Climate/Clothing
Spring:    70°F - 85°F
Summer: 80°F - 130°F
Autumn:  70°F - 85°F
Winter:    60°F - 85°F  

Bring comfortable shoes, a sweater, clothes you can layer and an all-weather coat.
Sunscreen and a hat or sunglasses we also recommended. Some religious sites do not allow shorts or sleeveless shirts.  

 

Language
Arabic is the local language. Limited English generally understood and spoken as well.

   
Passports
your passport must valid at least 6 months or longer after the date of travel. Please check with the Embassy or nearest Consulate of the country that you plan to visit for their requirements.

Visas
if a visa is required, obtain it from the appropriate foreign consular representative. Some nationalities can get the visa on arrival, Like USA, Canada, UK, Singapore, Malaysia, Argentine, Brazil, Ecuador, and East & West Europe.

Currency
the Egyptian pound is the currency of Egypt.

Tipping
Tips are always a matter of personal discretion. Although your bills normally will include a service charge, it is customary to add a small gratuity in restaurants and other places that cater to tourists. Tipping is consider by locals to be a part of their normal remuneration, our tour escort will give you a tipping guideline on arrival, and the amounts will be written in your briefing at the commencement of your vacation. If you would like to contact your local agent, they also will be able to advise you.

 

Plan your budget & Optional Tour
you are advised to do this well in advance and be sure to allocate funds for events whilst you are on tour such as additional meals, shopping and don't forget to budget for the 'Optional Excursions'. On arrival, your tour escort will give you a detailed list and cost of these exciting options. You can book and pay for these through your Tour Escort at your holiday destination.

Electricity
the voltage used is 220 volts.
Note:The U.S. uses 120 volts and you can purchase a converter and transformer at most hardware stores for your 120V appliances.

Health Precautions
No inoculations are necessary when arriving in Egypt, but always check this with your local Doctor prior to traveling. *To prevent "Montezuma's Revenge," avoid the tap water, including raw fruits and vegetables washed in tap water. Your stomach may still become upset due to the change in diet. Bring anti-diarrhea medicine just in case.

For the latest overseas travel health information, call the Center for Disease Control traveler hotline at 404-332-4559. On the other hand, visit their web site at www.cdc.gov

Code of Conduct
Egypt is a Muslim country so it is advisable that your dress should be conservative, women should not wear revealing clothes, particularly when in religious buildings, and in towns, (Western style of dress is accept in modern nightclubs, restaurants, hotels, and bars in Cairo, Alexandria and other tourist destinations). Official or smart restaurants usually require more wear that is formal. Smoking is very common.

Luggage
we are not responsible for loss or damage to luggage and personal belongings; you MUST report any loss or damage immediately at the time of the incident and obtain a written report from the local authority for submission to your insurance provider. If you luggage is lost or damaged by the airlines, a baggage claim form MUST be filed with the carrier before leaving the airport.

Travel Insurance
we strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance as additional security in the case of cancellation or interruption of travel plans, lost or damaged luggage, travel delays, illness, or accident. Keep all boarding passes, ticket copies, and receipts for expenses paid during your trip if it later becomes necessary to file a claim.