201d directly).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Cartouches<\/strong>: Royal names: When you see a closed oval enclosing hieroglyphics (cartouche), it means that the name of a pharaoh or queen is written there.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"376\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico00.jpg\" alt=\"Jerogl\u00edfico en un cartucho\" class=\"wp-image-14804\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico00.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico00-600x282.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico00-18x8.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hieroglyph in a cartouche<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Symbolic colors<\/strong>: Colors also conveyed messages: green represented fertility, blue the Nile or the sky, red strength or chaos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico02.jpg\" alt=\"Jerogl\u00edficos con colores\" class=\"wp-image-14806\" style=\"width:469px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico02.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico02-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico02-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico02-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hieroglyphics with colors<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>They are a form of eternity<\/strong>: The Egyptians believed that if a name was erased, that person ceased to exist in the afterlife. That's why temples and tombs are so full of inscribed names.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>You don't need to understand everything<\/strong>: Enjoy the aesthetics, look for cartouches, animals, figures of gods (like Anubis or Horus) and let yourself be carried away by the sensation of reading messages from thousands of years ago.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guia_para_entender_jeroglificos\"><\/span>Guide to understanding hieroglyphics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Anj (\u2625)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> \u201cEternal life\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where to see it:<\/strong> In almost every temple; many gods hold it in their hands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico04.jpg\" alt=\"Jerogl\u00edficos de Anj y Djed\" class=\"wp-image-14809\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico04.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico04-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico04-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico04-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ankh and Djed hieroglyphs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Djed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> \u201cStability\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where to see it:<\/strong> Associated with the god Osiris, it often appears as a pillar with horizontal stripes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Cartridge (elongated oval)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> It contains the name of a pharaoh or queen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where to see it:<\/strong> On columns, walls, and royal statues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico05.jpg\" alt=\"Jerogl\u00edficos con nombres de faraones\" class=\"wp-image-14810\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico05.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico05-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico05-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico05-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hieroglyphics with names of pharaohs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Nile (water waves symbol: \u224b)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> It represents water, especially the Nile River.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where to see it:<\/strong> Agricultural frescoes and navigation scenes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico03-1.jpg\" alt=\"Jerogl\u00edficos del escarabajo de la protecci\u00f3n y del Nilo\" class=\"wp-image-14808\" style=\"width:286px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico03-1.jpg 550w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico03-1-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico03-1-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hieroglyphs of the scarab of protection and the Nile<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Beetle (dung beetle)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> \u201cRebirth\u201d and \u201cprotection\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where to see it:<\/strong> Lots of jewelry, tombs, and amulets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Feather of Maat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> \u201cTruth and justice\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where to see it:<\/strong> Judgment scenes from the Book of the Dead or the Judgment of Osiris.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Owl<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> \u201cM\u201d sound<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Where to see it:<\/strong> Inside phonetic inscriptions (when you see a little owl it's because it's part of a word).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico06-738x800.jpg\" alt=\"Jerogl\u00edficos con buho\" class=\"wp-image-14811\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico06-738x800.jpg 738w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico06-369x400.jpg 369w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico06-11x12.jpg 11w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico06-600x650.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blog_jeroglifico06.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hieroglyphics with Owl<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Cane and half-cane<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> They usually represent \u201cT\u201d and \u201cI\u201d sounds (basic for forming words).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/banner-divisorio-egipto.jpg\" alt=\"Division Egipto\" class=\"wp-image-13379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/banner-divisorio-egipto.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/banner-divisorio-egipto-600x46.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comidas_tipicas_de_Egipto\"><\/span>Typical Egyptian foods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Egyptian cuisine is delicious and affordable. Don't miss koshari (a street dish made with rice, lentils, and noodles), ful medames (fava bean puree), shawarma, and falafel. For those looking for something sweet, basbousa (semolina cake) is a classic. Eating in Egypt is also a way of understanding their daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"665\" data-id=\"14803\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/koshary.jpg\" alt=\"Koshary\" class=\"wp-image-14803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/koshary.jpg 960w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/koshary-577x400.jpg 577w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/koshary-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/koshary-600x416.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Koshary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"730\" data-id=\"14802\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/basboosa.jpg\" alt=\"Basboosa\" class=\"wp-image-14802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/basboosa.jpg 960w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/basboosa-526x400.jpg 526w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/basboosa-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/basboosa-600x456.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Basboosa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"638\" data-id=\"14800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/foul_Mdammis.jpg\" alt=\"Foul Mdammis\" class=\"wp-image-14800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/foul_Mdammis.jpg 960w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/foul_Mdammis-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/foul_Mdammis-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foul Mdammis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mejor_epoca_para_ir_a_Egipto\"><\/span>Best time to go to Egypt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The best time to travel to Egypt is between October and April, when temperatures are milder (between 20\u00b0C and 30\u00b0C). In summer (May to September), the heat is extreme, especially in places like Luxor or Aswan, where it can exceed 45\u00b0C. If you want to enjoy the temples and the desert without overheating, choose the winter months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFEs_seguro_ir_a_Egipto\"><\/span>Is it safe to go to Egypt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Egypt is generally safe for tourism, especially in areas like Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts. However, be careful with your belongings, avoid protests, and always follow local advice. In more isolated areas of the desert or Sinai, it's a good idea to check official recommendations first. And in Cairo, especially at night, there may be areas that don't feel very safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFEs_caro_Egipto\"><\/span>Is Egypt expensive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Egypt is a fairly affordable destination compared to Europe or America. Admission to monuments and temples can add up quickly (especially if you visit several in one day), but accommodation, food, and local transportation are cheap. You can travel comfortably on a mid-range budget, and even more so if you're backpacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_tarjeta_Sim_Card_usar_en_Egipto\"><\/span>Which SIM card should I use in Egypt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Egypt, there are four major mobile operators offering SIM cards for tourists, all with good coverage across most of the country, including areas like the desert and Upper Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Whichever option you choose, try to buy the SIM card from an official store so they can activate it immediately and avoid any problems. You'll need to present your passport to purchase it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Vodafone_Egypt\"><\/span>1. <strong>Vodafone Egypt<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>The most popular among travelers<\/strong> due to its good coverage, even in tourist areas like Luxor, Aswan, or the desert.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It has very affordable data packages: for example, 8\u201310 GB for around <strong>100\u2013150 EGP<\/strong> (~3\u20135 USD).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Available at Cairo Airport, official stores, and stalls around the city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Orange_Egypt\"><\/span>2. <strong>Orange Egypt<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Good coverage, especially in large cities like Cairo or Alexandria.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tourist plans available with data + minutes combos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prices similar to Vodafone, although in rural areas there may be weaker signal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Etisalat_Misr\"><\/span>3. <strong>Etisalat Misr<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Strong third competitor, with <strong>solid coverage<\/strong> in urban areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Their plans usually have <strong>more gigabytes for the same price<\/strong>, but less coverage in the south.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_WE_Telecom_Egypt\"><\/span>4. <strong>WE (Telecom Egypt)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New compared to the others, but growing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It offers affordable packages and good speed in cities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not yet recommended if you are going to remote areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you do not want to complicate your life with a traditional Sim, and your mobile accepts <strong>eSim<\/strong>, you can buy one from the operator <strong>Airalo<\/strong> through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/es\/esim-card-egypt\/?aid=8195\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">this link offered by the company Civitatis<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_hacer_en_Egipto_en_7_y_14_dias\"><\/span>What to do in Egypt in 7 and 14 days<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Itinerario_tentativo_de_7_dias_en_Egipto\"><\/span>Tentative 7-day itinerary in Egypt: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If it's your first time visiting Egypt, and you only have 7 days to get to know it, my tentative itinerary would be this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 1:<\/strong> Arrival in Cairo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 2:<\/strong> Cairo (Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, Saladin Citadel)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 3:<\/strong> Cairo (Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Saqqara); overnight train to Luxor or fly the next day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 4:<\/strong> Luxor (Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 5:<\/strong> Luxor (West Bank of the Nile River: Valley of the Kings, Deir el-Medina, Hatshepsut, Ramesseus II)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 6:<\/strong> Luxor (relax and discover lesser-known sites like the Valley of the Queens, Medinet Habu Temples, coffee by the Nile, or take a sunset felucca ride)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 7:<\/strong> Return to Cairo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to prioritize visiting temples and don't mind rushing around, I would subtract 1 day from the 7-day itinerary above and add Aswan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 1:<\/strong> Arrival in Cairo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 2:<\/strong> Cairo (Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Saqqara);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 3:<\/strong> Cairo -&gt; Aswan by plane<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 4:<\/strong> Aswan \u2013 Abu Simbel Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 5: <\/strong>Luxor (Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 6:<\/strong> Luxor (West Bank of the Nile River: Valley of the Kings, Deir el-Medina, Hatshepsut, Ramesseus II)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 7:<\/strong> Return to Cairo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Itinerario_tentativo_de_14_dias_en_Egipto\"><\/span>Tentative 14-day itinerary in Egypt: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With 14 days, you can explore more leisurely. I'd add days in the Siwa Oasis or Alexandria, take a cruise on the Nile River, or include the Red Sea region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 1:<\/strong> Arrival in Cairo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 2: <\/strong>Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, and Saqqara<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>D\u00eda 3:<\/strong> Museo Egipcio y Ciudadela de Saladino en El Cairo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 4:<\/strong> Alexandria (round trip or overnight)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 5:<\/strong> Flight or train to Aswan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 6:<\/strong> Aswan: Philae Temple and Felucca Ride<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 7: <\/strong>Aswan and Abu Simbel excursion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 8:<\/strong> Nile cruise (start: Aswan \u2013 Kom Ombo)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 9:<\/strong> Nile Cruise (Edfu \u2013 arrival in Luxor)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 10:<\/strong> Luxor: West Bank (Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 11:<\/strong> Luxor: Karnak and Luxor Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 12:<\/strong> Transfer to Hurghada (Red Sea)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 13:<\/strong> Hurghada: Relaxation and snorkeling in the Red Sea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Day 14:<\/strong> Return to Cairo and departure flight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom fondo-div-egipto00\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerarios\/itinerario-de-egipto-jordania-e-israel-por-libre\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/egipto02_blog-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"Itinerario Egipto, Jordania e Israel\" class=\"wp-image-4322 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/egipto02_blog-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/egipto02_blog.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerarios\/itinerario-de-egipto-jordania-e-israel-por-libre\/\">Travel itinerary we have done through Egypt, Jordan and Israel independently<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n        <div class=\"rttpg-block-postgrid rttpg-block-wrapper rttpg-block-cae27a tpg-filter-type-dropdown meta-visibility-show section-title-style-style3 img_hover_animation_default title-default title_position_default title_hover_border_default meta_position_default tpg-is-author-icon-default author-image-visibility-icon tpg-category-position-default readmore-btn-default-style grid-hover-overlay-type-always grid-hover-overlay-height-default hover-overlay-height-default tpg-title-border-default filter-nex-prev-btn-visible tpg-cat-style1 slider-scroll-hide act-label-style-inline\">\n            <div class=\"rt-container-fluid rt-tpg-container tpg-el-main-wrapper tpg-gutenberg clearfix grid-layout4-main\"\n                 id=\"rt-tpg-container-3270084001\"\n                 data-layout=\"grid-layout4\"\n                 data-grid-style=\"tpg-even\" data-sc-id=\"elementor\"\n                 data-el-settings=''\n                 data-el-query=''\n                 data-el-path=''>\n\t\t\t\t                    <div id=\"bottom-script-loader\" class=\"bottom-script-loader\">\n                        <div class=\"rt-ball-clip-rotate\">\n                            <div><\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t                <div class='tpg-header-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n        <div class=\"tpg-widget-heading-wrapper rt-clear heading-style3\">\n            <span class=\"tpg-widget-heading-line line-left\"><\/span>\n            <h2 class='tpg-widget-heading'><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Entradas_relacionadas_a_Egipto\"><\/span>\n                        <a href=\"#\"  >\n                \n                                    <span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tEntries related to Egypt\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n                    \n                            <\/a>\n\n                    <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>            <span class=\"tpg-widget-heading-line line-right\"><\/span>\n\n            \n        <\/div>\n\n        \n                        <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"rt-row rt-content-loader gutenberg-inner grid-layout4 grid-behaviour tpg-even grid_layout_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"36696\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"36696\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/trivia-sobre-egipto-cuanto-sabes\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/portada-egipto-quiz02-1.webp\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"1216\"\n                             height=\"686\"\n                             alt=\"Portada de la trivia sobre Egipto\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"juegos\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/juegos\/\">Games<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trivia_sobre_Egipto_%C2%BFCuanto_sabes\"><\/span><a data-id=\"36696\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/trivia-sobre-egipto-cuanto-sabes\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">Trivia about Egypt: How much do you know?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"juegos\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/juegos\/\">Games<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2025\/08\/04\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tAugust 4, 2025\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tContinuing with my idea of uniting my passions: travel, history, and games, I created this trivia\u2026\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"4987\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"4987\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/dahab-y-el-mar-rojo\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/dahab_blog01.jpg\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"640\"\n                             height=\"480\"\n                             alt=\"Mar rojo en Dahab\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_hacer_en_Dahab_y_el_Mar_Rojo\"><\/span><a data-id=\"4987\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/dahab-y-el-mar-rojo\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">What to do in Dahab and the Red Sea<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2025\/03\/10\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tMarch 10, 2025\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOn the shores of the Red Sea and at the foot of the imposing Sinai, Dahab is one of those places that captivates\u2026\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"14776\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"14776\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog03JPG.jpg\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"1200\"\n                             height=\"799\"\n                             alt=\"Las Piramides junto con la Esfinge\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guia_para_viajar_a_Egipto\"><\/span><a data-id=\"14776\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">Guide to traveling to Egypt<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2025\/02\/01\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tFebruary 1, 2025\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddec Egypt \ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddec is one of those destinations that will leave a lasting impression. Its historical legacy is simply\u2026\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"39301\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"39301\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-por-egipto\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog03JPG-opt.webp\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"1200\"\n                             height=\"799\"\n                             alt=\"Las Piramides junto con la Esfinge\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"itinerarios\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/itinerarios\/\">Itineraries<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Itinerario_de_2_semanas_por_Egipto\"><\/span><a data-id=\"39301\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-por-egipto\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">2 week Egypt itinerary<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"itinerarios\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/itinerarios\/\">Itineraries<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2024\/08\/18\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tAugust 18, 2024\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTraveling through Egypt for two weeks allowed me to visit some of the most iconic places\u2026\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"4574\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"4574\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/luxor-capital-del-imperio-egipcio-antiguo\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog91-opt.webp\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"1200\"\n                             height=\"900\"\n                             alt=\"Templo de Karnak en Luxor\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_ver_y_hacer_en_Luxor_Templos_y_tumbas_en_ambas_riberas\"><\/span><a data-id=\"4574\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/luxor-capital-del-imperio-egipcio-antiguo\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">What to see and do in Luxor: Temples and tombs on both banks<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2021\/04\/12\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tApril 12, 2021\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLuxor es, sin dudas, uno de los destinos m\u00e1s impresionantes de Egipto. Conocida como la ciudad de&#8230;\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"4506\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"4506\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/asuan-abu-simbel-y-templo-de-philae\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog71.jpg\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"1200\"\n                             height=\"799\"\n                             alt=\"Abu Simbel\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_ver_en_Asuan_y_Templos_del_Sur_de_Egipto_Abu_Simbel_Philae\"><\/span><a data-id=\"4506\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/asuan-abu-simbel-y-templo-de-philae\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">What to see in Aswan and the Southern Temples of Egypt: Abu Simbel, Philae<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2021\/04\/06\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tApril 6, 2021\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAsu\u00e1n, ubicada a orillas del Nilo y rodeada de un paisaje des\u00e9rtico, transmite una calma diferente a&#8230;\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"4436\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"4436\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/visitar-las-piramides-de-giza-por-tu-cuenta\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/blog03JPG.jpg\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"1200\"\n                             height=\"799\"\n                             alt=\"Las Piramides junto con la Esfinge\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visitar_las_Piramides_de_Giza_por_tu_cuenta\"><\/span><a data-id=\"4436\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/visitar-las-piramides-de-giza-por-tu-cuenta\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">Visit the Pyramids of Giza on your own<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2021\/03\/24\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tMarch 24, 2021\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConocer las Pir\u00e1mides de Giza es el sue\u00f1o que muchos tenemos. Y no es para menos. Siendo la \u00fanica de&#8230;\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"4388\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"4388\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/el-cairo-la-ciudad-del-caos\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog04-1-opt.webp\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"1200\"\n                             height=\"799\"\n                             alt=\"Mezquita del Sult\u00e1n Hassan y la Mezquita de Al-Azhar vista desde la ciudadela de Saladino - El Cairo\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"El_Cairo_que_hacer_en_la_ciudad_del_caos\"><\/span><a data-id=\"4388\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/el-cairo-la-ciudad-del-caos\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">Cairo, what to do in the city of chaos<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2020\/03\/27\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tMarch 27, 2020\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tChaotic, vibrant, and full of contrasts\u2014that was my first impression upon arriving in Cairo. A\u2026\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rt-col-md-4 rt-col-sm-6 rt-col-xs-12 default rt-grid-item\" data-id=\"4364\">\n\t<div class=\"rt-holder tpg-post-holder\">\n\t\t<div class=\"rt-detail rt-el-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rt-img-holder tpg-el-image-wrap has-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-id=\"4364\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-viajar-desde-el-cairo-hasta-asuan-en-tren\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/blog06-1.jpg\"\n                             class=\"rt-img-responsive\"\n                             width=\"1200\"\n                             height=\"900\"\n                             alt=\"Estaci\u00f3n de Tren en El Cairo\">\n                        \n                            \n        <\/a>\n                <div class=\"overlay grid-hover-content\"><\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">        <div class=\"tpg-separate-category style1 top_left cat-above-title\">\n\t\t\t<span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\n            <a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <h3 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_viajar_desde_El_Cairo_hasta_Asuan_en_tren\"><\/span><a data-id=\"4364\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-viajar-desde-el-cairo-hasta-asuan-en-tren\/\" class=\"tpg-post-link\" target=\"_self\">How to travel from Cairo to Aswan by train<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"post-meta-tags rt-el-post-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <span class='categories-links'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='fas fa-folder-open'><\/i><a class=\"africa\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/\">Africa<\/a><span class=\"rt-separator\">,<\/span><a class=\"egipto\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/category\/africa\/egipto\/\">Egypt<\/a>\t\t\t<\/span>\n                        <span class='date'>\n\t\t\t\t<i class='far fa-calendar-alt'><\/i>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/2020\/03\/24\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\tMarch 24, 2020\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                \t\t\t<\/span>\n            \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt tpg-el-excerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tpg-excerpt-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIn this article, I'm going to tell you about our experience traveling from Cairo to...\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddec Egypt \ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddec is one of those destinations that will leave a lasting impression. Its historical legacy is simply immense: ancient pyramids, rock-carved temples, and tombs steeped in mystery that\u2026<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":13322,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[183,190],"tags":[209,175,201],"class_list":["post-14776","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-africa","category-egipto","tag-arabe","tag-guias","tag-historia"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Gu\u00eda para viajar a Egipto - El Prisma de Fer<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Gu\u00eda de Egipto: descubre todo sobre viajar a Egipto, c\u00f3mo moverse, seguridad, comidas y los imprescindibles que no te puedes perder.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/guia-para-viajar-a-egipto\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Gu\u00eda para viajar a Egipto - 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