Planning Your Holiday to Egypt on a Budget
56Finding the best bang for the buck on your upcoming vacation to Egypt can be tedious. Taking into consideration the cheap prices when you finally make it to Egypt, the marvelous historical landmarks that you will visit, and the different culture and traditions you will have the pleasure of experiencing, the effort that you spend finding cheap travel arrangements pays off. It also leaves you more money to spend on souvenirs and trinkets bought at the local bazaars.
First of all, is your passport and VISA secured? You won’t be traveling out of the country to Egypt, or back into the US for that matter, if you have not acquired your passport. A 30-day VISA can be acquired for $15 at the airport when you arrive in Egypt. US citizens are also encouraged to register with the nearest US Embassy or Consulate to be kept up-to-date on the latest security and travel information.
An airplane ticket to Egypt is probably the most exorbitant expenditure that you will face when planning your holiday. Consider consulting a travel agent for suggestions about cheap airline tickets and hotel stay packages. If you choose to do the research yourself, the following websites are helpful: www.expedia.com, www.cheapflights.com/flights-to-egypt/, or www.tripadvisor.com/Flights-g294200-Egypt-cheap_Discount_Airfares.html. Consider a travel package that accommodates and encompasses all your needs. It could be a full package for a certain amount of people, including flights, hotels, a tour guide, and possibly even meals.
You can hire a local tour guide to help you find your way around Egypt for less than $30 per day. You may only want to do this for a day or two, while visiting the major sights. The tour guide will know the fastest, cheapest ways to maneuver around the city and the tips and tricks that only the locals know. If you are utilizing an agent that is putting together a package for you, consider a guided tour package. The cost of your guide will be included already in your package.
If the need for a taxi occurs, be sure you are aware of the rates for taxi service. If you are not Egyptian, taxi drivers may assume that you are a tourist (which you are) and you have a lot of money (which you probably don’t). You could merely ask the receptionist at your hotel or a waiter at a restaurant what the typical charge for taxis run.
During the planning stages of your trip, remember that the economy plays an important part of travel. If economic times are slow, travel rates could be cheaper in order to entice people into travelling. Shop around for the best deals, and package compare with several companies. I have often received a quote from a travel agent and presented to another to see if they could provide me with the same package at a lower price. Furnish the travel agents with your budget, what must be included in the budget, and you’re on your way to saving on those amazing cheap holidays to Egypt.
