Egypt
can be visited by plane through Cairo
and then by plane or rail to the rest of the country. There are numerous river
cruises between Aswan and Luxor
available.
The best time to visit
Egypt is
during the Spring and Fall months, when the temperature is most comfortable.
One should also pay attention to Moslem holy periods, such as Ramadan, where
tourist attractions are closed early.
Modest dress, which covers the arms and legs, as well as
head covering for women, is highly recommended when visiting holy sites. The
souks or marketplaces are also highly recommended for a visit. Bargaining, half
negotiation and half performance art, is expected and, with practice, can be
rather fun. A good rule of thumb is to counter offer half the price that’s offered
for an item and go on from there.