What are the areas where the Nile Cruises sail?

Nile cruises travel between Luxor to Aswan and vice versa. In this trip you will visit Isna, Edfu and Kom Ombo. The distance from Cairo to Luxor is 671km, and the distance from Cairo to Aswan is 879 km.

How to reach the Nile cruise in Luxor or Aswan?

If you are in Cairo, it will take you one hour on plane and 12 hours in the sleeping train. If you are traveling from Hurghada, it will take you three hours in a car.

Is it safe to go in a Nile cruise in Egypt?

All Nile boats in Egypt are subject to regular inspection by the governmental authorities to ensure the safety of passengers.

Do I need an entry visa for Egypt?

For most nationalities, entry visas are received at the Egyptian airports. You have to buy visa stamps for the amount of charge required for your nationality. For some other nationalities, the entry visa is required before arriving in Egypt. Contact the nearest Egyptian consulate at your residence to apply for an entry visa. Send us your nationality to inform you which entry visa you have to get.

Can I use my ATM card in Egypt?

ATMs are used in all the main towns and tourist destinations, such as Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Sharm El-Sheikh, Hurghada, and Dahab. Most of the cash machines there accept major credit cards, like Visa and Mastercard.

What should I wear in Egypt?

It is highly important to bring sport and comfortable shoes for traveling and long distance walking. The temperature in Egypt is commonly warm. Egypt’s main seasons are hot summer from May to October and winter from November to April. In summer wear light clothes and keep a Jacket for the nights that might be cool. Whereas, in the months of winter bring heavy clothes.

What should I bring with me to Egypt?

Bring your hat and sunglasses for the sightseeing tours, since the sun in Egypt is strong. In the beach, you will need a sun block.
The voltage rate in Egypt is 220 Volts. Plugs have two sockets for two rounded pins. If your machine uses other kinds of plugs such as the three-pin plugs, then you will have to bring an adaptor with two pins.
Do not forget your camera, since you will have to take many shots for magnificent Egypt.
Bring as well an extra bag, you will find lots of the souvenirs worthy of buying.

Do I need a certain medication?

In Egypt, we have all kinds of medications. However, if you are taking a special medication, bring it with you.

Can I drive cars in Egypt?

You can rent cars in Egypt. Use your own driving license. However, we do not advise you to drive yourself in Cairo for the traffic jam.

Is Egypt a safe place?

In Egypt, one can walk around free and without fear of any kind, either from the police officers or from attackers. Crime rates in Egypt are very low compared to the other countries. It only costs you not leaving your baggage or other valuables unattended. The Egyptian people are hospitable and warm. It is true that Egypt faced few tourist attacks but for the average rates in Egypt these incidents mean nothing. The tourist police provide utmost security for tourists in hotels, roads, and tourist spots.