Introduction to Cairo

Stretching for 25 miles along the banks of the River Nile, Cairo is the largest city in Africa where ancient civilization and the modern world collide. Modern shopping arcades and some of the world's finest hotels are mixed in with a wealth of historical sites such as the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Saladin’s Citadel, and the Cairo Museum. Please ask about our range of Cairo excursions.

"He who hath not seen Cairo, hath not seen the world"
- From 1,001 Arabian Nights

Getting There & Around

Cairo International Airport has flight connections to both domestic destinations and the rest of the world. The airport is located about 12 miles to the north east of the city. Once you are in Cairo, there is an extensive transport system that allows you to get around by bus, minibus, tram, river bus and metro. Cairo is the centre of almost the entire Egyptian transport network.

Weather

The hot desert climate of Cairo also experiences high humidity due to the effects of the River Nile. In March and April, wind storms (Khamseen) can bring Saharan dust into the city. Rainfall is sparse but sudden showers can cause harsh flooding. The average daily temperatures in Celcius:

Who it suits

Cairo is a city that can never be described as dull. It is a place that is rich in history so it is must for anyone who is interested in the countries ancient past. Cairo is a 24 hour city so your time here will be hectic but very rewarding. After a day visiting the sights of Cairo, why not spend the evening relaxing in a traditional coffee house enjoying a shisha (water pipe), tea or Turkish coffee. You can visit Cairo as a city break for a few nights or as a part of your multi-centre holiday.

To discuss your visit to Cairo, please call on 0208 816 8789 or email us using the 'Contact Us' page and we'll get right back to you.