FAQs
Egypt - “The Cradle of Civilization”
What passport and visa information do I need to travel to Egypt?
Egypt requires a passport that is valid for 6 months beyond your scheduled return date. A tourist visa is required and will be arranged ahead of time and given to you by our Meet and Greet agent upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport.
How much walking will there be?
Our tour involves a good bit of walking so please bring a comfortable pair of walking shoes to make your trip more enjoyable. If you have mobility or respiratory limitations, please let us know before you apply.
What kind of hotel accommodations will we be staying in?
We stay at four or five - star hotels.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
If you have allergies or other dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance. We recommend those with dietary restrictions bring extra snacks to assure that you always have something you can eat available to you.
Can I drink the water in Egypt?
In Egypt, drinking water from the tap is generally not recommended. The tap water in Egypt is fine for brushing your teeth. Bottled water will be available at all meals and on the tour bus.
Is it safe to travel to Egypt?
Yes, Egypt is a safe destination for travelers. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The safety of our travelers is our top priority. The government and local authorities have implemented security measures to ensure the protection of visitors.
What kind of power adapter do I need for Egypt?
In Egypt the plug type C and F is used, with a voltage of 220-240V. If your electronic devices use a different type of plug, you will need a plug adapter to charge them. These adaptors allow you to plug in your devices anywhere in the country — including phone and tablet chargers.
What money currency can I use in Egypt?
The official currency in Egypt is the Egyptian pound (EGP). It is recommended to carry cash to exchange int Egyptian pounds for your personal purchases. Credit cards are accepted in many commercial establishments. Some hotels may have ATMs but that is not guaranteed.
Should I purchase telephone and internet services for my trip?
Wi-Fi will be available at all hotels. Communication apps that use Wi-Fi services will work at hotels (such as WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger). You may also opt to contact your telephone provider to ask about international roaming fees.
Frequently Asked Questions about our Egypt Tour
What kind of travel insurance do you require for tour participants?
We require international medical coverage of all tour participants, which should include essential medical coverage, emergency evacuation, and repatriation of remains. The same providers also provide varying degrees of coverage for trip cancellations, airfare, trip interruptions and lost baggage.
One such agency for North American travelers is:
https://www.travelguard.com/travel-insurance/plans
For Questions or Information, Contact:
www.TravelGuard.com / 1.800.826.1300
What immunizations and health information do I need?
Although not required, we recommend for your own safety that you are current with Tetanus, Typhoid and Hepatitis A and B vaccinations. Consider Flu and COVID vaccinations as well. We recommend that you carry copies of prescription medications with you, and a copy of your confirmed travel medical insurance information.
What do I pack? Is there a dress code in Egypt?
We recommend that you pack clothes that are casual and comfortable. Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, medications, comfortable walking shoes and phone chargers. There is no special dress code for travel to Egypt, the only thing to consider is to wear modest and respectful clothing when visiting religious sites. Egypt doesn’t have an especially strict dress code, but both men and women are expected to dress modestly to some degree. When we visit a mosque, out of cultural respect for their sacred space, we will take off our shoes and women will need to cover their hair with a scarf. So, women please pack a scarf that will cover your hair.
How can I reserve a place on a tour?
To register for one of our tours, please fill out the CARAVAN TOURS Inquiry Form. Once your Inquiry Form has been reviewed, further instructions on the registration process will be emailed to you, including payment options for your non-refundable $500 deposit and a schedule of payments dues.
What payment methods can I use? Do I need to pay the entire amount at once?
After reviewing your Inquiry Form, further instructions on the registration process will be emailed to you, including payment options to submit a non-refundable deposit of $500, along with a schedule of payments due. You will be able to pay via credit card, personal US check or bank wire transfer.
1-$500 deposit per person due with Tour Registration forms
2-50% of costs due 6 months ahead of the tour
3-100% of costs due 3 months ahead of the tour
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
The $500 deposit due upon submission of Registration documents is nonrefundable unless the tour is cancelled or rescheduled.
Payments are 50% refundable up to 6 months before the tour begins; after that, any refund will depend on someone else taking your place on the tour, or you can request to join us on a future tour within twelve months, where your installments minus the deposit and any non-refundable deposits made by the supplier, will be credited to that tour. We strongly recommend that all participants purchase comprehensive trip cancellation and interruption insurance in the event you need to cancel your travel plans.
Can you help me book my flights to and from Egypt?
Although we are not able to book international flights on your behalf, we will be happy to recommend specific flights that would arrive in Cairo at convenient times to join the tour.
