Egypt prides itself on having one of the lowest crime rates in the world and travelers can always feel safe here while traveling to Egypt. You should still make sensible preparations, but this applies to every travel destination worldwide.

To ensure the health and safety of our travelers, AdamTravel has adopted the new care measures of the WHO customized. We take all necessary procedures and precautions when it comes to the health and safety of our travelers as your safety and wellbeing continue to be our top priority. We always try to make your trip stress-free. With AdamTravel it will be possible to travel and explore Egypt with health and safety.

Egypt is considered the most liberal Islamic country in the Middle East. There are countless tourist facilities here, such as hotels, Nile cruise ships, Resorts, bars and casinos where guests in general and women in particular can feel so free to wear what they want and behave as they want. On the other hand, in less touristy areas, women should dress moderately and casually. Arms and legs should be covered. The Cairo metro has a compartment for women only. Women in Egypt are respected and protected and if there are problems there are always people who will come to your aid.

Visitors who book a trip to Egypt need a passport that is valid for at least 6 months upon entry. You have the option of applying for the visa in advance at the Egyptian embassy or consulate or upon arrival in Egypt. Usually the tourists get the visa on arrival at the airport without any problems. If you are one of our Book a tour of Egypt, then we can help you with the visa.

In general, there are three different types of entry visas in Egypt.

• The first is a non-tourist entry visa.
• The second type of visa is a transit visa. It is valid for a short period of time and is used for transit purposes.
• The third type of visa is the tourist visa.

It is valid for a maximum of three months and is usually the visa that travelers receive. It can be issued for multiple entries, depending on the tourist’s needs.

You can also apply for visas to Egypt if you do not live in your home country. You can apply for the visa at the local Egyptian embassy or consulate, or you can get your visa upon arrival.

Travelers do not receive a general visa except at the airports. Special visas for Sinai can be obtained at the border crossings in Raffah, Taba , Nuweiba and Sharm El Sheikh Airport .

The visa you get in Sinai allows tourists to travel within Sinai. If you want to visit other destinations in Egypt you need a new visa.

If a tourist wishes to extend his stay beyond a month, he has the opportunity to apply in one of the administrative offices provided in all major cities.

Although Egypt has numerous ports, both on the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, the number of passengers coming to Egypt by sea is constantly decreasing due to the cheaper flight tickets and package deals. The only exception is the ferry service between Aqaba and Nuweiba. Other connections, such as between Greece and Cyprus, have been discontinued.

If travelers want their own selection of alcohol and cigarettes, it is recommended to buy them in one of the duty free shops upon arrival. The import of four liters of alcohol, a carton of beer and 200 cigarettes is permitted.

You have the opportunity to buy these products in one of the duty free shops in every major city within 24 hours of arrival. The purchase of three liters of alcohol and 200 cigarettes are permitted here.

You can import cigarettes and alcohol from other countries. However, in this case you are only allowed to import one liter of alcohol and 200 cigarettes.

It is not necessary to speak Arabic to enjoy your stay in Egypt. However, if you plan to venture off the beaten track, it is a good idea to master some Arabic phrases. Our guides and tour guides speak your language. They are at your disposal for sightseeing, transfers and excursions from the Nile cruise ship.

Most monuments, historical squares and museums are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outdoor attractions like the pyramids are open from 8 a.m. until sunset. If you have your Book individual trips to Egypt , excursions and your Nile cruise, our tour guides will explain the exact pick-up times for the excursions and will take into account the opening times for the sights.

Most shops and businesses are open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. But in larger cities and tourist areas, the shops work around the clock.

Non-Muslims are always welcome to visit mosques in Egypt. Even so, it is advisable to ask permission if you want to go to mosques outside of major cities where people are not used to tourists. Exceptions also apply to mosques in which relatives of the Prophet Mohammed are buried or during prayer time.

There is no special dress code during a tour. However, one should be careful not to enter the mosque with shoes and wear decent clothing as possible. Women should cover their hair.

Cairo, also known as the City of 1000 Minarets, has a large number of remarkable historical mosques. The most notable and important of all the mosques is the Mohamed Ali Mosque in the Saladin Citadel, which was built in the early 19th century. The Sultan Hassan Mosque from 1361, the Al Azhar Mosque from 970 and the Amr Ibn El Aas Mosque from 640. It was the first mosque in Africa. Furthermore the Ahmed Ibn Tuloun Mosque from the year 878 and the Al Hakem Mosque from 1013. Visiting times are from sunrise to sunset.

The same applies to church tours as to mosques. One should pay attention to proper clothing when visiting churches or monasteries.

Christianity made its entry into Egypt very early on. The earliest signs date back to the 1st century. AD Egypt has many interesting churches and monasteries. The most important are undoubtedly the St. Catherine’s Monastery in Sinai, the Deir Abu Makkar monasteries and the Syrian monastery in Wadi Natroun, as well as the St. Paul and St. Anthony monasteries near the Red Sea near Hurghada. There are also many old churches, especially in Cairo and Alexandria.

Photography is generally not prohibited. Still, most historic squares and museums charge a fee for taking photos. Except in the Egyptian Museum and in the Valley of the Kings where photography is absolutely prohibited. With Egypt tours you make unforgettable memories and take lots of photos. Our guides in Cairo, on the Nile cruises or on Lake Nasser cruises will help you further.

Egyptians are known for tolerance and hospitality. Basically, most Egyptians are inclined to take photos. Nevertheless, you should ask for consent beforehand, especially if you want to photograph women or private things. There is an absolute ban on photography at army facilities, airports, bridges, the metro and the dam.

As with most hotels around the world, check-in time is 12 noon. If a guest arrives at the hotel before this appointment, he or she has to wait until noon to move into the room. Or he pays an extra night and can move into his room immediately. For your Egypt Nile cruise, the check-in time is 12 noon and 8 a.m. for check-out.

Here, too, the type of accommodation is no different from hotels anywhere in the world. A distinction is made between Bed & Breakfast, here the guest only gets breakfast. There is also half board, including breakfast and dinner, and full board, including breakfast, lunch and dinner. All inclusive means food, snacks and drinks are included. In addition, the prices change in the high season. The prices in Egypt in December differ from the rest of the months, so they are higher because there are many requests for hotels and Nile ships during New Year’s Eve in Egypt.

In general, tourists can expect a low health risk. It is only limited to digestive problems. It is also important to take precautions and not expose yourself to the sun without protection.

There are no compulsory vaccinations for Egypt. In general, it is advisable to get vaccinated against tetanus, hepatitis C and typhoid.

Credit cards are accepted in all hotels, shops, restaurants and cafes. Visacard, Mastercard and American Express are common.

There are several modes of transport from Cairo Airport. The quickest and easiest way to get to Cairo is by taxi. As soon as you leave the airport you will be approached by taxi drivers. The modern white taxis have a taximeter and are therefore a good way to get into the city center. If possible, you should not use the black taxis, as they do not have a taximeter and you can be taken advantage of. There is also an exclusive limousine service that Cairo Airport provides for guests with higher demands. There is also a shuttle bus from the airport to the city center every 20 minutes. The bus is the cheapest means of transport. However, if you travel with a lot of luggage, you should refrain from this bus, as the space is very limited.

In general, the standard of trains on the Egyptian Railways is quite good. The rail network of the Egyptian Railway connects the Nile Valley with the Delta, the Suez Canal and the Mediterranean coast. Since the domestic flights are quite expensive, it is advisable to take the sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan. The trains leave Cairo at 9:00 p.m. and arrive in Luxor at around 4 a.m. and in Aswan around 7 a.m. The sleeper trains are very comfortable with full board.

There is no train connection to these cities. Only buses or airplanes go to these destinations.