As mentioned, we had 99.9% positive experiences using Uber in Egypt, but this is still Egypt and you want Uber to take the payment for the trip you're making via the app. Some drivers will ask to pay in cash (which is allowed in Egypt unlike our home country), which could create problems.
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Yes, there is Uber in Egypt and this ended up being my go-to option for getting around Cairo. It took away a lot of the headache of negotiating with local taxis and was so much cheaper too.
As mentioned, we had 99.9% positive experiences using Uber in Egypt, but this is still Egypt and you want Uber to take the payment for the trip you're making via the app. Some drivers will ask to pay in cash (which is allowed in Egypt unlike our home country), which could create problems.
Uber is available at Cairo Airport, so you can enjoy a convenient and comfortable trip to wherever you need to go. Where is the Uber Cairo Airport pickup location? From Terminal 1, head to Hall 1 or 3 to meet your driver. From Terminal 2, walk to the parking area at the lower level to meet your driver.
“Since our launch in Egypt, we've provided access to more than 703,000 economic opportunities for drivers and facilitated convenient rides to more than 13 million customers,” she said.
Yes, they are generally safe. We rarely hear about problems with taxi drivers, except the usual taxi driver style haggling, trying to make an extra pound. They have meters, but many don't use it!
It is kind to tip taxi/Uber drivers 10-20% for good service. It is not expected. Try to tip and pay Uber drivers in cash (EGP) if possible, because Uber withholds their income and only pays out twice per month, making it difficult for them to budget and plan on expenses if something happens with their vehicle.
Taking a bus is the major way for locals to get around Egypt. You can get to most cities and towns by bus, at a reasonable cost. It's safe, reliable, and the best way to some rural districts beyond the Nile Valley.
Car Rental. Egypt is one destination where renting a car is not generally recommended. There are several reasons for this. First, the level of driving skill in Egypt is generally erratic; there's little adherence to laws and safety guidelines, and driving at dangerous speeds for the conditions is the norm.
Anything to look out for? Yes, Uber is safe. I would watch out for drivers who just drive around and around, never actually arriving to pick you up. If you wait long for a driver, just cancel the ride, pay the fee, and then dispute the fee to get the money back.
The best ways to get around Cairo are by metro train or taxi. Egypt's capital is constantly choked by traffic. But below Cairo's congested streets, the metro system is clean, affordable and extremely efficient.
Tipping 10–15% of your bill total is customary at cafes and restaurants, and loose change is acceptable for food purchases from street vendors and markets. Often known as 'backsheesh' in parts of Asia and the Middle East, tipping is standard practice in Egypt.
Some drivers will ask to pay in cash (which is allowed in Egypt unlike our home country), which could create problems. If you try and pay in cash, you run the risk of being asked for an inflated amount midway through the journey, at a time when you can't get out.
Cairo warnings:Cairo is very safe even at late night however there are some thing that you have to put in your mind, 1-Don't talk with strangers or trust them, especially those who seem to be very friendly.
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