Egypt

a zone travel hosted trip to Cairo, luxor, hurghada…and more!

june 4-15, 2023

OPTIONAL add-on to Siwa oasis

june 15-18, 2023

Siwa oasis add-on

TRAVEL DETAILS

REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE CAREFULLY! INACCURATE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN TRAVEL DELAYS AND/OR CHANGE FEES.

(Please submit one registration form per household -max 4 people per registration form)

F.A.Q.

ARRIVAL in cairo

One of the representatives will meet us at the arrival area and will escort us trough customs, assist during the visa process and help with baggage claims.

During our stay we will have a air-conditioned VIP transport.

Tourist visa to enter egypt

United States Citizens are required to obtain a tourist visa to enter Egypt. Our partner team ( on ground in Egypt ) has already applied for your visa for you. This special assistance is included in the trip package. The cost of the visa is also included in the trip package. Once you provide us your passport information there is nothing else you need to do. Our airport assistant will give you your visa upon arrival at Cairo airport.

IMPORTANT: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip dates.

Note: If any airport staff in the USA try to question you about the VISA, simply remind them that Egypt is a "VISA on Arrival" country and you have it arranged already through your tour company.

MONEY AND CURRENCY IN Egypt

The Egyptian Pound ( EGP ) is the currency of Egypt. Right now, approximately 15.68 Egyptian Pounds equal $1 US Dollar . Some local markets will accept US dollars but they must be crisp / mint condition. You can also tip in EGP but bills should be crisp.

gratuity

It is customary to tip (in Egyptian Pounds or US dollars) the following people:

• Your airport representative

• Anyone that helps handling your luggage

• Restaurant servers

• Your guide. Do this at the end of our trip

• Your drivers

• Your camel guide

• Restroom people. You may need to tip to use the public restroom at some of the sites. This is usually 1- 2 EGP or one USD $1 if easier.

important travel tips

Bathrooms:

1. Bring tissue in your bag. Many public toilets don't have toilet paper.

2. You may need to tip to use the public bathrooms at some sites ( 1- 2 EGP or one USD $1 if easier ) 

3. Many of the bathrooms at temple sites are like "Port-a-Potties." It's just part of the experience but bring hand sanitizer and anything else you may need.

Electricity:

1. Egypt operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.

2. For charging things like phones & iPads, you will need an adapter.

3. Hair Dryers are provided in the hotels so you won't need to bring one. Depending on your accommodation.

4. For appliances like shavers, flat irons and curling wands; you will need a converter ( in addition to an adapter.)

How to Dress:

As in most Middle Eastern countries, all guests should have shoulders and knees covered when out in public , especially when visiting Holy Sites. On our River Cruise and hotel you can dress as you wish. At the pyramids, dress is a little more casual since it is a very touristy location i.e. tank tops would be ok.

Water:

It is very important not to drink the tap water in Egypt. Please only drink bottled water. The same goes for brushing your teeth ( even at nice hotels.) It is advised to brush your teeth with bottled water. If you are dining at restaurants outside of your hotel- be mindful that the dishes have been thoroughly cleaned / dried before eating off of them. Your guide can advise you which restaurants use modern cleaning systems. Your guide will know which street food places are safe to visit. ( Please also try to avoid dairy products that have been sitting out i.e. yoghurt or similar at salad bars)

United States embassy in cairo

Address: 5 Tawfik Diab St, Qasr Ad Dobarah, Qasr El Nil, Cairo Governorate 11451, Egypt

Phone: +20 2 27973300

Website: https://eg.usembassy.gov/

Can I pay by Zelle?

Yes!

We started taking Zelle payments last month and we found this to be a fast and FREE way to pay!
For those who don’t know what Zelle is… it is very much like a wire transfer (but it is not a wire transfer).

Everyone’s bank is different, though, so you may want to call/go in to your local bank and ask to have the maximum amount available to transfer every day.

Example: Some banks only allow $500/day transfer. Other banks will allow $1200/day.

Always be careful when making payments through Zelle to people that you do not know. There is no protection guarantee provided and you cannot reverse the fee.

The Pros for using Zelle:

• It is FREE (no processing fees)!

• It is instantaneous (funds will go directly to Zone Travel- so this is the absolute fastest way to make a payment)

The Cons for using Zelle:

• Every bank is different when it comes to maximum amount available to be transferred every day. So, this may mean that you need to make multiple payments to Zone Travel, multiple days in a row.

• It does require an app download onto your phone, and you need to set up your account with your bank information.

Can I pay by check?

Yes!

If you would like to avoid the 4%processing fees, you may pay by check.
It is very important that you pay in advance of the deadlines and allow ample time for delivery.

You can make checks payable to “Zone Travel”

Please mail your checks (allowing 3-5 business days for delivery - PRIOR to deadline) to:
Zone Travel
PO Box 12052
Columbus, OH 43212

Payments received after the deadline could result in cancelation of your reservation or increased fees.

Pricing details

price Per Person: 

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL:

$3200 (double occupancy)
(pricing for single, triple or quad occupancy available upon request)

SIWA OASIS ADD-ON:

Prices are TBD and will be updated shortly- but you can still let us know if you’re interested on the Registration Form.

*All pricing & availability is subject to change until completed through the booking process. If your vacation package includes airfare, baggage fees may be an additional cost. For international travel, a passport book is required. Most locations require at least 6 months before expiration on your passport, as well as 2 blank visa pages. Please make sure to have the correct and updated documents if applicable. If you have a criminal background, you are responsible for knowing the travel restrictions pertaining to the offense.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Ground Transportation

  • all ground that is included in the itinerary description

• Hotel/Villa accommodations

  • Cairo (3 nights + 1 night at the end)

  • Nile River Cruise (3 nights)

  • Luxor (1 night)

  • Hurghada (3 nights)

• Some Meals

  • Breakfast each day

  • Welcome Dinner

  • Farewell Dinner

  • daily meals onboard the cruise

• Most taxes and fees

  • Service fees and commissions (NON REFUNDABLE)

  • Current VAT- if this fee changes, we will need to collect additional charges.

NOT INCLUDED

• Siwa Oasis- extension

• Incidental charges 

• 4% processing fee per payment (if paying w/credit card)

• Local taxis

• Most meals/beverages (unless included in the itinerary)

• Tips

  • Local guides (recommended at least $5/pp)

• Optional Travel Insurance *DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING- PLEASE REVIEW THE DETAILS OF EACH PLAN THOROUGHLY

  • Basic (starting at $153)

    • Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Cancel for Anytime (starting at $289)

    • Please Note: Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Other insurance options are available, if you have questions or want more coverage options, please let us know at time of booking.

SUGGESTED PAYMENT SCHEDULE

There are three payment options available to you. 
*Payment schedule does not include insurance costs. Insurance is due with initial payment. 

Option 1: Full payment (plus insurance)- due immediately
(Most affordable overall)

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

Option 2: One payment will be due by December 1, 2022 and the second payment will be due no later than March 1.

Payment 1: $800 + insurance (optional)
Payment 2: Balance due

(There will be a one time $50 fee per person, for this delayed payment option)
(More than 2 payments are not allowed without a 10% administrative fee per payment)
NOTE: If you choose the Cancel Anytime insurance, it will be due with your first payment. If you choose Basic insurance, you can choose to add that payment on at any time prior to departure of your trip; however, please note that you will not be covered for any changes or cancelations until you purchase this policy. It is illegal to purchase insurance with the knowledge and intent that you will be changing or canceling your trip.)

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

***SPECIAL: IF YOU PAY THIS TRIP IN FULL BY DECEMBER 31, YOU WILL NOT HAVE TO PAY THE $50/PP FEE!***

Option 3: Monthly payments are due, please see the suggested payment schedules below.

(There will be a one time $50 fee per person, in addition to a 10% admin fee per payment for this delayed payment option)
NOTE: If you choose the Cancel Anytime insurance, it will be due with your first payment. If you choose Basic insurance, you can choose to add that payment on at any time prior to departure of your trip; however, please note that you will not be covered for any changes or cancelations until you purchase this policy. It is illegal to purchase insurance with the knowledge and intent that you will be changing or canceling your trip.)

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

***SPECIAL: IF YOU PAY THIS TRIP IN FULL BY DECEMBER 31, YOU WILL NOT HAVE TO PAY THE $50/PP FEE!***

Double Occupancy:

(price per person)
Nov 1: $880 + Insurance (suggested)
Dec 1: $660
Jan 1: $710
Feb 1: $660
Mar 1: $660

REGISTRATION 

• A completed registration form (one per household -max 4 people per registration form)

  • If you have more than 4 people from the same household going on this trip, please fill out multiple forms, as the maximum per form is a 4 people.

FINAL PAYMENT

• Payments not received on time will result in reservation cancellation without refund.

• Additional bookings after the final payment deadline may result in higher prices, less availability and additional administrative fees.

• Fee amounts imposed are at the discretion of Zone Travel.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation in writing must be received by Zone Travel 60 days prior to departure for appropriate refund on the land tour cost minus the following fees:

• Commissions and Travel insurance are non-refundable.

Zone Travel LLC and its cooperative destination incur unrecoverable charges preparing for your trip therefore, no refunds if cancellations occur less than 60 days before departure. Cancellations more than 60 days prior to departure are based on individual group bookings per the outlined confirmation document you receive.

We sell a variety of travel related products from different suppliers and service providers ("Suppliers"). Each Supplier has its own terms and condition that are applicable to your particular arrangements in addition to our general terms and conditions, and you should make sure you understand them.

Zone Travel is acting as intermediary or a "Booking Agent" for products and services that are not directly supplied by us (e.g., air carriage and ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, tours, cruises, etc.). We are not a co-vendor of such products and services. You will be entering into a separate contract with such Suppliers in connection with such products and services.

By making payments to Zone Travel for this trip you are agreeing to all Terms and Conditions listed on the Zone Travel website.

Vendor Cancel policy: Each vendor has their own policies, which we have to apply. This information may vary and is listed in full detail on the contract signed for each vendor.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel Insurance

TRAVEL INSURANCE - AVAILABLE FOR ALL USA CITIZENS - DUE WITH INITIAL PAYMENT

Zone Travel LLC strongly suggests purchasing Trip Cancellation insurance. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider as most U.S. medical coverage will not cover you outside of the country.

Insurance costs are based on the total package cost, including air taxes and charges listed under "Included."

Approximate amounts can be given at time of reservation in order to purchase the appropriate amount of insurance.

BASIC PLAN:

The Basic Plan is so affordable you can have your fun and protect it too - all while staying within your budget. The plan has a wide-variety of covered reasons for trip cancellation and interruption, and it can also include coverage for existing medical conditions so you can book your trip with complete confidence.
Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

Trip Cancellation: Trip Cost

Trip Interruption: Trip Cost

Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage: $10,000.00

Emergency Medical Transportation: $50,000.00

Baggage Coverage: $500.00

Baggage Delay: $200.00

Travel Delay: $300.00

24-Hour Hotline Assistance: Included

CANCEL ANYTIME: 
(NY RESIDENTS-PLEASE ENQUIRE ABOUT SIMILAR OPTIONS)

The Cancel Anytime Plan gives you the extra flexibility of knowing you can cancel your trip for almost any unforeseen reason that the Classic plan does not already cover at 100% and receive 80% of your non-refundable trip costs back. It includes benefits like trip cancellation protection, primary emergency medical benefits, 24-hour travel assistance, and more. This plan also has SmartBenefitsSM that can pay you proactively and simplify your claims process with no receipts required. Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.
Please note: This plan must be purchased within 14 days of your initial trip deposit and must cover the full non-refundable trip cost ($10,000 maximum). You could also be eligible for pre-existing condition exclusion waiver if all requirements are met (please refer to plan documents for details).
Important information about this plan: Plan charge includes costs of insurance benefits and assistance services. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, your plan excludes losses due to that condition unless you qualify for a waiver under the terms of your plan. See Plan and Pricing Details for more information.

Trip Cancellation: Trip Cost

Trip Interruption: Trip Cost

Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage: $25,000.00

Emergency Medical Transportation: $500,000.00

Baggage Coverage: $1,000.00

Baggage Delay: $300.00

Change Fee Coverage: $500.00

Loyalty Program Redeposit Fee Coverage: $500.00

Travel Delay: $800.00

24 Hour Hotline Assistance Plus: Included