Cairo Highlights & Alexandria 5-day tour

• Meeting: Meet on location or pick up
• Pickup: Pickup service available
• Drop-off: Drop-off service available

cancellation policy

• More than 60 days before: 40% charge
• More than 30 days before: 100% charge

Travel Information & Preparation Guide

📞 Contacting

• Local SIM Card: We recommend purchasing a local SIM card upon arrival to stay connected with friends and family.
• Internet: Widely available but often costly in hotels and cruise boats; service may be unreliable.
• Emergency Contact:
  • 📧 Email: info@innovationtours.tours
  • 📞 Phone: +20 1003024950

⚡ Voltage & Electricity

• Standard: 220 volts, two round pronged plugs (Type C).
• Adapters: Universal adapters are sold in airports; European adapters usually work (though may feel loose).
• Appliances:
  • Hair dryers usually provided in hotels (on request).
  • U.S. appliances (110 volts) require both a plug adapter and a voltage converter.
• Charging: All hotel rooms have sockets suitable for cameras, phones, laptops, etc.

🎒 What to Pack

Luggage

• Main bags: Suitcases, rucksacks, or fabric hold are all suitable.
• Day bag: Bring a small backpack for daily sightseeing.
• Assistance: Porters are usually available in hotels to help with luggage.

Luggage Limits

• Tours: No luggage restrictions from Innovation Tours.
• Airlines: Most allow 20–25kg checked baggage and 5–10kg hand luggage. Check with your airline before      departure.

Clothing

• Climate: Mostly hot, but nights and deserts can be very cold.
• Dress code:
  • Formal attire not required at hotels.
  • Long sleeves recommended at night (mosquito protection).
  • Loose, modest clothing is encouraged out of cultural respect.
  • Shorts (not too short) and T-shirts are acceptable at tourist sites (shoulders covered).
  • Mosques & religious sites: Arms and legs must be fully covered.

Other Essentials

• Sleeping sheet or liner for felucca trips (all year).
• Light sleeping bag in winter (Nov–Feb).
• Sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses.
• Toiletries & small towel.
• Basic first aid kit.
• Money belt for valuables.
• Torch (flashlight).
• Camera & charger.

🌍 Before You Travel

• Research: Learn about Egypt’s culture, laws, and customs.
• Risks: Assess personal fitness for activities (swimming, desert travel, etc.).
• Security: Understand potential risks (terrorism, natural disasters).
• Documents:
  • Carry copies of important travel documents.
  • Store digital copies securely online.
• Insurance: Review your travel insurance policy thoroughly (coverage & exclusions).
• Emergency Funds: Ensure access to sufficient cash or cards for emergencies.
• Contacts: Provide Innovation Tours with your emergency contact details and share your itinerary with them.