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All non-Egyptian visitors arriving in Egypt are required to be in possession of a valid passport. Entry visas may be obtained from Egyptian Diplomatic and Consular Missions Abroad or from the Entry Visa Department at the Travel Documents, Immigration and Nationality Administration (TDINA). Depending on your nationality, you may be able to obtain a tourist visa on arrival in Cairo. Please check with the nearest Egyptian Consulate for specific details and regulations relevant to your nationality. Citizens of the following countries are required to be in possession of a pre-arrival visa: Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Chechnya, Croatia, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kirghizia, Lebanon, Macau, Macedonia, Malaysia, Moldavia, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, The Philippines, Russia, Serbia and Montenegro, Sri-Lanka, Tadzhikistan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan and all African countries.
1115 Corniche El Nile Located in the heart of Cairo on the east bank of the Nile. The Ramses Hilton is within walking distance of downtown shopping districts and the famous Egyptian Museum. The hotel is just 30 minutes' drive from the Pyramids and 45 minutes from Cairo International Airport.
Getting there from the Cairo International Airport:
For your convenience, we are providing some accommodation options. These are not recommendations or endorsements, only suggestions.
Driving in Cairo is not recommended if you are not familiar with the traffic there. Streets are always crowded and traffic rules are not always followed. From the airport: Right outside the airport you will find taxis lined up. You will most likely be approached by taxi drivers looking for customers. The fare is usually between 60-70 Egyptian pounds which is about $20 to get to anywhere in the city. Cairo Cab: The new “yellow” taxis offer a more reliable, luxurious and advanced taxi service in modern air-conditioned cars operating in Cairo and Giza. There are stops for the cabs and there is a free number to order a cab. The cab drivers speak English for the millions of tourists. An average cab ride is $3 USD, prices may vary on distance. The numbers to call a cab are 19155 and 19730. Ordinary black and white cabs are also available around the clock, but since they never use their meters be sure to agree on the fare in advance. Public transport: Cairo has many models of public transportation, but tourists may not be comfortable with the heavy crowds on the subways and busses as well as the fact that bus system is not always 100 percent reliable. Subway: The city has an extensive subway system that runs on a regular (and reliable) schedule. The subway trains run every six minutes from 5:30 a.m. until midnight in winter and until 1:00 am in summer.
Pyramids of Giza
Address:
Pyramid Road, 11 miles (18km) southwest of the centre Old Cairo
The small and enclosed area, also known as Coptic Cairo,
is the oldest part of the city and was once known as the Roman
stronghold of Babylon; some of the old walls still exist. It is the
ancient heart of the Coptic Christian community and, although only five
of
Tucked away between
them all is one of the few remaining synagogues still in use in
Egypt.
Saladin Citadel (Al-Qalaa)
Islamic
Cairo Islamic Cairo is the area of the city which holds the most, the greatest and the most famous Islamic monuments. Many of these raised by the Fatimid caliphs who founded the city Cairo (preceded by Fustat or Old Cairo). Unlike Islamic quarters in other cities, people, often quite poor, continue to live next to historic monuments and mosques. A huge, bustling center of worship, trade, shopping and commuting - it's a must-see for any visitors and deserves at least a couple of days exploring. Khan al-Khalili
Egyptian Museum of AntiquitiesWith over 100,000 artifacts in 107 halls, the Egyptian Museum provides days of exploration. Inside are treasures from ancient Egypt, including priceless finery taken from ancient royal tombs, and one of the museum’s masterpieces, the statue of Khafre (Chephren). The most popular attraction is the Tutankhamun Gallery where exquisite treasures from the tomb of the Boy King are displayed, including the famous solid gold death mask. Another top attraction is the Royal Mummy Room containing mummies of some of the most powerful Pharaohs in Egypt dating from the 18th to the 20th Dynasties.
Address:
Mariette Pasha Street, Tahrir Square;
Website: www.egyptianmuseum.gov.eg
Cairo is a city that never sleeps. There are hundreds of hot spots and nightclubs around the city. Most of the hotels have nice nightclubs and there is also the famous Haram St. where most of the oldest nightclubs in the city reside. For more information: www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Egypt/Muhafazat_al_Qahirah/Cairo-2008750/Nightlife-Cairo-TG-C-1.html
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The
pyramids are the earth’s oldest tourist attraction and the Great
Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) is the only remainder of the seven ancient
wonders of the world. Throughout their history, they have fired human
imagination, with much speculation as to their origin and purpose, but
most evidence supports the theory that they were built by the ancient
civilization as tombs or great monuments in which to bury their kings
and 
three of the major religions of the modern world. It is a peaceful place
to wander around and a respite from the busy city centre. Churches of
interest are the Al-Muallaqa (Hanging Church)
Another
part of Old Cairo worth seeing is Coptic Museum, which
reflects the period where ancient Egypt changed into Christian and
Muslim Egypt. 
This
massive stone fortress set in a beautiful tropical location with
magnificent views, was built by Salah ad-Din in the 12th century.
Visitors have the freedom to roam the castle, which remains in pristine
condition, including the execution room. Two other mosques are located
at the Citadel, the 13th/14th century Mosque of al-Nasir Muhammad and
the 16th century Mosque of Suleyman Pasha. The Al-Gawhara Palace,
National Military Museum and Police Museum can also be found inside the
Citadel. 
Buzzing
with the activities of buying and selling, Khan al-Khalili is one of the
largest markets in the world. It is situated within Islamic Cairo, a
World Heritage Site that attracts travelers and locals alike. This is
the best place to soak up the colors of Cairo and to people-watch.
Traders have been bargaining in these alleys since the 14th century and
it is possible to buy almost anything, from exotic perfume bottles to
everyday Arabic clothing. 
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