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About Egypt
Visa
All Egyptian consulates issue visas and they can also be issued at the airports
for some nationalities.
Climate
Take care in the dry climate and very high temperature, especially during the
summer months. Make sure you get enough fluids by drinking plenty of bottled
water which is available everywhere. We also advise guests to take care when
sunbathing.
Voltage
220 v 2 pin plug. Don't use any other electrical equipment than tape players,
radios, hairdryers and shavers in your cabin.
Culture/Religion
Egypt is a Muslim country with a very different culture and mentality to that
of the west. Please expect a lot of attention from the local people they will
give you all an exceptional welcome in their land.
Alcohol
As Egypt is a Muslim country, alcohol is not served everywhere. They are
available in hotels, bars, discotheques, pubs, on board the Nile cruisers and
in most restaurants.
You may find alcohol quite expensive, due to the fact that taxation on such
products is very high. Imported beer and wine are more expensive than local
products.
Language
In Egypt the spoken language is Arabic, but English is widely spoken and
understood. However, if you can spend sometime picking up a few words of
Arabic, the locals will be absolutely delighted.
Telephoning Home
International calls can be made via your cruise reception or in hotels in Luxor
and Aswan. Calling internationally is expensive and you will find that a
minimum charge of a 3 minute call usually applies.
Egyptian Currency and Changing Money
The currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound, which is made up of 100 pilastres.
You will very rarely see any coins, most of the Egyptian currency comes in note
form starting with 25 pilastres, 50 pilastres, 1 pound, 5, 10, 50 and hundred
Egyptian pound note. The value of each note is written in English in one side
and Arabic numbers on the other side.
Shopping
Egypt is a shopper's paradise and you can find many wonderful gifts for your
family and friends. There is a huge variety ranging from herbs and spices to
gold and silver, perfume oils, papyrus paper and statues.
Tour Tips
When on tours please wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat and carry plenty of
drinking water. Spare cash will be required to cover any gratuities or extra
camera ticket cost, which are not including in the excursion price. At some
historic sites, photography is completely forbidden as is the use of a flash.
Your guide will always be on hand to advise you of such details as they
arise.
Tipping
One of the greatest pleasures of traveling in Egypt is the friendliness of the
people especially in the hotels and the cruise boats. All the staff strive to
provide a very high standard of service. In view of this, it is customary to
leave a tip, otherwise known as Baksheesh. Tipping is not restricted to
foreigners and you will often see during your travels within Egypt, local
people leaving a tip for any service provided. |
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