Sokhna, Egypt

Sokhna (Ain Sukhna, Ein Soukhna, Ein Sukhna, Ain Sokhna, el-Soukhna) is located on the Egyptian Red Sea Coast, and stretches from just south of Suez down the coast for about sixty kilometers. It consists mostly of a port along with a series of resort complexes, with a few independent restaurants, gas stations and other facilities scattered along the coastal road.

Sokhna is the closest beach area to Cairo, which is approximately two hours drive. It also serves as a convenient base for visiting several other nearby sites. The Suez Canal is just to the north, while a ninety minute drive takes one to the Eastern Desert Monasteries. St. Anthony's in the Eastern Desert is significant as the world's oldest functioning monastery founded in honor of the Saint given credit for founding monasticism. Much of this monastery has recently been restored, and nearby is also the ancient monastery of St. Paul.

Things to see and do

* Pristine beaches
* Coral reefs
* Fishing and water sports
* Spa & therapeutic centers
* Eastern desert monasteries

Cruise Season – Oct - April
Currency – Egyptian pound (LE) (EGP)
Language – Arabic
Electricity – 2 round pins European style
Time – GMT plus two hours
International Country Telephone Code – +20

Port Location – The port at Sokhna is located along the coastal road.

Transport Links – Some international flights now go to El Sokhna, otherwisey you fly direct to Cairo then either take an internal flight or go overland by bus or by car.

Service taxis or East Delta Bus Company buses from the Koulali terminal, near Ramses Station. By train from Ramses Station.