By Nile

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Cruises

The romance of a Nile Cruise has sustained an industry of well over 200 steamers. A Nile Cruise used to be the only way tourists could get to the tombs and temples of Luxor. You can get excellent package deals usually ranging from 4-7 days. Most boats start off in Luxor, sailing down to Aswan, with stops at Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo.

 

By Feluccas

Feluccas are lateen-sailed boats which have been used on the Nile since antiquity. Cruising on a Felucca at sunset is one of the pleasures of visiting Egypt. You can also opt for longer sails, heading down more..

By Train

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Trains are an excellent way to travel within Egypt. There are air-conditioned express trains as well as ordinary trains which tend to be a bit slower and less likely to have AC. Note that trains do not go to the Sinai or the main beach destinations of Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh.

Accomodations

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A great place to stay while in Cairo is the Canadian Hostel. Private rooms available, satelite TV in the common room, laundry machines on site, free breakfast. If I remember correctly, it was $15USD per night. Located right off of Tahrir Sqaure, downtown. If a prolonged stay there is planned, the hostel offers discounted group tours into the desert and other places during the high season.

By Air

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With the introduction of e-ticketing by EgyptAir in January of '07, air travel within Egypt is now more accessible and AFFORDABLE than ever before.  With a little know-how, persistence and a bit of luck, you can often find flights for less than the price of a sleeper train ticket ($65), especially if you book far enough in advance.

Planes are clean and comfortable and a beverage is served.

No passports are needed, just your printed e-ticket.

THE KNOW HOW:
Go to www.egyptair.com and put 'Egypt' as your home country to get the best more..