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Egypt Tour Packages from USA
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Your Complete Egypt Tour from USA Guide
Below is everything US travelers need to know about planning a private Egypt tour from the United States — from flight routes and best travel times to pricing, visa requirements, and the practical logistics specific to traveling from the US.
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Why USA Travelers Choose Egypt Tours Plus
American travelers visiting Egypt face a different planning challenge than European or Middle Eastern visitors. The flight is long, the time difference is significant, and the cultural distance from home is real. Egypt Tours Plus has built our service specifically around these realities for US clients since 1955.
Fully Private Tours, Never Fixed-Departure Groups
Every Egypt Tours Plus itinerary runs privately with just your party, your Egyptologist guide, and your driver. We never combine US clients with other groups, never run fixed-departure schedules, and never adjust pacing to accommodate other travelers’ preferences. Your itinerary is built around your interests, your timing, and your travel companions only.
This matters for US travelers in particular. American clients tell us they want flexibility (sleep in one morning, push through to see one more site on another), they want guides who adapt to American conversational style and questions, and they want the freedom to spend two hours at a site that captures them and 30 minutes at one that doesn’t. Private touring delivers all three.
Egyptologist Guides Who Speak Clear English
All Egypt Tours Plus guides hold advanced degrees in Egyptology, history, or archaeology, and undergo continuous training to maintain current knowledge of ongoing excavations and discoveries. Our guides are matched specifically to American clients who appreciate clear, accessible English without the dense academic jargon some heritage tour guides use.
Your guide travels with you on every land-touring day, providing historical context, cultural insight, and practical logistics throughout the trip. The same guide accompanies you for the entire Egypt portion, building familiarity and rapport rather than introducing a new face at each site.
24/7 In-Country Support and a Dedicated Travel Concierge
Before your trip, your dedicated Travel Concierge handles all planning, revisions, and questions. After you arrive in Egypt, our 24/7 in-country support team is available throughout your trip for anything that comes up — itinerary adjustments, restaurant recommendations, medical needs, or simply questions about what you’re seeing.
Awarded TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Every Year Since 2020
Egypt Tours Plus has been awarded TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice every year from 2020 through 2025, putting us in the top 10% of travel experiences worldwide based on traveler reviews. This sustained recognition comes from US, UK, Canadian, Australian, and other international clients who have consistently rated our service highly across thousands of reviews.
Flights from the USA to Egypt: Routes and Logistics
Reaching Cairo from the USA takes between 11 and 20 hours depending on your departure city and routing. Below is a current overview of the most-used routes for Egypt Tours Plus clients. Flight availability and routings change seasonally and year-to-year — always verify current schedules when booking.
Direct Flights from the USA
New York (JFK) → Cairo (CAI): EgyptAir operates direct flights on most days of the week with a flight time of 10 hours 50 minutes. This is the only true non-stop option from the United States to Egypt, making JFK the easiest US gateway. Aircraft is typically a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with full business class and economy cabins.
Washington Dulles (IAD) → Cairo (CAI): EgyptAir has historically operated direct service from IAD seasonally, though frequency varies by year. When available, this is the second-shortest US-to-Cairo option at approximately 11 hours.
Connecting Flights from Other US Airports
For US travelers not based near JFK or IAD, the most-used connecting routes via major hub airports are:
- Via Frankfurt (FRA): Lufthansa from most major US cities, then Lufthansa or EgyptAir to Cairo (14 to 17 hours total)
- Via Munich (MUC): Lufthansa from JFK, ORD, LAX, IAD, SFO, BOS, then to Cairo (15 to 17 hours total)
- Via Istanbul (IST): Turkish Airlines from JFK, ORD, LAX, IAD, BOS, MIA, IAH, SFO, ATL, then to Cairo (15 to 18 hours total)
- Via Doha (DOH): Qatar Airways from JFK, ORD, LAX, IAD, BOS, DFW, PHL, SEA, ATL, MIA, then to Cairo (17 to 20 hours total)
- Via Dubai (DXB): Emirates from JFK, LAX, ORD, IAH, DFW, BOS, SFO, ATL, then to Cairo (18 to 21 hours total)
Recommended Connecting Routes by US Region
East Coast (Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, Atlanta, Miami): Frankfurt or Istanbul typically offer the shortest total travel time.
Midwest (Chicago, Detroit, Minneapolis): Frankfurt is usually the fastest. Istanbul also works well.
West Coast (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland): Doha (Qatar) or Dubai (Emirates) typically offer the most comfortable long-haul service, though total travel time runs 18 to 21 hours.
Texas (Houston, Dallas): Doha or Frankfurt are the standard options.
Time Zone and Jet Lag
Egypt operates on Eastern European Time (EET), which is 7 hours ahead of US Eastern Time and 10 hours ahead of US Pacific Time. Egypt does not observe daylight saving time, so the difference adjusts slightly twice a year when the US changes clocks.
Most US travelers find that arriving in Cairo on an overnight flight with one full day of rest before starting touring eliminates the worst of the jet lag. Egypt Tours Plus can build this buffer into most itineraries by default, with the first full day in Cairo scheduled as light arrival activities rather than intensive sightseeing.
Flight availability, frequency, routings, and travel times change throughout the year. Your Travel Concierge can advise on current best options from your specific departure city as part of the planning conversation.
Popular Egypt Tour Package Options from the USA
US travelers most commonly book one of four core itinerary formats. All are fully customizable and can be combined or extended.
Classic 8 to 10-Day Egypt Tour
The most-booked option for first-time US visitors. The itinerary combines:
- 2 to 3 days in Cairo (Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square, Khan El-Khalili bazaar)
- Internal flight to Luxor
- 4-day Luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with shore visits to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae
- Optional day trip to Abu Simbel from Aswan (by flight, included in most premium packages)
- Internal flight back to Cairo for departure
Egypt Tour with Dahabiya Cruise
For US travelers prioritizing intimacy over scale, the dahabiya option replaces the Luxury Nile Cruise segment with a traditional twin-mast sailing vessel carrying 8 to 16 passengers. The dahabiya format suits couples, honeymooners, and small family groups who want exclusivity, slower pacing, and access to smaller sites that larger ships sail past.
See our Dahabiya Nile Cruises page for details on this format.
Egypt and Red Sea Combination
Adding 4 to 7 nights on the Red Sea coast (Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, El Gouna, or Marsa Alam) creates a complete Egypt experience combining ancient sites with beach time and world-class diving. This format suits US travelers extending to 10 to 16 days total.
See our Cairo and Red Sea Holidays page for combined itineraries.
Egypt with Multi-Country Extension
US travelers willing to extend to 14 to 21 days total often add one of these neighbouring destinations:
- Egypt and Jordan for Petra and Wadi Rum
- Egypt and Greece for Athens and the islands
- Egypt and Morocco for North African cultural depth
- Egypt and Dubai for modern Middle East contrast
- Egypt and Turkey for Istanbul and Cappadocia
Plan at least 5 days in Egypt and 5 or more days for each added country.
Best Times to Travel to Egypt from the USA
Egypt’s ideal travel weather aligns surprisingly well with the US calendar of holidays and natural travel windows. Below is a guide to matching US holiday weeks with Egypt’s seasonal conditions.
Peak Season: December and January
December and January are Egypt’s most-comfortable months with daytime temperatures of 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F) and almost no rainfall. This period coincides with the US Christmas and New Year holidays, making it the most-popular travel window for American clients combining school breaks with vacation time.
Peak-season pricing applies during this period, with hotel rates 15 to 25 percent above off-peak. The week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day in particular sees premium pricing across all 5-star Cairo hotels, Luxury Nile Cruise vessels, and dahabiya cruises.
Sweet-Spot Months: October, November, February, March, April
Late October through early December and February through early April offer Egypt’s same comfortable weather with slightly thinner crowds and better availability. These months work particularly well for:
- Thanksgiving Week (late November): Egypt is shoulder-to-peak season. Many US travelers extend Thanksgiving with one to two additional days for a 10-day trip.
- President’s Day Week (mid-February): Mid-winter US school break aligns with Egypt’s most comfortable temperatures.
- Spring Break (mid-March to mid-April): Peak Egyptian travel weather coincides with US college and family spring breaks.
- Easter Week: Egypt experiences peak-season pricing during Easter due to high international demand. Book early.
Egypt’s Easter and Christmas/New Year periods are the year’s two highest-demand windows. Prices are noticeably higher than mid-season, and availability for the best hotels and cruise vessels closes 4 to 6 months ahead.
Shoulder Season: May and September
May and September are Egypt’s shoulder-season months with daytime temperatures of 30 to 33°C (86 to 91°F) and significantly lower prices (typically 15 to 25 percent below peak season). These months work well for:
- Memorial Day Weekend (late May): Late May is right at the edge of comfortable touring weather. Early morning starts are recommended at southern sites like Aswan and Abu Simbel.
- Labor Day Week (early September): Still hot but tolerable, and one of the best value windows of the year.
Off-Peak: June, July, August
June through August brings significantly lower prices and very few tourists at famous monuments. Daytime temperatures regularly exceed 35°C (95°F) and approach 40°C (104°F) at midday in southern regions like Aswan and Abu Simbel.
This period is not ideal for first-time US visitors unless you handle heat well and are comfortable with early-morning starts (5:00 to 6:00 am) and extended midday breaks. However, for travelers who have been before or who specifically want lower prices, July and August can work well with the right itinerary design.
US Independence Day Week (early July): Off-peak in Egypt. Pricing is the lowest of the year, but heat is extreme.
How Many Days for an Egypt Tour from the USA?
Given that US travelers spend a full day each way on flights (or two days each way for West Coast travelers), Egypt itinerary length needs to account for travel time on both ends. Below are the most-popular length frameworks for US clients.
8-Day Egypt Tour from the USA
An 8-day trip includes 6 full days in Egypt after accounting for arrival and departure travel. This works for first-time visitors covering the classic combination:
- 2 to 3 days in Cairo (Pyramids, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, Khan El-Khalili)
- A 4-day Luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Abu Simbel
- Internal flights between Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan
The 8-day length is the most-booked option for US travelers using Christmas, Spring Break, or Thanksgiving week. It’s enough to see Egypt’s defining sites without feeling rushed but tight enough to fit into a standard US vacation window.
10 to 12-Day Egypt Tour from the USA
10 to 12 days adds depth at every site plus optional extras like Alexandria, Saqqara and Dahshur (Egypt’s “other” pyramid sites), the White Desert, or a Red Sea coastal stretch in Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh. Most US first-time visitors who can take 2 weeks off choose this length.
14-Day Egypt Tour from the USA
14 days covers everything in a 10-day trip with additional time for slower pacing, deeper exploration, and the option to add Lake Nasser Cruise from Aswan to Abu Simbel (a distinctive way to see those temples by water rather than by quick flight).
15+ Days: Multi-Country Routes
For US travelers willing to extend to 16 to 21 days, multi-country routes are popular and arrange efficiently through Egypt Tours Plus:
- Egypt and Jordan (Petra, Wadi Rum) — most common combination
- Egypt and Greece (Athens, Santorini, Crete) — popular for cultural depth
- Egypt and Morocco (Marrakech, Fez, Sahara) — North African pairing
- Egypt and Dubai (UAE skyline contrast with ancient Egypt)
- Egypt and Turkey (Istanbul + Cappadocia)
Plan at least 5 days in Egypt and 5 or more days for each added country to do justice to both halves.
Egypt Tour Package Inclusions and Pricing
Egypt Tours Plus packages from the USA include accommodation in your chosen hotel category, all internal flights between Egyptian cities, your private Egyptologist guide accompanying you on every land-touring day, your personal driver with modern air-conditioned vehicle, all major site entrance fees, hotel pickups and drop-offs, the Luxury Nile cruise or dahabiya segment with all meals on board, breakfasts at all hotels, and 24/7 in-country support.
Items typically not included: international flights between the USA and Cairo, Egyptian visa ($25 USD), travel insurance, lunches and dinners outside the cruise, drinks at meals, gratuities for cruise crew and Egyptologist guide, and optional add-ons like hot air balloon rides over Luxor or special-access tomb tickets.
Pricing Guidance for US Travelers
Egypt Tours Plus packages from the USA typically run within these ranges depending on hotel category, cruise type, and length:
- Mid-range packages: $200 to $350 USD per person per day (4-star hotels, Luxury Nile Cruise, internal flights, full private logistics)
- Premium packages: $400 to $600 USD per person per day (5-star hotels, premium cruise cabins, upgraded vehicles)
- Luxury packages: $600 to $1,000+ USD per person per day (5-star deluxe properties, top-category dahabiya cruises, Lake Nasser segments, private charters)
Single-occupancy supplements apply to solo travelers (typically 30 to 50 percent above per-person rates). For specific itinerary pricing, see our Egypt tour packages page where individual itineraries display from-prices, or request a custom quote from your Travel Concierge.
Prices are noticeably higher during peak periods, especially Christmas/New Year week (December 22 through January 5) and Easter week, when 5-star hotels in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan typically run 25 to 50 percent above mid-season rates. For these dates, book 4 to 6 months ahead to secure preferred properties.
USA-Specific Practical Information
Below is the practical information US travelers most commonly ask about before traveling to Egypt.
Egypt Visa Requirements for US Citizens
US passport holders need a tourist visa for Egypt, available either online through Egypt’s official e-visa system before departure or on arrival at Cairo International Airport. The visa fee is $25 USD for 30 days. The e-visa system allows US citizens to apply 7 days before travel and arrive with the visa pre-issued, which speeds airport entry processing significantly.
Your US passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates. Egypt Tours Plus’ airport meet-and-greet service handles the immigration and customs process at Cairo International Airport, with our representative meeting you in the arrivals area to guide you through entry procedures.
US Embassy in Cairo
The US Embassy in Cairo is located at 5 Tawfik Diab Street in Garden City. Main number is +20 2 2797-3300. For US citizen emergencies after hours, call the same number and follow the prompts for emergency assistance.
The Department of State recommends US travelers enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) before international travel. STEP enrollment is free and provides updates on local conditions plus emergency contact for the embassy. Enroll at step.state.gov before your trip.
Time Zone
Egypt is on Eastern European Time (EET), which is 7 hours ahead of US Eastern Time and 10 hours ahead of US Pacific Time. Egypt does not observe daylight saving time, so the time difference changes by one hour twice a year when the US adjusts clocks.
Travel Insurance for US Travelers
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for any international trip and particularly important for Egypt given the distance from home. Standard coverage should include medical emergencies, trip cancellation and interruption, baggage loss, and travel delay protection. The major US providers that travelers commonly use for Egypt trips include Allianz Travel Insurance, TravelGuard (AIG), AAA Travel, and Travel Insured International. Compare policies on aggregator sites like Squaremouth or InsureMyTrip.
Standard credit card travel benefits (Chase Sapphire, Amex Platinum, etc.) provide some baggage and trip delay coverage but typically have lower limits than dedicated travel insurance. For Egypt trips with significant cruise components, consider supplemental coverage that includes evacuation.
Credit Cards and Currency
Major US credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover) are accepted at hotels, larger restaurants, tour operators, and most shops in tourist areas. Notify your card issuers of international travel before departure to avoid fraud holds.
For day-to-day expenses like local restaurants, taxis, baksheesh (tipping), and small purchases at markets like Khan El-Khalili, Egyptian Pounds are essential. ATMs are widely available throughout Cairo and at major hotels and dispense Egyptian Pounds.
We recommend bringing $200 to $400 USD per person in mixed denominations (small bills work best for tipping) plus relying on credit cards and ATMs for the rest. US dollars are widely accepted at hotels and tour operators for major purchases, but Egyptian Pounds are needed for smaller transactions.
Health and Vaccinations
No vaccines are mandatory for entry into Egypt for travelers arriving from the US. The CDC and WHO recommend Hepatitis A and typhoid vaccinations for most travelers, and Hepatitis B for stays of one month or longer. Routine vaccinations should be current.
Tap water is treated and safe for hygiene throughout Egypt, but for drinking we recommend bottled water (widely available at $0.50 to $1 USD per bottle). Most hotels and Nile cruises provide complimentary bottled water.
Phone and Internet
US phone plans with international roaming work in Egypt, though rates vary significantly. T-Mobile and Google Fi typically offer the best international roaming for Egypt. Verizon and AT&T require activated international plans with daily fees.
For longer trips, local SIM cards from Orange, Vodafone, or Etisalat (available at the airport on arrival or at any phone shop in Cairo) offer significantly better rates than US carrier roaming. Most hotels and Nile cruises provide free Wi-Fi.
Your Egypt Tour from the USA, Designed Around You
Every Egypt Tours Plus tour from the USA is built around your group, your interests, and your timing. Whether you’re planning an 8-day Christmas trip, a 12-day Spring Break family vacation, or a 21-day multi-country journey through Egypt and Jordan, your dedicated Travel Concierge designs the itinerary around what you want most.
Tell us your dates and what pulls at you about Egypt, and we’ll send your first-draft itinerary back within 1 to 12 hours. Most US travelers go through 2 to 4 rounds of revisions before finalizing — there’s no commitment until you’re 100% satisfied with the plan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most first-time US visitors book an 8 to 10-day Egypt tour. An 8-day trip comfortably covers Cairo (Pyramids, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, Khan El-Khalili) and a 4-day Luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Abu Simbel.
A 10 to 12-day trip adds depth at every site plus optional extras like Alexandria, Saqqara and Dahshur, the White Desert, or a Red Sea coastal stretch.
For US travelers with two full weeks of vacation, 14 days allows everything above plus slower pacing and the option to add Lake Nasser Cruise from Aswan to Abu Simbel.
Most US travelers find 10 days the sweet spot for a first visit, with 14+ days for those including multi-country routes through Jordan, Greece, or Morocco.
Egypt Tours Plus packages include all internal flights between Egyptian cities (Cairo to Luxor, Luxor to Aswan, Aswan to Abu Simbel) but typically exclude international flights between the US and Cairo.
This separation allows US travelers maximum flexibility on departure airports, airline preferences, frequent-flyer program loyalty, and class of service. Most US travelers find better fares and award availability booking international flights independently or through their preferred travel advisor.
Your Travel Concierge can recommend optimal departure timing and connection options based on your specific departure city, with EgyptAir’s JFK-CAI direct flight typically being the fastest option for travelers based on the East Coast.
Direct flights from JFK to Cairo on EgyptAir take 10 hours 50 minutes, the fastest US-to-Egypt option.
Connecting flights from other major US airports typically run 14 to 20 hours total depending on routing. Frankfurt (Lufthansa) and Istanbul (Turkish Airlines) offer the shortest connecting times from most US cities. Doha (Qatar Airways) and Dubai (Emirates) involve longer total travel time but premium long-haul service.
West Coast travelers (LAX, SFO, SEA) face the longest journeys at 18 to 21 hours total, with most preferring overnight departures to align with Egypt’s morning arrivals.
Flight routings and availability change throughout the year. Your Travel Concierge can advise on current best options from your specific departure city.
US passport holders need a tourist visa for Egypt, available either online through Egypt’s e-visa system before departure or on arrival at Cairo International Airport.
The visa fee is $25 USD for 30 days. We recommend the e-visa option (apply 7 days before travel through Egypt’s official portal) for faster airport processing on arrival.
Your US passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates. Egypt Tours Plus’ airport meet-and-greet service handles immigration and customs procedures at Cairo International Airport, guiding you through entry processing.
Yes. Egypt maintains extensive Tourist Police presence at all major attractions, hotels, and transportation hubs. Tourist areas in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, the Red Sea coast, and the Pyramids see consistent professional security.
Egypt Tours Plus has been arranging private journeys here since 1955 and provides 24/7 in-country support throughout your trip. We recommend US travelers enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at step.state.gov before departure, which provides updates and emergency contact for the US Embassy.
The only region currently advised against by the US State Department is North Sinai, which is not part of standard Egypt Tours Plus itineraries. South Sinai (where Sharm El Sheikh and Dahab sit) is fully open and operates normally.
Every Egypt Tours Plus tour from the USA is fully private. You travel with just your own party, your private Egyptologist guide, and your personal driver. We never combine US clients with other groups, never run fixed-departure schedules, and never adjust pacing for other travelers.
The only exception is shore excursions during Luxury Nile Cruise sailings, where shore visits at temples like Kom Ombo and Edfu are organized by the cruise vessel as small group experiences with fellow ship passengers (typically 12 guests per guide).
Dahabiya sailings (8 to 16 passengers total) feel essentially private throughout, including shore visits, because of the small group size.
Egypt operates on Eastern European Time (EET), 7 hours ahead of US Eastern Time and 10 hours ahead of US Pacific Time.
Egypt does not observe daylight saving time, so the difference adjusts slightly twice a year when the US changes clocks (becoming 6 hours ahead of Eastern Time and 9 hours ahead of Pacific Time during US standard time months).
Most US travelers find that arriving on an overnight flight with one full day of light activities before intensive sightseeing eliminates the worst jet lag. Egypt Tours Plus builds this buffer into most itineraries by default.
October through April offers Egypt’s ideal travel conditions with daytime temperatures of 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F). This aligns well with the US Christmas, Spring Break, and President’s Day school holidays.
December and January are peak season with the most comfortable weather but the highest prices. Sweet-spot months are late October through early December and February through early April, with excellent weather and slightly thinner crowds.
Easter and Christmas/New Year weeks see significantly higher pricing across all 5-star hotels and cruise vessels. Book 4 to 6 months ahead for these dates.
Summer months (May through September) are hotter (often exceeding 35°C / 95°F) but offer significantly lower prices.
Egypt Tours Plus packages typically run within these ranges depending on hotel category, cruise type, and length:
Mid-range packages: $200 to $350 USD per person per day. Premium packages: $400 to $600 USD per person per day. Luxury packages: $600 to $1,000+ USD per person per day.
These daily rates include accommodation, all internal flights within Egypt, your private Egyptologist guide, personal driver, all site entrance fees, the Luxury Nile cruise or dahabiya segment with onboard meals, hotel breakfasts, and 24/7 in-country support.
International flights between the US and Egypt are separate. Prices run noticeably higher during peak periods, especially Christmas/New Year week and Easter week (typically 25 to 50 percent above mid-season).
For specific itinerary pricing, see our Egypt tour packages page or request a custom quote from your Travel Concierge.
For peak-season travel (October through April, especially December and January), start the planning conversation 4 to 6 months ahead to secure preferred hotels, cruise cabins, and Egyptologist guides.
Off-peak summer trips can be planned 2 to 3 months out. For Christmas, New Year, Easter, and US Spring Break weeks, 6 months ahead is essential.
Once you contact us, your dedicated Travel Concierge sends your first-draft itinerary back within 1 to 12 hours, and most US travelers go through 2 to 4 rounds of revisions before finalizing.
For multi-country tours combining Egypt with Jordan, Greece, or Morocco, 6 to 8 months advance booking is recommended due to coordination across multiple destinations.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Egypt trips from the US, particularly given the distance from home and the cruise components of most itineraries.
Standard coverage should include medical emergencies, trip cancellation and interruption, baggage loss, and travel delay protection. The major US providers commonly used for Egypt trips include Allianz Travel Insurance, TravelGuard (AIG), AAA Travel, and Travel Insured International.
Comparison shop on aggregator sites like Squaremouth or InsureMyTrip. Standard credit card travel benefits (Chase Sapphire, Amex Platinum) provide some coverage but typically have lower limits than dedicated travel insurance.
For trips with significant cruise or diving components, consider supplemental coverage including emergency evacuation.
Yes. Egypt Tours Plus accepts payment by major US credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) and bank wire transfer. Most US clients prefer credit cards for the points/miles benefits and consumer protection.
Standard payment structure is a deposit at booking (typically 25 to 30% of total) with the balance due 30 to 60 days before travel, though terms vary by season and itinerary type.
Notify your credit card issuers of international travel and large international charges before booking to avoid fraud holds. American Express cards are widely accepted by Egyptian hotels and tour operators but less commonly accepted at smaller establishments — bring a Visa or Mastercard as backup.
For October through April, pack layered clothing for evenings (temperatures can drop to 10 to 15°C / 50 to 59°F at night, especially in the desert) plus standard sightseeing essentials.
For May through September, lightweight breathable cotton or linen, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen are non-negotiable.
For all seasons, bring comfortable walking shoes (you’ll do significant walking on uneven stone surfaces at archaeological sites), modest dress for mosque visits (long sleeves and trousers or skirts that cover knees), a refillable water bottle, and a light scarf for women visiting religious sites.
Electronics: Egypt uses European-style Type C and Type F plugs (220V). Bring a universal adapter (your US Type A/B plugs won’t fit). For Red Sea time, add reef-safe sunscreen, multiple swimsuits, and water shoes.
Yes. Every Egypt Tours Plus tour from the USA is built individually around your group, with extensive customization options.
Common customizations include photography-focused itineraries (with extra time at golden-hour temple visits and access to specific viewpoints), archaeology-focused tours (with deeper time at specific sites or active excavation visits where possible), family itineraries (with kid-appropriate pacing and activities like camel rides and felucca sailing), honeymoon packages (with private deck dinners and curated romantic touches), accessibility-modified tours (for wheelchair users and travelers with mobility considerations), and special-interest themes like Biblical Egypt, Coptic Christianity, or Sufi traditions.
Discuss specific interests with your Travel Concierge during the planning conversation, and we’ll build the itinerary around them rather than trying to fit your interests into a fixed template.
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