Is Luxor safe for Americans?

There are no travel advisories in place for popular tourist spots in Egypt such as Cairo, the cities along the Nile including Luxor and Aswan, and resorts by the Red Sea such as Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada.



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Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, and Hurghada are usually on that 'safe' list and, as these are the main tourist spots in Egypt, security is tightly locked so you shouldn't face any issues. But, places like the West Desert, Abu Simbel, and Sinai can be touch and go.

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It is important to take the usual safety precautions, such as avoiding walking alone at night and keeping your valuables secure, but overall Luxor is a safe and enjoyable destination for solo female travellers.

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In the touristy areas of Luxor and Aswan, you don't have to dress as modestly as you might in the more local parts of these cities. For example, while visiting Philae Temple in Aswan you might wear a sleeveless shirt and a pair of shorts.

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Luxor is safe to walk at night along the Corniche, to reach restaurants, and to visit Luxor Temple which is centrally located. Karnak is a little further from the main hub of the city, so I wouldn't walk there unless your hotel is close.

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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.

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Why a visit to Luxor is a must. Situated in the Nile Valley in Upper Egypt, Luxor is an essential component of any Egyptian itinerary. Known as 'the world's largest open-air museum', it harbours many of the country's most astonishing monuments and is the starting point of the majority of river cruises.

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In Egypt, drinking water from the tap is not recommended. Water treatment plants in and around Cairo heavily chlorinate the supply, so the water in the capital is relatively safe to drink. However, it is advisable everywhere else in Egypt to purchase bottled water or drink treated or purified water.

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10 Safest Cities in Egypt
  • Sharm El-Sheikh, Qesm Sharm Ash Sheikh, Egypt.
  • Aswan, Egypt.
  • Hurghada, Egypt.
  • Luxor, Egypt.
  • Damietta, Egypt.
  • Dahab, Egypt.
  • Mersa Matruh, Egypt.
  • Alexandria, Egypt.


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Egypt 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.

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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 ...

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PHE issues advice to people travelling to Egypt
  1. where possible, avoid eating salads and uncooked vegetables.
  2. only eat fruit they can peel.
  3. avoid unpasteurised milk, cheese and ice cream.
  4. avoid food that has been left uncovered in warm environments and exposed to flies.


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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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Terrorist attacks could occur anywhere in Egypt. Potential targets include religious sites and tourist locations. The situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories could lead to increased tensions and the security situation could deteriorate with little notice. Avoid all demonstrations and protests.

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The country's alert level from the State Department also hasn't changed since July 13, and remains at a “Level 3: Reconsider Travel.”

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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.

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