Prices in Egypt

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Prices in Egypt
Prices in Egypt are quite low, especially when compared with neighboring African and Middle Eastern countries.
Shopping and souvenirs

On the Egyptian markets can and should negotiate, as the original price of the goods is generally overstated (you can bring down the price by 2-3 times).
What to bring from Egypt?

     jewelry, perfumes, national clothes, leather goods;
     figurines and statuettes made of alabaster, copper products, hookah (it will cost you $ 10-100 - it all depends on the quality of the material of manufacture, the place of purchase);
     Papyrus: it is better to buy in the Museum of papyrus or in the factory and before purchasing it is advisable to clarify, not written on it curses and spells (handiwork is worth at least $ 15);
     Egyptian spice and sweetness.

If you decide to buy gold jewelry in Egypt, in local stores, you can buy them for about $ 15/1 gram.
Excursions

In Egypt, most of the cost will go for sightseeing. For example, a visit to the Pyramids of Giza will cost you $ 60, a visit to St. Catherine's Monastery and Mount Moses - $ 55, visit the mummies in the Egyptian Museum - $ 30.

Going on a day trip to Cairo, you will pay $ 80 (per child - $ 45) - tour program includes a trip to the Egyptian National Museum, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx.
Things to Do

If you - a lover of fun and fishing, you should go to a 7-hour tour cost $ 75 (this price includes lunch, fishing, snorkeling and a stop on the island, where you will dance, oriental dance).

The whole family should include a water park, "Sinbad", which is famous for swimming pools, water slides, a variety of attractions. The cost of visiting the water park - $ 50 per adult and $ 30 - per child (price includes entertainment, food and drinks throughout the day in the dining establishments in the water park).
Transport

In Egypt, your expenses on public transport will be very low. For example, for a trip to one end of the bus you will pay $ 0.4; over a 10-hour train ride from Cairo to Luxor - $ 17, and the cost of tickets for domestic flights by Egypt Air Company starts from $ 32.

If you decide to move to the Egyptian city by taxi, then the price is advisable to agree in advance with the driver or check whether it resets the counter before the trip. When paying over the counter, your cost per landing of 0.8 $ 0.4 $ for each kilometer.

If your goal - low to rest in Egypt, then you will need about $ 25-30 per day (accommodation in a budget hotel, buy food from street vendors, public transport). If you plan to eat at a decent cafe, live in a fairly comfortable hotel room, go on trips, you will need $ 45-50 per day.


Prices in Sharm el-Sheikh


Before leaving for Egypt, many tourists are interested in what prices in Sharm el Sheikh. In this article we look at the prices of goods and services, which are popular with tourists.
How much money to take on holiday

Preparing for the trip, change dollars for Egyptian pounds if you want to win in the course. State stores Egypt not accept dollars. Egyptian Pound in international relations is referred to as EGP. However, in Egypt the price in pounds represent LE. A bargaining chip is PT. Products in the country may be imported or local. The difference in prices for the same product from different manufacturers is very important.
The number of required you money depends on how much shopping you intend to do in Egypt and many excursions to visit. Please note that gifts are inexpensive. With regard to nutrition, many people prefer to eat in hotels. They choose the program "all inclusive" and can use the "buffet". National cuisine of Egypt is not to everyone, so eat at local restaurants can not every tourist.
Excursions in Sharm El Sheikh

Tour operators offer extensive and varied excursions. In Egypt, there are many attractions for inspection. In addition, there is a lot of entertainment. Usually the cost of the tour is announced, excluding the cost of entertainment and tickets. It is best to book excursions at the tour guide working at the hotel. In this case, tourists are taken out of the hotel and brought back to the bus. If desired, custom tours can be done in any travel agency resort. Tourists usually choose a tour, which includes inspection of Moses Mountain and St. Catherine's Monastery. Adult tickets cost $ 35, children - $ 20. Popular excursions in the city and the Coloured Canyon Nuweiba, which costs $ 50. Small firms offer cheaper tours.
How much are the products in Sharm El Sheikh

Great demand among tourists enjoy drinking water. Generally, hotels operating in "all inclusive", do not provide bottled water for guests. Some hotels give her, but too little. In addition to water, tourists often buy orange juice, cola and other drinks. The cost of a small bottle of water is equal to 2 LE. If you are interested in alcohol, it can be purchased at a specialty store. Local residents almost never drink alcohol. Supermarkets usually sell only non-alcoholic beer. Spirits is better to buy immediately after arrival, looking at Duty Free. In Sharm El Sheikh, a jar of beer costs about 9 LE. In Egypt, cheap fruit, they are sold in the market and in the stores. Products in supermarkets are cheaper than in Russia.


Prices in Hurghada


The most popular Egyptian resort - Hurghada, is a place where you can buy lots of interesting souvenirs. Prices in Hurghada are the same as in other resorts of the country. Tourists shopping in Egypt - it is one of the most popular classes. Local sellers willing to engage in bargaining with buyers. Therefore, even the exclusive things you can buy cheap here.
The best places for shopping

Hurghada tourists visit most frequently, highlighting the city, among other resorts in Egypt. So do not be surprised that there are so many malls and shops. They focus on foreigners in large numbers visiting Hurghada. This makes the resort an ideal area for an exciting shopping experience. Vacationers buy there inexpensive clothing, equipment for swimming, souvenirs and other items. The city has a diving shops, souvenir shops and popular boutiques. The range of products is amazing. If you are interested in diving, contact the diving centers. Usually the cost of the two dives is $ 50.

In Hurghada, you can buy exotic perfumes, cards, carpets, statues, papyrus, jewelry and other goods. Lots of nice shops located in Old Hurghada Dahar market. There tend to get tourists who like traditional products, which are characteristic of Egyptian masters. To buy goods known manufacturers is better to visit the Marina District. For shopping you should not go at lunch time, as many shops in this period are closing their doors.

If you wish, you can buy souvenirs anywhere in the resort. Prices in Hurghada on the small things are quite low. For a beautiful souvenir from you take only 2-3 dollars. This papyrus can be purchased for $ 7, and a fake banana or papyrus - $ 2. Prices for hookahs range from 20 to 70 $.

Good shops are located at the airport. They offer products that are difficult to find in other stores in Hurghada. Huge selection of gifts for every taste you will find at the Bazaar Cleopatra. Sellers put all kinds of products, ranging from simple magnets to luxurious carpets. There is a great aromatic oils, beautiful dresses, tunics, jewelry and hats.
The most popular souvenirs among tourists:

     Amulets and statues. High demand pyramid, cats, cows, pharaohs, Soon, the beetles. Figurines made ​​of onyx, bronze, plaster, basalt and other materials.
     Papyrus. This papyrus rolls up easily and does not break.
     Crystal and china. In Egypt, make high-quality porcelain. Crystal items are also very popular. Tourists buy sets of utensils, dishes, glasses, separate plates, vases, and so on. N.
     Hibiscus tea and coffee. The cost of coffee in Hurghada is much lower than in Russia. Hibiscus tea can be purchased for $ 8 per 500g.

Rest in Egypt, you will find a lot of interesting. In addition to these products sellers Hurghada offer many other original products.