Cairo is a big, dusty, crowded city with lovely vibes. I am lucky enough to have family friends who live in Cairo who were able to cart me around town and help with transportation and the language- those are the 2 biggest obstacles in Cairo. There is a bus system but it is quite puzzling for a foreigner to figure out. Try to take taxis and make sure you haggle for a good price. Don't attempt to cross any of the main streets- you will get hit by a few cars. The people are very very kind  more...