Egypt Holidays

GMT + 2 (GMT + 3 from last Friday in April to last Thursday in September)

The currency used throughout Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (E£). The pound consists of 100 piastres (pt). Egyptian currency is available at departure airports or banks in UK (pre-bookable) but can also be withdrawn through a growing number of ATM’s.

We can only advise of the requirements for British passport holders. For British passports endorsed in any way and for all other passport holders, requirements should be checked with the Egyptian Consulate.  You should ensure that you have a valid 10 year passport and that that your passport is valid for 6 months after your return to the UK. A Tourist Visa is required for entry into Egypt and should be obtained independently by each passenger.  Visas can either be obtained prior to travel by contacting the Egyptian Consulate, or upon arrival in Cairo. The current cost for an Egyptian Tourist Visa is approximately £15. Journeys of Distinction/Go Touring accept no liability for any passenger being refused entry into Egypt as a result of not acquiring the correct visa documentation or holding a valid passport.
EGYPTIAN CONSULATE: No. 2 Lowndes St, London, SW1X 9ET; 09065 508 933; www.egyptianconsulate.co.uk

All of our tours travel to Egypt during the winter months to avoid the extreme temperatures of the summer. Egypt’s desert climate can produce cool temperatures in the evening and early morning, yet during the day the winter climate is warm and pleasant. To the North of the country in Cairo the odd overcast day can be expected, however temperatures will still sit comfortably around the mid 20 degrees Celsius.  To the south of the country in Aswan & Luxor you can expect mid to high 20 degrees Celsius during the day.

220 volts AC, 50 Hz. Round two pin plugs.

Egypt does carry recommended health precautions and there are a number of vaccinations recommended for this tour. Currently recommended inoculations include Hepatitis A, Diphtheria, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio, Malaria and Tuberculosis. Insect repellent is a

Much of Egypt is desert, and as such is subject to hot days and cooler nights. Beach resorts are often cooled in the day by sea breezes, however, Nile towns can become stifling, especially in summer months. Lightweight clothing is recommended for days, although a fleece or sweater may be required during the winter months. A pullover or jacket for evenings may also be required in winter.  Suitable clothing such as walking boots and a windproof jacket is recommend for touring itineraries.
When visiting holy sites (for example Mosques), you maybe required to observe local custom such as covering your head, shoulders and legs.