Alexan Pasha Palace, Asyut, Lower Egypt Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Cairo, take the Abo Rawash Road (Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road) towards the south. Continue on the road until you reach the Al Munirah interchange and take the exit onto the Agricultural Road (Route 3) towards Asyut. Follow the signs for Asyut, which is approximately 350 km from Cairo. Once you enter Asyut, use a GPS or maps application to navigate to 55QR+JRQ, Al Hamraa Ath Thaneyah, El Fateh, Assiut Governorate. Parking may be available nearby the palace.

• Bus

  From Cairo, you can take a long-distance bus to Asyut. Companies like Go Bus and Super Jet offer services from various bus terminals in Cairo, including Torgoman and Abdel Moneim Riad. The journey takes about 6-8 hours, and tickets typically cost between 100-200 EGP. Once in Asyut, you can take a taxi to Alexan Pasha Palace, located at 55QR+JRQ, Al Hamraa Ath Thaneyah, which is about 15 minutes away from the bus station.

• Train

  Trains from Cairo to Asyut can be boarded at the Ramses Station. The trip takes approximately 7-10 hours, depending on the type of train (express or local). Tickets range from 80 EGP for second-class to 150 EGP for first-class. Upon arrival at Asyut train station, you can catch a taxi directly to Alexan Pasha Palace, which is approximately a 20-minute ride.

• Taxi or Ride-Hailing

  For those already in Asyut, taxis are readily available, and you can use ride-hailing apps like Uber if available. Simply input the address 55QR+JRQ, Al Hamraa Ath Thaneyah, El Fateh, and the estimated fare will be displayed before you confirm your ride. This option is convenient for shorter distances within the city.