WHAT NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT EGYPT 🇪🇬✈️ 

I have an advice for every woman who wants to go to Egypt (I am Egyptian). You should not wear tight clothes that highlight the body or open clothes in public places. You should also go with an Egyptian guide because sellers exploit foreigners and take advantage of the difference in conversion from Egyptian pounds to dollars and sell at prices Expensive, and I want to say that Egypt has 28 governorates, and in each of them there are tourist attractions, beautiful landscapes, and wonderful beaches. Enjoy your trip in Egypt

This is definitely in my bucket list someday. I wanted to come here by myself but of course on a tour. Thank you for sharing ❤️

Wow this is one of my dreams trips love the video thanks for the info. I can’t wait to go to Egypt and see all those wonderful sites. 👍

I'm Egyptian, and It didn't occur to me ever when you've said (people in the past and in the present are living side by side) wow!.. what an expression and tremendously composed!! That's completely correct and lovely said. How i never thought about that?

I was in Egypt in 1995 for 2 weeks on business. Got to travel from Cairo to Port Said to El Arish, then to Alexandria and out past Marsa Matruh, working on equipment along the coast. I was with Egyptian workers the whole time and generally felt safe. The Egyptian engineers I was with sometimes sensed I was uneasy about some of the areas we went and laughed at me, some of them had been to the United States and were mugged - they said you don’t have to worry about that here. I think times were different then though, before a lot of the loonies started stuff. In general I ate at many local restaurants, stuck to cooked food and bottled water and was fine. I took a couple acidophilus pills a day to fortify gut. The local food in restaurants was good food. All the people I met were very polite and hospitable. Tourist spots were of course touristy with lots of people trying to sell stuff, but mostly I was working in towns and equipment sites. I hope Egypt can continue to have a positive future, they are good people and have a lot of history for visitors to enjoy.

Thanks for sharing these tips--a lot of folks come to Egypt and if they have never been here before and do not speak Arabic, they can have a tough time. I love helping travelers experience all the good in Egypt while minimizing the not-so-good. I'm glad you got to experience my second home! :)

I am an American male and I have been to Egypt 21 times since 2012. For Westerners, you should bring toilet paper when you leave the hotel. The people there use water toilets to clean themselves. If you’re not used to it, bring your TP. You may see it in some places but not at other places, such as the airport. I know because I have experienced this. If you’re going to tip anyone, have the money set aside from your wallet/purse. You don’t want people to see your big bills. Try to avoid having people at tourist sites suggest angles, views to take photos. A tip will be expected. I have been scolded by Egyptian friends, both male and female, not to give money to beggars on the street, because you don’t know their real economic status. If you go to Khan El-Khalili, you BARGAIN with the seller. He,she will try to sell high especially if you are a foreigner. You can always walk away. At many tourist sites, you will pay more for tickets than the local people. Don’t complain. We can afford it. Be careful holding your cell phone, iPad, hand bag, etc in busy crowded places. Some people, especially on motorcycle, have been known to grab away cell phones - I personally know 2 Egyptian female friends who had this happen. Use common sense and keep your eyes open. Although I say all this, to me there is no other place in the world I would rather be than in Egypt. After all, I’ve been there 21 times since 2012 with plans to return. Make friends there. Egypt has very polite and nice people. I know. Take in the culture. Don’t let TV and garbage movies give you the wrong idea of Egypt. Yes, it’s a 3rd world nation and the economy has taken a toll on so many people there. Cairo is like New York. Most people will be wonderful to get to know. Try to see their world from their perspective, not yours. That could be more memorable than visiting a place. Quite a few know English. The first 2 times I went there was to see places but since then, I have gone to see people and friends, Egypt’s most wonderful treasures to me.

I have visited Egypt 3 times (done the Nile Cruise on one of the 3 visits) and yes you have to take certain precautions especially with street vendors and beware of thieves. But generally it is a safe country to visit

I am Egyptian from Alexandria and I live in Texas since almost 10 years now, I miss Egypt so much and I maybe visiting Egypt very soon, don’t hesitate to drop a question if u have one. Welcome to Egypt 🇪🇬

Nice video and good information! As a male I feel it is safe to travel independently. I have travelled to many parts of the world and personally I feel the local in Egypt are the most friendly people I have ever met. They are very welcoming, will invite you for tea or dinner. Vendors at tourist sites however can be very pushy and aggressive trying to earn your business. Just expect that and you will be fine. Its a beautiful country and i highly recommend it!

I just left Egypt I stayed with a local living there. I am going back in Dec. I love Egypt

My boyfriend and I traveled Egypt by ourselves for almost a month. I agree that a guide is very beneficial at the sites so you can get all the facts and information.....but we felt super safe walking around and traveling by ourselves! (Although it can be very tiring and chaotic, we never felt unsafe!)

A lot of these comments on the video seems to forgot this video is from a female traveller perspective and that makes travelling very differently. As a female traveller I have taken advice from male travellers and actually felt unsafe as a woman and been in danger! Would love to know what tour you went on!

I spent 28 days in Egypt solo traveller, amazing experience for me as a female woman. People work for money not beg, all you have to do is to know, no thank you in Egyptian, no tour, a body guard? I felt very safe in Egypt , I been robbed in Usa more times. Never in Egypt

Experience the magic of Egypt where it all begins

I think this video exaggerates how important (and how common) it is to travel there on a tour. I've been to Egypt twice, and travelled independently with one other person, and both times had the trip of a lifetime. And both times it was obvious that many people do the same. Certainly learning about Egyptian history is a part of it, but there are books that can tell you about that. Nothing wrong with doing one-day tours to places that might be hard to get to (I've done that), but personally, I like to see the real life of the country, and that doesn't mean being bussed around from one tourist attraction to the next.

Wish I was there too! That’s one of my all time favorite goals to meet one day

Thank you for your video. I went to visit Egypt in 2019. You have made excellent points for traveling. Thank You

This video was freaking Epic!!! Thank u for all the very useful info! 👍🏼👍🏼

I did fulfill one of my bucket lists to Egypt, in September 2019 and returned just before lockdown. I can't stop thinking about Egypt my mind won't let it go

I went to Egypt 3 times as a solo female traveler and have met other solo travelers as well. Always made new friends because Egyptians are sooooooooo hospitable. If you just go on a tour, you may miss out on meeting locals. Tours are fantastic when you want to learn about the history. But when you travel solo - i.e. before or after your tour - you get to know how incredibly friendly and helpful Egyptians are. Never felt like I was going to get robbed or that my life was in danger. Ever. Now I will say, some men can be annoying, but I get that in other countries as well, even way more so, i.e. in Los Angeles. I've traveled to more than 50 countries and Egypt is in my top 3. You can wear shorts, tops, or dresses, but it depends on where you go (beach cities or New Cairo, for example).

I have been to Egypt - one of my most amazing trips. The people treated me very well as I followed their rules i.e., dressing appropriately...I met wonderful shop owners whom I communicated with. On my last day, I went to a few of the stores I had bought from...they offered me 50 percent off everything in the store. It was one of the most amazing trips I have ever taken.

Im in Egypt right now in a 5 star hotel and I thought here I can eat everything with no worries.. guys I was wrong I’ve never been this sick be careful eat only what’s been cooked, peeled or boiled. Especially if u don’t travel often :)

Do I need PCr before I leave Egypt. Even though my country doesn't need?

Heyy I’m egyptian and liked your video but i have to say something you got wrong that you won’t get food poisoning from eating from any of the restaurants most of them are clean so don’t worry and cairo is safer than what most of people think just don’t go to shady allies but most of your video was correct and thankyouu for promoting our country

love your video! thanks for the info! around how much was the trip from Cairo to Luxor on the Nile (USD)? thanks in advance!

A MASSIVE Thank you for sharing your experience & invaluable advice .

I've been to Egypt twice I never went on a tour, I watch lots of videos on Egypt not conventional nonsense I rented a bicycle in Luxor and biked to the Valley of the Kings and explored off the beaten track. We may rent a car when we go with my family.

As an Egyptian that has traveled across Egypt, the US, and Europe, I can say that this video is mostly accurate. I would just like to point out 2 things: 1) wearing normal shorts is absolutely fine (I’ve done that all my life) especially when you are touring the hot desert and relaxing in the humid sea resorts. 2) The Egyptian police is very safe and peaceful. Even though the revolution was only 11 years ago, security in Egypt (especially in the touristic sites) is so safe and the officers are very peaceful. I would also like to add a few points: Don’t worry too much about doing anything wrong or offending any cultural traditions (as long as it’s not a crime) because most Egyptians are sympathetic and understand that foreigners have very different cultures. Also, like the video states, refrain from eating just any food in the streets because it might result in food poisoning. As long as you eat in a restaurant or fast food chain that has clean food, don’t worry. I hope to anyone reading this to come to Egypt! It is really a beautiful country that has sadly been demonetized by many media sectors. Hope to see u soon!!

Thanks, we'll be there in November!! Can't wait, one more off the bucket list!!

Im an American woman and I take a group of people on a tour of Egypt once a year....and I've been going to Egypt since 1981. It's a fantastic place to visit! Never have we ever been in a dangerous or unsafe position! Vendors are the same anywhere ....they hawk their wares trying to get you to buy....so what ? Politely say no thanks and keep walking. No one grabs you into their store or forces you to buy and of course.....you must Bargain !! I tell my people if you don't want to bargain. ..Ill be happy to do it for you ! This is fun.....not be "be warned" in a scary hushed voice like this woman says. This is a third world country which has millions of people crammed into cities, its noisy, tons of traffic yet the people are the most friendly and hospitable and the sights to see, the Pyramids, Temples, the Nile 4 night 5 day cruise, the shopping and So Much More to see is Definitely......Definitely a must see !!!! Visiting Egypt is a Trip of a Lifetime !!!

Great photography. Thanks!

Well as an egyptian you have been spot on on many advices but here are things you have misinterpreted. 1- Egypt have been always a really safe country with the exception of the period between 2011 and 2015. Cause this is what happens in revolutions, a power vacuum happens and law enforcment weakens. But thankfully we have recovered from it. now things are really safe especially for tourists, if something bad happens to a tourist national security agencies here get involved and everyone knows it. So no one will mess with tourists. Just avoid slums and ghettos like you do in any country and you will be fine. 2- just don't wear anything that is too much revealing, see through or too tight wether man or woman so you won't attract too much attention. Just wear T Shirts, pants, bermuda shorts etc.. No thighs, cleavage or tummies basically. But if you're at sea side tourist destinations it's fine to dress as you like and the locals see it as normal. 3- street sellers and scammers are a problem for both local tourists and foreigners alike unfortunately, just say thank you and keep going. 4- there are tons of content on youtube of sole travelers visiting egypt, be sure to check it out, really helpful. "Doug bernard" is one of the most accurate tourist who have captured Egypt. 5- we egyptians are loud, emotional, extroverts and are not that much keen on personal space and privacy so don't take it as being an aggressive behaviour it's just who we are. But if you're in any kind of trouble the majority of people around you will offer assistance. 6- you won't get food poisoning from local food shops or tap water. Egypt has many food choices with different price ranges. Ranging from egyptian food to lebanese to jordanian to syrian to italian to greek to sushi to chinese to thai to american just google where is the nearest shop at and call them and they will deliver it wherever you are and most shops open till 1 or even 2 am. 7- egypt is a country of great contrast, where the old meets the new, where a 5000 old building are 10 mins drive away from a 20 year old modern city housing millions, where the biggist malls in the middle east with global brands are in the same city as 1000 years old bazaar areas. Where it has niche night clubs and a buzzing night life and where mosques get filled on friday and churches gets filled on sunday. Greater Cairo is a megalopolis 100km+ diameter, some parts of it looks like new delhi, others like istanbul, other like Baghdad, other like moscow. This is what 5000 years of continuous growth in a country that boarders tgree continents looks like. Be sure to ensemble all of it.

Thinking of going there solo in january! Will hire a guide to visit the pyramids in Cairo. Hope everything goes well

super helpful video!

I honestly want to tell you that I'm relieved watching this. I watched other videos of people who visited Egypt and I was scared asf. I'll be visiting Cairo soon

When in Egypt at the airport recently , the passengers went through security not twice but three times ,

Well as an Egyptian I am happy you enjoyed you’re time in Egypt

Thanks!

Thanks for for the video. We will be traveling to Egypt this March on gate 1.

try not to go with these organized trips just make your plans get to know Egyptian friends they will tell you what to do and not to do even it might be even more exciting , no one tells you what is ur schedule are + with Egyptian friend you will interact more with locals they are very friendly and won't get scammed like you see with other vloggers

I have traveled solo twice to Egypt and ready for the third. The most enjoyable ecperiences. Groups and guides, no thanks😉

We can't wait ... May May.Thanks for the video

This was so helpful! Thank you!

I completely disagree about needing a tour. Egypt could appear scary if you haven't traveled abroad. If you have, and you use common sense a solo female can do Egypt. Luxor and Aswan are extremely safe. Some areas are not. Just research before you go and hire private guides for the day if needed. Tours are expensive and you are stuck with a group. Not my cup of tea, but everyone is different.

One word word about safety: Walking during the night in Aswan or Luxor felt 10 times safer than e.g. in Chicago. I've been to Egypt almost every year and got the expression that the Egyptian are more afraid about your safety then we are. Never have I felt physically threatened. Biggest safety issue is traffic, so be careful. On the other other hand vendors are often times desperate and very pushy, so remain strong but don't be unpolite.

Thank you so much for expertise and documentation.

Thank you so much, it helps me, how to pack for my upcoming trip.🙏

Very useful tips! Visiting Egypt is one of my dreams, someday I'll go there! 😃

Good video 👍 Mirrors what my partner said about his experience of visiting Egypt. Would love to go some day.

Can anyone give me some advice on where to find an appropriate guide?

I would love to go there this year can you please tell me to get into the country do you need a covid vaccine or do you have to take a covid test? And also when you leave do you need another one?

I just got back from Egypt. Went to Cairo, Luxor and Alexandria. It's a heavy tip/tourism country so beware. They will try and upcharge you if you're American. Our guide told them we were Nigerian lol. We ate at various restaurants and were fine. I felt safe with and without the guide.

I am a tall white Canadian male. I was on a multi-disciplinary Archaeology dig based on Dakla oasis, then travelled alone taking local transport (bus) from Karga to Assyut, then train or bus to Luxor, where i spent 6 days in the cheapest hotel I could find, and took the local ferry to the West Bank, where I caught a local little bus. Egyptians were wonderful and sweet and helpful. Gave me advice on catching the bus and in one case, two soldiers on a crowded bus squeezed together and actually pulled me down so I had somewhere to sit! The only jerks were some pompous officials and touts selling tourist trinkets on the corniche. When they had given me a bad impression, I'd disappear into the back streets and buy toothpast or something. it was fun trying to communicate and the kiosk people loved to teach me Arabic. I also felt safer in Luxor or Cairo than in some places in NYC, Toronto (my home), parts of LA, Miami, and Philadelphia. Because I had a little Arabic (I studed my Lonely planet guidebook! easy enough) I was asked if was Israeli! I drank bottled water and didnt order salad and never got sick. I was there for the culture and the pople and the history. Sometimes I maybe paid $2.00 more than a local. Big damned deal. All Canadians & Yanks are rich compared to Egyptians and we are blessed to be able to travel there. If I was a woman, I would follow all the advice give by other commenters here. Or find an Egyptian woman to travel with.

Planning to visit Egypt soon for 5 days.. whats the best and cheap way to go from cairo to sharm al shaikh?

A question please During your stay do you keep your passport with you as ID at all the time when you are out ? Or do you keep it in the hotel and just have a copy of it? My concern is I may lose it and I’ll be in trouble coming back home but in the same time I need an ID and the passport is an ID since you are not local Egyptian citizen with ID

I`m not sure how to take your advice about safety and precautions, I`ve been to Egypt more than twice, last time was April 2022, and that was as a solo black woman traveling alone. I think Egypt is safer than other countries I`ve visited, having said that, I do not stay in guest houses, hostels or Airbnb, I stay in hotels,but I do the traveling alone with only the driver I hire. In my opinion, the real issue in Egypt are the hawkers/sellers or whatever they call themselves, they are relentless and just too many of them,on the streets of Egypt, you can not have a minute`s peace without someone trying to sell you somethign. Will I advice anyone to travely to Egypt? absolutely, as said, my last time there was just months ago, I`ve never had any negative experience there even though I'm a black woman traveling solo, not speaking a single word Arabic and stuff like that

Btw, yes the police will most likely keep a eye on you if your solo and they HAVE the authority to detain you if you don’t cooperate with them, if your asking why then that because of the 2013 bombing when a German kept on saying he can’t understand them so they let him go, 1 week later he bombed a bus, so yes they are friendly but you gotta try your best to cooperate with them, or just travel with a group.

Anyone, What your company you suggest? First time, would you say go in Nile boat or stay on land to see more sites pyramids and runes, 🐫 art 🖼 museums??

What tour group did you use and what airline?

I'm an Egyptian living abroad. And I have to say that your video is really objective, informative, and empathetic. However, dress code is a bit subjective coz in other neighbourhoods it's pretty fine to wear shorts, but they aren't the typical tourist sites

Would like too clarify it is safe to travel with no tour or tour guide and will share liks for recent vlogers travelling alone in Egypt

Hello and thank you for uploading this video. I too will be visiting Egypt in late November from California. I missed the part about booking a tour guide ahead of time? Could it also work out when I check in to my hotel and set up tour there? Areas I am mainly interested are the Giza pyramids, the Nile cruise, historical museum and Al-Azhar university. Thank you for any tips.

Thank you for sharing!

Egyptian here, thank you for stating the facts as they are

You can wear whatever you want in Egypt. Some people may look and catcall, depending on what neighborhood you're in but you can absolutely wear whatever you please. I don't understand where do you all get this information from.

Good advice about the water and food. I was born in Egypt; caught Amoebia.

Great tips thank you

What tour company did you use?

Visited Egypt in 1995 was an awesome experience. Stayed in the Sheraton Hotel overlooking the Nile. On arrival we had forgotten about changing our watches to the local time only to be called saying it was time for our night cruise on the Nile with dinner. It was a dinner with a belly dancing show and lovely music.It lasted for 3 hours which started with the sun setting which was amazing. Visited all the museums and sites. The pyramids were phenomenal especially the night experience with all the lighting reflecting the wonders of these huge pyramids. The classical music that came forth made it more spectacular. The only thing I wasn't used to how people rode in the roads,as it wasn't wide but if you could squeeze yourself in you just went through. Soldiers with rifles at the corners of some streets were a bit scary for me but we chose not to go that side again. The heat was a bit too much in the museum as there was no air conditioning only little fans on chairs. Our stay was only 4 days and we had to cramp in as much as possible. Having a good tour guide was just great,she was very nice and spoke fluent English. I will always treasure my visit in Egypt. 👍👍👏

Hi. How much is the Nile cruise? Thinking about going over there from ATLANTA

Thank you for the tip 😇🤍

Thank you! Although I don’t think people living a more rural or agricultural life are in the past…. How else would we be able to have everything we do in more urban areas? 😋 just because we might be from more industrialized areas doesn’t mean that’s the only Present. Truly appreciated your insight and experience!

Wonderful video. Nice creation. Great work friend.

What month you were in Egypt? Winter time? I plan to visit Egypt in January?.what outfits I should bring with me? Please, let me know your experience . Thank you!

Interesting content. Keep it up and enjoy guys after all life is impermanent. Tashi Delek!

Great story! A few comments, having lived there. 1/ Many people tour on their own there, all the time. It is a thing. 2/ your right, don't drink the tap water. Don't drink it in Greece or anywhere else for that matter. I caught typhoid in Galilee from tap water. 3/ Street food, it is amazing! I have had food poisoning several times, all in North America, restaurant and big chain fast food. Trick when you are travelling is eat where the locals eat, if there is a lineup, it is as safe as it gets. Many places to eat amazing food in Egypt. Being on a guided tour does not help that. 4/ Best thing about self touring is you get to meet the people.

Thank for sharing I enjoyed ur videos 👍 Happy to see u friend and good luck

Good Info, thanks :)

How was it with the pandemic? Are people using face covers? Is the covid test required? Thank you for sharing!

We loved Egypt but found the street sellers as absolute pain in the neck. They were very pushy, persistent and some were openly aggressive. We appreciate that they need to make money but they almost ruined our holiday. We will not be returning 😕😥😨

I was just in Cairo for one week and as a guy I can say it was totally safe. Egyptians are some of the friendliest and most welcoming people of any country I have visited. I was traveling alone and never once felt unsafe..I met some very interesting people by just being open and friendly myself....

Great Video. Thank You.

Great video ❤️

Many loves from Egypt ❤️🎁🥳 Thank you so much Wonderful video

I miss Alexandria so much I hope that one day I can visit Egypt

Excellent video!

I am planning on traveling solo to Egypt, taking some tours for sites but also just going to explore. I have done alot of research, and am planning on doing more research in the next 6 months before I plan to go. Im a 6'5 Tattooed white American. You think ill be fine? or will I just draw extra attention.

I think what she means is women don't travel alone

Weather in the 60’s is pretty pleasant for me, definitely not scarf weather

Brilliant vid

Very good video. Thx.

Thank you so much ! I’m planning my trip for February and this was extremely helpful !!

As far as safety anywhere in the world, I have felt the safest in Japan. That being said, most other countries I don't think it is wise to be alone as a woman.

What travel company did you use or recommend?

Great Video Welcome to our loved land Egypt 😍

Egyptians are very nice people and friendly and hospitality despite of political events it has gone through I'm Egyptian

As an Egyptian, I gotta tell you that we wear shorts normally in the summer 😁

Nice! Thanks

Thank Youuu!!!