Unfortunately, scammers preying on tourists are still operating in Egypt, including those from Russia, Belarus, and other CIS countries.
Moreover, it is not only street vendors, including those selling souvenirs, who try to rip off foreigners, but also taxi drivers and even guides.
Cunning citizens resort to various tricks in order to extract as much money as possible from vacationers.
Taxi
Among the most common fraudulent schemes are taxi rides.
In Egypt, they often turn on a “triple meter,” meaning a person overpays three times.
Therefore, experienced tourists recommend using apps like Uber or Careem.
Restaurants
The problem of inflated prices is also common for many local restaurants.
Vacationers should remember to check the specific currency in which prices are indicated and carefully examine the receipt.
Hotels
Hotels often try to push a better room (for example, with a view of the sea, mountains, or another beautiful landscape) for an extra fee.
In such cases, tourists are advised to refuse any such offers and demand the room they booked.
A common scheme is one involving “free gifts,” as well as photographs or some other services.
It is worth politely declining or clarifying the price in advance.
Excursions
Hotel guides offer expensive excursions.
Often, there are travel agencies located near the hotel, where the same excursion will cost you several times less, but the quality will be just as good as the hotel one.
To avoid overpaying, visit such a company first.
Compare prices, tours, services, and amenities offered, and then decide where and from whom to book your excursions.
Mandatory Stops
Very often, on excursions and even on the way from the hotel to the airport on the day of departure home, buses make “mandatory stops” at expensive stores.
Don't be tempted to buy inflated prices here, which, by the way, is best to check in advance.
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