How do I prepare for a trip to Egypt?

14 things to know to help you plan the perfect trip to Egypt
  1. Consider getting your visa in advance. ...
  2. Prepare a rough itinerary. ...
  3. Learn some basic Arabic phrases. ...
  4. Don't underestimate Egypt's weather – both hot and cold. ...
  5. Pack for the heat, but keep it conservative. ...
  6. Keep transportation in mind when booking accommodation.




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Most important, dress conservatively. Bare arms and legs will indicate that you are the loose Westerner of their imagination, and you will find the level of harassment increasing commensurately. Tight jeans and tops are better than shorts and a tank top, but not by much.

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The best time to visit Egypt is between October and April when daytime temperatures are comfortable and nights are cool, but you're still guaranteed sun. The conditions are perfect for exploring chaotic Cairo or venturing into the desert.

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Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism. Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to the Embassy's limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained. Do not travel to: The Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) due to terrorism.

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Prohibited Items
  • Medical drugs that cannot be dispensed without a prescription such as Tramadol, Xanax, Librax and other medicines.
  • Real and toy arms, ammunition and explosives and any other substances containing explosive materials such as firearms and crackers.
  • All kinds of artifacts.
  • All kinds of narcotics.


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It's technically permissible to wear shorts in Egypt, though not regarded as appropriate outside of beach areas. It seems, however, that some girls do wear shorts. even short shorts, in Egypt outside of beach areas, so perhaps you could do so, as well.

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Dress Code For Female Tourists In Egypt You'll see most local women in Egypt covering up their knees, shoulders, and sometimes their hair. It's also worth pointing out that there are no strict dress codes in Egypt. People dress conservatively, but there is not a strict code like in Iran, for example.

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ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO PACK FOR EGYPT
  • A scarf. A scarf for a trip to Egypt should be the first thing you throw in your bag! ...
  • Sun protection. ...
  • A maxi dress or two. ...
  • A long cardigan. ...
  • Sunglasses. ...
  • Secure purse or locked daypack. ...
  • Comfy shoes for walking. ...
  • An oversized button down.


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Among the very accepted taboos in ancient Egypt, the access to such ceremonial and ritualistic buildings, as tombs, temples and palaces, in the sense that individuals were prohibited unless they adhered to certain rules of purity, being circumcised and abstinence from sexual activity.

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Toilet paper - You can always buy toilet paper while there or take some from your hotel. If you're particularly worried about hygiene, also bring your travel toilet seat covers. Note - don't flush anything down the toilet in Egypt, not even toilet paper. The pipes can't handle it.

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Mobile phones are widely used across the country at cheap rates. You can only use your mobile phone if you have a roaming facility, and don't forget there is always an extra roaming surcharge. If you want to avoid high cost we recommend using an Egyptian SIM.

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Egypt is relatively easy on the wallet. Compared with places like Europe, North America, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand, Egypt is cheaper to visit. Traveling through Egypt is similar in price to traveling through Southeast Asia.

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