Ain Sukhna
Description
Ain Sukhna, the Arabic for
"hot spring", was named after the nearby sulfur springs. The
springs originate at Gebel Ataka, the northern most mountain in the Eastern
Desert. Close enough to Cairo for a day-trip, this popular weekend
resort has fine beaches, coral reefs, fishing and water sports. It is
located about 55 kilometers (34 miles) south of Suez, and is the nearest
bathing resort to Cairo. Some hotels in Ain Sukhna are the best on the
Red Sea.
Location:
55 Km South of Suez, Red Sea
How to get there:
From outside Egypt
Some international flights now go to El+Ein+El+Sokhna, otherwise fly direct
to Cairo then either take an internal flight (see below) or go overland
by bus or by car. Contact your travel agent for details.
From Cairo
Overland
You may like to book a tour through a travel agent or hire your own transport.
Bear in mind that desert driving has special requirements and be sure
to get a suitable vehicle and guidance on possible hazards. 0therwise
you can travel to each location by bus or service taxi and arrange trips
from there.
Suez:
Service taxis or East Delta Bus Company buses from the Koulali terminal,
near Ramses Station. By train from Ramses Station.
Ain Sukhna:
Buses or service taxis from Suez or by private transport from Cairo
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