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Solo travel in Egypt
2/5English level
Solo travel in Egypt
Pyramids, Nile temples and cheap Red Sea diving, with Dahab a popular long-stay base. Constant touts, harassment of women and a restrictive political climate are the trade-offs. The easiest place to start is Dahab.
Best places in Egypt for solo travelers
| Place | Solo | English | Locals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dahab | 5/5 | Common in tourist areas | Very friendly |
| El Gouna | 4/5 | Widely spoken | Friendly |
| Cairo | 3/5 | Limited | Friendly |
| Luxor | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas | Friendly |
| Hurghada | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas | Friendly |
| Sharm El Sheikh | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas | Friendly |
| Aswan | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas | Very friendly |
| Alexandria | 3/5 | Limited | Friendly |
| Giza | 3/5 | Limited | Friendly |
| Marsa Alam | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas | Friendly |
| Siwa Oasis | 3/5 | Limited | Very friendly |
Solo travel by place
Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- UK FCDO travel advice: Egypt
- Egypt e-Visa portal (Ministry of Interior)
- Egypt digital visa on arrival
- Speedtest Global Index: Egypt
- World Bank open data
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