FAQ

Definitely! We can accommodate riders of all levels. Our itineraries are geared more towards experienced and adventurous riders, but they can be easily adjusted in terms of pace and intensity. Whether you want to race in the desert or take it slow, it’s up to you!

Yes! We use multiple riding guides for our groups, so we can split the group along the rides as needed for those who want to go faster and those who prefer to take it slow. This way everyone gets to enjoy the experience they are looking for, and most importantly everyone in the group remains safe and comfortable.

Non-riders are more than welcome to join our holidays. There is no lack of sightseeing here in Egypt for them to enjoy while you are riding! A non-riding version of the tour itinerary will be created for them by replacing the horse riding with additional sightseeing and other activities. You will be together for all of the non-riding parts of the holiday (sightseeing included in the original itinerary, meals, boat trips, etc.). Non-riders can even participate in the night(s) of desert camping by jeep car. 

We can offer custom tours of any length over dates of your choosing. You are also welcome to join for just a portion of a scheduled tour. So if you don’t see dates on our calendar that work for you, please get in touch!

We keep our arrival and departure days flexible, so you are welcome to arrive at any time on the first day and fly out at any time on the last day! The tour technically starts with dinner on the first day and ends after breakfast on the last day. If possible, we recommend arriving by 4pm or earlier on the first day so you have time for dinner and settling in (but this is not strictly required). If you have extra time on either the first or last day due to an early arrival time or late departure time, you are welcome to add extra riding or sightseeing if you’re interested (please get in touch for options). 

Tip: When planning any connections through Egyptian airports, we recommend giving yourself at least a 3 hour layover to be safe in case of delays.

In most cases, yes. Citizens of the US, Australia, and Europe will require a visa to enter Egypt. The visa costs $30 and can be obtained ahead of time online (via the official Egypt evisa portal) or at the airport on arrival.

The national currency is the Egyptian Pound (LE). However, tips can be accepted in most currencies including Egyptian Pounds, USD, Euros, or British Pounds. Egypt is mostly cash-based, but major credit cards are accepted at airports and some shops. 

Egypt’s cuisine has something for everyone! If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, don’t worry – we can easily cater to any diet. In fact, it’s a vegetarian’s paradise, and many of the most famous dishes are meatless (falafel, ful medames, and koshary to name a few). Meat lovers will enjoy the fresh beef, chicken, and fish, usually served with rice. Not to mention, Egyptians have a big sweet tooth, so there are plenty of tantalizing desserts, pastries, and fresh juices. (Ever had sugar cane juice?) You’ll be treated to a combination of homecooked meals and eating out at our favorite hand-picked restaurants. 

In the warmest months of the season (September and late April/May), it is possible to go swimming with the horses in the Nile River in Luxor. While this is not built into our standard tour itineraries, it can be added on if you have extra time in Luxor at the beginning or end of your tour, or in any downtime during the tour. You may also choose to add the Hurghada Extension to your holiday to go swimming with the horses in the Red Sea (best in September-November or March-May)!