Fitness Requirements
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.
As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.
This particular tour is categorised as a “3”.
3 – Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable
Tipping
A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. You will be asked to provide tipping to your guide towards a ‘kitty’, which is then used towards the guide tipping for the services of helpers, hotel staff, restaurants and airport porterage. We suggest USD$5 (NZD$8 approx) per person per day towards the kitty. Please note that this tipping is not for the guide, merely for the guide to tip the services of the driver and local workers during your tour. While not made compulsory, if you choose not to contribute to the kitty it means that the guide is tipping for these services out of their own pocket. Your cooperation in this instance is most appreciated.
Tipping for your guide will be collected at the commencement or conclusion of their services in each country. To remove the uncertainty and stress of not knowing how much is appropriate to tip we recommend USD$6-8 (NZD$9-12 approx) per person per day. The amount you wish to contribute is dependent on the services received and at the complete discretion of the guest. Thank you for your understanding.
Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences however any changes are beyond our control.
Single Supplement
Single supplement is $1,931 per person in addition to the twin share price.
Triple Share
Not available.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.
Visa & Passport information
It is the travellers responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your intended date of return to New Zealand.
New Zealand passport holders will require a visa to enter Egypt.
You will be able to obtain your E-visa when you have all of your travel documents approximately 30-40 days prior to departure.
Visit https://visa2egypt.gov.eg/ and create an account for yourself to then start the application process.
Information required:
- Visa type (tourist)
- Entry type (single)
- Arrival date and departure date (no specific flight details are required)
- Passport information
- You have to upload a JPEG (only supported file type) of your passport
- The name of the host/tour operator, phone number, email address and street address
- Pay USD $25pp by credit card
Wait for it to be approved and you will be notified via email within approximately 48 hours.
Once approved, please ensure that you travel with the following documentation as they are required to present to customs upon arrival into the country:
- Passport with 6 months validity
- E-visa printout
- Travel itinerary (provided 30 days before departure)
- Hotel list (provided 30 days before departure)
Jordan
Your Jordanian visa is included as part of the tour package. You will receive your Jordanian visa on arrival at Queen Alia International Airport from our tour representative.
NOTE: Our 12 Day Jordan & Israel Holy Lands Tour, does require you to arrange your own visa.
You'll need a visa to visit Jordan. If you are visiting for tourism, you can get a single-entry visa valid for one month on arrival at the airports or at the Sheikh Hussein/North Border crossing at the Jordan/Israel border. Entry visas are not issued at the Wadi Araba/South Border crossing (Aqaba/Eilat) or the Allenby/King Hussein Bridge (the other crossing on the Jordan/Israel border)
Please note that the information provided is subject to change at any time.
Please speak to your Dedicated Support Agent for more information.
Information required:
Visa type (tourist) Entry type (single) Arrival date and departure date (no specific flight details are required) Passport information You have to upload a JPEG (only supported file type) of your passport The name of the host/tour operator, phone number, email address and street address Pay USD $25pp by credit card Wait for it to be approved and you will be notified via email within approximately 48 hours.
Once approved, please ensure that you travel with the following documentation as they are required to present to customs upon arrival into the country:
Passport with 6 months validity E-visa printout Travel itinerary (provided 30 days before departure) Hotel list (provided 30 days before departure) Please note visas for Jordan can be obtained upon entry into each country. Please note that the information provided is subject to change at any time. Please speak to your Dedicated Support Agent for more information.
Tour Documentation
Final documentation, including e-tickets and hotel details, will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.
Group Size
4-16 people.
Trip Style - Small Group Tour
These tours are our proudest creations. They have been crafted for Inspiring Vacations travellers exclusively, with personal and unique experiences in mind. Enjoy choice features such as hand-picked accommodation, a sampling of the region’s best culinary delights and a range of optional activities to choose from to best suit your travel style.
Children
Children must be 2 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are the same price as adults.