Egypt
Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Nile cruises, and ancient temples of Luxor and Aswan. 5,000 years of civilization in one unforgettable destination.
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💸Estimated cost for Egypt
Real-time surcharge applied (flight +15% / lodging +5%)
Elevated jet fuel + weak JPY: real prices running ~+15% vs baseline
Updated: 2026-05-16
3N4D Budget
$1,212.03〜
Hostel + self-catering
3N4D Mid
$1,296.45〜
Mid hotel + dining out
3N4D Comfort
$1,493.43〜
Upscale hotel + tours
* Rough estimate: round-trip from Tokyo ¥172,500 + local costs. Actual prices vary widely by season
Local time · Cairo
17:43
Mon · 2026-07-06
vs your local +3h
Your time: 14:43 (Mon)
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Quick Facts
Entry & Visa
* Information for Japanese passport holders. Other nationalities may differ.
eVisa available (~$25). Visa on arrival also possible for some nationalities. Passport must have 6 months validity.
Visa
evisa
Max stay
30 days
Passport
6 months
💬 Language
Arabic is official. English widely spoken in tourism. Most tour guides and hotel staff speak English. French also understood by some.
🚆 Transport
Domestic flights. Nile cruise boats. Cairo metro. Uber in Cairo. Trains between Cairo, Luxor, Aswan. Minibuses.
💳 Payment
Cash dominant. ATMs available. Credit cards at hotels and larger establishments. Egyptian Pound. Baksheesh (tipping) culture is strong.
📋 Travel Basics
Desert climate (extremely hot in summer). Tap water not safe. Persistent touts at tourist sites — be firm but polite. Dress modestly. Cairo traffic is legendary.
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✓ Last checked: 2026-07-06Source last updated: 2026-03-28
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