Discover mysterious Egypt – the land of majestic pyramids, the azure Red Sea, and the priceless heritage of ancient civilizations!

Direct flights from Sunday Airlines to Sharm El Sheikh from Almaty, Astana, Shymkent, Kostanay, Aktobe, and Uralsk.

Egypt has a warm climate and sunny weather all year round. The average air temperature ranges from +25 to +35°C, and in the summer months, especially in August, it can reach +39°C.

 The best time to visit is from April to November, when the temperature is comfortable for beach holidays and excursions.

 Winter (December–February): air temperature +20–+25°C, the water can be cool, and strong winds are possible in some regions.

 Summer (June–August): the heat reaches its peak, but thanks to the dry climate, it is easier to tolerate than in countries with high humidity.

  WHAT TO EAT

FOOD AND DRINKS

Traditional Egyptian cuisine combines aromatic spices, meat and vegetable dishes, seafood, and beans.

Popular dishes:

- Ful medames – stewed beans with garlic and lemon,

- Kushari – a mixture of pasta, rice, and chickpeas with tomato sauce,

- Shawarma and kebabs – grilled meat dishes,

- Amluq – local fish baked with spices.

Many restaurants serve European cuisine, and hotels operate on an “all-inclusive” basis. It is recommended to drink only bottled water.

Egyptian resorts offer everything you need for a family vacation: large sandy beaches, gentle entry into the sea, and plenty of entertainment for children. Hotels offer entertainment programs, children's pools, and mini-clubs. The most comfortable time to travel with children is spring and autumn, but you can also vacation here in summer thanks to the dry climate.

•  It is prohibited to import drones and other flying devices. Violations are punishable by fines and confiscation, and in some cases, imprisonment.

•  The export of corals, seashells, stuffed animals, and ivory is prohibited. When purchasing such souvenirs, keep the receipt from the store.

•  When buying a hookah, remember that its metal parts may need to be checked in with your luggage.

• You can purchase 2 liters of alcohol and 24 cans of beer in duty-free shops within 48 hours of arrival upon presentation of your passport.

•  Tap water is not safe to drink, and it is better to use bottled water even when brushing your teeth.

•  You can only swim among the corals in special shoes to avoid injury.

   

CURRENCY:

The official currency of Egypt is the Egyptian pound (EGP), 1 pound = 100 piasters. Currency can be exchanged at banks, hotels, and exchange offices. There are ATMs in large cities and tourist areas.

LANGUAGE: The official language is Arabic, but English and Russian are widely spoken in tourist areas.

TIME DIFFERENCE: The time difference with Astana is -3 hours.

Visa and entry requirements:

Sharm el-Sheikh

Tourists arriving in Sharm el-Sheikh receive a free “Sinai only” stamp, which entitles them to stay on the Sinai Peninsula for up to 15 days without registration.

For stays longer than 15 days or trips outside Sinai, a visa ($25) and registration ($15) are required.

Hurghada

Citizens of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan must obtain a visa ($25) upon arrival and register ($15).

Marsa Matruh

Citizens of Kazakhstan need a visa ($25) upon arrival.

Citizens of Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan arriving on a charter flight also need to obtain a visa upon arrival. If the flight is via Cairo or other cities, a visa must be obtained in advance from the embassy.

Citizens of Tajikistan enter on the same terms as citizens of Kazakhstan, but passport scans must be sent three days before departure.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Citizens of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan arriving in Egypt without a full tour package (airfare only) must obtain a visa in advance at the Egyptian embassy in their country and a permit from the National Security Service.According to new regulations, citizens of Uzbekistan may enter Egypt unaccompanied from the age of 22. Until this age, they must be accompanied by their parents.
If guests have different surnames, a birth certificate is required.Before booking a tour to Egypt for NON-RESIDENTS of the Republic of Kazakhstan, we recommend confirming hotel prices with the manager, as additional hotel fees may apply.Citizens of Syria are not permitted to enter Egypt unless they have a temporary residence permit. They are also not permitted for tourism purposes.