EGYPT TOURS

The climate in Egypt is heavily dependent on where you are in the country, although in summer the climate can be quite hot and dry whereas in winter its quite moderate. The best times to travel to Egypt would be from November to March, and there is almost never rain at the Nile Valley.

Many of the main tourist attractions in Egypt can be found in the Nile Valley such as the Pyramids and Great Sphinx at Giza, the Abu Simbel temples south of Aswan and the Karnak Temple Complex and Valley of the Kings near Luxor. Other attractions in include the Cairo Museum and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, as well as Hurghada on the Red Sea coast.

The currency in Egypt is the Egyptian pound E£ and can be abbreviated as EGP and sometimes, LE or L.E. The 1/100th unit of EGP is the Piastre. The Central Bank of Egypt controls the circulation of currency. You should not change your money before you go to Egypt, as you will get a better rate there. Euros, sterling and dollars are accepted (notes not coins) but your money will go further if you change it into Egyptian pounds.

We offer Nile cruises on a felucca, a traditional sailboat, on which an overnight journey may require passengers to sleep in the open air on deck, and the sailors sometimes double as cooks - giving you the perfect opportunity to experience rural Egyptian life on the banks of the Nile River.

The official language of Egypt is Standard Arabic. It is taught in schools and is spoken by nearly everyone, and is used in most official documents. Arabic easily became integrated with other Semitic languages such as Syriac, Berber, and Assyrian to form other variants of Arabic spoken in the country today.

It is common to tip between 10-15% if you are pleased with your service. If the service was exceptional, then tip closer towards the 15% mark and if you were not pleased with your service then tip closer to the 10% mark.

The official currency in Egypt is the Egyptian pound. However, it is perfectly fine to take dollars, euros or pound sterling notes with you to Egypt.

Travellers tend to get a better rate of exchange in Egypt.

The US dollar is accepted as well as other currencies such as thee Euro, Pound and Canadian dollar.

It is best to exchange your foreign currency into Egyptian pounds – your money will go further. There are several places to exchange money in Egypt, from currency exchange shops to banks, as well as Cairo International airport.

The CDC and WHO recommend that travellers ensure that they are fully vaccinated for the following: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis A and Typhoid.

The most important vaccines are for Hepatitis A and Typhoid. These specific vaccines are important as they offer protection against food and water-borne diseases.

There have been no reported cases of locally-transmitted malaria in Egypt for the past 6 years. There are mosquitos in Egypt, particularly as you stray closer to the Nile, however, these are harmless – some long sleeve clothing and mosquito repellent should do the trick in keeping them away.

The tap water in Cairo is safe to drink however tends to have foul taste due to the chlorinated it contains. In general, it is recommended to stick to drinking boiled or bottled water in order to avoid an upset stomach.

A meal at a high-end establishment will cost around 120LE per person. An average lunch in Egypt such as a sandwich and a coffee/soft drink or a pizza is around 40-45LE per person.

The rate of exchange is generally 15LE for 1 US dollar.

Yes, you can - once you land, you need to go to the visa on arrival window. Keep in mind that when you pay for your Egypt visa on arrival, you need to pay in US dollars - you aren't allowed to use any other currency. Also, not that you need to pay in cash, no credit or debit cards are accepted.

Egypt prohibits the sale and consumption of alcohol in public places and shops except in hotels, restaurants, and tourist facilities. While the law in Egypt doesn't succeed in limiting the sale of alcohol exclusively to hotels, it does slow down the growth of the alcohol industry.

Any form of public displays of affection is usually heavily frowned upon – it is best to save it for the privacy of your hotel room. While things may seem more relaxed in tourist resorts, it’s good to be mindful of local customs and traditions.

Cairo is definitely at the top of the list – it is a truly charming place with world-class sights to see.

The city sits on the insubstantial River Nile and is the location of the medieval Islamic city and Coptic architecture in the old city.

Egyptians dress rather smartly and are rather conservative. You will see that most men in shirts, long trousers, and leather shoes and the women are usually fully veiled. In mosques, women are required to cover their shoulders & wear a veil, while men should be mostly covered as well.

Jeans okay to wear as long as you have a longer top to pair it with. You will find that many young local women pair their skinny jeans with longer sleeved tops that covered their bottoms.

Feluccas are traditional wooden sailing boats that have been used on the River Nile for centuries. The boats feature one or two triangular sails with no motor means you can enjoy a quiet and peaceful journey, watching traditional rural Egyptian life pass you by.

Some prescribed and over the counter medicines can’t be brought into the country without prior permission from Egypt’s Ministry of Health. If you arrive in Egypt without this permission and the required documentation, the medication will not be allowed into the country and you may be prosecuted under Egyptian law.

Like much of the Middle East, Egypt is still a conservative country, which unfortunately condemns homosexuality. Whilst being Gay in Egypt is not technically a crime, public acts of affection between same sex couples can lead to prosecution.