Weather
Hot dry summers with mild, dry winters and cold nights.
Passport / Visa Requirements
All nationalities, except Bahrain, Djibouti, Guinea, Libya, Oman, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, UAE and Yemen, require visas.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations are recommended for cholera, hepatitis A and B, diphtheria, tuberculosis and tetanus. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from an infected area.
Political / Economic Situation
Egypt is a stable part of the Middle East and although Islamic fundamentalism and economic problems are constant worries, travellers will hardly be affected.
Restrictions
None.
Airports / Air Access
Cairo's international airport receives most European, Asian and African airlines and there are airports at Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh.
Road Conditions / Infrastructure
All sites can be reached by road, rail or even water transport.
