Cheap Flights to Sohag Jazeera Airways Tickets
Travel to Sohag
Discover Sohag
Sohag is a great spot to explore the meandering Nile and the tranquility of the location makes a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of Cairo or Luxor. Just outside the city you’ll find the famous White and Red Monasteries, which contain impressive historic artworks.
Great-value fares with Jazeera Airways make it easier than ever to visit friends and family, enjoy a holiday, or do business in Sohag. the busy city is home to some excellent shops and boutiques, while if you're looking for historical sites then the nearby White and Red Monasteries are well worth a visit. For more authentic Egyptian culture and a glimpse into the region's past, the town of Akhmim, across the river, is also worth including on your list of places to see.
Essential Facts
Things To Do
Abydos Temple
For more ancient Egyptian culture, visit the colourful Abydos Tombs, a temple built by Ramesses II.
The Red Monastery
This magnificent building dates back 1,500 years and is one of the most famous Christian monasteries in Egypt. Architecturally significant, inside you can enjoy beautiful sculptures and paintings.
The White Monastery
The nearby White Monastery was constructed using stones reused from Pharaonic temples, and you can still spot hieroglyphics in some places.
Shopping
Sohag attracts fewer tourists than many of the other cities of Egypt, and shopping caters more for locals than visitors. While you won’t find designer western brands or high-end fashion outlets, you’ll still discover almost everything you could need in the markets, streets, and malls, and all with a friendlier, more laid-back atmosphere.
Food And Drink
Eating out in Sohag focuses on local Egyptian and Arabic food. Fast-food lovers are also catered for, with western-style fast food outlets serving fried chicken and pizza.
Things To Know
Visa Requirements
- A visa is necessary for most nationalities.
- Single-entry, 30-day tourist visas can be purchased online or at the airport on arrival for many nationalities, including Indian nationals.
- Citizens of Kuwait do not need any visa for tourist or business trips of up to 90 days.
Getting Around
- You’ll find countess taxis waiting around the train station in the centre of the city or can hail one from the street.
- It’s a good idea to agree your fare in advance, as most don’t have metres.
- For a different perspective and a more sedate way of travelling around, explore Sohag from the water in a felucca, the ideal way to visit ‘flower island’.