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Egyptians are very warm, genuinely hospitable and love to showcase their country.
Approximately 90% of the population are Muslim and 10% Christian.
Local men & women embrace and kiss that of the same gender. Affection between a man and woman is very private not openly displayed in public.
Pack comfortable cotton clothing to be worn during your day tours. We highly recommend lighter colors due to the morning/afternoon heat.
When visiting a Church, Mosque or Synagogue, please dress modestly
Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.
A scarf or a hat will come in very handy.
Knee length skirts or capris are totally fine.

Please check in with your airline 3 hours prior to the departure time
Egypt Air closes their check in counters an hour prior the flight’s departure time.
For luggage restrictions, please check your ticket or contact your airline for their policy.
TSA regulations apply at Egyptian airport.

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the end of your trip
North Americans, most Europeans and most Asians can get an entry visa upon arrival in Egypt.
If you don't qualify for an entry visa upon arrival, you will have to get a pre-arrival entry visa from an Egyptian Consulate in your country.

There are no necessary inoculations before traveling to Egypt.
We highly recommend checking with your medical provider if you need one for any specific medical reason.
Make sure to bring your personal medications or supplements.

Egypt’s currency is the Egyptian pound.
The currency denominations are 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200.
Current exchange rate is approximately 1 Dollar = 15.5 Egyptian Pounds.
Exchanging foreign currenies to Egyptian pounds is much cheaper in Egypt than abroad.
Credit cards and debit cards are accepted at all hotels and major stores. ATM machines are available in most hotels.
United States dollars, Euros, British pounds, and Egyptian pounds are widely accepted.
Please bring money in small denominations (1, 5, 10, 20) of your local currency to be used for shopping or tipping.
ATMs will only give Egyptian Pounds.

Bring large capacity memory cards.
Photography is allowed in most temples and tombs. However, at specific locations there is a "Photography fee" or you can use the camera without flash. Your guide will inform you of any restrictions prior to your tour.
Tripod usage incures an additional fee.

Egyptian cuisine is very delicious and isn't spicy.
It is very close to (Mediterreanean cuisines) Greek and Turkish.
Different spicies are used to cook dishes, but they will be mild.
Drink only bottled mineral water.
Try to avoid raw vegetables for the first couple of days until your system gets used to the new bacteria.
Peel the skin off all raw fruits and vegetables.
If you have any dietary restriction, please notify us before your departure.

In Egypt you will find the following souvenirs:
- Jewelry, oriental carpets, Papyrus, essential perfume oils, cotton and textile products, statues/figurines and much more
Bargaining for a product is accepted in Egypt.
Major shops accept credit/debit cards.

Egypt has a very dry climate with plenty of sun shine.
Due to its desert climate, temperatures drop rapidly during the evening and into the night.
Bring a hat, scarf, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
A light jacket or sweater are highly recommended for early morning or evening/night activities.

Voltage in Egypt is 220-240 volts/ 50 cycles.
Wall plugs are the round two-pronged European style.
Most new laptops and electronics are equipped to operate between 100-240 volts. Please check your devices before your departure.
If your device only operates at 100-120 volts, a converter will be required.
Most hotels and Nile Cruise will have a hair dryer

A copy of passport and airline tickets
Medications
Camera and memory cards
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Flashlight
VERY COMFORTABLE walking shoes
Sweater or light jacket
Hat or scarf
A change of clothes in your carry on just in case if your luggage don’t arrive on time.
Please do NOT pack the following items in your checked luggage
- Passport
- Airline Tickets
- Money

Arabic is the main language in Egypt, however English, Spanish, Italian, and French are widely spoken.

Useful Arabic words

Numbers in Arabic