This list of tips for traveling to Egypt will help you prepare for your trip to one of the most fascinating countries in the world, Known as the country of the pharaohs and marked by the passage of the Nile, Egypt will allow you to discover one of the oldest and most advanced civilizations in history through many of its most famous places.

Cairo, where you will be speechless when you stand in front of the Pyramids of Egypt, travel the mythical Nile visiting ancient temples, search for the tombs of pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings or reach the wonderful Abu Simbel, the perfect ending to any trip to Egypt.

What is the best time to travel to Egypt?

The best time to travel to Egypt is from March to May and September to November. In this period, you will avoid the hottest and coldest months since, although the climate is hot and dry most of the year, the thermometers rise above 40 degrees in July and August. If you can only travel in summer, we recommend concentrating all visits during the first hours of the day, when temperatures are still bearable.

Also, keep in mind that visits to the most important temples in Egypt are not extended, there are parts of the temples where you are in the shade, and buses and cars have air conditioning. If you include the Red Sea area to spend the last few days relaxing on the beach or diving, the best time is from May to September.

Entry requirements to the country

To enter the country, in addition to having a passport with a minimum validity of 6 months, you need a visa that lasts 30 days. The visa can be processed at the airport of arrival or in advance online on this page. In both cases, the price is 25 dollars, and if you pay in euros, they will return the change in Egyptian pounds.

One of the best tips for traveling to Egypt and other countries is to always carry one or more copies of your passport on paper and another in the cloud, either in an email account, in Google Drive, or Dropbox.

Vaccines and travel insurance

In the case of vaccinations, in principle, there is no obligation to travel to Egypt. However, we always recommend (and we believe it is essential) to make an appointment at an International Vaccination Center and bring the book with the vaccinations you have received.

In addition to insurance, it is advisable to follow a series of basic precautions, such as drinking bottled water to avoid the usual stomach problems and always wearing sunscreen and mosquito repellent in the Nile area.

How to start the trip?

We recommend flying to Luxor, an option that allows you to start the trip with the Nile cruise and finish in the capital with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza and all the essential places to see in Cairo, ending the trip in style.
From Cairo, you can also take an internal flight to Luxor or make the journey on a night train and end later with a few days of relaxation on the paradisiacal beaches of the Red Sea, staying in an all-inclusive hotel in the tourist cities of Sharm el-Sheikh or Hurghada. Remember that the Red Sea is a paradise for those who practice scuba diving and snorkeling, as it has one of the most spectacular seabeds in the world.

Money Exchange

To get Egyptian pounds, one euro is equivalent to about 20 pounds; we recommend withdrawing money at ATMs rather than opting for exchange houses. In order not to pay commissions and always have the current change.

Also, remember always to carry a good amount of coins and one-pound notes for the usual tips, and make sure you get your change back, especially in taxis.

How to have internet in Egypt?

Suppose you want the internet in Egypt, something essential today, especially considering the number of applications (TripAdvisor, GPS, translator, booking) we use on our trips and the need to be in contact with our family and friends. In that case, you can Buy a SIM card at the airport or a phone store in the city is the cheapest option.

Travel to Egypt on your own or with an agency

Egypt is one of the few cases where an agency trip can be much cheaper than going alone. Keep in mind that the prices that travel agencies get in this country for good hotels, transport, and guides, can hardly be matched by an individual.

Safety and saving time is also one of the main reasons for taking an agency, as you don’t have to worry about all the logistics of transfers and hotels. Bear in mind that when you go on your own, you will have to look for a reliable taxi or driver in each city to take you to the temples and hotels.

Visit its main tourist attractions

The list of places to visit in Egypt is endless, mainly because of the many temples built on the Nile banks at the time of the pharaohs. Among the most outstanding are the Karnak Temple, with massive columns full of hieroglyphics; the Temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to the only female pharaoh; and Abu Simbel, with two temples in honor of the great pharaoh Ramses II and his favorite wife, Nefertari. In addition to visiting all these impressive temples, you can see other interesting ones during a Nile cruise, such as the Temple of Horus, the Temple of Kom Ombo, the Temple of Philae, and the Temple of Luxor.
On the banks of the Nile is also the Valley of the Kings, which was the cemetery of the great pharaohs, where in 1922, Howard Carter discovered the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. Near the Valley of the Kings are the Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

Although no temple or monument can overshadow the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World preserved today, the Pyramids of Egypt, located less than 20 kilometers from Cairo, the three great pyramids with the tombs of the pharaohs Cheops, Khafre, and Micerinos, will always be the great dream of any traveler where you can also see the beautiful Sphinx, more than 20 meters high.

Take a cruise on the Nile

One of the best experiences in Egypt is to cruise on the mythical Nile, the second-longest river in the world. Keep in mind that most of the temples, except Abu Simbel, that moved it, are located on the banks of the Nile, so in addition to enjoying the navigation, you will have incredible visits every day. Most ships make the route from Aswan to Luxor in 3 or 4 days, sailing at night and stopping during the day at the most exciting points.