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Egypt Easter Tours & Holiday Offers 2020
Looking for great value Easter Holidays? Find the perfect cottage or holiday home for your Easter holiday in Egypt. Spring is a great time to visit Egypt as the prices of peak season have declined and the heat of summer has yet to set in. Check out of seasonal offers here.
from $1489
7 Days
Small Group Tour
08th, 09th April 2020
Travel to Egypt during Easter 2019 and visit Giza Pyramid and the Egyptian Museum then cruise the Nile in style and explore the charming tourist attractions in Luxor and Aswan including domestic flights.
from $675
4 Days
Small Group Tour
13th April 2020
Explore the awesome treasure of Egypt at Easter 2019 aboard Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise for 4 days. Start your Easter tour from Aswan to Luxor enjoying tours to Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Edfu, kom ombo, Philae Temple and more.
from $759
4 Days
Small Group Tour
10th 2020
Fantastic Nile Cruise tour during Easter 2019 for 04 days on board Mövenpick MS Royal Lotus from Aswan to Luxor including unforgettable visits to the highlights of Upper Egypt.
from $875
5 Days
Small Group Tour
09th April 2020
Explore Egypt most famous landmarks during Easter 2019 aboard Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise for 5 days. Start your Easter tour from Luxor to Aswan enjoying tours to Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Edfu, kom ombo, Philae Temple and more.
from $859
4 Days
Small Group Tour
10th April 2020
Enjoy a memorable Nile Cruise in April 2020 journey in Egypt at Easter breaks sailing for 4 days from Aswan to Luxor on board the beautiful May Fair Nile Cruise with tours to the ancient sites like Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Edfu, kom ombo Temples.
from $885
4 Days
Small Group Tour
Friday 10th April
Enjoy amazing Easter tour in Egypt on board Movenpick Prince Abbass Lake Cruise for 5 nights cruising the Lake from Aswan to Abu Simbel and touring the famous historical sights between Aswan and Abu Simbel.
from $995
5 Days
Small Group Tour
06th & 13th April 2020
Enjoy a magnificent 5 day Nile Cruise tour over Easter Holidays onboard the deluxe Movenpick Royal Lotus Nile Cruise, visiting Valley of the kings, Karnak Temples and many more.
from $1045
5 Days
Small Group Tour
06th & 13th April 2020
Fantastic Nile cruise experience during Easter vacation holiday in Egypt between Luxor and Aswan aboard a luxury cruise May Fair Nile cruise including amazing Egypt tours to Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temple, Karnak temple, Philae Temple and much more.
from $1605
8 Days
Small Group Tour
04th, 05th, 11th, 12th April 2020
Book this Egypt Tour during Easter to enjoy the Easter Vacation in Egypt visiting Giza Pyramids and Museum with amazing Nile cruise tour from Luxor to Aswan for 5 days. Explore Karnak temples and the Valley of the Kings in Luxor and more
from $4329
FAQs
Is Egypt considered a safe destination?
Egypt generally has a very low crime rate. You will feel safe in Egypt as the government is taking sensible precautions besides, in a recent report by Forbes Egypt was listed safer than USA and UK.
Why book with Memphis Tours Egypt?
We have been in the business in Egypt since 1955 and pride ourselves on using this experience to create consistently high quality, personalized tour experiences.
Is there a special rate for private groups booking with Memphis Tours?
Yes, Memphis Tours Egypt does provide a discount for private trips booked with large groups.
How much will I have to pay as a deposit?
The deposit required will be 25% of the total price of the tour, except during peak travel times around Christmas and New Years, when the deposit will be 50% of the total price.
Is there any surcharge on transactions completed using a debit or credit card?
Memphis Tours Egypt does not charge any additional fees or surcharges on any debit or credit card transactions. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
How can I obtain my visa to visit Egypt?
Visitors to Egypt must have a passport valid for at least six month after their arrival.
Travelers of the following nationalities can purchase a 1 month entry visa without application upon arrival in Egypt:
Australia, Canada, Croatia, European Union, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Macedonia, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Serbia, Ukraine, United Kingdom and United States.
This only takes a few minutes to do at a bank window before you go through customs
What kind of transportation can be used to move in Egypt cities ?
There are several transportation options available from the Cairo Airport. The fastest and most common way is to take a taxi. It is advisable to avoid riding in the old black taxis as they don’t use meters and the drivers may ask for an exaggerated fare. The new white taxis, which use a meter, are a good choice if you are going anywhere around Cairo.
The metro is one of the best ways to go from one place to another within Cairo. With the streets being crowded with cars and people most of the day, the metro has become the fastest means of transportation in the Egyptian capital. Although the metro can get rather crowded during the rush hours, it is still a good way to get around Central Cairo.
Do Egyptians speak languages other than Arabic?
Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand at least some English words or phrases.
Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German.
professionals, who work in the tourism sector, are accustomed to visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of most travelers.
Is it a common practice to give tips in Egypt?
Service charges that have been included on your bill go to the restaurant, not the waiter. Be sure to tip the servers 10% in addition by handing it to them directly.
Do I have to learn Arabic in order to enjoy my visit to Egypt?
It is always good to learn a few Arabic words to expressing greetings or thanks. If you are planning to visit some places other than popular tourist destinations, it is advisable to learn some Arabic phrases.
What different types of hotels are there in hotels in Egypt? What about check-in time?
Accommodations for travelers in Egypt fall across a broad range—everything from world class luxury to simple hostel accommodations are available. The nicest hotels compare well with luxury hotels anywhere, Egyptian hotels have their own rating system that loosely classifies them on a 5-star scale.
The check-in time in most hotels in Egypt is around midday, 12 or 1 PM.
Can I take pictures while visiting the monuments in Egypt?
Photography is allowed in most of the historical sites and museums in Egypt, but some of them have extra charges for taking in a camera.
in some museums, like the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, and some historical sites, like the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, photography is prohibited and visitors are asked to leave their cameras at the reception before entering.
Is there any special dress code to be followed during visiting a mosque in Egypt?
modest dress would be highly recommended and in some mosques, women will be asked to cover their hair and perhaps their arms and legs.
Both women and men will be asked to remove their shoes before entering a mosque.
Are there any health issues that I should worry about in Egypt?
Some travelers might suffer sunburn or heat stroke from the heat and sun during the summer if they are not careful; however, taking the proper precautions and drinking bottled water can eliminate any health risks.
Can I bring a supply of cigarettes & alcohol while visiting Egypt?
It is always recommended for travelers who wish to have their own supply of cigarettes and alcohol with them in Egypt to purchase them upon arrival. There are duty free shops in the airports in Cairo, Luxor, Hurghada, El Gouna and Sharm El Sheikh. Tourists are allowed to purchase up to 3 liters of alcohol and up to 200 cigarettes on arrival.
What are the opening hours for shops and different stores in Egypt?
Most of the shops in Egypt open from around 10 AM and stay open until 10PM; however, many shops, cafes, and restaurants especially in major cities stay open much later and some
facilities and shops are open 24 hours.
What are the opening hours for monuments in Egypt?
Most of the monuments, historical sites, and museums in Egypt open from 9 AM until 5 PM.
Open-air historical sites, like the Pyramids of Giza, are open from 8 AM until sunset.
Some museums have morning opening hours, from 9 AM to 4 PM
evening opening hours, from 5 PM to 9 or 10 PM.During Ramadan, the holy month of the Islamic calendar, be aware that these hours will change significantly.
Is there any special advice for women travelers while visiting Egypt?
In less touristic places, relatively modest dress is recommended.
Women should avoid very tight clothing, keep their shoulders and knees covered, and avoid very revealing necklines. Men should also avoid particularly revealing clothing.
wearing shorts is not very common among Egyptians. Dressing with relative modesty is a way of respecting the local culture.
The metro in Cairo has separate cars for women that might be more comfortable, especially during rush hours when the cars can be very full.
How much should I tip?
In a restaurant, it is good to give between 5 and 10% tip directly to the waiter.
For a small favor, like carrying luggage or parking a car, a few Egyptian pounds would be appropriate. Not more than five.
Often times in Egypt you will find someone tending to the bathroom to keep it clean. Giving them one Egyptian pound is an appropriate amount.
Tipping your tour guide and vehicle driver is completely optional but should be considered if you're provided with great service. If you decide to tip feel free to give what you think your experience was worth.
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Tips
- The currency of Egypt is the Egyptian pound, The value of the Pound is effectively fixed at the rate of 0.056 LE to 1 USD, Credit cards are widely used in Egypt.
- Service charges that have been included on your bill go to the restaurant, not the waiter. Be sure to tip the servers 10% in addition by handing it to them directly.
- The metro is one of the best ways to go from one place to another within Cairo.
- Arabic is the official language, English is widely used as second language.
- Try “Fool”, Egyptian beans, and “Koshary”, a traditional Egyptian pasta dish.
- Try Kebab and Kofta, the Egyptian traditional meat dish.
Highlights
- Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and valley temple which belongs to king Chephren.
- See Luxor temple, Hatshepsut temple, Valley of the Kings and Karnak temple in Luxor.
- Admire the wonders of ancient history at the Egyptian Museum.
- Discover the magic of Egyptian oases like Siwa or Bahariya
- Dive or snorkel in Sinai or cities situated on the Red Sea.
- Going on a Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan or vise versa.
- Shop at Khan El Khalili touristic market in Cairo.
- Visit Philae and Abu Simbel temples in Aswan.
- Visit the Saint Catherine Monastery in Sinai.
- Exploring Islamic Cairo on foot.
