The majority of local women you meet in Egypt will be wearing a hijab covering their head and hair. It is also common to see local Egyptian wearing niqabs which cover the woman’s head, hair, and face except for the eyes. As a visitor, you are not required or pressured to wear either.

Egypt Customs Regulations – What You Cannot Take to Egypt

• 200 cigarettes, 25 cigars, or 200 grams of tobacco.
• 1 liter of alcoholic beverages.
• 1 liter of perfume or eau de cologne.
• Non-commercial articles with a total value under USD $200.
• Goods for personal use.

Other Clothing Essentials to Pack for Egypt

• Swimsuit and a cover-up if your hotel has a pool or if you are going to a beach.
• Flip flops for the beach or pool.
• Gym clothes and shoes if your hotel has an exercise facility.
• One pair of underwear per day.
• One pair of socks per day.
• Bras.
• Pajamas.

Must-pack items for Egypt

• Long, baggy skirts and/or pants.
• Long-sleeved t-shirts.
• Bathing suit.
• Wide-brimmed hat.
• Sunglasses.
• Comfortable walking shoes.
• A scarf or shawl for women to cover their hair when visiting mosques.
• A light fleece or jacket if travelling outside of summer.

Dress Code for Men in Egypt Egyptian men like to wear smart clothes — it’s normal to see men of all ages in shirts, long trousers, and leather shoes. Jeans and t-shirts are rarer. Watches are usually worn but showy jewelry is not the norm.

Try and avoid going to bars alone or walking alone at night. Statistically, Egypt is a very safe country. Egyptians are, by and large, very friendly and welcoming to travelers and will do anything to try and show you the best side of their nation.

So bottom line is give Cairo at least 2 days and Luxor at least one additional day if not 2. So that’s 2-4 days total for doing Egypt as an add-on when you’re already in the region. Now, for those who are flying across the ocean to visit Egypt, you’ll want to stay a little longer.

While meal prices in Cairo can vary, the average cost of food in Cairo is E£180 per day. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Cairo is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.

As the largest city in Africa and the 6th largest city in the world, Cairo has so much to see and do. This city is full of rich history, exciting experiences, delicious coffees, and fabulous foods.

The average price of a 7-day trip to Cairo is $1,118 for a solo traveler, $2,008 for a couple, and $3,764 for a family of 4. Cairo hotels range from $20 to $110 per night with an average of $46, while most vacation rentals will cost $20 to $320 per night for the entire home.

Summary about cost of living in Cairo, Egypt: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 1,461$ (22,911EG£) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 411$ (6,448EG£) without rent. Cairo is 68.68% less expensive than New York (without rent).

Do respect the monuments archaeological sites are human heritage don’t touch scratch or sit on it. Do dress correctly whilst there is no specific dress code in the cities, women will feel more comfortable if they do not wear shorts or have their shoulders uncovered.

While a single Big Mac costs $US 5 in the United States, a Big Mac in Egypt costs just $US 1.46. In other words, using a single five dollar bill, a person can buy three Big Macs in Cairo and still have 62 cents left to spend on other goodies.

A person working in Egypt typically earns around 9,200 EGP per month. Salaries range from 2,330 EGP (lowest average) to 41,100 EGP (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher). This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.

Cost of living in Egypt is, on average, 58.84% lower than in United States….Cost of Living in Egypt.

Luxor is a tourist city, so there are a lot of things to do in it. The nightlife is buzzy, and the shisha bars are everywhere. There is also a big market street where you can catch up on souvenirs, herbs, and jewelry. Some of the most popular attractions are balloon riding on sunrise or Nile cruising to Aswan or Cairo.

Luxor requires a minimum of 3 days IMO. There is so much to see and do so you will be on the go the whole time. I’d say the minimum time needed to visit Luxor is two days, but you can easily spend longer as there are so many sites, and it’s worth taking the time to enjoy the atmosphere.