Is Egypt really that cheap? Let's do the math

This country is considered one of the most budget-friendly vacation destinations. But do the cheaper prices really correspond to the quality? Read below to find out.

Getting there

In order not to spend a lot of time traveling to major cities in Poland, we recommend choosing airports closer to the Ukrainian border. For example, the town of Ryashiv is located 100 kilometers from Krakowiec. From there, you can go to the capital Sharm el-Sheikh for $741 round-trip with 2 transfers. The trip will take 22 hours. Instead, a ticket from Warsaw will cost $709 with 1 stop. The flight will take about 15 hours. The more expensive the price, the shorter the flight.

Tickets from the capital of Moldova, Chisinau, will cost $790 round-trip.

Keep in mind that early booking is one of the most effective ways to save on airfare. It's worth checking prices for different dates, as weekday flights are much cheaper. And, of course, traveling off-season will also make your wallet happy.

Accommodation

"It's better to forget about 5-star hotels," you might think when you see their appearance. However, don't rush to judgment, because Egypt's pricing and service will satisfy any traveler.

For example, 5 days in a standard double room will cost from $509. There is an all-inclusive system and a free taxi from the airport. A room with a pool view and breakfast will cost $389.

For a deluxe studio room, you will have to pay $135 for 5 nights. Not far from the coastline, a seasonal offer - apartments with one bedroom, living room, kitchen and bathroom - will cost from $61. We recommend keeping an eye out for sales and promotions, as this is how you can book accommodation at a bargain price.

Meals

In most cases, tourists stay for meals in hotels. The establishments offer a wide range of dishes: from breakfast to dinner. If you still want to go outside the facility, then lunch in an inexpensive restaurant will cost about $3.2, a cup of cappuccino - $1.54.

Be sure to try the national cuisine of Egypt: ful medames (mashed beans with garlic, lemon juice and olive oil), domiati (soft white cheese made from buffalo milk), chorba (vegetable soup with meat broth, sprouted beans or lentil soup), and koshari (pasta, rice, chickpeas seasoned with tomato sauce and spices).

In a supermarket, a standard set of products will cost $3:

• water - $0.18
• milk - $0.8
• bread - $0.51
• 12 eggs - $1.1
• 1 kilogram of oranges - $0.41.

Transportation

One of the most popular ways to get around for locals is by train. There are many rail services that provide easy access to all major cities, including Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, and Aswan.

By the way, Egypt has a traditional wooden sailing boat called a felucca, which has been used for centuries. This is an unusual way to learn a little more about the neighborhood. It can be rented for a few hours or even days. A private trip on the Nile River lasting 2 hours will cost $24-$30. For a single bus ticket, you will have to pay $0.12, and for a taxi - $0.32.

Entertainment

The land of the pharaohs has prepared many interesting sights for tourists. Be sure to visit the Giza necropolis. The complex of pyramids is located 8 kilometers from the old city in the desert. The buildings were erected during the reigns of the IV and VI dynasties. Ticket price is $10 for adults.

In Luxor, the Karnak Temple attracts the attention of travelers. Since 1979, the shrine has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. There are 10 large pylons and an alley of sphinxes. The entrance fee is about $6 and $3.25 for students.

To learn more about the history of the country, you can go to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization ($11.20). It has a large collection of artifacts.

For lovers of outdoor activities, we recommend choosing diving tours (from $30-$60) and snorkeling tours (from $20) in Sharm el-Sheikh. A safari trip in jeeps and ATVs in the desert will cost from $25.

Total budget

A vacation for two for five days will cost about $1,708:

• airfare - $1,107
• accommodation in a superior double room - $509
• lunches in an inexpensive cafe - $35
• daily bus fare - $2.16
• entrance to 3 attractions - $54.4

Of course, you can have a much cheaper vacation. To do this, choose hotels that are located a little further from the coastline, book everything in advance and keep an eye out for cheap airfare.

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