Egypt (Cairo) travel guide
Quick facts
EmergencyPolice 122, ambulance 123, fire 180, tourist police 126CurrencyEgyptian pound EGPPlugs & voltageType C/F · 220 VTime zoneUTC+2 winter, UTC+3 summer (last Friday of April to last Thursday of October)
Best time to visit and cost
Best monthsOctober, November, December, January, February, March, AprilClimateWarmCostLowFamiliesGoodHalal foodExcellentHighlightspyramids, history, low cost
General estimates. Check weather and prices before booking.
Emergency numbers checked against official sources on 14 Nov 2026. Other data is for reference.
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