What is included in the 4-Day Nile Cruise?

The 4-Day Nile Cruise includes accommodations on a 5-star cruiser, meals, guided tours with a private certified guide, and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Are the excursions private?

Yes, all excursions on the Nile cruise are private and led by a certified professional guide.

EGYPT TOURS FAQ

SECTION ONE: BOOKING

1. Why choose JOURNEY TO EGYPT?

With over 20 years of expertise, JOURNEY TO EGYPT is your trusted partner in crafting tailor-made Egypt tours and unforgettable travel experiences. We design personalized itineraries to match your unique preferences, whether you're discovering the ancient wonders of Luxor and Aswan, embarking on a Nile cruise, exploring the vibrant city life of Cairo, or relaxing on the serene shores of the Red Sea. From the moment your journey begins until it concludes, our commitment is to ensure that every detail of your trip is smooth, enjoyable, and truly unforgettable. Let JOURNEY TO EGYPT guide you on the adventure of a lifetime.

Award-Winning Service: Proud recipients of TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence and Traveler’s Choice Awards from 2016 to 2024, reflecting our dedication to exceptional service.
Private Certified Local Expert Tour Guides: Our professional, certified guides provide personalized tours, offering expert knowledge to enrich your journey.
Private Transfers: Travel in comfort with private, air-conditioned vehicles for hassle-free transportation throughout your trip.
Entertainment Onboard: Elevate your Nile cruise experience with nightly entertainment, including belly dancing, Galabeya parties, Nubian shows, and lively discos, creating a fully immersive adventure.
Secure Online Payment: Booking with us is simple and secure. After finalizing your trip details, you can make payments securely via credit card (Visa™ or MasterCard™). All payments are processed by TREKKSOFT AG, ensuring safety and reliability. TREKKSOFT will appear as JOURNEY TO EGYPT on your credit card statement. Our platform uses VeriSign SSL encryption, ensuring secure transactions and peace of mind. For any payment inquiries, you can contact support@payyo.ch.
Fair Cancellation Fees: Enjoy flexibility when booking with us. You can make changes to your departure up to 30 days prior, ensuring peace of mind when planning your trip.

Choose JOURNEY TO EGYPT for an unparalleled experience of Egypt tours designed to create lasting memories.

2. Is there a special rate for private groups booking with JOURNEY TO EGYPT?

Yes, JOURNEY TO EGYPT offers special discounts for private group bookings. For groups of ten or more, we provide discounted rates based on the size of the group, the nature of the trip, and its duration.

3. How can I contact JOURNEY TO EGYPT to book a tour?

You can contact JOURNEY TO EGYPT 24/7 through email, phone, or live online chat. Additionally, you can submit a booking request form on our website, detailing your desired trip, its length, and any other preferences. Our representatives will promptly respond with a customized proposal. Contact details, including our phone number, email, and live chat link, are available at the bottom of our homepage.

4. What do I need to do to book a tour and confirm my reservation?

Booking a tour is straightforward. Simply contact our team via any of the methods mentioned above. You’ll receive a quick response with the available options, allowing you to customize your tour based on your budget, schedule, and interests. Once you've finalized the details with your travel consultant, we’ll send you a detailed itinerary. To confirm your reservation, a deposit will be required, and the booking will be secured upon receipt of this deposit. The remaining balance will be due upon arrival.

5. How much will I have to pay as a deposit, and how do I pay it?

A deposit of 25% of the total tour price is required to confirm your booking, except during peak travel periods (Christmas and New Year), where the deposit will be 50%. Payments can be made online via credit card, Western Union, or bank wire transfer. If paying the deposit in a single transaction is difficult, contact JOURNEY TO EGYPT to discuss installment options.

ONLINE PAYMENT

Credit card payments are securely processed by Trekksoft AG, an authorized agent of JOURNEY TO EGYPT. Your credit card statement will display Trekksoft AG as JOURNEY TO EGYPT, and the payment will be processed on a domain owned and operated by TrekkSoft AG.

ABOUT TREKKSOFT

TrekkSoft, founded in 2010, is a leading provider of booking solutions for the tours and activities market. It has grown to be the largest provider of booking and channel management software in Europe, and today, TrekkSoft supports online booking and payment services for tour operators in over 130 countries.

6. Is there a surcharge for using a debit or credit card when paying on arrival?

No, there are no additional fees for using a debit or credit card when paying on arrival. We accept Visa and MasterCard for your convenience.

Fair Cancellation Fees (Excluding Peak Periods)

Book With Confidence and Enjoy Enhanced Flexibility

You can change your departure up to 30 days prior to your trip, providing peace of mind when planning your travels.

Please note, airlines charge their own fees, which are subject to the airlines' terms and conditions.
Additionally, there is a 3.5% bank fee applied to all refunds.

Fair Cancellation Fees for Christmas, New Year, and Easter Vacation

For cancellations during peak holiday periods, the following charges will apply:

61+ days before your arrival date: 25% of the total tour price will be charged.
60-31 days before your arrival date: 50% of the total tour price will be charged.
30-15 days before your arrival date: 75% of the total tour price will be charged.
14-1 days before your arrival date: 100% of the total tour price will be charged.

Please note, airlines charge their own fees, which are subject to the airlines' terms and conditions.
Additionally, there is a 7% bank fee applied to all refunds.

FORCE MAJEURE

Here, at Journey To Egypt, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, your payment will be available as future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Only flight cancellation/changing fees are charged, according to the airline's terms and conditions, and bank surcharges fees are applied to the deposit amount paid. Familiarize yourself with our full payment policy, cancellation and refund conditions.

Refunds:

A refund will normally be made to the same account and using the same method used for the original payment. No refunds are possible in the event of a no show for an existing reservation. Refunds will be done only through the Original Mode of Payment.

SECTION TWO: SECURITY AND SAFETY

1. Is Egypt safe to visit, especially after the political events that took place after the Egyptian Revolution?

Tourists have been visiting Egypt for centuries and Egyptians have well-earned reputation for warmth and kindness toward visitors. Egyptian cities are generally very safe, especially in area where tourists frequent. -Since the Egyptian Revolution in 2011, there has been intermittent unrest and political violence in Egypt, but even the most intense episodes have occurred in a relatively small area of Cairo and other cities. Tourist sites, mostly located far from these areas, have not been affected and there is no negative feeling toward foreign visitors among Egyptians. While Egypt is certainly still dealing with a political transition, it has not significantly affected the experience of tourists in the country.

2. Is Egypt considered a safe destination in comparison to other countries in the world?

Egypt generally has a very low crime rate. Travelers will be safe in Egypt if they take sensible precautions that would apply to any tourist destination around the world.

3. Is there any special advice for women travelers while visiting Egypt? -There are many touristic areas in Egypt where special concerns are not necessary; however, in less touristic places, relatively modest dress is recommended. Women should avoid very tight clothing, dressing with relative modesty is a way of respecting the local culture.

SECTION THREE: VISAS AND ARRIVAL

1. How can I obtain my visa to visit Egypt? https://www.egyptvisa.com/

Visitors to Egypt must have a passport valid for at least six month after their arrival and all foreign citizens must obtain a visa to enter Egypt. You can apply for a tourist visa at any Egyptian embassy or consulate around the world.

Travelers of the following nationalities can purchase a 1 month entry visa without application upon arrival in Egypt: Australia, Canada, Croatia, European Union, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Macedonia, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Serbia, Ukraine, United Kingdom and United States. This only takes a few minutes to do at a bank window before you go through customs

- Egypt generally has three types of entry visas.

Entry visa--valid for one month; given to any non-Egyptian citizen entering the country without a previously purchased visa

Transit visa--given to any non-Egyptian citizen entering the country for a limited period of time for transit reasons

Tourist visa--valid for up to 3 months and available with single or multiple entries; purchased by the majority of visitors to Egypt from a Egyptian embassy or consulate before arriving in the country

2. How do I apply for a visa to enter Egypt if I live away from the country of my nationality?

If the traveler has a residence permit to live in another country, they can apply for a visa from the Egyptian embassy or consulate in that country or buy a visa upon arrival in the Cairo, Hurghada, or Luxor Airports. If they do not hold a residency permit, they must obtain their visa from the Egyptian embassy/consulate in the country that issued their passport.

3. If I have already obtained a visa to enter Sinai, will I be able to visit other destinations in Egypt?

The visa for Sinai allows tourists to travel anywhere in the Sinai Peninsula; however, if they want to visit another part of Egypt, like Cairo, Hurghada, Luxor, or Aswan, they will need to obtain a new visa using the methods described in question 1

4. Can I extend the period of my tourist visa beyond its expiration?

It is possible to extend a tourist, but this requires obtaining an extension from the Mogamma building in the Tahrir Complex in Cairo or other governmental offices in another city. There is a two-week grace period after your visa expires during which you may purchase an extension without being subject to a fine.

5. Are there direct flights from USA to Egypt?

Yes, EgyptAir, the Egyptian official airline, organizes direct flights from the United States to Cairo in particular. There is a flight from New York, the JFK Airport, direct to Cairo five times a week. The journey takes approximately 12 hours. Egypt Air also flies from Los Angles directly to Cairo. This journey takes approximately 17 hours; however, most tourists coming from the United States stop either in Europe (usually London or Paris) or in North Africa (usually Morocco).

6. If I am arriving in the Cairo Airport coming from USA, which terminal will I be landing at?

Your arrival terminal depends on the airline that you are using. Western European and American airlines mostly use terminal number 3, which is also called the New Terminal in Egypt. On the other hand, Egypt Air, Arab, African, and Eastern European airlines usually land in terminal number 1.

Section Four: Opening Hours

1. What are the opening hours for monuments in Egypt?

Most of the monuments, historical sites, and museums in Egypt open from 9 AM until 5 PM. Open-air historical sites, like Temples and the Pyramids of Giza for example, are open from 7 AM until sunset. Some museums have morning opening hours, from 9 AM to 4 PM, and evening opening hours, from 5 PM to 9 or 10 PM. Luxor Temple and Kom Ombo Temple opens until 21:00. During Ramadan, the holy month of the Islamic calendar, be aware that these hours will change significantly.

Section Five: Visiting Religious Sites in Egypt

1. Is it allowed for non-Muslims to enter historical mosques in Egypt?

Non-Muslims are generally welcome to visit mosques in Egypt; however, it is always advisable to seek permission before entering mosques outside Cairo and Alexandria where people are less accustomed to tourists. Tourists and foreigners are welcome in almost all mosques in Egypt, except mosques where the relatives of the prophet Mohamed were buried like the Mosque of El Hussein and the Mosque of Sayeda Zeinab. Tourists are more than welcome to visit most mosques at anytime expect when they are being used for prayer, on Friday and during the five prayers of the day.

2. Is there any special dress code to be followed during visiting a mosque in Egypt?

There aren’t really special clothes to be put on while visiting a mosque in Egypt; however, modest dress would be highly recommended and in some mosques, women will be asked to cover their hair and perhaps their arms and legs. Both women and men will be asked to remove their shoes before entering a mosque.

3. Are tourists allowed to enter the Christian monuments in Egypt?

In Egypt, churches are treated the same as mosques. Most churches and monasteries welcome tourists and foreigners, except during Lent. Modest dress is also advisable while visiting Christian monuments in Egypt.

Section Six: Health Issues

1. Are there any health issues that I should worry about in Egypt?

Generally speaking, tourists face few unique health problems in Egypt, but occasionally travelers experience some gastric disturbance resulting from drinking tap water or eating from a local restaurant not recommended by their tour guides or the receptionist in hotel. Some travelers might suffer sunburn or heatstroke from the heat and sun during the summer if they are not careful; however, taking the proper precautions and drinking bottled water can eliminate any health risks.

Section Seven: Currency and Banking in Egypt

1. What is the official currency in Egypt?

The official currency of Egypt is the Egyptian pound, or “Geneh” in Arabic, and commonly abbreviated as LE. One Egyptian pound is 100 piastres, or "irsh" in Arabic. There are banknotes of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 LE. And there are coins of 25 piastres, 50 piastres, and 1 pound. It can sometimes be difficult to find coins in Egypt. Tourists can use it only for public bathroom services.

2. Will I be able to exchange dollars, Euros, or other currencies in Egypt?

There are a large number of banks and exchange offices that can change cash in Egypt. Moreover, many touristic shops, restaurants, and bars will actually accept dollars or Euros at rates that are relatively close to the official ones. Makes sure you know the current exchange rate of dollars or Euros to Egyptian pounds.

3. How common is the use of credit cards in Egypt?

Credit cards are widely used in Egypt in hotels, many shops, restaurants, and cafes. The most common types of credit cards used in Egypt are Visa and Master Card.

Section eight: Tipping in Egypt

1. Is it a common practice to give tips in Egypt?

Due to the low salaries of many professionals in Egypt, many people depend on tips, or baksheesh as it is called in Egypt, as a major part of their income. Therefore, tipping is considered customary in Egypt.

2. How much should I tip?

Tipping is discretionary and varies by city and by tour. We would suggest you budget

Tour Guides in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan.

From $20 $- $25 Per Person Per Full - Day Tour (From 2-5 Persons).
From $10-$15 Per Person Per Full - Day Tour (From 6 To 16 Persons).

Nile Cruise Crew, Exclude Tour Guide

From $5$- $10 Per Person Per Night.

Dahabiya Cruise Crew, Exclude Tour Guide

From $10 To $20 Per Person Per Night.

Where porterage is not included it can be arranged locally at an average tip per bag of $1-$2. For guides and boat crew we recommend tipping at the end of your cruise.

Car Drivers

From $7- $10 Per Person Per Full –Day Tour(From 2-5 Persons).
From $5 $ -$ 7 Per Person Per Full –Day Tour (From 6 To 16 Persons).

Section nine: Nile Cruises

Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan - 4 Nights

Frequently asked questions

Q-Is there any limit on the times clients can be picked up from the airport? A-we recommend that you arrive as early as possible to make the most of the full board on the first day.Q-When is the cabin available on the first day of the tour? A-From 11 am. Q-Is the first day full board also? A-The duration of the full board depends on the hour of arrival. If you arrive in time for lunch you'll finish the final day with breakfast, if you arrive in time for dinner you'll finish the final day with lunch. Q- Is it possible to arrive for the second day to immediately begin the activities? A-If you arrive on the sceond day you'll miss Luxor east bank tour and you might miss Luxor west bank tour, because the activities begin very early, around 6:30 am. Q-How does the itinerary change if we reserve the option which includes a trip to Abu Simbel? A-If you choose this option, we'll leave for Abu Simbel at 4 am. In this case, the visit to the temple of Philae will take place after lunch by 14:00 or the following day, depending on when the flight leaves. If you do not choose the option visiting Abu Simbel, the visit to the Philae temple will take place at 8 am.Q-What kind of food is served? Is it suitable for vegetarians, vegans, or celiacs? A-There is a wide variety of food on board. Q-If we decide to visit Abu Simbel, will we miss other places? A-No, choosing this option doesn't mean missing any other visit. Q-What is visited in the Valley of the Kings? A- 3 of the open tombs will be visited Q-Do the boats have air conditioning? A-Yes, all boats have air conditioning, and it is in all the bedrooms. Q-Does the boat have WiFi? Is it included in the price? A-The boats do have WiFi, but this service is not included in the price. You can contract this and other services when you arrive at the boat.Q-When to book?A-Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability, especially during public holidays and festivities. Q-How to book? A-To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

NILE CRUISE FROM ASWAN WITH ABU SIMBEL , 3 NIGHTS

Frequently asked questions

Nile Cruise facilities

What to pack

Egypt is generally a hot country, so light cotton clothing is advisable for the warmer months (April to September) and a light jacket for the evenings during the cooler months (October to March) | Blouses/shirts with long sleeves to protect you from the sun | Short sleeves are also fine | Cotton t-shirts and tops| sun screen, lip balm and insect repellent| Hat, sunglasses and prescription glasses| Comfortable walking shoes| Camera.

Nile cruise general information

Official Rating is the Rating Giving to the Cruise By the Egyptian Tourism Authority. However This is Not the Only Factor that affect the Cruise Quality.
All Cabins are Outside Cabins in Nile Cruises. There are No inside Cabins. However the Cabins are distributed on the Cruise Decks.
Full Board Meals include Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. All Beverages Are Extra except Tea, Coffee & Juice during Breakfast.
Average Cabin Size includes Bathroom.
Nile Cruise could be Totally chartered or Out of Service for Maintenance in some Dates.
To Get a Guaranteed Upper Deck Cabins or Suites a Supplement must be paid in addition of the Cruise Price.
How to pay your Extras, All extras such as drink, laundry, and telephones bills, should be settled on the last day of your cruise at checkout time. Payment can be made with credit cards, or cash. Make sure you have enough cash, just in case your card is not working properly. We recommend visiting a bank, to change your money, before cruising, as most of the cruise boats do not offer this facility.
Tipping, Don’t forget to leave tips for the cruise staff of no less than $5 Per person per day. Hand an envelope to reception and the cruise manager will distribute the money fairly. This does not include tips to your Tour Guide, and it is entirely up to you to decide the size of tip that you will give to him/her.
Check-In/Out, Check in is at 12:00 p.m. and Checkout is at 08:00 a.m.

Section Ten: What to pack

Egypt is generally a hot country, so light cotton clothing is advisable for the warmer months (April to September) and a light jacket for the evenings during the cooler months (October to March) | Blouses/shirts with long sleeves to protect you from the sun| Short sleeves are also fine | Cotton t-shirts and tops| Personal toiletries| sun screen, lip balm and insect repellent| Hat, sunglasses and prescription glasses| Comfortable walking shoes| Camera.

Section Eleven: Travel Insurance - from AIG

Travel Insurance - from AIG Secure your trip and give yourself greater peace of mind with the Travel Insurance program proposed by AIG for you. For more info visit www.aig.com Day trip 15$ One week 25$ per person More than one week 50 $ per person.

Additional Questions If you have any other questions, which have not been answered here, please contact us by telephone, email, or by live online chat. You can find our email, telephone numbers, and a link to the live chat at the bottom of our homepage.

Why Book With Us? Our tours are designed around what our customers want, we will create the best experiences in Egypt. We don’t only take you from place to place for sightseeing, but make sure your trip is full of fun, excitement and adventure. Our team will guide you with in depth knowledge of every location you will visit.

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