Volunteering in Egypt: A Unique Travel Experience

  • Day 1: City of Cairo
    From Cairo International Airport: 30 minutes (20 km)

    Kick-off your volunteering trip with a tour around Egypt's capital, Cairo, and visit prominent sites like the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, and the bustling Khan El-Khalili Bazaar. You can also enjoy traditional food in El Fishawy Cafe.

  • Day 2: Alexandria
    From Cairo: 2.5 hours (225 km)

    Take a trip to the breathtaking city of Alexandria and come across stunning architecture such as the Library of Alexandria and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. After that, head to the El Amir Bakery and treat yourself to a delicious breakfast with locals.

  • Day 3: Luxor & Aswan
    From Alexandria: 9 hours (820 km)

    Visit the historical cities of Luxor and Aswan and get enchanted by the famous landmarks including the Valley of Kings, Temple of Karnak, and the Abu Simbel Temple. Don't forget to taste authentic Egyptian food in El Masry Restaurant.

  • Day 4: Sharm El-Sheikh
    From Aswan: 6 hours (480 km)

    Discover the paradise-like city of Sharm El-Sheikh and spend a day by the beautiful Naama Bay, take a dive into crystal clear waters and feast on seafood at Fares Seafood Restaurant.

  • Day 5: Hurghada
    From Sharm El-Sheikh: 2.5 hours (250 km)

    Wrap up your journey with a relaxing day in Hurghada and enjoy a luxurious beach day at Sahara Beach or book a diving trip to explore the Red Sea marine life. End the day with a delightful meal at Star Fish Restaurant.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Cairo Museum of Egyptian Antiquities (2-3 hours, EGP 160)
  • El Fishawy Cafe (1 hour, EGP 50-100)
  • Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa (1-2 hours, EGP 50-80)
  • El Amir Bakery (1 hour, EGP 30-50)
  • Abu Simbel Temple (2-3 hours, EGP 300)
  • El Masry Restaurant (1 hour, EGP 100-150)
  • Fares Seafood Restaurant (2 hours, EGP 200-300)
  • Sahara Beach (1-2 hours, EGP 30-50)
  • Star Fish Restaurant (1 hour, EGP 150-200)

  • Total Estimated Costs: EGP 1170-1630

Transportation

Travelers should consider renting a car to save time and money. Beware of the heavy traffic in Cairo and Alexandria. Taxis and public transport are also accessible, especially in cities. Estimated daily transportation costs range from EGP 100-200.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore other cities such as Dahab, Marsa Alam, and Taba. If you have less time, you can skip Luxor and Aswan and enjoy more time in Sharm El-Sheikh or Hurghada.

Airports

Egypt's main airport is Cairo International Airport (CAI), located 22 km northeast of Cairo city center. Other airports include Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) and Hurghada International Airport (HRG). Sharm El-Sheikh airport is 45 km from Naama Bay, and Hurghada airport is 5 km from the city center.

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