Comfort
You will spend 1 night (the first night) in Cairo at a 2-3* hotel with a rooftop overlooking the pyramids.
You will stay 3 nights in Luxor at a garden hotel with a bar and a pool, not far from the stables.
You will spend the last 3 nights Hurghada in a hotel by the sea.
Meals
All meals are included on this riding holiday.
Breakfast: Pancakes, juice, bread, cheese and eggs, tea and coffee.
Lunch: salads, falafels, rice, aubergine, grilled chicken.
Dinner: hot meals (tajines with chicken, meat or fish), rice, salads, mussaka
Water is provided on the ride. Soft drinks, alcohol and other extras are not included and payable locally.
Climate
Hot temperatures are common all year round. Temperatures generally range from 18-25C during winter and spring. This ride does not run in the summer as it is too hot for riders and horses. Rain is not common, and blue skies with sunshine is the norm every day.
Even though the day temperature is usually very hot during the day, it will become much cooler at night once the sun has set. For this reason we recommend you take some warmer clothes to keep you warm during the evenings and nights.
Tips
Tipping in Egypt is a way of life. It is considered a norm to leave small tips in services you have received, such as restaurants, hotels, drivers, tour guides, etc. A tip envelope of $150 (or the equivalent amount in euros or GBP) will be given to your guide on day 1 and distributed during the week to cover all of the tips mentioned above. This way you don't have to worry about currency exchange and wondering if you should have tipped or not.
Packing list
Please pack carefully and sensibly: the following guide is here to give you an idea of what to bring. As you will be taking a domestic flight, please check the luggage allowance for hand baggage and checked baggage with the airline. Please bring a soft-sided bag which can more easily be transported. Please note that while Egypt is a Muslim country, the dress code is less strict than elsewhere. You are welcome to wear swimsuits and bikinis on the beach, as well as shorts, sun-dresses and the usual holiday clothing during your trip, while bearing in mind / being respectful of local customs.
Head
- A riding helmet is strongly recommended. We recommend you take your own to ensure the correct fit.
- Sun hat for when not riding.
- Sunglasses-with a cord attached so they don't fly away when galloping.
- Buff or bandana for protecting your neck and face from the sun and dust.
Upper body
- Long sleeved shirts to provide protection from the sun.
- T-shirts.
- Lightweight fleece, jumper or cardigan for cool evenings.
- Light waterproof jacket (optional). Although it doesn't rain much Egypt, you may want to be prepared.
Legs
- Lightweight riding trousers or jodhpurs. We recommend riding in them at home to ensure they won't rub during your holiday.
- Casual clothes for the non-riding times (we recommend lightweight trousers, skirts or shorts).
Hands and Feet
- Comfortable riding boots. We recommend short boots with half chaps but you may take long chaps or long boots.
- Lightweight shoes such as sandals or trainers for the non-riding times.
- Several pairs of socks.
- Gloves - your hands are particularly exposed to the sun, wind or rain whilst riding.
Nightwear
- Pyjamas.
Other useful items:
- Swimsuit and a small travel towel.
- Bumbag for carrying small items.
- Water bottle (2 litres or 2 x 1 litre).
- Ear plugs and eye mask (for light sleepers).
Medical kit and personal cosmetics, including:
- Sunscreen and lip balm - should be high factor.
- Insect repellent - a must in Egypt, please take a high quality spray.
- Any medication you regularly take.
- Blister plasters in case of any rubs.
- Antiseptic cream, plasters, aspirin, anti-histamine, insect-bite salve etc...
- Spare prescription glasses/contact lenses.
- Eye drops.
- Imodium or similar anti-diarrhoea medication.
- Re-hydration sachets.
- Antiseptic wipes.
- Hand wash gel.
Other recommendations:
- We recommend travelling in your riding boots and carrying your hat and some riding clothes / any essentials and valuables in your hand luggage - then if your luggage goes astray you are still able to ride!
- Please print copies of your passport and insurance documents and take them with you.
- Backpacks should not be worn whilst riding. We recommend a small bumbag or a coat with pockets so that you can carry small items with you during the day.
