✓ The official currency for Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (EGP).
✓ Local time in Egypt is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +2).
✓ +20is the country dialling codeto Egypt.
✓ The standard voltage in Egypt is 220 volts AC, 50 Hertz (Hz).
✓ The official language of Egypt is Arabic, and most Egyptians speak one of several vernacular dialects of that language. As is the case in other Arab countries, the spoken vernacular differs greatly from the literary language.
✓ There are bureaux de change at airports and ports, and you can also exchange money at any bank. Many hotels will also exchange British currency for Egyptian pounds. The Egypt exchange rate you are offered will vary by location, so it can be worth shopping around.
✓ The best and easiest way to get a prepaid sim card for Egypt is on arrival at the airport. All the international airports in Egypt have kiosks that sell prepaid sim cards for tourists. You can't miss them. In Cairo Airport they are already located next to the luggage belts.
✓ In Cairo, almost every cafe and quite a few fast-food outlets feature free wireless Internet, and those that don't are usually within range of one that does.
✓ Egyptuses the metric system.
✓ Tipping 10–15% of your bill total is customary in Egypt. Often known as 'backsheesh' in parts of Asia and the Middle East, tipping is standard practice in Egypt.
✓ For the most part, it is safe to travel to Egypt. But when booking a holiday to Egypt, it is essential to check up on a region's current national and international affairs, to cater your trip suitably or to avoid a trip to Egypt altogether.
✓ In Egypt, drinking water from the tap is not recommended. Water treatment plants in and around Cairo heavily chlorinate the supply, so the water in the capital is relatively safe to drink. However, it is advisable everywhere else in Egypt to purchase bottled water or drink treated or purified water.
✓ In Egypt, the tobacco control law prohibits smoking in the following specified public places: health and educational facilities, governmental venues, sporting and social clubs, and youth centers (though these rules are not usually followed). Smoking is also prohibited on public transport.
✓ As a predominantly Muslim country, Egypt gives alcohol a low profile. Public drunkenness is unacceptable, and sale of alcohol is prohibited on the Prophet Mohammed's birthday and – except for a few places serving tourists – during the month of Ramadan.
✓ In cities and popular tourist destinations you'll be able to use your credit or debit card for all but the smallest purchases. However, carry cash if you're headed somewhere more rural or prefer to shop at local markets in Egypt.
✓ Pants, t-shirts, and long-sleeve shirts are acceptable as clothes to wear in Egypt. Avoid wearing shorts or sleeveless shirts to fit in with local customs. Men do not need a head-covering scarf to enter mosques. While women are expected to dress more conservatively than men.
✓ Pack a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses to avoid heatstroke.
✓ In terms of footwear, you must bring a pair of walking/running sneakers. Traveling to Egypt involves a lot of walking, so your feet need to be taken care of or they will surely hurt.
✓ Always carry with you a pair of socks (especially if you’re wearing sandals). You’ll need them for visiting mosques.
✓ Taking photographs of government and military buildings is forbidden. Blocking the roads, using professional equipment and artificial lightning is also banned. The same can be said for taking photographs that can negatively affect the country’s image.
✓ Homosexuality is a crime in Egypt, and it is one of the countries with the toughest sentences against the LGTBQ+ community.
✓ Egyptians use each of their hands for a purpose, the left hand is considered impure, and they use it only for situations such as putting on shoes or washing. The right hand is used to eat or to greet. It would be best if you respected this custom when interacting with a native Egyptian.
✓ One must see The Great Pyramids of Egypt, Unfinished Obelisk, Mummies room in Egyptian Museum and Nile River.
✓ One must do Cruise the Nile River, Pyramids of Giza Lightshow, Felluca ride on the Nile and Shop at Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.
✓ One must eat Simit, Hawawshi, Chicken Shawarma and Falafel and hummus.
✓ One must buy Papyrus Paper, Egyptian Cartouche, Canopic Jar and Mini Pyramids.
✓ One must carry substantial USD in Cash.
✓ Comfortable Walking Shoes.
✓ Sun Cream and Insect Repellants.
✓ Phone Chargers and Power banks.
✓ Universal Powerplug Adapters.
✓ Extra Camera Battery and Memory Card.
✓ Basic OTC Medicines and Personal Prescriptions.
✓ Rates quoted are Nett and Non-Commissionable.
✓ Due to the dynamic rates system across the globe, the above quotation is valid for 24 hours only.
✓ The above is just a quote and the same is subject to availability at the time of booking.
✓ No Rooms or Services have been blocked.
✓ The above quotation is not valid if dates overlap with Exhibitions & special events unless specified.
✓ Rooms / Rates are subject to availability unless booked.
✓ Please check all inclusions as any additions will incur extra charges.
✓ Rates quoted are based on minimum 2 pax travelling together.
✓ Any amendments to the date of travel or number of passengers will subject to re-quote.
✓ Tourism Dirham Tax will be charged by the hotel directly to the guests upon arrival unless specified.
✓ 5% VAT is included in the above quote.
✓ Airline / Fuel Surcharges may apply which needs to be paid over and above the Tour Cost.
✓ Midnight surcharges will be applicable for Transfers arranged between 2200 hrs. – 0700 hrs. (depending on the flight details given by you).
✓ Meals not included unless specified.
✓ Insurance Policy not included unless specified.
✓ Hotels reserve the right to release bookings held on Time Limit without prior notice.
✓ In case of any unavailability, we reserve the right to use alternative accommodation, sightseeing tours and transfer of equal standard.
✓ Vacation Dunya is not responsible for any missed breakfast due to flight timings. There won’t be any refund for it. You may request at the hotel directly to pre-book a boxed breakfast in case of an early morning departure. This would also be at the discretion of the hotel.
✓ Breakfast, if included, cannot be provided on the day of arrival at any city.
✓ Vacation Dunya is not responsible for any excess baggage charges on tour.
✓ Vacation Dunya reserves the right to change any information, route or attractions before or after your booking due to events beyond our control like bad weather, any natural calamity, any accident, and or any logistic issues.
✓ Check in time at the hotel is after 14:00 hrs. and check out is before 12:00 hrs. Early check in and late check out requests are subject to availability and at the discretion of the hotel.
✓ Certain sightseeing tour/activities are seasonal and operate on specific dates only.
✓ For certain sightseeing on Seat in Coach Basis you may need to go for to the pickup point.
✓ All Transfers & Sightseeing’s are on Seat In Coach basis unless specified on Private basis.
✓ If the Flight Schedule does not meet the Seat In Coach Transfer Schedule of the Supplier then the Transfers will be confirmed on Private basis at Supplement Cost.
✓ All tours and transfers are point to point unless Vehicle at disposal is booked.
✓ The pick-up or drop-off timings can be changed as per the trip schedule. It may also change depending on traffic conditions and your location.
✓ Kindly note that the driver will wait at the arrival terminal for a maximum of 60 minutes after the flight arrives. Should the guest not arrive within 60 minutes it will be considered as a NOSHOW, rebooking of transfers will be arranged at an additional cost.
✓ For Excursion / sightseeing transfers & departure transfers vehicle will wait for maximum of 10 minutes.
✓ For Sharing transfers, the drivers will wait for a maximum of 5 minutes from the scheduled time.
✓ The maximum dimensions per bag (H + W + L) must not exceed 158 cm (62 inches) – 1 piece + 1 Hand luggage in between 2 guests.
✓ Some of the mentioned inclusions may remain closed on weekends or specific days as per the government norms for which we do not hold the responsibility.
✓ All the products & services mentioned in Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC
website and sold to our esteemed clients are bound to stipulated terms and
conditions and the same shall govern the contract between the company,
Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC and its Clients.
✓ The booking will be made by Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC only:
a) On acceptance of our written quotation or offer.
b) On receipt of passport copies of all passengers travelling.
c) On specified non-refundable initial deposit to proceed with the booking.
d) On full payment of the tour for last minute bookings.
e) Consent given to use of the client’s personal date relevant to the
complete the booking.
✓ The binding contract commences upon the issuance of the Booking Confirmation
that mentions the details of the tour.
✓ Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC reserves the right to terminate the
contract or decline the confirmation of the booking and return the deposit as per
our sole discretion at any time before the tour.
✓ Please read carefully and understand the contents of the tour brochure /
itinerary and terms and conditions.
✓ Amount paid towards a group tour cannot be transferred to a customized
package.
✓ Unutilized bookings / services will not be carried forward to the next calendar
year.
✓ The Lead Passenger on the booking confirmation will be authorized for all the
passengers on the booking confirmation to agree with the terms and conditions,
acceptance of the booking, and for the payment of themselves and on behalf of
all the passengers mentioned on the booking.
✓ No person/s other than those affiliated with Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism
LLC, in writing, has the authority to vary, add, amplify, or waive any stipulation,
representation, term or condition in the brochure/ website/ online & offline
booking tools.
✓ Vouchers will be released in 3-4 working days after we receive the full payments /
07 days prior to the departure.
✓ In case of last-minute bookings credit card guarantee has to be provided to
confirm the services.
✓ Any on-board expenses will have to be paid by the client directly in cash or credit
card.
✓ No refunds either in part or full will be made in case of any unused services in
above package like ground transportation, meals, accommodation, sightseeing
tours.
✓ Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC is not responsible for any personal
belongings, or any other valuable items left in our vehicles or tour sites, it is
solely your responsibility. Our drivers and tour guides will not be responsible for
it.
✓ On Islamic occasions and National holidays, the tour will not serve alcohol, and
there will not be any live entertainment.
✓ Photography of UAE residence especially ladies, military institutions, government
buildings, and installations, is strictly prohibited.
✓ Littering is a punishable offense and offenders may face penalties in the form of
fines.
✓ Vacation Dunya Travel & Tourism LLC reserves the rights to charge 100% no
show charges if the guest is not there at the time of scheduled pick-up.
