Independent Holidays in Cairo Beat Cheap Egypt Package Holidays this Winter
HostelBookers can reveal that Egypt is a top backpacking destination for Winter 2009. According to statistics from the budget accommodation website, the number of independent travellers booking a holiday to Egypt is rising year on year.
This new breed of backpackers are shunning cheap package deals for a more authentic travel experience, choosing Cairo and Dahab over traditional package holiday favourite Sharm el Sheikh.
London, UK (PRWEB) November 2, 2009 -- HostelBookers can reveal that Egypt is a top backpacking destination for Winter 2009. According to statistics from the budget accommodation website, the number of independent travellers booking a holiday to Egypt is rising year on year.
This new breed of backpackers are shunning cheap package deals for a more authentic travel experience, choosing Cairo and Dahab over traditional package holiday favourite Sharm el Sheikh.
Cairo is the booking site's most popular destination year-round in Egypt, with its mix of ancient relics, buzzing bazaars and lively nightlife. Temperatures are at a pleasant 25 degrees in November, ideal for sightseeing and exploring this exotic city.
HostelBookers have hostels close to all the main attractions downtown, so travellers can save money and see the real Egypt at the same time on a Cairo holiday.
The top six hostels in Cairo were rated at 90% or higher by HostelBookers customers. Recommended for being safe, clean and away from downtown noise, travellers also rated their Cairo hostel for arranging personalised tours around the city and sharing essential travel tips.
With rooms starting at just 5 Euros per person per night for a shared room, here are some of the best Cairo Hostels:
WakeUp Hostel Cairo
Wake Up is popular for its plum location smack in the heart of downtown. Rooms have views of the Nile and Old Cairo, and there's a kitchen and common room with internet access.
A guest writes
"We loved Wake Up! Small and cosy, the staff were more helpful than words can describe. Always ready to write out directions, phonetic translations, or just plain hang out with you. The Room had Air Conditioning and was mosquito free - a very tough thing to find in Egypt!"
Meramees Hostel
The Meramees has a laid-back atmosphere and homely touches like fresh flowers, comfy sofas and art on the walls. In a safe and central location, it's easy to explore the city on foot. There's even free airport pickup, and a travel desk offering cheap tours.
A guest writes
"The staff were absolutely wonderful! Rooms are large and clean...Great location for wandering through downtown and very helpful staff for arranging tours and drivers. I would recommend to anyone travelling on a budget."
Luna Hotel and Hostel
Another downtown favourite, the Luna's rooms are clean and secure, with comfortable beds and air-conditioning. The facilities and hospitality are second to none- there's a professional tour advisor on site, authentic Egyptian breakfasts, 24-hour room service, and a 'Bedouin Corner' for chilling after a day of sightseeing.
A guest writes
"Here, unlike most of the hotels, you can learn Arabic, taste Egyptian cuisine and get familiar with Egyptian culture. With the help of professional tour advisers, you can organize great, unforgettable journeys to places like Aswan, Luxor and many others."
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