There are so many sights and things to do when planning your visit to Egypt, reading this how to visit Egypt guide will help you discover fun and exciting things to do.

You must acquire a passport and a visa for the country. The visa is good for three months after you obtain it and you may stay for one month. All tourists must also register with the local police. The best time to visit Egypt is between October and May. This is the best weather, but also the busiest.

Please be advised that this is a Muslim country and it is important that you respect their culture. Through the entire time on your trip you should dress conservatively so that you do not offend the natives. Men should not wear shorts when visiting the temples, and women should not wear shorts, tank tops or short skirts when visiting the temple. It is recommended that no one where short sleeve shirts unless at the beach or pool. Transportation and accommodations are available but need to be set up ahead of time to ensure they are not full, good hotels fill up quickly.

Plan your trip expecting to spend about one day at each attraction. This will enable tourists to have a stress free trip.

There are a couple major ways to get to Egypt. The first and main is Egyptair, another alternative is by Sea. There are ferries that operate from Greece and Cyprus to Alexandria.

If you are traveling with a tour group then the transportation will be set up for you. If you are traveling by yourself it is good to know what types of travel are available to you. There are buses that take you through most cities. There are luxurious buses that run mostly through the major cities and the less luxurious overly crowded buses that run all areas in between. Tickets can generally be bought at the bus stations and even on the bus itself. Ask Aladdin is a site for the main buses, their prices and their routes.

Trains are another popular way to tour the land. There are speed trains that are open and air conditioned. To view schedules and prices visit The Man in Seat Sixty-One. You can travel by air through Egyptair if you are short on time and loose in the wallet. However to do this you must book early.

There are many rental car agencies throughout the country. Some of the most popular and well known are, Hertz, Avis, Budget and Europecar. One thing to consider if you are going to be driving through Egypt is that Egyptian drivers do not follow standard road rules and there is a lot of congestion within the city limits. Taxis are recommended for safe travel.

Cruises are a romantic and luxurious way to travel. There are cruises that run down the famous Nile River. Along with cruises there are Feluccas or sail boats. http://goafrica.about.com/od/egypt/a/egessentials_2.htm

Number one attraction is the Pyramids of Giza. This is the cat-like structure that most have seen on television. In this lies the tombs of three ancient kings. The second attraction is the Medieval Cairo. This is a popular Egyptian city that is filled with ancient history like the buildings to the bazaars.

The third most popular attraction is Abu Simbel which is right next to the Pyramid of Giza. Number four are the Temples of Karnak. This is the place that is said to be where each God and Goddess of time once was. The fifth attraction is taking a Felucca down the Nile River. You must also visit the Valley of the Kings. This is the site of Tutankhamun's tomb.

At number 7 Siwa Oasis is another beautiful place to visit while traveling through Egypt. It is the most remote Oasis in all of Egypt. The 8th attraction is Hurghada. This is a snorkeling/diving experience that will get you up close and personal with some of the beautiful creatures that inhabit surrounding waters. The 9th is the Luxor Temple and 10 is the Egyptian Museum of Cairo. It comes fully equipped with over 120,000 artifacts and can’t be missed!

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There are many accommodations for tourists in Egypt. There are lots of hotels that range both in price and quality. Most tourist hotels however are not the greatest in quality. It is important for tourists to thoroughly research these venues. Cairo is one of the major tourists cities and therefore contains a lot of hotels with quality living quarters. The Oasis, Delta Pyramids and the Royal Gardens are at the top of the list in Cairo.

Being at the top of the list doesn’t come without a price though, many times these hotels do not have vacancies. In Egypt there are also hotels such as the Hilton of Egypt and the Marriot of Cairo. The Golden Rose is the best hotel in Hurghada as well. For the upscale hotels prices generally start out above a hundred dollars a night. Most of these hotels come equipped with beautiful views of Egypt and large swimming pools that make tourists feel like they are in paradise. Be sure to book your lodging accommodations far in advance to ensure a quality stay in Egypt. Movenpick Giza is located outside of the main streets of Egypt giving tourists a feel of the reality of the locals as well as providing the comfort of a high end hotel.http://www.hotelaccommodationdeals.com/Accommodation-Egypt-g22577.html