Overnight Bus to Aswan | Egypt Travel Blog: Day 2 (Part 20) 01D19

16 Hours Overnight Bus | Cairo to Aswan

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After visiting the Pyramids, I reached the Oasis Hotel around 3:00. Our expected pickup time at the lobby was at 5:45.

To avoid the 16-hour bus trip there were two options available: upgrade to a sleeper cabin train for $110 CAD or a flight for $167 CAD. I was unlucky because both of them were sold out. So I had no option but to take the bus.

I rushed to finish my shower and get some rest after returning to the hotel. After packing my 2 small pieces of luggage, I had some time to have coffee in my room. I was at the lobby at 5:30 to be picked up.

I met some of my travel mates, but didn’t find a few of them as they were able to get flights. We all gathered in one area and chatted about our expectations and experiences in Egypt so far.

The bus came on time. It was a huge, shiny two-level bus. Inside the bus was very comfortable and that’s what I needed for this long journey. I chose to sit on the upper floor. Everyone sat far apart, as the bus was able to accommodate that.

We left a little later than 6:00, but no one complained. I saw two security officers to guard us throughout the journey. They had light semi-automatic weapons tucked under their suit.

I felt Egypt was very safe and the people were friendly towards tourists, but the government had to take all precautions to safeguard us, which I appreciated. 

The bus trip was full of events I will talk about in my next posts.