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Egypt travel tips: |
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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 are also
recommended. Some religious sites do not
allow shorts or sleeveless shirts.
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Language |
Arabic is the local language. Limited
English is generally understood and spoken
as well.
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Passports and Visas |
Passport and visa required.
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Passports: To be 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, East & West Europe
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Currency |
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The Egyptian pound is the currency of Egypt. |
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Tipping |
Tips are always a matter of personal
discretion. No employees of Egypt Highlights
are permitted to request tips either
personally or on behalf of other service
providers. Although bills normally include a
service charge, it is customary to add a
small gratuity in restaurants and other
places that cater to tourists. Tipping is
considered by locals to be a part of their
normal remuneration and some may approach
you for additional "compensation". There is
no need to be intimidated by the request,
nor should you feel pressured to pay more
than recommended. If you become
uncomfortable by any behavior you encounter,
please advise your tour escort or phone our
office. Numbers have been provided in your
documents for your convenience.
We will give you a tipping guideline on
arrival, you may use this guideline (as
appropriate)
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Electricity |
The voltage used is 220 volts.
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*Note: The U.S. uses 120 volts and you can
purchase a converter and transformer at most
hardware stores for your 120V appliances.
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Health Precautions |
No inoculations are necessary when arriving
in Egypte. But consult with your health care
provider before 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's traveler's hotline at
404-332-4559. Or visit their web site at
www.cdc.gov
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Conservation/Code of Conduct |
Islam is the dominant influence and many
traditional customs and beliefs are tied up
with religion. The people are generally
courteous and hospitable and expect similar
respect from visitors. Handshaking will
suffice as a greeting. Because Egypt is a
Muslim country, dress should be conservative
and women should not wear revealing clothes,
particularly when in religious buildings and
in towns (although the Western style of
dress is accepted in modern nightclubs,
restaurants, hotels and bars in Cairo,
Alexandria and other tourist destinations).
Official or social functions and smart
restaurants usually require more formal
wear. Smoking is very common.
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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.
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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.
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