Which is better — Turkey or Egyptfor vacation? What is the situation with safety and quality of service in both countries? Where is the best place to go with children? These and other questions are extremely popular among foreigners planning a vacation. And it’s unlikely that anyone will give you a definite answer, because each state is unique in its own way and guarantees tourists an interesting holiday, a variety of entertainment and a lot of positive emotions. The choice, perhaps, depends on personal preferences, as well as some pros and cons of Turkish and Egyptian resorts.
To simplify it as much as possible, we have prepared an expert article in which we will consider all the conceptual features of recreation in these southern powers.
Article content:
- Where is it cheaper to vacation
- Where is it better to relax — at the resorts of Turkey or Egypt
- Service
- When is the holiday season in Turkey and Egypt< /a>
- Where is the best sea and beaches< /li>
- Excursions and attractions
- Turkey and Egypt — where is the best food
- Where is the best place to go with children< /li>
- Where is it safer to relax
- Results
Where is it cheaper to vacation
The question is often Which is more expensive: Turkey or Egypt? is a priority for many tourists. Especially for foreigners going on vacation with a large family.
To begin with, we note that the price tag for holidays in these resort countries is almost the same. You can determine whether Turkey or Egypt is cheaper based on several factors. For example, the cost of the road.
So, a flight to Egypt costs a little more. But the resort regions are located close to major international airports, so you have the opportunity to reduce the cost of a taxi to the hotel.
Flight to the Republic of Turkey from most countries of the former CIS takes less time, tickets are relatively inexpensive. However, it will take a little longer to get to resorts on the Mediterranean and Aegean coasts, which means the transfer will cost you more.
The second important point on which the cost of a vacation depends — It is your decision to use the services of a tour operator or organize the trip yourself. Of course, purchasing a tour along with air travel and hotel reservations in the Republic of Turkey or Egypt will definitely cost you more than purchasing tickets and renting apartments. When considering both options, consider whether you are ready to handle the organization personally or want to get rid of any administrative issues by shifting them onto the shoulders of tour operators.
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You can also save on travel by early booking, purchasing plane tickets in advance and renting a hotel or apartment. Buying a last minute ticket allows you to get a discount of up to 40–60%.
In addition, the cost of vacation depends on seasonality.
Where is the best place to relax — at the resorts of Turkey or Egypt
Choosingwhere it is better to relax — in Turkey or Egypt, familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the resort regions of the two countries. The main difference, as a rule, concerns the level of infrastructure development, nightlife activity and the range of entertainment offered.
Popular resorts of the Republic of Turkey:
- Alanya. In Alanya you will fully appreciate the peace, tranquility and unique Mediterranean atmosphere, picturesque beaches and unique attractions.
- Antalya. A large city with many shops and shopping centers, discos and nightclubs, which is chosen by lovers of active recreation.
- Belek The resort is called one of the world's golf centers, where you can stay in a fashionable five-star hotel and enjoy a luxury vacation.
- Side.Side has good sandy and sand-pebble beaches, many hotels for every taste and budget.
- Kemer. Famous for its special microclimate and fresh air, thanks to the large number of pine forests.
- Bodrum. The center of bohemian life and the capital of youth recreation, where a huge number of discos and nightclubs are located. < /span>
Egyptian resorts in demand among foreign tourists:
- Sharm el-Sheikh.A developed tourist center located on the coast of the Sinai Peninsula. There are practically no residential areas; most of the territories are occupied by hotels, villa complexes and apartments for tourists.
- Hurghada One of the first and largest resorts on the Red Sea coast of the African continent, where tourists are provided with a standard range of services .
- Makadi Bay. Attracts with crystal clear sea, golden sand and good coastline
- Dahab. This city is chosen by lovers of water activities — snorkeling, diving, windsurfing.
Service
Another marker that allows you to figure out where is the best place to rest — in Turkey or Egyptis the level of service. Of course, tourism — one of the most profitable sectors of the economy of the two powers, which means the quality of service is constantly improving. However, in practice in Turkey the level of services is much higher, and the policy of the host party is characterized by maximum respect for clients and their requests.
Egypt lags somewhat behind in this regard. In particular, vacationers note that the hotel staff is not very polite. But for some foreigners, other advantages completely cover this disadvantage.
When is the holiday season in Turkey and Egypt
The next important guideline regarding what to choose: Turkey or Egypt — this is the duration of the holiday season and climatic conditions.
In Egypt, you can swim in the sea and sunbathe throughout almost the entire year. However, there are several nuances that should be taken into account:
- Tropical and subtropical continental climate dominate the country.
- In winter, the air warms up to an average of +20…+25 °C. In summer, the thermometer often exceeds +35…+40 °C.
- In winter and spring, dry hot winds blow — khamsin. At this time, it is better to choose resorts protected from the wind by mountains. For example, Sharm el-Sheikh.
- Water temperature in winter, as a rule, remains at +20 °C, in summer it warms up to +26…+28 °C. ;
- Beach holidays are quite accessible even in January-February.
- The dry climate somewhat mitigates the summer heat. But if you cannot stand high temperatures, it is better not to go to Egypt on vacation in the summer. Wait until autumn, when the sun is not so scorching and the water remains warm.
Average temperature in popular resorts in Egypt (air/water), °C
| Month\Resort | Sharm el-Sheikh | Hurghada | Dahab | Makadi Bay | El Gouna |
| January | 24 / 22 | 21 / 21 | 21 / 23 | 21 / 21 | 20 / 23 |
| February | 23 / 23 | 22 / 20 | 23 / 22 | 22 / 20 | 23 / 22 |
| March | 25 / 24 | 24 / 21 | 25 / 22 | 24 / 21 | 25 / 22 |
| April | 27 / 25 | 27 / 23 | 28 / 23 | 28 / 23 | 29 / 23 |
| May | 29 / 26 | 30 / 26 | 31 / 25 | 31 / 26 | 32 / 25 |
| June | 32 / 27 | 32 / 27 | 34 / 26 | 33 / 27 | 35 / 26 |
| July | 35 / 28 | 33 / 28 | 36 / 27 | 33 / 28 | 36 / 28 |
| August | 36 / 29 | 33 / 28 | 36 / 28 | 33 / 28 | 37 / 29 |
| September | 32 / 28 | 31 / 26 | 35 / 27 | 32 / 26 | 35 / 28 |
| October | 30 / 27 | 29 / 26 | 31 / 26 | 30 / 26 | 31 / 27 |
| November | 27 / 26 | 26 / 24 | 27 / 25 | 26 / 24 | 27 / 26 |
| December | 24 / 24 | 21 / 22 | 23 / 24 | 22 / 22 | 22 / 24 |
The high season at the resorts of the Republic of Turkey starts in April and ends in October –the first half of November.
It is important for tourists to know:
- The Mediterranean climate reigns on the coast of the Mediterranean, Aegean, and Marmara seas.
- Ideal month for a beach holiday — June, when the air temperature in the Mediterranean does not exceed +28…+30 °C, the water warms up to +22…+24°C.
- The water in the sea warms up best near Antalya, Alanya, Side, Belek.
- Peak holiday season — in July-August. At this time, hotels and beaches are crowded with tourists, there is practically no rain.
- The summer heat is best tolerated by the sea, thanks to the fresh wind, pine forests, orange groves and mountain rivers. These are the natural conditions in most Turkish resorts.
- Swimming in the sea in winter is quite cold, since the air temperature does not exceed 15–17 °C.
This 85 sq m two-bedroom apartment in the Kestel district is furnished and suitable for a residence permit. It is located on the first floor, essentially at the second floor, in a building built in 2019. The apartment has two bedrooms, a living room, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 500 m, and to the city center is 250 m.
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85 m²
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This 1+1 apartment, 58 m², is located on the second floor of a building built in 2025 in the Mahmutlar district of Alanya. The apartment is delivered unfurnished. The layout includes a bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and a balcony. The distance to the sea is 300 m, and to the city center is 200 m.
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58 m²
11068
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1+1
58 m²
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1+1
55 m²
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1+1
60 m²
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1+1
50 m²
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2+1, Duplex
95 m²
11062
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2+1
120 m²
11061
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3+1
100 m²
11060
This 2+1 apartment, 110 sq m in the Tosmur district, is located on the third floor of a building built in 2016. It offers sea views and is suitable for a residence permit. The apartment is delivered furnished and features a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two balconies. It is 250 m from the sea and 150 m from the city center.
2+1
110 m²
11059
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2+1
110 m²
11058
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2+1, Duplex
90 m²
11057
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2+1
80 m²
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1+1
65 m²
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1+1
55 m²
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2+1
115 m²
11053
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3+1
160 m²
11052
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4+1
220 m²
11051
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2+1
85 m²
11050
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1+1
63 m²
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Average temperature in popular resorts in Turkey (air/water), °C
| Month\Resort | Alania | Antalya | Bodrum | Fethiye |
| January | 15 / 17 | 14 / 18 | 13 / 16 | 15 / 17 |
| February | 16 / 17 | 14 / 17 | 13 / 16 | 16 / 16 |
| March | 17 / 17 | 17 / 17 | 16 / 15 | 18 / 18 |
| April | 20 / 18 | 21 / 18 | 20 / 16 | 22 / 21 |
| May | 24 / 19 | 25 / 20 | 24 / 19 | 26 / 24 |
| June | 27 / 23 | 30 / 23 | 28 / 22 | 30 / 27 |
| July | 30 / 25 | 33 / 26 | 32 / 24 | 34 / 29 |
| August | 31 / 27 | 33 / 27 | 32 / 25 | 34 / 29 |
| September | 29 / 26 | 31 / 26 | 29 / 24 | 31 / 27 |
| October | 25 / 24 | 26 / 25 | 24 / 22 | 26 / 24 |
| November | 21 / 21 | 20 / 23 | 18 / 20 | 21 / 20 |
| December | 17 / 19 | 15 / 20 | 15 / 18 | 17 / 18 |
