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FAQs to Plan your Impeccable Egypt Trip

• Can I visit ancient sites at night in Egypt?

  While most of Egypt's ancient sites close in the evening, there are some exceptional experiences that offer nighttime visits. For example, the Sound and Light shows at the Pyramids of Giza and the Temple of Karnak in Luxor provide a captivating way to explore these historical wonders after dark.

• What is the best time to visit Egypt?

  The best time to visit Egypt to avoid the hot heat during the winter and autumn, between October and April you will enjoy the warm weather and visit the iconic sights in your Egypt tours and enjoy the amazing weather of Luxor and Aswan, and also relax on the Red Sea during your Hurghada travel packages.

• What is the average cost of Egypt tours?

  The average cost of our Egypt tours are start from $470 up to $1770 maximum, but if you need to book Egypt luxury tours it will start from $1230 up to a maximum of $2500.

• What is the most visited place in Egypt?

  You will see the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, the Valley of the Kings, the Karnak Temple, and Abu Simbel as part of your trip to Egypt. You can also take advantage of our Egypt Nile cruise tour to see other top attractions in Luxor and Aswan.

• Can I customize my Egypt tour?

  Of course! We at Golavita Travel are pros at planning vacations that align with the interests of our customers. We can offer you the beach vacation, Red Sea liveaboard, or historical tour you have been dreaming of.

• What are the best activities to do with family in Egypt?

  Egypt is suitable for families; there’s interest for every age. Children will enjoy visiting the Pyramids, taking a camel ride in the desert or going swimming or diving in the Red Sea. More family fun activities include taking the family to an interactive museum in Cairo and cultural visits in Nubian villages.

• What transportations can I take during my trips to Egypt?

  Egypt Tours offers several transportation options: 

  • Bus: You can find a wide variety of bus options that are overall budget-friendly, such as Go Bus.
  • Taxis and ride-sharing: such as Uber & Careem, taxis require fare negotiation.
  • Metro & Minibuses: The Cairo Metro is excellent, and local minibusses are reasonably priced.
  • Luxury Private Transfers: Hotels or agencies will offer these for traveling comfort and convenience.
  • Flights: When planning to travel relatively long distances that would take more time in optimum mode or when you want to travel in a hurry. 
  • Trains: A comfortable mode of transportation through which one can easily travel from a city, for instance, Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.
  • Nile Cruises: A fascinating way of getting from Luxor to Aswan with sightseeing in marvelous temples and other attractions on the way.

   

• What are the unique experiences I can have in Egypt other than the normal sightseeing?

  Apart from visiting foremost landmarks, you can enjoy unique experiences like a felucca ride on the Nile, exploring the White Desert's surreal landscapes, camping under the stars in the Sinai Peninsula, or attending a traditional Nubian cultural performance in Aswan.
   

• Why should I visit local markets-souks in my Egypt trips?

  Egyptian souks, like Cairo's Khan El Khalili, are bustling gateways to the local way of life. There, shoppers navigate aisles of fabrics, jewelry, spices, and handicrafts while being enticed by the sound of "traditional" music and freshly brewed coffee.

• What Egyptians celebrates and which traditions are observed in their daily life?

  When you take a trip to Egypt, you will observe that the Egyptians celebrate both local festivals like Sham El-Nessim and religious holidays like Eid al-Fitr and Ramadan. Family and community are central to Egyptian life, with daily traditions such as prayer and hospitality.
   

• What natural wonders in Egypt shouldn't travelers miss?

  Siwa Oasis, Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls, Ras Mohamed National Park for scuba diving, and Mount Sinai for desert and historical attractions are some of Egypt's best-kept secrets.

• What dishes you can try from Egyptian cuisine?

  Egypt has a diversified food culture that is part of the African, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern regions. Egypt’s agricultural background and the exchange over time are reflected in dishes like koshari, falafel, ful medames, and more dishes.
   

• Can women come with their own to Egypt?

  Of course, they can travel to Egypt alone or for business purposes. Egypt is relatively safe for women, most particularly for women who are traveling to tourist destinations. Tourists should follow accepted norms of behavior, dress conservatively, and avoid, for instance, using unsafe taxis or booking accommodation in unsafe hostels.

• Is it possible to visit several cities in Egypt at once?

  Yes, you can explore more than one city at a time in your Egypt trip, for instance, Cairo, Luxor, or Aswan, by joining tour groups or through self-organization with the use of domestic airlines and trains and even Nile cruisers. Taxis and Uber can be used for last-minute travel if one feels like exploring certain areas.