15 travel tips in Egypt
Below, you will find some of the main travel tips for Egypt, as well as some small personal advice from above. I hope that these Egyptian travel instructions are useful to you.

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Egypt is one of my two favorite countries in the world for several reasons.

I visited the country on four different occasions over the last two years and three of these visits lasted three weeks or more.

As much as I love this country to pieces, it should also be known that it is one of the most difficult countries for me to travel to.

Ready to learn more about the 15 main travel tips for Egypt? Let's start.

Travel insurance
When preparing for a trip to Egypt, your first priority should be to ensure that you make a small investment for your health and are through purchasing a flexible, respectful and affordable travel insurance policy for your trip.

This insurance policy does not only cover your bad cases that are lost/stolen and your tickets are late/cancelled, but you will also be covered for all medical and injury-related problems.

Let's face it. Nenhum pai, family or friend want to know what to cover or at your own expense to take MedEvaced for the middle of Egypt's home.

As you know, in life, these things happen.

Please do yourself a favor and obtain your coverage now to ensure that you will be attended to in the event of a serious emergency in Egypt.

Hire a tour guide in Egypt
Planning a trip to Egypt is not as easy as you imagine.

From accommodations to transportation and planning all minor logistics, there always seems to be a big disconnect somewhere along the way.

As you know, I am more of an independent traveler than anything else and rarely recommend hiring a tour guide.

There is a place in the world that I would recommend to hire a guide, and not Egypt.

Because? Because Egypt is a very unique and difficult country to travel to, you do not have previous experience.

To be sure that you have the best possible trip, my advice is to go directly to my recent article:

Swallow his barganha skills
One of the most important skills you need to have a positive experience in Egypt is the ability to talk and negotiate.

All business is in Egypt and it is hoped that you do not worry about offending anyone with their offers.

Buying water at the corner store to buy fuel in the unmetered taxi market is absolutely necessary.

Swallow your own toilet paper
Swallow your own toilet paper. Trust me.

You will have difficulty finding toilet paper in most bathrooms in Egypt.

The sanitários have a spray nozzle of bidê embutido para esses que cecem de tracer toilet paper contên mas quem diabos quer air do banheiro com un um hadodo posterior?

Eu não. Isso é certainty. Now it's safe to assume that you are not there either.

To avoid this complicated situation, just stop at a local store and stick a TP roll and take advantage of enough to last the day you go out to explore.

Use Uber in Cairo
Did you know that Uber operates in the city of Cairo?

No, now, now you know. What's even better is that you can get your first free ride (around 70 EGP or approximately US $ 8) and it's time for a new Uber account.

Take the taxis that are generally safe and easy to use, or Uber is definitely the best if you want to travel to the city without worries.

Beware of the coup plotters
Be careful how you trust Egypt. Many people are out of your money.

That said, you should be able to discover that it is genuine and that it is not the first few minutes of conversation.

If someone mentions a single thing about money, just follow ahead.

Personally, I met some of the most genuine people in the world during my travels to Egypt, therefore, I recommend that you try to start a conversation with your locals.

Note: If you first approach yourself and start saying that this is the gift of a perfume store, or mention the Arabic word “baksheesh” which means “say” in English, say “La, Shukran” which means “Não, obrigado.” in English and I simply walk the other way.

Always ask for prices
Ask for a price before purchasing water, coolant, water, and anything else you might imagine buying in a convenience store.

If you are used to paying a lower price in other stores for your item, please contact the store a little to buy a little more at the local rate.

Use the Cairo Metro System
The Cairo metro system is surprisingly one of the two most efficient metro systems that you will find on my travels.

Be aware that it is rare to find other foreigners outside the metro.

I walked around countless times and never saw another tourist or stranger.

Considering that you will be a minority, expect that the car will be silent at times and, when looking for the top, the entire car will be looking for you out of curiosity.

Did you know that the Cairo metro system is the first of two metro systems built and completed on the entire continent of Africa?

Wear comfortable shoes
Walking shoes or comfortable sneakers are the best when planning a trip to Egypt.

Of course, you can wear slippers or sandals from time to time, but please note that the streets of Cairo and most of Egypt are open, therefore, there is no need for you to return to your hotel with a pair of children.

No washing scheme for me
Mild disinfectant for the most when traveling to Egypt!

You will constantly play on portas, corrimãos and moedas as long as summer is in the city and you will not be the only one to touch those things.

Namely, there are about 20 to 25 million people in Cairo.

Make sure you wash as often as possible and use disinfectant for yourself whenever you do not have the opportunity to stop in the bathroom.

Assist your step
See where you are walking as you explore the city.

The streets of Cairo are not well maintained.

Once you have a lot of luck and avoid breaking a tornet, or worse, after I step and finish my leg I fall into a buraco on the road as I walk through the city.

This was not your typical buraco, it was a buraco that engolfou metade da minha perna acima do meu joelho.

Perigoso is not the same word for the streets and roads of Cairo. Careful

Hydrated fique
Don't worry about drinking water from the water because no one drinks it (including local residents).

During your trip, you will be buying a lot of bottled water.

You will need some to clean your teeth, to drink during the day, and perhaps to spill on your head after being in extreme heat all day.

Note: As a foreigner, you will pay between 4 and 10 EGP for a “large jug” (1.5, 2 liters) of water, depending on where you purchase. Trust me, you can get these bottles for 2, 2.5 EGP. As soon as you buy the gift from the shop and you will receive it for 2 EGP. If we say that it is 4 or 5 EGP, it is enough to inform that you buy water on the street at all times for 2EGP and generally there will be no problem in selling it for you. It is enough to be aware that the real “Egyptian” prices are available for certain items and will be correct for you.

Eat where you go crazy eat
There is a universal rule for consuming food in foreign countries.

You can only eat in street huts and restaurants that are only occupied by local residents.

If you are not in any restaurant during hours that should be busy, avoid it.

There is a line of residents in front of a street bench, enter the line because you know that there is not only food, but also very accessible.

Cross the streets with confidence
Driving and traffic in Cairo will be shocking for you when you check out for the first time.

Crossing the streets is quite intimidating, but once you get used to it, you will be crossing the streets without problems.

Trust me, there is science for this! Do not be uncomfortable receiving assistance from the “Tourist Police” when crossing the roads, as it is not necessary.

Note: If you are wondering why a police officer is asking for a gorget, and because they are trying to do something for you that you thought was a kind gesture (as accompanied by it on the other side of the street). This happens frequently, once you are ready.

Respect the Cultural and Dress Code
If you plan to travel to Egypt, do your research before you leave.

Many foreigners go to Egypt and dress as they do during the summer in their country of origin.

This type of behavior can and will attract more unwanted attention, as well as physical advances by Egyptian men.

To mix a little more and avoid disrespecting culture, my best advice is to carefully choose your clothing.

Women:

Make sure you keep your eyes and shoulders always covered.
Swallow a glass to cover your hair while visiting mosques and other religious attractions.
Always remove your shoes before entering a mosque.
If you are visiting a mosque and do not have anything to cover your shoulders, legs (lower legs) and hair, your team will probably be provided with an oversized tunic.
Bikinis and other swimwear are completely oiled to wear at the Mar Vermelho resorts.

Men:

Wearing shorts to explore the city is not a problem, but you will need a longer pair of tights or jeans for the night, in addition to visiting someone at home or being invited to an event.
Shirts without sleeves, tops and gymnastics clothing do not contain oil. Don't look like that.
Think light, comfortable litters for cold nights.
Bath shoes and other bathing suits are oily for wearing in resorts or wandering around the city in destinations in the Red Sea.