The best time to visit Egypt is between October and April, when temperatures are cooler, but still pleasantly warm across the country. This makes exploring the busy streets of Cairo, visiting the Pyramids in the desert, and exploring ancient Egyptian tombs more comfortable and enjoyable. To avoid the crowds at the ancient sites, try to avoid peak season (December and January). At this time of year, accommodation and tours throughout the country are typically more expensive. Budget travelers can get good discounts in the summer and shoulder seasons. The summer season (May to September) is hot, although the high temperatures are alleviated by very dry air, air conditioning, far fewer visitors and lower prices. This means summer is still a viable season for your trip. There also tends to be a bit of a breeze on the Nile, making a river cruise a good choice during this period.

Most visitors to Egypt are required to have a visa. You can get a visa before you travel from the official website: https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg/ or your nearest Egyptian consulate. Tourists visa granted using the e-visa system are valid for a maximum of three months. It is advisable to get a visa before you travel. If you wish to get a visa on arrival, you can do so at an approved bank kiosks within airport arrival halls before reaching immigration counters. The visa fee is USD 25 required to be paid in cash as credit cards and debit cards are not accepted. The visa fee is payable in US Dollars as the preferred currency, although you may also be able to pay in Pounds sterling or Euros. Visas granted on arrival are valid for a maximum of 30 days. Before traveling to Egypt, you should first check and see whether you are eligible for a visa on arrival from Egypt or for an Egypt e-visa. Even though both visa types have the same purpose and both allow you to enter Egypt legally, by applying for an Egypt e-visa you save more time than when you opt for a Visa on Arrival, which means you will make the most out of your time in Egypt.

Egypt’s climate is typically hot and sunny throughout the year and there is very little precipitation south of Cairo. Even in the wettest place which is Alexandria it only rains on an average of 46 days per year.  Winters are generally mild, with daytime temperatures in Cairo averaging around 68 degrees F. At night, temperatures in the capital can drop to 50 degrees F or lower. In summer, temperatures reach an average of 95 degrees F, exacerbated by intense humidity. It is important to remember that many of Egypt's ancient sites are located in desert regions that remain hot despite the proximity of the Nile River. Climbing into an airless tomb on a 100-degree day can be draining. Several top attractions are located in southern Egypt, where it is even hotter than Cairo. If you're planning on visiting Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel and/or Lake Nasser from May to October, make sure to avoid the midday heat by planning your sight-seeing for the early morning or late afternoon. Between March and May, the Khamsin wind brings thick dust and sandstorms.

The Egyptian Pound (EGP) is the local currency sometimes abbreviated to LE or L.E. (livre égyptienne in French), and it is divided into 100 piastres and Although you can pay with USD and EUR in some places, you’ll always get a better deal paying in the local currency. You can get EGP from ATM's using your debit card or travel card while withdrawing cash on credit card is less favorable. Visa and MasterCard are commonly accepted at tourist sites and large retailers in the cities, however may not be accepted in rural areas or smaller shops. Avoid changing the bulk of your money at the airport as the exchange rates are usually more favorable in the city. The members of our team will be pleased to help if you need any assistance.

Drinking water from a faucet in Egypt is not advised as it contains high levels of Chlorine, accordingly it really is a good rule of thumb to stick to drinking bottled water which is available everywhere.

Egyptian cuisine has all the characteristics of the wider Mediterranean diet often recommended for those looking to improve their health and protect against chronic disease. It makes heavy use of poultry, legumes, vegetables and fruit from Egypt's rich Nile Valley and Delta. Examples of Egyptian dishes include rice-stuffed vegetables and grape leaves, Hummus ,  Falafel ,  Shawarma, Kebab, Kofta (ground meat) Ful Medames (mashed fava beans), Kushari (lentils and pasta) and Molokhiya (bush okra stew). A local type of pita bread known as Eish Baladi is a staple of Egyptian cuisine, and Cheesemaking in Egypt dates back to the First Dynasty of Egypt. Common meats in Egyptian cuisine are squab, chicken and lamb which alongside beef frequently used for grilling.  Fish and seafood are common in Egypt's coastal regions. A significant amount of Egyptian cuisine is vegetarian, due to both the historically high price of meat and the needs of the Coptic Christian community, whose religious restrictions require essentially vegan diets for much of the year. Tea is the national drink of Egypt while Turkish coffee and Sugarcane juice are very popular. While Islam is the majority faith in Egypt and observant Muslims tend to avoid alcohol, alcoholic drinks are still readily available in the country especially Beer which is the most popular alcoholic beverage. Popular desserts in Egypt include Baqlawa, Basbousa, and Kunafa while common ingredients in desserts include dates, honey, and almonds.

In Egypt the power plugs and sockets are of type C and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. North American travelers with appliances designed for 110V should bring a converter. Most sockets are for two-pin round-pronged plugs (as in Continental Europe), so you may need an adapter.

At all open and outdoor historic areas photography is permitted. In some places photography is restricted and in this case you will find enough signs to let you know. Meanwhile, a photography ticket which you can obtain against an extra charge will be required to use cameras in some areas. Before taking a picture of someone, ask their permission – especially in rural areas, where you can cause genuine offence. And be particularly wary of photographing anything militarily sensitive (even bridges, train stations, dams, etc) and that includes members of the army or police force.

Egypt has only one time zone and that is Eastern European Time (EET). Egypt does not observe Daylight Saving Time and remains on Eastern European Time whole year. EET has the offset of UTC+2 (time in Egypt is 2 hours ahead of UTC / GMT), seven hours ahead of the US East Coast (EST), eleven hours ahead of the US West Coast (PST), six hours behind Western Australia, eight hours behind eastern Australia and ten hours behind New Zealand.

Egypt, being a predominantly Muslim country, is naturally conservative where average people are careful in what they wear. The dress code in Egypt for both men and women is considered conservative by western standards and it is respectful to obey this code. For men it is not really an issue, normal trousers and shirt or T-shirt are fine, but in Cairo and the Nile Valley it would not be acceptable to wear short shorts or a tank tops/sleeveless tops.  In the Red Sea resort, shorts are fine and it is very open and flexible. But once you enter a local restaurant or market, it's better to be more covered. As for what women should wear. Adopting the conservative dress code will hopefully deflect unwanted attention. Basic clothes could include loose linen/cotton trousers or a below knee skirt and sleeved blouse.  (If you're planning to ride a camel, a skirt is not a good idea.) Tight clothes and low necks are to be avoided. Also avoid transparent blouses or pants as they are also not welcomed and will draw attention. Going out to dinner, especially in a nice restaurant, it is advisable to wear smart clothes and having a shawl to cover bare shoulders would be a good idea. On cruise boats, also, it is nice to have something smart to wear in the evening. Comfortable, strong shoes are a must (that could be sneakers/trainers or good leather shoes). Sandals can be worn, but you will suffer from dust /sand and the streets of Cairo are dusty so, in general, having closed shoes is the better option.  When entering a mosque as a tourist it is better to observe the conservative dress code as above, and in most of the major mosques women will be required to cover up from head to ankle so it would be better if you bring a head scarf that will come in handy whenever you decide to enter a mosque.