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Egypt eSIM
6 data plans · from £9.10 · instant QR code by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
6 data plans · from £9.10 · instant QR code by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
5 GB
30 days
Maps, messaging and everyday travel
£12.40
£2.37/GB
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Connects automatically to the strongest signal across Orange, Etisalat, Vodafone.
Setup
It takes about a minute. Tap the install link we email you, leave the line switched off, then switch it on when you land — and you're online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
Egypt: 8 plans, from 3 to 20 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 30 days. 8 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
5 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Orange, Etisalat, Vodafone.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle includes Egypt cover — a single-country plan is the only option here, and it is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A Egypt travel eSIM is a digital SIM that downloads straight to your phone — no plastic card, no queuing at an airport counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (the QR code is in there too), and your phone adds a second line alongside your normal SIM. It stays dormant until your trip begins, then connects automatically to Orange, Etisalat, Vodafone on 5G where available, LTE everywhere else. Your normal number carries on working for calls and texts while the eSIM handles the data.
Maps, messaging and taxi apps use very little data — roughly 300–500 MB a day. If you add photos, social media and the occasional video, expect to use closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip, a 5 GB plan is usually plenty; for two weeks, tethering, or heavy use, opt for 10 GB or more, or choose a top-up plan you can reload as you go. Egypt plans start at £9.10 across 6 sizes, with the per-GB price clearly shown so you can easily spot the best value.
Yes. A Egypt travel eSIM is a local data plan rather than international roaming — you pay the price you saw online, and there are no per-megabyte charges from your home network provider. Set the eSIM as your mobile data line, switch data roaming off on your normal SIM, and nothing unexpected turns up on your next bill. Full refund at any time before installation, so buying ahead costs you nothing.
Koshary
A carb-heavy mix of rice, macaroni, and lentils topped with spiced tomato sauce and crispy onions.
Specialized Koshary shops everywhere in Cairo.
Ful Medames
Slow-cooked fava beans with olive oil, cumin, and garlic, often served with bread.
Street food carts and local breakfast spots.
Ta'ameya
The Egyptian version of falafel, made with fava beans instead of chickpeas.
Street vendors and fast-food eateries.
Egypt connectivity guide
Egypt's population lives almost entirely along the Nile and the coasts, and the coverage map is that shape exactly — a narrow ribbon of good service through an enormous empty country. Cairo, the Nile valley and the Red Sea resorts are well covered. The Western Desert, the Sinai interior and the open water between are not. This guide covers which networks you get, what happens on a Nile cruise, the specific issue with internet calling in Egypt, and what a trip consumes.
Read the full Egypt guide →Molokhia
A thick, garlicky green soup made from jute mallow leaves, usually eaten with rice or chicken.
Traditional Egyptian restaurants.
Mahshi
Vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, or vine leaves stuffed with seasoned rice.
Home-style restaurants.
Fiteer Baladi
Flaky, multi-layered Egyptian flatbread served sweet (with honey) or savory (with cheese).
Specialty fiteer bakeries.
Hawawshi
Spiced minced meat baked inside a crispy pita bread.
Butcher shops that bake, and street food stalls.
Om Ali
A warm bread pudding dessert made with pastry, nuts, raisins, and sweetened milk.
Dessert shops and hotel buffets.
Kebab and Kofta
Grilled chunks of meat and spiced minced meat skewers.
Grillhouses (Kababgy) nationwide.
Sahlab
A thick, warm, creamy winter drink made from orchid root powder, topped with nuts.
Cafes and street vendors in winter.
Pyramids of Giza and the SphinxGiza
The last remaining wonder of the ancient world; absolutely unmissable.
3-4 hours
Karnak TempleLuxor
A vast, spectacular temple complex with massive pillars and obelisks.
2-3 hours
Valley of the KingsLuxor
Contains beautifully decorated hidden tombs of pharaohs, including Tutankhamun.
3-4 hours · book ahead
Egyptian MuseumCairo
Houses an incredible collection of ancient artifacts and mummies.
3 hours
Abu Simbel TemplesAswan (near)
Colossal rock temples built by Ramses II, relocated perfectly to avoid flooding.
Half day (requires travel) · book ahead
Khan el-KhaliliCairo
A sprawling, atmospheric historic bazaar perfect for souvenirs and tea.
2 hours
Philae TempleAswan
An island temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, accessed by boat.
2 hours
Ras Mohammed National ParkSharm El-Sheikh
World-class snorkeling and diving in the Red Sea with pristine coral reefs.
Half to full day · book ahead
Bibliotheca AlexandrinaAlexandria
A stunning modern library and cultural center paying homage to the ancient Library of Alexandria.
2 hours
Citadel of SaladinCairo
A historic fortress offering panoramic views of Cairo and the beautiful Mosque of Muhammad Ali.
2-3 hours
Metro
Cairo has a fast, cheap 3-line metro system dodging the severe surface traffic.
5-10 EGP per trip
Train
National rail network connecting Alexandria, Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.
Varies widely (e.g., $15-$50 for sleeper trains)
Microbus
Minivans that pack in passengers, running on set routes with no fixed stops.
5-10 EGP
Domestic Flights
EgyptAir and others fly between Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Red Sea resorts.
$50-$150 one way
Ride-hailing
Uber, Careem, inDrive
Uber and Careem are highly recommended in Cairo and Alexandria over regular taxis to avoid haggling and scams. inDrive allows you to bid on the fare.
Paying for things
Basics
| Coptic Christmas Day | January 7 | Some Christian-owned businesses may close; largely normal for tourists. |
| Revolution Day 2011 | January 25 | Heightened security, some public spaces might be closed off. |
| Sinai Liberation Day | April 25 | Banks and government offices closed, minor travel impact. |
| Revolution Day 1952 | July 23 | Public holiday with government closures, tourist sites remain open. |
| Armed Forces Day | October 6 | Parades and patriotic events, possible road closures in major cities. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.