In this article you will find answers for Egypt Tours FAQs. We listed a few Egypt Tours FAQs, however feel free to Contact Us if you have any further questions.
Is Egypt Safe to Travel?
Egypt is one of the top 14 safest countries to travel in the world at the moment, crime levels in Egypt are very low due to the strong family and cultural restrictions, plus Egypt law is very firm when it comes to big crimes like murder. In Mid 2021 the World Health Organization (WHO) placed Egypt at one of the the lowest levels of COVID-19 spread Risk across the world. Thanks to the strict measures followed by the Egyptian government that helped control the spread of the virus and ensured the safety travelers through out Egypt, such as the cleansing of all the public areas visited by travelers.
What Is The Best Way To Travel In Egypt?
Egypt is an easy place to travel and navigate with constant means of transportation between the main cities, trains are number one means of transport used for long distances, and they vary from 1st class Sleeper trains and VIP Seater trains with WiFi connections and clean toilets, short domestic flights operating almost 24/7, and private A/C cars as well. To move around the cities, Uber and Taxis are very common especially in the big cities. The Nile River Cruises are the best way to sail the Nile with comfort facilities, however adventurers may tend to travel by traditional Felucca Sail Boats to have full access to the Nile Valley and its islands.
What Are The Dos And Don’ts In Egypt?
Egypt is a moderate country when it comes to culture and religion, yet the Egyptian families are conservative especially middle Egypt and the south, and when it comes to taking photos for locals, it is highly recommended to ask their permission first. Also the archaeological sites are to be respected by not touching, scratching, or sitting on, as they are the remains of the distinctive Egyptian heritage. While traveling the local and public areas, such as train stations and souqs, you should consider dressing conservatively despite the fact that there is no specific dress code in Egypt, it is known that women will feel much comfortable if they cover their shoulders and knees.
Due to the dry weather in Egypt, it is important to drink a lot of water and fluids to avoid dehydration. Sun cream to avoid sun burns.
Always keep some cash on you while traveling as smaller restaurants and stores may not have the visa machine especially when you travel further into the tourist areas and the desert. Be careful when Buying souvenirs from local markets as some of them don’t use secure payment channels, however department store and famous brands are safe to shop at.
Keep a waist bag for your valuables to keep your passport, camera, or phone with you at all times. Always let your professional tour guide and driver updated of where you are heading during or after the tour to give you the relevant directions and instructions.