Information & Guidelines - Terms & Conditions

If you have any health issues or special needs we must know before you register.

BASIC ITINERARY SCHEDULES:


OPTION 1: FULL TOUR! OCTOBER 14 – NOVEMBER 2, 2025
OPTION 2: OCTOBER 17 – NOVEMBER 2, 2025
OPTION 3: OCTOBER 14 – 20, 2025
OPTION 4: OCTOBER 17 – 25, 2025


OPTION 1: FULL TOUR! OCTOBER 14 – NOVEMBER 2, 2025
Saqqara – Grand Museum – Giza – Sphinx – Great Pyramid – Pyramids – Abusir – Dahshur
Upper & Lower Nile Cruise & Temples & Abu Simbel Sun Festival


DEPARTURE to Egypt – Monday Oct. 13, 2025
Departures traveling from USA and other faraway destinations
Depart for Cairo and arrive the next day.

Day ONE: Tue. Oct. 14, 2025 – ARRIVAL (Check-in 15:00 / 3:00 PM). Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (Meals on your own)
Day TWO: Wed. Oct. 15, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BLD)
Day THREE: Thu. Oct. 16, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day FOUR: Fri. Oct. 17, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day FIVE: Sat. Oct. 18, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day SIX: Sun. Oct. 19, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day SEVEN: Mon. Oct. 20, 2025 – Flight to Aswan. Overnight Wadi al-Sebua. Cruise nt. 1 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day EIGHT: Tue. Oct. 21, 2025 – Overnight Abu Simbel. Cruise nt. 2 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day NINE: Wed. Oct. 22, 2025 – Overnight Amada. Wadi al-Sebua. Cruise nt. 3 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day TEN: Thu. Oct. 23, 2025 – Overnight Abu Simbel. Cruise nt. 4 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day ELEVEN: Fri. Oct. 24, 2025 – Bus transfer to Aswan. Overnight Aswan. Cruise nt. 5 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day TWELVE: Sat. Oct. 25, 2025 – Overnight Edfu. Cruise nt. 6 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day THIRTEEN: Sun. Oct. 26, 2025 – Overnight Luxor. Cruise nt. 7 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day FOURTEEN: Mon. Oct. 27, 2025 – Overnight Luxor. Cruise nt. 8 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day FIFTEEN: Tue. Oct. 28, 2025 – Overnight Qena. Cruise nt. 9 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day SIXTEEN: Wed. Oct. 29, 2025 – Overnight Luxor. Cruise nt. 10 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day SEVENTEEN: Thu. Oct. 30, 2025 – Overnight Aswan. Cruise nt. 11 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day EIGHTEEN: Fri. Oct. 31, 2025 – Flight to Cairo. Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day NINETEEN: Sat. Nov. 1, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BLD)
Day TWENTY: Sun. Nov. 2, 2025 – DEPARTURE (B)

B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner

OPTION 2: OCTOBER 17 – NOVEMBER 2, 2025
Grand Museum – Giza – Sphinx – Great Pyramid
Upper & Lower Nile Cruise & Temples & Abu Simbel Sun Festival


DEPARTURE to Egypt – Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025
Departures traveling from USA and other faraway destinations
Depart for Cairo and arrive the next day.

Day ONE: Fri. Oct. 17, 2025 – ARRIVAL (Check-in 15:00 / 3:00 PM). Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (Meals on your own)
Day TWO: Sat. Oct. 18, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day THREE: Sun. Oct. 19, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day FOUR: Mon. Oct. 20, 2025 – Flight to Aswan. Overnight Wadi al-Sebua. Cruise nt. 1 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day FIVE: Tue. Oct. 21, 2025 – Overnight Abu Simbel. Cruise nt. 2 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day SIX: Wed. Oct. 22, 2025 – Overnight Amada. Wadi al-Sebua. Cruise nt. 3 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day SEVEN: Thu. Oct. 23, 2025 – Overnight Abu Simbel. Cruise nt. 4 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day EIGHT: Fri. Oct. 24, 2025 – Bus transfer to Aswan. Overnight Aswan. Cruise nt. 5 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day NINE: Sat. Oct. 25, 2025 – Overnight Edfu. Cruise nt. 6 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day TEN: Sun. Oct. 26, 2025 – Overnight Luxor. Cruise nt. 7 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day ELEVEN: Mon. Oct. 27, 2025 – Overnight Luxor. Cruise nt. 8 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day TWELVE: Tue. Oct. 28, 2025 – Overnight Qena. Cruise nt. 9 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day THIRTEEN: Wed. Oct. 29, 2025 – Overnight Luxor. Cruise nt. 10 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day FOURTEEN: Thu. Oct. 30, 2025 – Overnight Aswan. Cruise nt. 11 – Royal Lily (BLD)
Day FIFTEEN: Fri. Oct. 31, 2025 – Flight to Cairo. Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day SIXTEEN: Sat. Nov. 1, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BLD)
Day SEVENTEEN: Sun. Nov. 2, 2025 – DEPARTURE (B)

B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner

OPTION 3: OCTOBER 14 – 20, 2025
Saqqara – Grand Museum – Giza – Sphinx – Great Pyramid – Pyramids – Abusir – Dahshur


DEPARTURE to Egypt – Monday Oct. 13, 2025
Departures traveling from USA and other faraway destinations
Depart for Cairo and arrive the next day.

Day ONE: Tue. Oct. 14, 2025 – ARRIVAL (Check-in 15:00 / 3:00 PM). Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (Meals on your own)
Day TWO: Wed. Oct. 15, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BLD)
Day THREE: Thu. Oct. 16, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day FOUR: Fri. Oct. 17, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day FIVE: Sat. Oct. 18, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day SIX: Sun. Oct. 19, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day SEVEN: MON. Oct. 20, 2025 – DEPARTURE (B)

B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner

OPTION 4: OCTOBER 17 – 25, 2025
Grand Museum – Giza – Sphinx – Great Pyramid
Upper Nile Cruise & Temples & Abu Simbel Sun Festival


DEPARTURE to Egypt – Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025
Departures traveling from USA and other faraway destinations
Depart for Cairo and arrive the next day.

Day ONE: Fri. Oct. 17, 2025 – ARRIVAL (Check-in 15:00 / 3:00 PM). Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (Meals on your own)
Day TWO: Sat. Oct. 18, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day THREE: Sun. Oct. 19, 2025 – Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (BL)
Day FOUR: Mon. Oct. 20, 2025 – Flight to Aswan. Overnight Wadi al-Sebua. Cruise nt. 1 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day FIVE: Tue. Oct. 21, 2025 – Overnight Abu Simbel. Cruise nt. 2 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day SIX: Wed. Oct. 22, 2025 – Overnight Amada. Wadi al-Sebua. Cruise nt. 3 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day SEVEN: Thu. Oct. 23, 2025 – Overnight Abu Simbel. Cruise nt. 4 – Prince Abbas (BLD)
Day EIGHT: Fri. Oct. 24, 2025 – Bus transfer to Aswan. Flight to Cairo. Overnight Cairo – The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel (B)
Day NINE: Sat. Oct. 25, 2025 – DEPARTURE (B)

B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner

View Detailed Itinerary for Egypt Tour

This royal journey to Egypt has it All!!

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES (February 8-26):

  • Kryon channellings every day!
  • Sightseeing tours as described and mentioned above.
  • Tours in English-language by professional Egyptologist tour guides.
  • All site entrances fees.
  • Most meals as listed in Itinerary.
  • 5-Star The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
  • A wonderful program on two deluxe Nile cruise boats, Upper Nile: 4-Star Mövenpick M/S. Prince Abbas and Lower Nile: 5-Star Mövenpick M/S. Royal Lily. Sailing on the Nile is an experience to cherish. It is like time is standing still and you feel you are back in an ancient time, sailing again to your favorite Temple. Don’t forget the wonderful meals on board (BLD)!
  • Join the Festival of the Sun Rise at Abu Simbel Temples in the early morning of October 22, 2025.
  • Visits to all the great Temples along the Upper and Lower Nile, the Sphinx, the Great Pyramids, and the Giza Plateau and much more as listed in itinerary.
  • Visit to the New Grand Egyptian Museum.
  • Private charter flight between Cairo/Aswan and Aswan/Cairo.
  • Private visit to the Sun Temple of Userkaf.
  • Private visits to the Great Pyramid, King’s Chamber and The Sphinx.
  • Private visit to the Temple of Isis at Philae.
  • Private visit to the The Osireion.
  • Festive Welcome & Farewell Dinners.
  • Oriental Entertainment Shows (Nubian Folkloric, Whirling Dervish, Belly Dancer).

Accommodation & Transportation:

  • 6 Nights/7 days in Cairo at the 5-Star The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel – Oct. 14-19. (Check-out 20th Oct.)
  • 4 Nights/5 Days on board Charter 4-Star deluxe Nile Cruise boat Mövenpick M/S. Prince Abbas – disembarking Oct. 24. Just for our group!
  • 7 Nights/8 Days on board Charter 5-Star Nile Cruise boat Nile Cruise boat Mövenpick M/S. Royal Lily – disembarking Oct. 31. Just for our group!
  • 2 Nights in Cairo at the 5-Star The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel – Oct. 31-Nov 1. (Check-out 2nd Nov.)
  • Private charter flight between Cairo/Aswan-Aswan/Cairo.
  • Deluxe coaches on all land portions.

Transfers:

  • Arrival day – Cairo airport to The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel
  • Private Egypt Air charter flight between Cairo/Aswan and Aswan/Cairo. Just for our group.
  • Private air-conditioned motor coaches for all transportations.
  • Transfer of all baggage throughout the tour.
  • Departure day – transfer from The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel to airport.

Other Services:

  • Meet, assist and transfer services upon arrival/departure to/from Egyptian Airports.

TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • Airfare to Egypt.
  • Entry visa to Egypt, which will cost approximately $25 USD per person.
  • Passport fees or charges (if any).
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Personal expenses, such as laundry service, mini bar charges, drinks with meals, and health club fees, etc.
  • Additional requests from you that are not included in the itinerary.
  • Gratuities: Tipping for personal items such as your housekeeper, laundry service, room services, meal gratuities, tour guides, etc.
  • Charges for incidental services (i.e. laundry, drinks, room service, and telephone calls, etc.)
  • Extra meals not included in itinerary. NOTE: Beverages with meals are NOT usually included. Please ask to confirm.
  • Any items that are not specified listed above as being included.
  • Emergency evacuation.

TOUR COSTS

Our itinerary provides information as to the costs of the tour and the accommodations and services that are included. Unless otherwise explained in the tour itinerary, the fee includes: lodging and meals usually drinks on your on your own as indicated per day (other food or beverages may be purchased by you at your own cost). The tour price also includes all transportation during the tour, sightseeing as specified in the itinerary, entrance fees for parks and other areas that are designated in the itinerary, and services of a tour guide. We reserve the right to substitute lodging accommodations if necessary, and will endeavor to provide accommodations of similar quality. Tour costs are based on group rates and no refunds will be given for unutilized services.

HOTELS, BOATS, & RELATED INFO

Hotel Check-In: Room available from 15:00 (3pm).

Hotels Items Amenities

  • 5-Star Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Cairo with buffet breakfast daily.
    The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo carries a rich legacy of tradition and luxury.
    Overlooking the Nile River lies the iconic luxury hotel, offering leisure and business travelers an opulent retreat in the heart of Cairo. The hotel marries the “bucket-list” city with world-class services; offering splendid amenities including more than nine distinctive restaurants and bars, a lavish spa, and unprecedented service promising you an unforgettable getaway.
    The elegantly appointed rooms are designed to pamper your senses with the finest amenities. Overlooking either the legendary Nile or the historical Egyptian Museum.
  • Chartered 4-Star Deluxe Nile Cruise boat Mövenpick M/S. Prince Abbas, luxurious Nile Cruise. With 43 Deluxe Cabins, 18 Junior Suites and 4 Royal Suite. Cabins are approximately 22 square meters, all tastefully and luxuriously furnished and 2 lefts. The cabins have en-suite shower room and benefit from individually controlled air-conditioning and include television, minibar, climate control and Direct-dial telephone. Internet access.
  • Check-out of our Upper Nile cruise and transfer to Aswan by bus 3 hrs drive and check into our chartered 5-Star Movenpick M/S Royal Lily – considered to be one of the most luxurious Nile Cruise Ships on the Lower Nile – for a 7 nights / 8 days Nile Cruise, sailing from Aswan to Luxor, Qena, Luxor, then back to Aswan, on full board basis including all meals. An amazing luxury Nile cruise that provides the ultimate in comfort, elegance and design. Movenpick M/S Royal Lily features the highest quality for your enjoyment.

    General Specifications:
    The new fully air-conditioned Mövenpick M/S Royal Lily has 56 comfortable cabins and 4 Royal Suites.
    The ship offers a great chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Nile banks and to see the magnificent temples and tombs of the ancient world together with guests’ cabins arranged on the upper decks & with internal walkways.
    The layout allows large cabins, lounge, sun decks, bars, a built-in Gym, Restaurant & gift shop. In keeping such an elegant design, the experienced crew will ensure that guests will feel at home by extending our company’s usual warm welcome with the touch of the Swiss Movenpick Hospitality that its high quality and service is known for.
    Cabin facilities:
    Modern style standard cabins are approx. 22.00 Sq. meters, situated on the upper decks to ensure a beautiful view of the passing-by sceneries.
    All are air-conditioned and come with en suite shower/Toilette, double or twin bedded according to guest’s wish and tinted panoramic windows, and are equipped with mini-bar, internal telephones, television, in-house music channels.
    4 Royal Suites give you the opportunity to live like a King in approximately 42 Square meters.
    They are favorably located in the forward section of the Upper deck, and consist of a bedroom with lounge area, featuring panoramic windows and a fully fitted bathroom. All are air-conditioned and equipped with internal telephone, television, Video player, music channels and Mini-Bar. Royal Suites can accommodate up to three people.
    Dining on board:
    Dining is an enjoyable experience in the large dining room with round 7 square Tables situated in the Under Main Deck where you will find varied buffets and water mouthing menus for all tastes. Choose from traditional Egyptian cuisine, international selection and vegetarian menus. Selections of Local & imported wines & liqueurs are available on board.
    The Salon Deck:
    Prettily decorated in natural colors, housing a dance area, a relaxing lounge, rounded Bar with Panoramic windows.
    The Sun Deck:
    Disposes on a swimming pool, a heated whirlpool, a pool bar as well as a canopied area.
    Guests will also be enjoying:
    - Welcome cocktail party
    - Belly dancer and Dervish show.
    - Gallabiyah party.
    - Nubian show.
    - Daily served tea and coffee after lunch and dinner as well during breakfast.
    - Tea time during sailing.
    - Chocolate hour, fruit of the month, tea and coffee.
    - One meal (lunch or dinner) is to be served on the top deck. (depends on weather conditions).
    - Free internet in public areas.

Pre & Post Nights

If you need extra nights before and/or after the tour dates at our hotels, cost with our group rate per room per night with breakfast incl all taxes.
*Costs also include a Private transfer from Cairo International Airport to the hotel with our land operator ‘Travels Key’.

The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Cairo:
Includes breakfast and taxes.
*Rooms overlooking the Historic Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square
Double (King or Twin beds) $420.00 USD per nt. ($210.00 per person)
Single (King or Twin beds) $420.00 USD per nt.
Upgrade Nile View Room (King or Twin beds) $90.00 USD per nt. ($45.00 per person)

To book, email: info@shalohaproductions.com

Food

Food in Egypt is healthy with a variety including vegetarian and vegan dishes at all hotels and on the cruise.

ROOM SHARE

When not traveling with a partner or friend, we will pair women with women, men with men. The Divine Spirit typically has a hand in those matters.

TIPS & GRATUITIES

Group tipping is included for waiters, hotel and restaurants, Nile cruise staff, baggage handlers, guides, bus drivers and temple guards etc.

The price does not include tipping for personal items: your room housekeeper, laundry service, drinks, health clubs, tips for personal meals and other personal items.

WIFI

  • Cairo Airport – Terminal buildings  1, 2 and 3 are equipped with Wi-Fi services, covering the departure and transit areas.
  • The Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel – wireless internet access without surcharge. F.O.C.
  • Upper Nile Cruise Mövenpick M/S. Prince Abbas – Internet access in Abu Simbel and Aswan only. 3 GB free internet per person. No access during the sailing between the two cities.
  • Lower Nile Cruise Movenpick M/S Royal Lily – Internet coverage is not always reliable on the Nile and can be very limited. There is access in the lobby without surcharge, F.O.C.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Foreign travelers must show proof of a valid private medical health insurance policy, which will cover the cost of treatment for COVID-19.

We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive Travel Insurance (Cancellation and Medical Insurance) to protect against cancellation fees and additional travel expenses or financial default that may incur before, after, or during the trip.

There are 3 types of insurance you should consider under a comprehensive plan: trip cancellation insurance, travel health insurance, and medical evacuation insurance. These will cover different situations and may give you financial peace of mind, as well as allowing for safe and healthy travel.

Please contact your medical provider, airline or travel agent to obtain a policy for this trip. This is important.

Important: Please make sure you have your medical insurance policy provider contact information with you, before leaving for Egypt.

Recommended Travel Insurance companies:

For Americans and citizens of other countries

We suggest you call and speak with an agent about all options available

World Nomads
www.worldnomads.com/usa/travel-insurance

HTH Worldwide
Tel: 1-888-243-2358
www.hthtravelinsurance.com/index.cfm

USI AFFINITY Travel Insurance Services
Tel: 1-800-937-1387
www.travelinsure.com/what/wmedhigh.asp?32963

Insure My Trip
Tel: 1-800-487-4722
www.insuremytrip.com

TIC (Travel Insurance Coordinators)
Tel: 1-800-379-9628
www.travelinsurance.ca

For Canadians

TIC (Travel Insurance Coordinators)
Tel: 1-800-379-9628
www.travelinsurance.ca

PASSPORT & VISA

Entry Visa

The entry visa to Egypt is not included. The cost is $25 USD Cash and the visa can be obtained upon arrival. When you depart from your plane and before you go in to claim your luggage, a ‘Travels Key’ staff will greet and help you to get the visa stamp from one of the bank branches inside the arrival hall. Please hand the cash to the ‘Travels Key’ staff. The correct amount is necessary.

You can also apply and obtain the visa to Egypt online here:
Egypt Online Visa (e-Visa)
Egypt e-Visa Application

Valid Passport

  • Be sure that your passport will not expire during your stay in Egypt.
  • All visitors to Egypt must hold a passport that is valid for at least six months from their arrival date in Egypt.
  • Visitors are entitled to remain in Egypt up to three months from the date of their arrival, in accordance with the conditions of the visa issued to them.

Passport Safety

Keep your passport in your purse or a secure pocket where it cannot be seen; never pack your passport in your suitcase.

Leave a copy of the front inside information page at home, another copy in your suitcase, six more copies for hotel check-in and your original passport with you. The six copies are to be handed to Travels Key representative upon first arrival at the hotel. If you use your hotel safe, remember to check your hotel safe before checking out of your room. Total 7 copies to bring with you and your original passport.

AIRFARE

Your flight arrival to Egypt and departure should be to/from Cairo International Airport (Code: CAI).

Most international airlines operate flights to Egypt. You can also book your flights with your travel agent or Internet-based travel agencies companies such as:
www.orbitz.com www.expedia.com www.cheapoair.com www.travelocity.com www.cheaptickets.com
www.cheapflights.com www.onetravel.com www.travelzoo.com www.Kayak.com (within Kayak get pricing from: Priceline, WebJet, CheapOair, Expedia, Orbitz, Travelocity, Airfare, JustFly, FlightHub)
www.flightsfrom.com explores destination through non-stop flights from a specific airport.

Note to Americans: Direct flights to Cairo (CAI) with EgyptAir from New York (JFK) and Washington, D.C. (IAD) www.egyptair.com/en

TIPS TO REDUCE JET LAG

  • Get ample rest before your flight departure, and drink plenty of water and fluids.
  • Go to bed and get up at normal times for the new time zone. Your body will adjust quicker if you do not stay up all night or sleep during the day.

TIPS FOR THE FLIGHT

  • Wear comfortable clothing on the flight. Dress casually; wear loose-fitting clothes.
  • Bring a jacket and inflatable neck pillow for long overseas flight.
  • Drink plenty of fluids while traveling. Avoid coffee and alcohol.
  • Stand up and stretch several times during long flights. Stretch and contract your calf muscles with frequent foot exercises.

24/7 SERVICE UPON ARRIVAL IN CAIRO AND TRANSFER TO OUR HOTEL

  1. Please send us your arrival and departure to and from Egypt flight details after you purchase your airfare: flight number, airline, dates, times to info@shalohaproductions.com
  2. Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport a ‘Travels Key’ staff member will be waiting for you inside the arrival hall of Cairo Airport holding a sign with ‘Travels Key’ name, Kryon name and your name.
  3. ‘Travels Key’ staff will greet and help you to get the visa stamp (cost $25.00 cash) from one of the bank branches inside the arrival hall. Please hand the cash to the ‘Travels Key’ staff. The correct amount is necessary.
  4. ‘Travels Key’ staff will help you go through immigration.
  5. ‘Travels Key’ staff will help you collect your luggage.
  6. ‘Travels Key’ staff will help you go through customs with your luggage.
  7. ‘Travels Key’ staff will transfer you from the Airport to the hotel by one of their private tourist buses.
  8. ‘Travels Key’ staff will help you with your hotel room check-in.
  • Flights arriving close in time will be grouped together.

MONEY

  • All participants are requested to write clearly their name in Full (rather than just sign) on all transactions and bills for any extra requests during their stay at hotels and cruises, to avoid any confusion while settling bills upon checking out or departures.
  • Your home currency may be exchanged at the airport, your hotel, one of the local money changers, or at one of the many ATMs throughout Egypt.
  • In Egypt the Egyptian currency is called Egyptian pounds. The exchange rates vary depending on what you use in the exchange: cash, check, traveler’s check or credit card. Be sure to check with your hotel for the exchange rate as it can fluctuate daily. At all larger stores and restaurants you may use either your credit card or debit card.
  • Please check Visa or MasterCard on the web before departure for the current rate of exchange.
  • Major credit cards such as Visa or MasterCard or your ATM card are excellent to have in case of an emergency and for buying more expensive items. They provide a good exchange rate and receipt. Always ask for the carbon, if used, along with your customer copy. Important: before you depart overseas, please notify your bank or credit card provider of your schedule, and that you will be making purchases out of the country.
  • We do not recommend the use of traveler’s checks, as you may experience difficulty using and/or cashing them. In addition, banks usually charge a handling fee when cashing traveler’s checks. Major credit cards are recommended for purchases.

VAT TAX

Egypt does not have VAT Tax on purchases.

TIPS (Gratuities) & BARGAINING

In Egypt for your personal meals it is customary to tip in restaurants. When the bill does not include service charge, a 12% tip should be added to the payment. In hotels, tip the bellhop or any other service provider who helps you. Taxi drivers are generally NOT tipped. Passengers are advised to ask cab drivers to turn on the meter, thus avoiding unnecessary haggling.

Egyptians love to bargain! You will find vendors at the temple sites before you enter, and on the streets and in street markets. Advice if you want to purchase something: first ask for their best price and then offer 40% off the price. They will counter-offer. If you really want it, take the offer or walk away. They may come down with a better offer. This is a good time to take it or walk away for good. Enjoy the process but do not engage with vendors who are offensive. Also many of them will say “See you later!”, and if you say “Yes” they will find you! So, smile and keep on walking. Also you may want to shop in a group, with others who are good shoppers. Then once you have settled on the best price, any of you can buy the item at that same price. This saves a lot of time.

LUGGAGE

  • Please arrive with up to two (2) suitcases only per person and one (1) carry-on!
  • On tour buses in Egypt, luggage storage space is limited. Only one suitcase per person will be stored in the luggage compartment of the bus.
  • Inside the bus, storage space is limited to the under-seat space in front of you and the shallow space above your head.
  • You are responsible for additional pieces at all times.
  • Porters are tipped for all group transfers of luggage. For Private porter’s assistance the tip to the porter helping you is on you.
  • Always pack fewer clothes than you think you need.
  • Include a closable canvas bag inside your suitcase, in case you need extra luggage for items you have purchased. Be aware that many airlines will charge for overweight bags and more than one checked bag and one carry-on.

PACKING, CLOTHING & THINGS TO TAKE

  • For touring wear loose, comfortable cottons or other lightweight clothing that can be layered.
  • Dress in Egypt is casual, but be prepared at tour sites to cover your shoulders and arms. Please, no tank-tops. It is appropriate to have at least the upper arms covered (T-shirt length), and pants and skirts to at least the knee. Bare midriffs are not appropriate for this tour. At some sites entrance is denied to people wearing shorts or sleeveless tops. It is always good to pack a scarf to cover your arms or your head when it is hot. Pack a light waterproof jacket for cool evenings on the Nile Cruise.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are a must! Please break them in before you come to Egypt. Include a more formal pair of shoes for dinners at the hotel. High heels are NOT recommended for women. Bring sandals and water shoes for the pools. There will be lots of sand, so on tours open sandals may be hard to walk in.
  • Be sure to include: backpack, swimsuit, water shoes, small flashlight, travel packages of tissues, sleeping mask, earplugs, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, moistened towelettes, washcloth, pocket size tissues (for restrooms), hand & body lotion (dry climate), notebook, pens, highlighter, and notebook, extra film and batteries for camera with a protective case for x-ray machines, compact folding umbrella in case of rain.
  • Money (more than you think you will need, in small bills).
  • Do not pack: valuables, including items of sentimental value. Leave them at home.
  • Important note about visits to sites: all participants are advised to ensure that they are aware that certain sites during the different options may not be suitable to those with claustrophobia, back problems or heart conditions. Please seek advice from your guides and Travels Key accompanying staff during the tour.

VOLTAGE

Electricity in Egypt is 220 Volts, alternating at 50 Hertz. If you travel to Egypt with a device that does not accept 220 Volts at 50 Hertz, you will need a voltage converter adaptor (220 Volts). Plug adapters and outlets in Egypt generally accept 1 type of plug: (two round pins). We recommend a universal adapter and converter kit.

VACCINATIONS

None are required for entry into Egypt.

PRESCRIPTION MEDICINES

  • Be sure to pack enough of your prescription medications to last through the tour. Pack your medicine in the original bottle and bring some in your carry-on bag.
  • Bring an extra week’s supply, your doctor’s phone number, and a copy of the generic names for each.
  • Have your doctor write an Egyptian-equivalent prescription for life-dependent medications. Not all prescriptions are interchangeable. Your doctor will be able to advise you.
  • If you are allergic to any medicines, please keep a list of these with your passport.
  • In Egypt you may need a prescription for medicine that is sold over the counter in other countries.
  • You should pack some aspirin, antacids, and similar items you use at home that you feel you might need on the tour.
  • If you suffer from motion sickness, bring along any medication you use to prevent this on the boat, bus and plane.

PREPAID PHONE/SIM CARDS – CELL PHONES & SMARTPHONES

  • The system used in Egypt is GSM. You can buy (not rent) a brand new mobile + SIM card for as low as 200 Egyptian Pounds. Or you can bring your own mobile and buy only the SIM for only 20 Egyptian Pounds, valid for 3 months before you have to re-charge! This even includes a few free minutes calls and unlimited incoming calls. If you plan to make many calls out, buy a re-charge card for 25 to 200 Egyptian Pounds, depending on your needs.
  • Mobilnil have booths everywhere, so you can probably get a rental or you can buy a SIM card for use in Egypt when you are there. Everybody in Egypt has cell phones, and Vodaphone and Mobilnil are in Egypt.
  • If you have a cell phone or smartphone, check with your local provider for international service.

COMPUTERS, LAPTOPS, iPADS

  • You can bring your own laptop or iPad, or use the public computer in the lobbies of most hotels in Egypt.
  • To use your own devices, it is best to buy a small adapter plug (220 volts, for Egypt) to put on the end of your electrical cord. This will save your battery life – either in the hotel or elsewhere – and keep you online. Purchase the adapter plug for about $5 USD at a travel store or on-line – it’s easier to buy them beforehand.
  • For some devices to work, you may need a converter with an adapter attached.
  • There is usually a fee of about $ USD per day for WIFI access in hotel rooms. Some hotels allow you to use your laptop in their lobby or designated areas for wireless connection – either complimentary or for a small fee.

BUSES & RESTROOMS

  • The deluxe touring motor coaches are air-conditioned.
  • It is important that every participant adhere to sitting in the same bus seat during the different excursions and visits to sites. Change of bus, for any reason, must be advised to the accompanying guide. This is essential for the efficient use of time, avoid unnecessary waiting and ensuring the safety of all participants.
  • No restrooms on the bus. However, restrooms are available in most sites that we will be visiting, and travel distances between sites are relatively short.

DAY TOUR DEPARTURE & RETURN

Usually, we will depart the hotel after breakfast between 8:00-9:00 AM and return in the afternoon. On a few of the days that we have early private visits to sites we will depart between 4:30-6:30 AM. Your tour guide will announce the sightseeing schedule and a wake-up call for each day’s itinerary.

LOST ITEMS

  • Double check your belongings before leaving the plane, hotels and buses. We cannot assume responsibility for lost items.
  • Put your name and a contact number on your belongings. You can include our company information too.
  • Please check your hotel safe for any valuables before your leave the room.

WEATHER IN EGYPT

October is a wonderful time to visit Egypt. The climate is ideal. The desert is not too hot, and the evening temperatures are refreshingly cool. Average highs in October can range from 23°C to 28°C (73°F to 82°F). On the Nile Cruise the temperatures can be cooler. Bring a light jacket for cool Nile breezes. Don’t forget mosquito repellent. We recommend checking the weather forecast before you leave for Egypt.

TIME IN EGYPT

SECURITY CHECK (UPON DEPARTING EGYPT)

Passengers must arrive at the airport 3 hours before departure time.
Passengers arriving at the airport must first undergo a security check before approaching the counter of the airline they are flying. Passengers and their luggage are inspected by airport personnel with modern security equipment. They will then check in their luggage and receive a boarding pass and seat number.

  • Have all travel documents readily available at check-in, placed in your carry-on or purse, NOT in your luggage.
  • Be prepared to submit yourself to a body check by metal detector or by physical means if necessary.
  • Be prepared to open all luggage for inspection at check-in. All packages, including gifts, may be opened at this time.
  • Do not lock your CARRY-ON bag in any way, because they may check the carry-on in front of the passenger.
  • Do not accept anything presented to you unless you have inspected the contents.

TOUR DATES, DELAYS, ROUTE CHANGES AND CANCELLATION

Organizing the tour has substantial financial commitments, contracts, and conditions with many of the tour suppliers in Egypt (Hotels, Chartered Boats, Chartered Flights, Coaches, Operator, and other services). The schedule is established over one year or more before the tour, so it is possible that route changes, delays, postponements, or new tour dates may become necessary if there are circumstances beyond our control, such as unexpected weather conditions, political turmoil, pandemic and/or similar causes that may require changes to the itinerary. We and our providers reserve the right to cancel or postpone the tour prior to departure, in which case the refund policy is as follows:

  • If the tour is canceled 150 days before the first day of the tour, any payment you have made to us will be refunded minus a 10% cancellation fee within 30-60 days.
  • If the tour is canceled 120-149 days before the first day of the tour, any payment you have made to us will be refunded minus a 20% cancellation fee within 30-60 days.
  • If the tour is canceled 90-119 days before the first day of the tour, any payment you have made to us will be refunded minus a 40% cancellation fee within 30-60 days.
  • If the tour is canceled 60-89 days before the first day of the tour, any payment you have made to us will be refunded minus a 50% cancellation fee within 30-60 days.
  • If the tour is canceled 30-59 days before the first day of the tour, any payment you made to us will be refunded minus a 70% cancellation fee within 30-60 days.
  • If the tour is canceled 15-29 days before the first day of the tour, any payment you made to us will be refunded minus an 80% cancellation fee within 30-60 days.
  • If the tour is canceled less than 15 days before the first day of the tour, any payment you made to us will be refunded minus a 90% cancellation fee within 30-60 days.

In the unforeseeable event that the tour was to be canceled while the tour is taking place, due to a pandemic or other causes beyond our control, no reimbursement of unutilized days of the tour may be returned to the participants – as these fees would be non reimbursed to Shaloha Productions.

Note: Lee Carroll has been traveling the world for over 30 years and has never missed an event or tour he was scheduled for and committed to. In the unforeseeable situation due to circumstances beyond his control that will prevent him from participating in the tour, we will do everything in our power to reschedule the tour to a different date; however, if we are not able to do so and the tour is cancelled, the same cancellation policy fees above will be applied.

If the tour is postponed to another date, any payments you have made will be applied to the new tour dates. If you are not able to attend the new rescheduled tour dates, the same cancellation policy fees above will be applied.

You waive the right to any further claims for compensation or damages, for any loss, consequential damage, expenses, or loss of time or inconvenience which may result from such cancellation. These terms, conditions, and policies may not be challenged nor negotiated. Herein you make a full agreement.

We will always do everything in our power to postpone a tour rather than cancel. Also, we will always strive to refund you as much of your funds as possible, taking everything into consideration at the time of cancelation. It is highly advisable that you obtain comprehensive Travel Insurance to recuperate any losses you may incur.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The services described herein, and in the itinerary, are organized by us and/or our providers. All arrangements made on behalf of you are made on the condition that we and our providers shall not be held responsible for any injury, death, accident, delay, loss or damages which may be caused in all or in part, by the acts or omissions of others. The information contained in this page is correct to the best of our knowledge, but we accept no liability for any inaccuracies herein.

We reserve the right to alter any itinerary or service at any time without penalty. Any additional expense or cancellation costs shall be borne solely by you. We reserve the right to withdraw or refuse any service to any customer in our sole discretion. Your payment of your deposit is your acknowledgment of, and agreement to, the terms herein.

CONSUMER DISCLOSURE NOTICE

We and our agents act only in capacity as agents for our customers in all matters connected with lodging accommodations, tours and transportation by any means. You hold us free of responsibility or liability for any damages related to the tour, regardless of cause. We and our agents will not be responsible or liable for any damages, expenses, or inconveniences caused by late departures, changes of schedule, strikes or work slowdowns, pandemic, natural catastrophe, hostile acts, or any other events. We will not be responsible or liable for any loss or damage to baggage or any of your personal property. We and our affiliates, officers, employees, servants, and agents shall not be responsible for personal injury, illness, death, accident, delay, loss, damage, terrorist acts, natural catastrophe, irregularity, or property damage as a result of force majeure or for any other losses or damages incurred by any person or tour participant caused by any delay, cancelation or change of itinerary or arising out of any act, including, but not limited to, any act of negligence by any person acting for or on behalf of us.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

You understand and agree that during the course of the trip certain risks and dangers may occur, including but not limited to the hazards of traveling in Egypt. You agree to assume all risks associated with the journey and agree that no liability will attach to us or our outfitters, employees or agents, or to any member of the tour group in respect of death, personal injury, illness or delay, or for any loss of or damage to your property during the course of the trip, regardless of cause. You accept all risk of any walking, hikes, cable rides, motorcar, bus and boat trips. You certify that you are not ill or carrying any contagious diseases or illnesses. We reserve the right to withdraw a service or any part of it, to make alterations in the itineraries as we deem necessary or desirable. We reserve the right to decline, to accept, or to retain any person as a member of any party at any time. “Catch-up fees” are the responsibility of you in the event of missed transportation at any leg of the trip. You understand that neither traveler’s insurance nor medical insurance is provided by us, and it is your responsibility to obtain such insurance if it is desired.

SPECIAL NOTE

We place great emphasis on harmony amongst the tour-goers and all other persons involved in the tour. We reserve the right to remove any disruptive attendee from the tour, without reimbursement of any fees. If an attendee chooses to leave the tour for any reason, there will be no reimbursement of any fees.

AUDIO & VIDEO

Audio & Video recording of the lectures and channelling is NOT permitted.

USEFUL PHRASES

Though many Egyptians speak English, knowing just a few words and phrases of Arabic can help you enjoy your experience in Egypt even more.

English Phrase Pronunciation in Arabic
Hello / Goodbye Ahlan/ ma salamah
Good morning Sabah El Kheer.
Good night Mesa El Kheer.
Thank you Shokran
Please / You’re welcome / Excuse me? Mnfadlak/ Ahlan Beek/ Ana Asef.
What is this? Mahaza/ Ayhdaa.
I want this Ana Ayez Dh.
I want to … Ana Ayez …
How much is this? Becam Dah.
I want to go … Ana Ayez …
How can I get to … Azay akdr arouh le …
Where is … Feen mcan …
How are you? Keef Halak.
I don’t know Ana Laarf.
Slower, please Belraha Low Smaht.
What time is it? Elsaa Kaam.
Excuse me, do you speak English? Low Smaht Enta bettkalem Engleezy.
What is your name? Esmak Eeh.
My name is … Esmy …
I don’t speak Arabic Ana La Atakalam Alaraby.
I don’t understand Ana Mesh Fahem.
Do you have … Enta Andak …
Where can I find good food? Feen Momken Alaky Akl Kewayes.
The cheque, please Elsheek Mn Fadlak.
May I have a menu? Momken ashouf El menyo.
What do you suggest? Tektereh eyh.
What are your specialties? Ma Howa Sanfak Almofaddal.
I’m a vegetarian Ana Nabaty.
Yes Naam.
No Laa.
OK OK