Egypt | 10-Day Self-Drive Tour, Practical Tips to Avoid Scams

Is Egypt worth visiting? Will you be scammed? Are there any pitfalls? I just came back from Egypt, and this article will tell you everything you need to know about traveling in Egypt! - 📖 About visas: There is no need to apply for an e-visa in advance, as it is a hassle. It is recommended to apply for a visa on arrival, but be sure to prepare $25 in cash, as the queue is short. - ⚠️ How to avoid scams 1️⃣ Don't talk to strangers. Once you have your own destination, just follow your own itinerary and ignore the locals around you. 2️⃣ Don't let locals take photos easily, or introduce locals who want to take photos of you as a "kindness". Whether they are tourists or staff at the scenic spot, they will basically ask you for a tip. 3️⃣ Try to shop in stores and keep evidence when negotiating prices, which is very useful. 4️⃣ If you have any problems, find the police. Egyptian tourist police are very responsible, very concerned about the needs of tourists, and very efficient. - 🚗 Tips for self-driving 1️⃣ Before renting a car, be sure to confirm the mileage of your travel destination. There is a mileage limit for car rentals in Egypt, but you can pay extra. 2️⃣ The number of people driving must be registered when renting a car. If an unregistered person drives and has an accident, the insurance will not cover it. 3️⃣ Gas and highway fees in Egypt are really cheap. 4️⃣ Be sure to find a regular parking lot. If you want to park on the side of the road, don't trust anyone other than the police or staff. 5️⃣ Be sure to pay attention to safety while driving. If you park temporarily on the side of the road, be sure to lock the car door. - 💰 About cash 1️⃣ If you can exchange currency at the airport, it is best to exchange some, as ATMs in Egypt are not very convenient, and many machines have limits. 2️⃣ Credit cards are very convenient. - 📅 Our itinerary Here are some itinerary suggestions. Day 1: Arrive in Cairo Day 2: Giza Pyramids - Egyptian Museum of Civilization - Khan el-Khalili Day 3: Drive from Cairo to Luxor (7-8 hours, mostly on the highway, pay attention to safety when leaving Cairo) Day 4: Hot air balloon - Luxor Temple - Karnak Temple - Nile River sunset Day 5: Drive from Luxor to Hurghada (about 4 hours, all on the highway) Day 6: Hurghada sea tour, you can dive, etc., very nice Day 7: Drive from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh, 10 hours in total, you can rest in Suez on the way, where seafood is very cheap Day 8: Sharm El Sheikh day tour, you can also go to sea here, and the cliff bar is a must-see Day 9: Petra, Jordan day tour Day 10: Drive 7 hours back to Cairo, return trip