In short, Americans and other visitors can rest easy: yes, Egypt is a safe country for tourists.
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So, a trip to Egypt will be completely safe if a tourist plans a trip with a proven tour operator, stays only in tourist places and follows basic safety rules. Take care of your own health when traveling abroad. A reliable travel insurance policy will protect you from unexpected expenses during your vacation.
The UK Foreign Office is not warning against travel to tourist areas in Egypt, such as the Red Sea resorts of Sharm el Sheikh and Hurghada or the city of Cairo. It is advising against all travel to the following areas: Egypt-Libya border (within 20 km) North Sinai.
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.
Travel to the Egypt pyramids is very safe. Pickpockets, purse snatchers and scammers are probably the biggest risk for tourists visiting the pyramids, and especially when there are large crowds.
Should you travel to Egypt right now? Trips throughout primary tourist regions of Egypt are continuing to operate as usual. The country's alert level from the State Department also hasn't changed since July 13, and remains at a “Level 3: Reconsider Travel.”
Is Hurghada safer than Sharm El Sheik? Both Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh have safety measures in place, especially in tourist-centric zones. In recent years, both destinations have ramped up their security. Statistically, Hurghada is probably considered to be safer than Sharm, but it's negligible.
If you decide to travel to Egypt: Stay alert in locations frequented by Westerners. Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Obtain comprehensive medical insurance that includes medical evacuation.
Although it has long been a good value destination, a massive currency devaluation in recent months, coupled with prices becoming more competitive due to a reduction in Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian and American tourists, has turned Egypt into the bargain of the season — provided you avoid big international brands and ...
Can you kiss in Hurghada? While Egypt is more liberal than some of its neighbours, it's respectful to avoid public displays of affection, such as kissing, especially in local-centric areas. Tourist resorts and hotels might be more lenient, but always be mindful of local customs and sensitivities.
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Egypt. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Egypt: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
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.
You'll stick out like a sore thumb and being honest, a lot of people see you as a walking ATM. It's not like Europe where hard selling doesn't happen, the hard sell is part of the culture. So, it's important to get used to the thought of being spoken to on a daily basis, heckled at, hassled etc.It happens.
If you need to go inside the Pyramids of Khafre or Menkaure, you have to pay EGP 100 (about US$3.3). (Note: The maintenance of the Pyramid of Khafre from 12 July 2023 is still in progress (October 2023). Meanwhile, the interiors of Khufu's and Menkaure's Pyramids will remain open to visitors.)
WATCH FOR PICKPOCKETS AND PURSE-SNATCHERS IN BIG CITIESEgypt is nearly crime-free. Most crime is petty theft, with little violent crime. Still, you need to keep alert when walking through densely populated areas of Cairo or Alexandria, just as you would in other large urban areas around the world.