The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

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It’s freezing, isn’t it? You know what that means? Winter trips. The summertime isn’t the only season when you can go on trips and enjoy yourself to the fullest. Here are some trips you can go on around the New Year. 

Why Go on a Trip in December or January?

Well, the first reason is that schools operate during the wintertime, so the trip locations are never too crowded. If you can get some time off from work and can sneak off somewhere during these months, you’re in luck. Also, because it is freezing in Cairo during these months, going somewhere with a little more sunshine would definitely benefit you. 

Fayoum with Tripragency

Ringing in the new year in Fayoum would be a dream come true for most. Tripragency is celebrating the new year at Tunis Village, the small, colourful village in Fayoum. They are having a DJ party, a tanoora show, a big fire show, a Bedouin party and a marshmallow party all under the desert stars. You can stay the night, have breakfast the next morning, ride horses, and make vases out of clay, all for EGP 2400. You can book through their Instagram DM here.

Siwa Oasis with Trainopia

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Siwa Oasis is one of the most peaceful and unique places in all of Egypt. On the 29th of January, Trainopia is having the trip of a lifetime. Visiting the mountain of the dead and exploring the burial chambers of the pharaohs, swimming in the salt lakes that draw toxins out of your body, and even taking walks in the local markets. It’s a programme that is both peaceful and fun. All for EGP 8540. You can book through their Instagram.

Aswan with Noubian Trips

Every Egyptian needs to visit Aswan at least once in their lifetime, or else they have missed out big time. Noubian Trips has a mind-blowing New Year’s Eve programme. From visiting Fiala temple to seeing the high dam, it’s fun, informative and something you’ll never forget. You can also buy some of the handmade accessories made by Nubian women. All of this starts from EGP 4750. Book your spot now here.

Wadi Degla with Footloose

If you want a place that is closer to home yet still super fun, Wadi Degla is the place to go. Footloose is holding a programme unlike any other, with a Tanoora show, a fire show, an Afro show, Dabka, dinner, and fireworks. All this will take place on the last day of 2025, and what a way to bid 2025 farewell. Contact them now for more details here.  

Ras Sedr with Trust Travel 

If you are the kind of person who would still go on a beach vacation even in winter, Trust Travel Egypt is having a trip this New Year’s Eve to the Golden Beach hotel in Ras Sedr. Enjoy the sun, waves and water park, all with their open buffet breakfast and dinner. You can learn more and reserve your spot on their Facebook page here.