Travel to Egypy - Cairo,Alexandria and Sharm El-Shaikh

The_Traveller

The_Traveller

Expert Member
Joined
Aug 9, 2008
Messages
3,476
Phil Lee said:
Turkey / Istanbul is also a good option, based upon the current options South African passport holders have.

Also pretty cheap currently, a based upon your requirements (Food, architecture, local coffee etc.)
Click to expand...
If that's a suggestion for me, then thank you for this.

I have visited Turkey a few times between 2018 and 2019 since my son was studying there.

So as you can understand, I'm a little tired of it.

I also only fly Emirates or Qatar, I don't ever fly with other airlines.
HavocXphere said:
Some salty chaps in this thread

Def wouldn't risk travel to a country with sketchy health infra during these times though.
Click to expand...
That's why I will hire my own car and do all touring myself.

I am very fussy about mixing with people, and avoid those spots.
 
MaisonP

MaisonP

Senior Member
Joined
Nov 9, 2020
Messages
676
The_Traveller said:
If that's a suggestion for me, then thank you for this.

I have visited Turkey a few times between 2018 and 2019 since my son was studying there.

So as you can understand, I'm a little tired of it.

I also only fly Emirates or Qatar, I don't ever fly with other airlines.

That's why I will hire my own car and do all touring myself.

I am very fussy about mixing with people, and avoid those spots.
Click to expand...

No problem. Yes i have also been a few times but there are some very nice spots around Turkey which can cater for any of your requirements. If your looking for something at the beach, Antalya is a good bet. If you are looking for something a little more magical and experience of a lifetime then you can go Cappadocia.

I don't even fly Emirates anymore, if i am going Europe/middle east I fly Qatar due to Doha/Hamad international airport which is my second favorite airport. If I am travelling South East Asia I will fly Kenya airways or Singapore airlines, which is both not bad at all.

Another great surprise was Tunisia, i had a stopover there coming back from Turkey via Tbilisi then to Tunis and if you are looking for great history and amazing food, dont overlook it. Just my 2c
 
The_Traveller

The_Traveller

Expert Member
Joined
Aug 9, 2008
Messages
3,476
Phil Lee said:
No problem. Yes i have also been a few times but there are some very nice spots around Turkey which can cater for any of your requirements. If your looking for something at the beach, Antalya is a good bet. If you are looking for something a little more magical and experience of a lifetime then you can go Cappadocia.

I don't even fly Emirates anymore, if i am going Europe/middle east I fly Qatar due to Doha/Hamad international airport which is my second favorite airport. If I am travelling South East Asia I will fly Kenya airways or Singapore airlines, which is both not bad at all.

Another great surprise was Tunisia, i had a stopover there coming back from Turkey via Tbilisi then to Tunis and if you are looking for great history and amazing food, dont overlook it. Just my 2c
Click to expand...
Actually it was on my list, but checking if Qatar is flying that way.

You are right about Turkey though, all those cities are fabulous. @RedViking will love it.

I'll make another round that way maybe in about 2 years.

I want to do Europe (UK,Belgium,Netherlands) in September and USA in December ( If they allow ).

EDIT: Just found out that Turkey requires a 10 day transit before entering the country. USA is 14 days.
 
Last edited:
SHL

SHL

Expert Member
Joined
Dec 17, 2012
Messages
2,509
You are so fortunate OP and on top of that having the luxury of Maldives as an option...:cool:

I envy you in a good way :)
 
The_Traveller

The_Traveller

Expert Member
Joined
Aug 9, 2008
Messages
3,476
SHL said:
You are so fortunate OP and on top of that having the luxury of Maldives as an option...:cool:

I envy you in a good way :)
Click to expand...
I am indeed, and the journey was a tough one but perseverance and dedication has paid off.

I wish/pray the same (abundance) for people like you :)
 
The_Mowgs

The_Mowgs

Honorary Master
Joined
Nov 23, 2009
Messages
17,910
Came across this and thought it might help OP, and others who wish to travel.

Shows who may go where with what restrictions at which price.

greatescape.co

Escape :: Travel inspiration by price and COVID-19 safety

Don’t know where to go? Explore the cheapest trips from your city to every tourist destination in the world on any given travel dates. Compare all the trips on a fun and interactive map with respect to the weather forecast, popularity, safety levels, visa requirements and so on. Escape is a tool...
greatescape.co greatescape.co
 
The_Traveller

The_Traveller

Expert Member
Joined
Aug 9, 2008
Messages
3,476
The_Mowgs said:
Came across this and thought it might help OP, and others who wish to travel.

Shows who may go where with what restrictions at which price.

greatescape.co

Escape :: Travel inspiration by price and COVID-19 safety

Don’t know where to go? Explore the cheapest trips from your city to every tourist destination in the world on any given travel dates. Compare all the trips on a fun and interactive map with respect to the weather forecast, popularity, safety levels, visa requirements and so on. Escape is a tool...
greatescape.co greatescape.co
Click to expand...
Nice find , thanks.

Not too accurate for example Egypt is not coming up but I am able to fly there with Qatar

The very few countries that do come up have the hefty restrictions.
 
Bismuth

Bismuth

Expert Member
Joined
Jun 22, 2007
Messages
3,834
I travelled to Egypt a number of years ago. Ancient Egyptian history was fascinating and makes the visit well worth it.

Modern Egypt is a dirty, third-world country, that I never want to experience again. And their driving style puts our taxi drivers to shame.

I would like to take the SO one day, but this time on an organised tour that takes in the key sites, then leaves. You can see what you need to in Egypt in 7-10 days easily.
 
The_Traveller

The_Traveller

Expert Member
Joined
Aug 9, 2008
Messages
3,476
Bismuth said:
I travelled to Egypt a number of years ago. Ancient Egyptian history was fascinating and makes the visit well worth it.

Modern Egypt is a dirty, third-world country, that I never want to experience again. And their driving style puts our taxi drivers to shame.

I would like to take the SO one day, but this time on an organised tour that takes in the key sites, then leaves. You can see what you need to in Egypt in 7-10 days easily.
Click to expand...
lol, let me take a chance .

Flying out on Wednesday :fingers crossed:
 
Sinbad

Sinbad

Honorary Master
Joined
Jun 5, 2006
Messages
81,151
Bismuth said:
I travelled to Egypt a number of years ago. Ancient Egyptian history was fascinating and makes the visit well worth it.

Modern Egypt is a dirty, third-world country, that I never want to experience again. And their driving style puts our taxi drivers to shame.

I would like to take the SO one day, but this time on an organised tour that takes in the key sites, then leaves. You can see what you need to in Egypt in 7-10 days easily.
Click to expand...
Do a nile cruise from luxor to aswan and back!
 
maumau

maumau

Honorary Master
Joined
Aug 13, 2009
Messages
20,268
The_Traveller said:
*** EGYPT ***

Anyone been there recently ( December perhaps) ?

I feel I need to get a breather so want to take wife and two smallies for a 10 day break, planning to fly out on the 25th.

Last time I've been there was in 2008/09 , so of course things have changed since then, and I'm hoping for the better :fingers crossed:

I am flying Qatar cos Emirates is not available.

I'll hire a car to run around.

@RanzB - Did you make the rounds there for the food joints ? lol

Any tips will be appreciated.
Click to expand...

Went years ago but we stayed on a ship and travelled up the nile. Took care of travel and all meals.

Luxurious and cool.

EDIT: @Sinbad beat me to it.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top