VISITEURS
Read moreThis team of Asian connoisseurs and enthusiasts presents a 9 or 11-day guided tour in Japan: "Splendours of Japan". A classic but well-crafted itinerary that will take you to Tōkyō, Hiroshima, Kyotō, Nara and Osaka. Visitors can also choose from a wide range of tailor-made stays with modules such as the one available at Tōkyō
GARE FERROVIAIRE EL-MISR
Read moreThe city's main station and Alexandria's terminus. "Mahattat Misr" is an Egyptian National Railways station, served by trains on the Alexandria - Cairo route. Located close to the center of Alexandria, it's a convenient way to get to the west of the city, to the beaches of Agami. The railway station is about 1 km south of Midan Ramla. If you're arriving from Cairo and heading into the city center around Midan Saad Zaghloul, make sure you stay as far as this stop.
GARE FERROVIAIRE DE SIDI GABER
Read moreSidi Gaber Station is one of the two main railway stations in Alexandria. It was built in the late 1850s. It is the oldest railway station in Egypt. You get off there to get more easily from the district of Sporting Club, Semouha to all the east of the city. You can take Sharia el-Horreya to the north, or to Semuha to the south. Inside the station you will find a few restaurants and cafes to keep you waiting.
GARE FERROVIAIRE
Read moreAt Luxor station, two counters that are often overcrowded sell tickets on normal trains, while one counter specialises in sleeping car tickets. It is best to ask the hotel to pick up your tickets to avoid crowds. Ticket dispenser. Classic train: Cairo/Louxor: 119 LE in2nd class, duration 9 hours; Luxor/Assouan: 62 LE in2nd class, duration 3 hours. Sleeping car: Cairo/Louxor: 80 US$ in double cabin, departure 19h-arrival at 6am; Luxor/Cairo: 80 US$ in double cabin, departure 22h-arrival at 8am.
AÉROPORT INTERNATIONAL DE LOUXOR
Read moreArrival: two mats for local flights, three mats for international flights. Departure: ticket offices located in the same hall. Located 6 km from the city, a bus service connects the airport to Luxor. You will easily find a taxi, but be careful to negotiate the fare before getting in the car if the taxi does not have a meter. This small airport renovated in the early 2000s has all the necessary services (ATM, catering, duty free...)
GARE FERROVIAIRE
Read moreAswan railway station is a classic little station, with the same neo-Egyptian architecture as all the stations in Upper Egypt. There's a small cafeteria and a cash dispenser. There's also a special ticket office for sleeping cars. For conventional trains, you'll have to elbow your way to get your ticket, so it's best to ask your hotel concierge to arrange it for you. Cairo/Aswan: 137 LE in 2nd, duration 13h; Aswan/Louxor: 62 LE in 2nd, duration 3h. Sleeping car: Cairo/Aswan: US$80 in double cabin, departure at 7pm, arrival at 10am.
UBER
Read moreThere's no need to introduce the international app that lets you get around any city in the world. In Cairo and Egypt, this app is widely used by both native and adopted Egyptians. We recommend that you install the app before your trip, along with your means of payment. That way, there are no nasty surprises when it comes to prices or drivers taking you from one place to another: just register your departure and arrival addresses (even if you need help from your guide or host) and off you go, Simone!
ARTS ET VIE
Read moreFor 60 years, Arts et Vie, a cultural association for travel and leisure, has been developing tourism open to knowledge and cultural and human discovery. The spirit of the trips is part of an associative tradition characterized by a friendly atmosphere, rich in encounters, heritage and civilizations of the world. All the tours are led by passionate guides, trained by the association, anxious to share their enthusiasm with the travellers. Five continents... sixty countries... to each his own!
ATALANTE
Read moreAtalante is an agency created in 1986 by two passionate travellers, and is a forerunner in the organisation of treks and in its commitment to responsible tourism. High level trekking or simple walks in the countryside, there is something for all physical conditions, so to each his own trek (Vercors, Auvergne, Brittany, Corsica, Cevennes, Alps...), in small groups, with family or in free walking. She can also create a unique adventure trip according to your wishes, aspirations and desires!
AÉROPORT INTERNATIONAL DE HURGHADA
Read moreHurghada International Airport is one of the most important airports in the country, as the region is very popular with tourists. You will therefore find all the services you need there, including ATM machines. It is located 5 km from El Dahar, the city centre of Hurghada. To get to your resort, you can contact the hotel directly, most of them offering transfers, or take a taxi from the hotel.
VOYAGEURS DU MONDE
Read moreFor the past 40 years, Voyageurs du Monde has been building a world totally dedicated to tailor-made, individual travel, thanks - among other things - to the expert advice provided by qualified specialists in their destination of choice or origin. You'll benefit from their help not only in preparing your trip, but throughout the entire duration of your stay. All tours are suitable for children, as it's all a question of pace. We also offer a website with rich, inspiring content and a tailor-made mobile application.
GARE CENTRALE
Read moreThe place, not entirely foreign to movie lovers, served as the unique setting for Gare Centrale, one of Youssef Chahine's most famous films. The large building, built in the 19th century, is rather elegant for a railway station. It remains the junction between the railway and the metro. The colossal statue of Ramses II that stood in the middle of the footbridges has been moved, suffering from pollution. In the middle of the great hall, the information kiosk of the railway station will tell you where you can buy the ticket for your destination.
HORIZONS NOMADES
Read moreNeed to escape, want to go off the beaten track? Push the door of Horizons Nomades, a travel agency unlike any other, almost confidential in this alley in Strasbourg, but one that lovers of beautiful travels know how to find. The frame already transports you elsewhere, nothing standardized, exotic or oriental furniture, unusual objects, sculptures, masks and African jewellery set the tone here and there, and awakens the instinct to travel if you didn't have it! The welcome is up to your expectations, we take the time to listen to you, we exchange and we prepare a tailor-made trip, in particular conditions of discovery of countries and peoples sometimes unknown, and that is what makes the difference with the other brands. With Horizons Nomades, luxury does not depend on the number of stars in a hotel facility, luxury is being found almost alone or in a small group, with an experienced guide. Hiking in preserved landscapes, camel trekking, bivouacs and nights under the stars, local cuisine, cultural sharing, it is another art of travelling. Destinations make you dream...
HOMADVENTURES
Read moreCreated in 2017, this small agency specializing in adventure is run by Hesham, an Egyptian from Cairo with a passion for Sinai. A mountain and climbing guide and rescue diver, he works with a network of locals (Bedouins) and eco-responsible structures. He organizes tailor-made trips throughout the peninsula. In Dahab, he organizes hiking, outdoor climbing, diving and all water sports. From 1 day to 2 weeks, he will organize a unique stay for you. Guaranteed thrills - tried and tested, we highly recommend it!
STEAM SHIP SUDAN
Read moreTime for luxury: sailing aboard the Steam Ship Sudan, the oldest steamer on the Nile, is an extraordinary experience. Built in the early 20th century, it is the last remaining vintage steamer on the river. Its strengths? Small capacity and a way of reconciling the original atmosphere with modern-day comfort. A double teak deck, a black hull, paddle wheels and a ship's chimney that exhales steam: you really are in another world! The cruise lasts six days, departing from Luxor or Aswan. An experience in itself!
WATANIA TRAIN COUCHETTES
Read moreYou can get information by e-mail but it is better to travel or phone. Don't wait to reserve your place as it can take up to three days to do so. If you're in a real hurry and the trains are full, try your luck without a reservation. A photocopy of your passport will be required. Trains in general: n°86, departure at 7.45 pm from Cairo Central Station and at 8.15 pm from Giza Station; arrival at 5.45 am in Luxor and 8.50 am in Aswan. Extra train running only on Thursdays at 7.30 pm (7.55 pm Giza).
NOUR EL NIL
Read moreEnrique, Eléonore and Memdouh built their company with the aim of offering travelers an authentic way to discover this country and its river. The company owns several dahabiehs, including the Meroe, Malouka, Nile andAswan. The cruise lasts 6 days, with stops at Esna, Edfu and Kôm-Ombo, and visits to sites otherwise inaccessible by river. The dahabiyas are all built under the supervision of Memdouh, a sailor with over 30 years' experience of navigation on the Nile.
AVIS
Read moreIf you stay a few days in Sharm el-Sheikh to explore the surroundings, it is always possible to rent a car. An international driving licence is accepted in Egypt, but be careful, you must be at least 25 years old. At night, don't drive too fast as many cars driven by Egyptians don't have their lights on ... Also, don't venture beyond the roads and be aware that 4X4 vehicles require a special permit from the Egyptian authorities. In any case, take out the maximum insurance that is offered to you.
GARE ROUTIÈRE DE MIDAN AHMED HELMI
Read moreThis is the most important station in the Middle of Egypt. Buses every hour for Minyeh and Assiout and some for Le (for this last destination, prefer departure from Midan Guiza; it's gone, it goes in minibus, but it's better).
GARE ROUTIÈRE DE CAIRO GETAWAY
Read moreCairo Getaway (formerly Turgoman) is Cairo's main bus station. From there one leaves for Alexandria and the Mediterranean coast, the Suez Canal region, the Sinai, the deserts and the Nile valley. It is wise to buy your ticket one or two days in advance and have the time and place of departure confirmed. Prices vary somewhat depending on the airline you choose, but on average you should expect to pay around 20 Egyptian pounds for a 100 km trip.
GARE ROUTIÈRE DE GUIZA
Read moreSouth of Cairo, bus Station serving desert oases. Bahareyya, Oasis, Dakhla, Kharga.
Opposite a minibus station for the same destinations. Don't have to cross the city centre.
GARE ROUTIÈRE DE MIDAN SALAH EL-DIN
Read moreDeparture for the oases Bahareyya, Oasis and Dakhla (no direct link to Siwa). Deposit at the level of the western stronghold of the citadel. It is best to book tickets in advance.
ULTRAMARINA
Read moreUltramarina is a specialist in scuba diving and holidays on little-visited tropical islands. Over thirty years' experience has given us an excellent knowledge of the destinations we offer. Our staff will give you all the advice you need to make your trip an unforgettable one. In addition to its head office in Nantes, Ultramarina has several offices in Paris, Lyon and Marseille, as well as in Geneva, Switzerland. All practical information is available on the website. A benchmark for diving holidays.
INTERMÈDES
Read moreIn association with the Intermèdes agency, Terre Entière offers pilgrimages and spiritual itineraries to the most important sites in the Christian tradition. The pilgrimages are accompanied by experienced religious who will help you experience a spiritual itinerary in a spirit of openness. Groups are limited to 25 participants.
CLUB FAUNE VOYAGES
Read moreAccompanied and advised by one of these passionate experts, true specialists in travel in France and abroad, you will build together the "trip of your dreams" and discover secret addresses and off-the-beaten-track experiences during tailor-made itineraries. Your consultant will welcome you in the agency's "Travel Space": a cosy lounge with a large screen projection of the essential stages of your future trip, to meet your expectations, and even beyond, and create a truly authentic tailor-made trip!
SINDBAD VOYAGES
Read moreSindbab is a French tour operator founded in 1996. From Morocco to Central Asia through Arabia, Sindbad Voyages offers original trips. On the program for the Emirates: the Musandam Peninsula and Dubai for an 8-day trip between modernity and traditions or a 6-day tour with Abu Dhabi, the city of Al Aïn and Dubai. These travel designers can also offer you tailor-made trips, special family trips, and also organized group trips on dates that suit you, with your desires and suggestions.
FLEUVES DU MONDE
Read moreSince 1989, FDM (Fleuves Du Monde) offers a vision of the world from its rivers. On more than twenty destinations, the spirit of this agency is to participate in a reading of landscapes, societies, urban or rural, civilizations by choosing water as a "vector" of rapprochement between the traveler and what (s) he visits. The fleets themselves, made of small boats, have been specially designed to blend in with the space and societies of the river banks, respecting local know-how and traditions.
MELTOUR
Read moreThis travel agency offers very attractive prices. We'll organize the cheapest possible trip for you, and the one best suited to your requirements and the services you want. You can travel in private service for two people or more, at your own pace, with the best guides, thanks to the receptives selected by AURIGE - GROUPE MELTOUR. You'll also be able to attend the most popular traditional festivals and celebrations in the country you wish to visit. AURIGE - GROUPE MELTOUR offers a reliable service.
AQUAREV
Read moreAquarev now offers just one type of holiday in Malaysia, but not the least enjoyable. For 11 days, you'll set off for Layang-Layang Island, 1 hour from Kota-Kinabalu. Here you can observe fascinating marine flora and fauna: hammerhead sharks, schools of barracudas, turtles, spotted and manta rays, ghost pipefish and a collection of magnificent nudibranchs. Diving is provided by a PADI center, and many other activities are on the program: swimming, birdwatching, kayaking, windsurfing and cycling.
AMV SUBOCÉA
Read moreThe diving specialist could only be from Marseilles! From the Indo-Pacific pool to the Caribbean, via the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea, AMV conceives cruises and stays to discover the most famous spots of diving in the world. The agency also receptions you at the airport, prepares your plane ticket, your transfer in ferry and the hotel. More than 200 offers in nearly 40 countries.
FUN & FLY - SPORT AWAY
Read moreFun & Fly - Sport Away offers a wide range of activities for wave lovers! Surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand-up paddling: 4 different types of water sports available in different packages. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, a family or a group of enthusiasts, in search of a party or in search of unusual discoveries, you will find here the trip that suits you to one of the many destinations available: from Corsica to Martinique, including Brazil, Turkey or Venezuela, many solutions are offered, to suit all budgets.
ICTUS VOYAGES
Read moreIctus Voyages specializes in cultural trips with lecturers, Christian pilgrimages and spiritual walks to over 45 destinations. The agency offers meaningful journeys on its website or made-to-measure. On the menu: discovery of the human and spiritual history of the places visited, encounters with local populations, knowledge of other religions, geopolitics... all accompanied by experienced guides. "Au coeur de l'Inde historique et sacrée" takes you on a 13-day tour from Delhi to Jaipur, Calcutta and Kerala.
CLIMATS DU MONDE THAÏLANDE
Read moreClimats du Monde offers a wide range of tours, and can also help you tailor a trip to suit your desires and budget. Themed tours to suit every taste. Request a free online quote. A passionate, professional team is on hand to answer your questions and help you create a trip that's 100% your own. The "Orchids" and "Unusual Thailand" tours will let you discover the mysteries of Bangkok for a week or 10 days.
LES MATINS DU MONDE
Read moreTrips like no other. Trips at your own pace to experience all kinds of adventures, not far from here for a hike in the Vercors or at the end of the world for a photo safari in Botswana. A small experienced team is at your disposal to propose you a trip adapted to all your desires. You will find in this agency personalized advices, original and off the beaten track trips. Flights, with or without guide, various accommodations, hiking, cultural trips..
GARE FERROVIAIRE
Read moreCairo railway station is an ideal starting point for exploring Egypt by train. However, some travelers have reported difficulties in selecting their nationality when booking online. In this case, we recommend that you ask for assistance at your hotel reception or go directly to the station to book your ticket. Train ticket prices may vary according to the class chosen and the destination. It is important to note that prices may be quoted in Egyptian pounds (LE) and that there may be a price difference for foreigners. It is advisable to check current prices with the station before booking your ticket.
CONSEIL SUPRÊME DES ANTIQUITÉS
Read moreIt is sometimes necessary to request permission to visit some excavation sites in the delta, and the Supreme Council of Antiquities can be able to unlock situations.
EXCURSIONS MOHAMED SAID
Read moreDifferent routes from the White Desert to the Gilf el-Kabir.
REAL EGYPT
Read moreDahabiya Nile Sailing specializes in organizing dahabieh cruises on the Nile, designed to let you discover the treasures of Egypt as the travelers of the past did, on a magnificent sailing ship in a small group. Dahabiya Nile Sailing is part of the Real Egypt group, which specializes in tailor-made tours of Egypt, with guaranteed departure dates all year round. Our team of qualified English- and French-speaking guides and advisors will help you organize the trip of your dreams.
AÉROPORT INTERNATIONAL DE BORG EL-ARAB
Read moreBorg el-Arab airport is a former military airport, capable of handling heavy long-haul flights. This is where all flights to Alexandria land while al-Nozha airport is being renovated. Located some 50 km from the city center, it takes at least 200 LE by cab to get there, and requires at least an hour's transport. A number of car rental agencies have set up branches here.
AGENCE CONSULAIRE DE FRANCE À LOUXOR
Read moreAn Honorary Consul of France does not have authority to issue visas for France or the Schengen area or to marry French nationals on the ground. It can be consulted in cases of extreme urgency, difficulty being understood during hospitalization, arrest, fraud. French citizens abroad are subject to the civil and criminal laws of the countries they visit. French citizens who also have Egyptian citizenship cannot assert their French citizenship in Egypt.
WEST DELTA
Read moreFrom Alexander, the West Delta bus company serves many cities in the north of the country and Cairo. The bus company also has a ticket counter at the bus station, so don't panic if you pick up your tickets at the last minute. From the bus station, the company serves various destinations. Another office is located in Sidi Gaber, Midan Semouha. The company's buses also leave from the bus station of El Mohaf el-Gedid, 15 minutes from Saad Zaghlol (no traffic / 1 hour with traffic).
AÉROPORT INTERNATIONAL D'ASSOUAN
Read moreThe airport is located 16 km southwest of the city, which can be reached in about 30 minutes by taxi. We pass by the dam to reach it and we see Philae not far away: welcome! Although small, the airport is modern, there is a small catering service, wi-fi, an exchange office and an ATM. You can also rent a car there, although it is better not to take too much risk on the Egyptian roads!
GARE ROUTIÈRE
Read moreMicrobuses, the easiest way to get around the region, leave from the bus station. This is an economical option for visiting the temples of Kom-Ombo and Edfu on the way to Luxor. Bus journeys to the Red Sea from Aswan are not recommended. Here are the times for the main destinations served here: Aswan/Louxor, 4-hour journey, with stops at Kom-Ombo and Edfu. 5 buses a day Aswan/Kom-Ombo: 1-hour journey. 5 buses a day Aswan/Edfu: 2h journey. Aswan/Abou Simbel.
GARE ROUTIÈRE
Read moreThere are around ten buses a day to Hurghada, with four different companies each offering two to three buses a day. Aswan is best reached by microbus or train. For the Luxor/Hurghada and Safaga journey, allow 4/5 hours. Luxor/Cairo: 8-10 hrs. Luxor/Marsa Alam (with a stopover): approx. 6 hrs. There are buses to Sharm el-Sheikh and Dahab, but they take a long time as there are many checkpoints due to the unrest in Sinai, so it's better to take a domestic flight than a bus.
CAPTAIN KARIM
Read moreCaptain Karim is remarkable among his colleagues for keeping his boat and the seriousness of his benefits. Instead of using any bâtelier, you can reserve its services and both boats.
THOMAS COOK
Read moreThe Aswan Agency also proposes to join cruises at the last moment.
STAR SHINE TOURS
Read moreThis agency of Chinese origin has won the confidence of international tourism thanks to its reliable and quality services. You can call on it for "dry" services (car rental, hotel reservations, day trips, etc.) or for complete cruise-type stays. Their site is very clear, you can organize everything from the web. But you can also go to the agency: they will give you all the information you need to organize excursions, even the day before departure!
TERRE VOYAGES
Read moreTerre Voyages is a benchmark tour operator for off-the-beaten-track tours. Dedicated to tailor-made tours, this tour operator invites you to experience adventure and wonder, while respecting the environment, local people and their culture.
PRIVILEGES VOYAGES
Read morePrivilèges Voyages is a travel agency located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. With more than 30 years of expertise, it offers tailor-made trips all over the world. The Privilèges Voyages team emphasizes refinement and luxury, and is committed to creating unforgettable experiences for its customers. The agency offers ultra-personalized service at every stage of the trip, with a dedicated advisor to accompany customers before, during and after their journey. Privilèges Voyages is also a partner of major hotel chains, offering exclusive benefits to its customers. In addition to travel booking, the agency offers a range of complementary services such as visa handling, online seat reservation and check-in, organization of private excursions and exclusive tours, and much more. Privilèges Voyages is registered with the "Atout France" tourism development agency and has financial guarantees.