Adventure Across The Nile River With Flight From Bogota

The best season to visit Egypt is from September to March, you can enjoy a less hot season and appreciate the wonders that this beautiful place has to offer. During the summer (from mid-May to late August) the heat is usually overwhelming, so it is recommended to take your precautions and go prepared.

The climate in Egypt is dry. Egypt does not receive much rainfall, except in the winter months south of Cairo. Average temperatures range from 15º in winter to 50º in the desert during the summer months, with the Nile Delta area averaging 26º.

The experience begins with your arrival in Cairo after boarding the plane in Bogota. The airport transfer is only included upon your arrival in Cairo and your return from Cairo.

There is no mandatory medical requirement to enter the country; however, it is recommended that when traveling to Egypt you are up to date with routine vaccinations, among which are the MMR vaccine, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio and varicella. It is necessary to present a COVID-19 test with a negative result with a maximum issue date of 48 hours, as well as a vaccination certificate, however, it is necessary to consult the restrictions prior to your trip since they vary constantly.

The official currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound, we recommend you to bring your change in Euros since in many places in Egypt they accept this currency; in case they do not accept it you can change it upon arrival at the airport or in some hotels. ###In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Mexican Pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=EGP&To=MXN ###MX In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Colombian Pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=EGP&To=COP Note: The exchange rate may vary depending on the bank or exchange house where it is processed.

Travel insurance (mandatory), entrance fees (approx. 125 USD), tips (approx. 40 USD), meals not indicated in the itinerary, drinks, snacks and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry).

For this experience it is mandatory to travel with a complete travel insurance that covers accidents, medical expenses, repatriation, flight delays, etc. It is also suggested to have luggage insurance in case of loss or theft. Before starting the tour we will ask for proof of travel insurance, otherwise it will not be possible to continue the experience.

Groups are limited to a maximum of 40 people, always respecting the sanitation rules during the tour.

Depending on the day and date of your experience. Once the scheduled activities are over, you will generally be able to enjoy some free time to relax and take pictures. This time will be communicated by the guide at the beginning of your experience.

After the programmed activities and according to the date of your experience you have free time. Besides sharing with your fellow students and enjoying the hotel facilities we recommend you some of the activities we have in the "extras" section. In Cairo you can: Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (the new museum), Tahrir Square, Khan al-Khalili Bazaar, the Coptic Quarter, among other places. We also recommend you to enjoy the Egyptian gastronomy in typical restaurants.

The experience includes 1 lunch, 1 lunch box, 2 dinners, 7 breakfasts. All hotels have a buffet breakfast, the dishes in the buffet allow you to choose between continental breakfast and typical breakfast food in Egypt such as falafel, beans, fruits and vegetables. The felucca includes typical food such as baked potatoes, falafel, rice, vegetables and more, it also includes dessert such as Baklava. Most of the options are vegetarian. The BoxLunch includes sandwiches, fruit, a snack such as chips, juice, yogurt, among other foods. You can choose where you want to eat during free time. As long as we are on the tour, it would not be possible as we have to follow the itinerary times. In addition, all the restaurants that we go to previously must be authorized by the Ministry of Tourism. You cannot change your itinerary for security reasons, so you are accompanied by a security officer for the entire trip.

The price varies according to the establishment, it is suggested to bring between 15-25 USD per day for meals.

The hotels during this experience are comfortable and have very good service. Cairo: Hotel Oasis Pyramids or similar to Hotel Swiss Inn. Journey from Cairo to Aswan: Overnight on board bus with A/C and reclining seat* Aswan: Hotel Basma or similar to Hotel Helnan. Luxor: Hotel Lotus or similar Steigenberger luxor Hotel. Hurghada: Hotel Caves Resort or hotel complex similar to Samra Bay. Rooms in double or triple occupancy. If 1 person travels without a companion, they share a double room with another travel companion. If 2 people travel in the same reservation they have a private double room. If 3 people travel in the same reservation, they have a triple private room. *Optional to take a flight from Cairo to Aswan (with a supplement, consult the 'extras' section), with this option you sleep in Aswan and do not spend the night on the bus. *Optional to change the bus from Cairo to Aswan by train, with this option you sleep in a shared cabin with 3 other people. Each cabin has 2 liters. NOTE: Always indicate in notes to provider the type of room and accommodation that is required.

Yes it is possible, 40% do. Remember that you will be sharing a room with another person. If you prefer to have your own private room (except in the Falucca and during the bus nights) you must add the optional extra.

Minors from 5 to 11 years old must be accompanied by at least 2 adults of legal age in the same reservation and sharing the room during the tour. Minors must be added in the extras tab and each adult (12 years and older) must pay the mandatory Family Plan Extra. In this way, the appropriate changes will be made to make the experience suitable for minors. If traveling with children from 12 to 15 years old, each one must add the "Travel with Family Adult (12 years old or older) Min. 2" extra and be accompanied by at least 1 responsible adult (18 years old or older) during the tour. Most of the travelers of this experience are between 18 and 30 years old, as it is a bit heavy itinerary. During the night on the falucca (sailing the Nile) they share accommodation with other guests in a "bed" made of mats, travelers usually swim in the Nile, play cards, dance, drink and if the weather permits sing songs by the campfire on the banks of the Nile River. The above mentioned rate is for travelers from 16 to 60 years old.

The experience begins and ends at the Benito Juarez International Airport in Mexico City. The first and last night will be spent in Cairo, check our extras section if you wish or need to add previous nights in this city.

You will have access to Wi-Fi in common areas of the hotel. However, it is recommended to purchase a SIM card upon arrival in Egypt in order to have cellular coverage and ensure that you are connected to the Internet at all times. The internet is usually open; however, there is not always good speed or it is expensive to acquire in hotels. Having a signal or internet on cruise ships is not always possible.

Yes, you will be able to charge your electronic devices in the hotels.

In Egypt the common voltage is 220 V. The frequency is 50 Hz. The plugs and sockets are type C / F for round inputs, so you may need an adapter.

On the first day you should arrive at the El Dorado International Airport in Bogota (BOG) at least 3 hours before the departure time of your flight to Cairo.

A good physical condition is required, as you will be doing a lot of walking and traveling at night.

The last day is exclusively for your return, according to your flight schedule you have the transfer to Cairo International Airport (CAI). The time will depend on your flight itinerary.

You need to have a comprehensive travel insurance that covers any eventuality such as delayed or cancelled flights, as well as major medical insurance for any type of emergency.

It is suggested to bring clothes for the heat, and some clothes for the cold since at night the temperature drops a lot. Long sleeves are suggested for the falucca ride. Women should wear clothes that avoid showing part of their body and that are not tight-fitting, out of respect for the Egyptian culture. Legs and arms should be completely covered when visiting a mosque. Shorts and short-sleeved shirts may be worn at tourist sites. When traveling in the falucca it is suggested to bring a sheet and sleeping bag, especially for winter (November to February). It is also suggested to bring sunscreen, hat, small towel and other personal hygiene items.

It is advisable to travel light with a suitcase or backpack weighing no more than 20 kilos.

It is necessary to check directly with your country's embassy to confirm if there are any visa requirements. This will depend on your nationality. It is also important that the passport has at least six months validity from the return of the trip. ###MX Mexican citizens with an ordinary passport DO require a visa. You can pay for the visa upon arrival at the airport in Cairo and other ports of entry, but it is suggested to obtain the visa at the Egyptian Embassy closest to your place of residence to avoid setbacks. The cost is between 500 and 700 Mexican pesos. Find more information in the following link: https://guiadelviajero.sre.gob.mx/103-ficha-de-paises/321-egipto ###CO Colombian citizens with ordinary passports DO require a visa. You can pay for the visa upon arrival at Cairo airport and other ports of entry, but it is suggested to obtain the visa at the nearest Egyptian Embassy to your place of residence to avoid any inconveniences. The cost is between $25 and 50 USD. Find more information in the following link:https://egipto.embajada.gov.co/node/240

Yes, the experience includes round trip international flights from Mexico City to Cairo in economy class. Flights include one checked bag of maximum 20 kilos.

You will know the route, date and time of your flights no later than 7 days before the beginning of your experience. It is important to take into account that you may need a day before or after your experience to be able to take the flight.

The flight can be operated by British Airways, Air France, KLM, Turkish Airlines, Air Canada, Lufthansa, among others.

Airline tickets will be sent by the Local Adventures team to each traveler no later than 1 week before your departure. Please check your email.

It is a night train with the ERW line. The cabins have a small sink and 2 bunk beds, so you share the stay with 3 more people. The journey takes approximately 12 hours. Check the extras section to know the charge for changing from bus to train.

The flight from Cairo to Aswan is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes and includes one (1) piece of luggage weighing 15 kilos. By including this change you have included the transfers Hotel - Airport - Hotel. depending on the flight departure time you will have an extra night in Cairo or Aswan. Flight times are generally 8:30 PM on day 2 or 3:00 AM on day 3, depending on availability. See the extras section to know the charge for changing from Bus to Flight To avoid possible problems with the extra baggage, you will have to consider an additional charge that the airline indicates. If at the destination the guide accepts to take the luggage on the bus or the hotel accepts possible to leave the luggage in a safe until your return, it will be at your own risk. We cannot guarantee it from its origin.

The bus for internal transfers has A/C, reclining seats, two access doors (one in the front and one in the middle) and a bathroom (sink and toilet). The windows are panoramic style to enjoy the scenery. During the hottest seasons you can buy bottled water directly on the bus. It has capacity for approximately 40 passengers and special spaces for luggage storage.

They are small sailing boats (usually they can carry between 8 and 10 passengers, plus a couple of people as crew) and in this itinerary you spend one night in this boat. They have 2 levels, the first is a large space where you eat and sleep, you also find a half bathroom (no shower). The second floor or space is a small terrace where you can take amazing pictures at sunset and party with your companions and guide. The crew puts small mattresses on the second floor for the night and you are given sheets to cover yourselves. We recommend that you bring your own sleeping bag in case you get cold. The Faluca does not allow children under 16 years old for safety measures and possible night parties.

You board the phalucca in Aswan on day 4. You enjoy the scenery of the Nile River while sailing; the captain will anchor on some occasions to take breaks, stretch your legs, take your meals and of course jump into the Nile River, a once in a lifetime experience. If necessary you can use one of the floats. The food included is typical Egyptian and consists of mainly vegetarian dishes such as falafel, baked potatoes, hummus, Arabic bread, rice, and much more, you can also eat some desserts such as Baklava (contains pistachios and nuts) and fruits. At night you can relax, enjoy traditional Bedouin music and party. You sleep together with your fellow travelers on mattresses on the bottom of the falucca because there are no rooms on the boat. The bathroom is also shared and consists of a sink and toilet. The next day you will sail early in the morning to visit the temple of Kom Ombo with the local guide. Your luggage is stored in a special compartment for suitcases and backpacks. The tour group is divided into 8 passengers per falucca.