Quel tour opérateur pour l'Égypte partant de Bruxelles?
by Mamybell
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
J'ai lu que l'on a déjà beaucoup discuté des croisières en Egypte mais en général, cela part de France. Quel Tour.op. partant de Bruxelles me recommandez-vous ? J'ai lu que 7plus avait beaucoup de succès et cela nous tente beaucoup. Vaut-il mieux faire le Caire en fin de croisière ou au début ? Quel croisière choisir ? J'attends tous vos tuyaux avec impatience et vous en remercie.😉
Bonsoir Mamybell,
J'habitais près de la frontière Belge et je suis parti plusieurs fois avec vos voyagistes. Je suis donc parti avec SUNJETS (www.sunjets.be), JETAIR (www.jetair.be) et NECKERMANN (www.neckermann.be).
Je n'ai jamais eu aucune problème. Une seule réclamation auprès de Sunjets avec qui j'ai eu toute satisfaction, vraiment on a le sens du service en Belgique. Malheureusement je ne sais pas si ces TO fournissent ce genre de prestation.
Pour la croisière. Je suis allé faire cette croisière mais pas avec un TO Belge, mais bon, ce sont pratiquement toutes les mêmes.
Ma croisière était d'une durée de 12 jours. Atterrissage à Louxor (retard de 5 heures depuis la France, un hangar de ROISSY CDG), visite à toute vitesse le premier jour et en fin de journée Karnac illuminé. Le soir au bateau et au cours du diner, le bateau va rejoindre son nouveau lieu de visite. Le lendemain matin on est à quai. Pas de transport, les sites sont presque tous au bord du nil. Le voyage s'est déroulé comme ça jusqu'à ASSOUAN. Visite du temple de Philaé, le barrage du lac Nasser puis départ en bus avec une escorte direction ABOU SIMBEL. Visite du site et décollage vers le Caire. Hebergement à l'hotel Mariott. Visite des pyramides de Guizeh, à degrés de Saquara, musée Egyptien et bien d'autres sites. Alors faire le Caire en début ou en fin, à mon avis ça n'a aucune importance. Si vous arrivez au caire, il est fort probable qu'on vous achemine par un quelconque moyen du Caire à Louxor ou on trouve vraiment le site le plus intéressant. Après ça, ça dépend du type de croisière que vous achetez. Maintenant, si vous pouvez éviter les TO Français, vous ne vous en porterez pas plus mal. Rien n'est clair dans ce qu'ils vendent, il faut toujours ajouter (des taxes de pollution, du carburant qui fluctue et frais d'aéroport qui sont exorbitants), les voyages sont scabreux (je viens d'en faire un, l'avion n'a pas pu redécoller....6h30 de retard avec un avion de remplacement) avec horaires définis la veille ou l'avant veille du départ. Bien souvent on vous grignote une journée complète soit-disant consacrée au voyage, mais bon quand j'arrive le lundi à 23h 30 et que je pars le lundi suivant à 0h10, j'estime ne pas avoir été complètment satisfait. Ajoutez à cela qu'en France, on facture des frais de dossier (à mon avis ils sont déjà largement facturés dans le prix du voyage) on facture des pourboires (qui vont à qui ??? on en sait rien) et on impose (presque) de donner encore quelque chose à votre gentil guide. Alors bon courage si vous tentez le coup.
J'ai décidé d'être heureux car c'est bon pour la santé.
un grand merci pour toutes ces explications. Vous n'êtes pas très tendre avec vos compatriotes mais chez nous aussi il y a ce genre de problème (frais de dossier chez Neckermann). Nous partons très souvent avec Sunjets et, jusqu'à présent, rien à dire. Avec Neckermann non plus nous n'avons jamais eu de problèmes mais ils ne sont pas très spécialisés en croisières et je ne veux pas me faire avoir. Je consulte donc tous les possibilités car certains partent en Egypte via Zurich (2 heures d'attente), d'autres proposent des cabines inférieures, bref, il faut tout regarder. On m'a aussi dit que l'on scannait les bagages à l'entrée du bateau (ce qui est plutôt bien) mais que l'on confisquait les bouteilles achetées en free-tax (elles sont rendues à la fin du séjour), nous partons avec des amis et avions bien l'intention de faire "un petit plein" avant le départ. Avez-vous eu ce genre d'aventure ? Encore merci et amitiés
Bonjour,
Alors si j'ai bien compris votre allusion, vous avez l'intention de profiter de quelques boissons à prix détaxés pendant votre séjour.
Je reviens d'un voyage organisé spécialement pour la plongée et ou les plongeurs ont des bouteilles sur le dos la journée et d'autres bouteilles le soir, mais pas au même endroit.. (apéritifs plutôt très longs....)
Ils avaient probablement tous une bouteille de Pastis (bien de chez nous ce breuvage...) ou whiskies, Martini, Pinot des Charentes (venant de là, évidemment impensable de partir sans) etc etc... j'en ai vu beaucoup.
Certaines bouteilles ont été placées dans le bagage qui va en soute mais beaucoup ont été achetées à l'aéroport en "free tax". En plusieurs années que je pratique ce genre de voyage et je n'ai jamais entendu qu'une bouteille avait été confisquée. A l'arrivée à Hurghada ou Sharm il n'y aucune problème. Par contre, en France, on m'a fait jeter une bouteille d'eau achetée avant d'arrivée en zone détaxée, et j'ai racheté la même après avoir été contrôlé par les services de sécurité.
Quant aux bagages scannés avant l'entrée du bateau, lorsque j'y suis allé on ne pratiquait pas encore ce genre de chose. Il vous faudra attendre la réponse d'un autre voyageur.
Par contre méfiez vous de toutes les petites malversations du bord du Nil qui agacent, si par exemple, vous empruntez une calèche pour aller visiter un site, ne payez que lorsque vous êtes arrivés. J'ai vu au Caire des personnes qu'on transportait du bus aux pyramides en dromadaire, qui avaient payé tout le trajet avant de partir, et qu'on a débarqué 200m plus loin. Comme ça le dromadaire va vite reprendre d'autres touristes. Bon plan pour le guide du dromadaire mais amertume pour les débarqués loin du plateau de Gizeh et de ses pyramides.
Bon courage et bon voyage car ça reste une merveilleuse croisière.
J'ai décidé d'être heureux car c'est bon pour la santé.
Vous avez tout compris, effectivement, sans savoir ce que l'on paie en apéro sur le bateau, on préfère prendre ses précautions car, les vacances, ce sont les vacances et on s'éclate. Je vais maintenant me renseigner pour savoir combien de bouteilles on peut prendre mais si c'est 3 par personne comme on me l'a déjà dit, nous sommes 4 donc 4x3=12, c'est un peu beaucoup, surtout si l'on doit acheter l'eau....... Encore quelques questions : peut-on changer des euros contre de l'argent égyptien, y-a t'il des distributeurs avec accès "sécurisé", peut-on utiliser facilement la Visa ? Pour les visites, les femmes peuvent-elles être bras nus et les hommes porter des shorts ? Faut-il s'habiller "habillé" le soir ? Que peut-on faire sur le bateau le soir ? Merci pour votre gentillesse
Bonjour,
Il est difficile de répondre à vos questions. Peut-on utiliser la carte VISA, oui et non car tout dépend du lieu ou vous vous trouvez. Au Caire vous n'aurez aucune problème à trouver une banque mais à Abou Simbel ça sera probablement plus difficile et dans le désert imposible. On peut faire du change à l'aéroport et même sur le bateau (voir les taux pratiqués). Quant à l'utiliser en permanence, comme en France ou en Belgique, il ne faut pas trop y compter car peu de commerçants sont équipés. On peut changer des euros en livres Egyptiennes mais ce qu'il faut savoir c'est que lors de votre départ, s'il vous reste des livres, il vous sera impossible de les échanger contre des euros. Vous aurez le choix entre, tout dépenser rapidement, conserver l'argent pour un autre voyage ou en faire cadeau. Il n'y a aucune possibilité d'échange, même dans votre pays.
Faut-il s'habiller le soir ? tout dépend encore du type de croisière, il n'y a pas de réponse catégorique. Si votre bateau est un 5 étoiles grand luxe, vous devrez certainement vous habiller de façon plus que correcte. Pour les autres, il faut quand même se vêtir, pas question d'arriver en "caleçon ou maillot de bain et tongs" mais une chemisette, ou polo avec bermuda ou pantacourt suffisent dans la plupart des cas.
Les visites, là encore tout dépend de ce que vous visitez. A Karnac, plateau de Gizeh, le sphinx, Abou Simbel pas de problème, short, bras nus, chapeau de soleil et lunettes noires, tout va bien. Par contre si vous visitez un lieu plus "religieux" genre mosquée, par respect vous serez contraint de vous déchausser, cacher vos jambes et vos bras et pour ces dames, en cacher un peu plus. Et enfin, que fait-on le soir sur le bateau ? et bien on récupère de sa dure journée car certaines sont fatigantes. Comptez aussi sur votre TO qui vous organise des soirée à thèmes, vous danserez probablement habillé en Egyptien et vous profiterez de petits spectacles et amusements divers.
Bonne croisière.
J'ai décidé d'être heureux car c'est bon pour la santé.
Bonjour,
s'il vous reste des livres, il vous sera impossible de les échanger contre des euros.
Même avec un bordereau de change ?
Michel
s'il vous reste des livres, il vous sera impossible de les échanger contre des euros.
Même avec un bordereau de change ?
Michel
...ou alors un commerçant sera très content de vous changer ses pièces d'euros contre vos dernières livres !
Brigitte
Bonjour,
pour répondre à Tatra, je n'en sais rien car j'essaie toujours de changer ce qui m'est nécessaire et le reste d'argent je le dépense lors d'un autre voyage. Mais je compte sur l'expérience de ceux qui n'ont pas su cerner leurs besoins et qui ont essayé de changer leurs livres. En tous cas s'il est possible de le faire, c'est uniquement en Egypte, ailleurs je suis catégorique, c'est niet.
Quant à Brigitte, effectivement on peut envisager de se transformer en agent de change. Une petite histoire personnelle à propos d'un échange de pièces en euros. Hotel Akassia Swuiss resort El Quseir. Au moment du mon départ de l'hotel, un bagagiste vient frapper à ma chambre pour prendre mes bagages. Il me fait comprendre qu'il m'échangerait bien des pièces en euros contre soit un billet (échangeable dans toutes les banques contrairement aux pièces) soit en Livres. N'ayant pas de livres, et par nature méfiant, je lui propose de lui donner un billet. Il me tend ses pièces, je les compte et m'aperçois qu'il n'y avait que 6 euros. Dans son idée, je pense qu'il souhaitait que je fasse l'appoint. A mon goût trop élevé pour porter deux valises à roulettes, je lui dis qu'il manque de l'argent pour procéder à l'échange et donc, refuse gentillement. Au moment ou j'ai pris le bus, mes valises étaient restées devant ma chambre, et ça, ça énerve. Bonne journée.
Quant à Brigitte, effectivement on peut envisager de se transformer en agent de change. Une petite histoire personnelle à propos d'un échange de pièces en euros. Hotel Akassia Swuiss resort El Quseir. Au moment du mon départ de l'hotel, un bagagiste vient frapper à ma chambre pour prendre mes bagages. Il me fait comprendre qu'il m'échangerait bien des pièces en euros contre soit un billet (échangeable dans toutes les banques contrairement aux pièces) soit en Livres. N'ayant pas de livres, et par nature méfiant, je lui propose de lui donner un billet. Il me tend ses pièces, je les compte et m'aperçois qu'il n'y avait que 6 euros. Dans son idée, je pense qu'il souhaitait que je fasse l'appoint. A mon goût trop élevé pour porter deux valises à roulettes, je lui dis qu'il manque de l'argent pour procéder à l'échange et donc, refuse gentillement. Au moment ou j'ai pris le bus, mes valises étaient restées devant ma chambre, et ça, ça énerve. Bonne journée.
J'ai décidé d'être heureux car c'est bon pour la santé.
Bonjour ,
Je suis aussi d'un naturel méfiant mais je comprends que les égyptiens ne sachent rien faire de leurs pièces d'euros . Donc , anecdote pour anecdote , j'étais l'an passé aux souks d'Assouan : après 1 petit achat bien marchandé ( les 2 parties contentes ) , le vendeur me demande si je ne peux pas lui changer des pièces . Dernier jour de voyage . Je réponds oui , mais je n'ai qu'1 billet de 20 Euros . Tous les voisins sont venus à la rescousse avec des pièces complémentaires; j'ai reçu une chaise (!!!) et j'ai recompté à mon aise .
Bon futur voyage !
Je suis aussi d'un naturel méfiant mais je comprends que les égyptiens ne sachent rien faire de leurs pièces d'euros . Donc , anecdote pour anecdote , j'étais l'an passé aux souks d'Assouan : après 1 petit achat bien marchandé ( les 2 parties contentes ) , le vendeur me demande si je ne peux pas lui changer des pièces . Dernier jour de voyage . Je réponds oui , mais je n'ai qu'1 billet de 20 Euros . Tous les voisins sont venus à la rescousse avec des pièces complémentaires; j'ai reçu une chaise (!!!) et j'ai recompté à mon aise .
Bon futur voyage !
Brigitte
Comme quoi il y a des gens honnêtes partout et malheureusement des filous aussi.
Vivement le prochain voyage.
Vivement le prochain voyage.
J'ai décidé d'être heureux car c'est bon pour la santé.
Bonsoir,
pour répondre à Tatra, je n'en sais rien car j'essaie toujours de changer ce qui m'est nécessaire et le reste d'argent je le dépense lors d'un autre voyage.
Je sais l'avoir fait il y a quelques années ; je ne sais pas si c'est encore possible.
En tous cas s'il est possible de le faire, c'est uniquement en Egypte, ailleurs je suis catégorique, c'est niet.
Etant donné que certains office commercialisent en France des Egp, je suppose que ce n'est pas 100% impossible.
Michel
pour répondre à Tatra, je n'en sais rien car j'essaie toujours de changer ce qui m'est nécessaire et le reste d'argent je le dépense lors d'un autre voyage.
Je sais l'avoir fait il y a quelques années ; je ne sais pas si c'est encore possible.
En tous cas s'il est possible de le faire, c'est uniquement en Egypte, ailleurs je suis catégorique, c'est niet.
Etant donné que certains office commercialisent en France des Egp, je suppose que ce n'est pas 100% impossible.
Michel
Bonjour,
Ancien du milieu bancaire je vous encourage à demander à une banque Française de vous vendre des LE. Quand je dis Banque, je parle des grandes enseignes et non pas une petite agence située au coin d'une rue sombre à Paris (ou à Bruxelles pour vous qui semblez Belge). Si vous en trouvez une, faites le moi savoir et donnez-moi son nom et le lieu ou je devrai aller. Sachez par expérience que pour échanger un billet de 100 USD, toutes les banques ne vous donnent pas votre argent immédiatement mais après qu'il ait été expertisé (comptez entre 8 et 15 jours de délai au moins). Avant l'Euro lorsqu'on changeait les lires Italiennes, certains billets n'étaient pas repris faute de n'avoir pas assez de valeur alors qu'on vous les vendait etc etc ...
Maintenant peut-on trouver un agent de change qui peut vous fournir des LE ??? à Paris peut-être ? il doit en exister mais ça ne doit pas courir les rues. Il faudra voir aussi à quel taux on vous reprendra vos EGP (et si c'est par courrier prévoyez kit d'envoi, reco avec AR, frais de change forfaitaires ou pas, commission, frais bancaire pour vous virer l'argent etc...)
D'avance merci pour les adresses que vous voudrez bien nous donner.
Bonne journée.
J'ai décidé d'être heureux car c'est bon pour la santé.
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Here’s a first draft for a 14-night itinerary during the Christmas break with two teens. We’re especially fond of hiking (nothing too extreme, though), which is why we’re drawn to the south.
- Marrakech (2 nights) - Aït Ben Haddou (1 night) - Dadès (3 nights, though we’re thinking of doing a day trip to the Todra Gorge on one of those days) - M'hamid (1 night) - Erg Chigaga (1 night) - 4 nights to slot in - Marrakech (2 nights)
Okay, I realize this involves a lot of driving, and we’re still debating the return route since we’d like to avoid the Tichka Pass in January, but going through Taroudant seems like it would add *a lot* of time. 😕
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Here’s a first draft for a 14-night itinerary during the Christmas break with two teens. We’re especially fond of hiking (nothing too extreme, though), which is why we’re drawn to the south.
- Marrakech (2 nights) - Aït Ben Haddou (1 night) - Dadès (3 nights, though we’re thinking of doing a day trip to the Todra Gorge on one of those days) - M'hamid (1 night) - Erg Chigaga (1 night) - 4 nights to slot in - Marrakech (2 nights)
Okay, I realize this involves a lot of driving, and we’re still debating the return route since we’d like to avoid the Tichka Pass in January, but going through Taroudant seems like it would add *a lot* of time. 😕
If you’ve got other suggestions for an itinerary with great hikes, I’m all ears!
Also, the 4 nights total in MRK isn’t really our preference, but since we’re arriving/departing super early from overseas, we’d like to be a bit rested before the long flight.
Another question: For hikes (aside from the desert one), is it better to have a guide with us, or are the trails well-marked?
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Hello to all Morocco lovers,
First of all: a big thank you to everyone whose insightful, funny, lively, and exotic posts we’ve enjoyed. It’s a joy to find such lovely writers on this forum, who’ve given me tons of ideas and addresses to prepare our trip.
Our plan: to explore Morocco from November 2nd to December 4th. We’ll have our own vehicle (a 2011 Renault Grand Scenic, in great condition), shipped with us from Sète to Tanger Med. Returning from Nador.
Our profile: 75 and 62 years young, so old but happy to be, in very good health. Seasoned travelers—it’s practically our whole life. Lovers of beautiful landscapes, historic sites, fine craftsmanship, and road trips. This will be my 3rd trip to Morocco, but the first two were 20 and 17 years ago. I’ve never been north of the Essaouira-Marrakech line (though I’ve gone further south). As for my husband, a lifelong expat including in Muslim countries, it’s his first time in Morocco.
He’s the one driving. He’s very experienced, cautious, not necessarily fast, but used to driving in all conditions (and countries, including the most creative on the road). But I don’t want to tire him out, and he no longer drives at night (and we’ll be there in November).
I’ve decided to show him a bit of everything by taking a road trip along beautiful backroads, with daily distances averaging 180-200 km (except on highways, which will be rare), regularly broken up by rest days. I’m counting on a speed of 40-50 km/h, plus stops/visits along the way.
Since I’ve read so many posts, I’ve narrowed it down to some very specific questions.
1) Coming directly from Rabat via the highway, we’d prefer to skip Marrakech*. Still, we’ll need to sleep somewhere nearby. We’ll head toward Skoura the next day. Does anyone have a well-located address for this route, possibly east of Marrakech? Ideally, we’re looking for a small town, easy parking, clean accommodation (minimum) with average comfort (or better if available), a bit heated, and if possible, pretty and/or nice—but above all, a place to sleep well, wash with lukewarm (ideally hot) water, and have a decent dinner.
(*Explanation for the "no-go" in Marrakech: it’s a shame, because there are truly beautiful things in this city, but I think the vibe won’t suit us—it’s an understatement for "it’ll put us off" / "make us flee" / "traumatize us." Not because it’s too crowded and we want to stand out from tourists (we’re part of them), but because of forced henna on your hand, or spending 10 minutes every quarter-hour saying "no thank you" to a "guide" who’s as much a guide as I am a trapeze artist. Knowing us, it’ll wear us down. The country is vast and beautiful, and our time too short to waste our memories just days after arriving. And I don’t want to ruin things for my peaceful husband, or he’ll demand we turn back—and Sète in November isn’t exactly thrilling either.)
2) Which route to Skoura (in 2 days)? I see two options: either via the Tichka Pass, with a night in Telouet before reaching Skoura, or via the R307/N23 from Demnate, with a night near Megdaz before descending to Skoura. So: Tichka Pass or R307/N23? I have a slight (big) preference for the second option, even though I know the other route is very beautiful too. Of course, before deciding, we’ll check the weather and the current state of the R307/N23—does anyone know where to get info on the road conditions? But even assuming the road is "passable," is it a bit too tough in itself? In short, is it reasonable? If a kind soul could share their experience, a thousand thanks in advance.
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First of all: a big thank you to everyone whose insightful, funny, lively, and exotic posts we’ve enjoyed. It’s a joy to find such lovely writers on this forum, who’ve given me tons of ideas and addresses to prepare our trip.
Our plan: to explore Morocco from November 2nd to December 4th. We’ll have our own vehicle (a 2011 Renault Grand Scenic, in great condition), shipped with us from Sète to Tanger Med. Returning from Nador.
Our profile: 75 and 62 years young, so old but happy to be, in very good health. Seasoned travelers—it’s practically our whole life. Lovers of beautiful landscapes, historic sites, fine craftsmanship, and road trips. This will be my 3rd trip to Morocco, but the first two were 20 and 17 years ago. I’ve never been north of the Essaouira-Marrakech line (though I’ve gone further south). As for my husband, a lifelong expat including in Muslim countries, it’s his first time in Morocco.
He’s the one driving. He’s very experienced, cautious, not necessarily fast, but used to driving in all conditions (and countries, including the most creative on the road). But I don’t want to tire him out, and he no longer drives at night (and we’ll be there in November).
I’ve decided to show him a bit of everything by taking a road trip along beautiful backroads, with daily distances averaging 180-200 km (except on highways, which will be rare), regularly broken up by rest days. I’m counting on a speed of 40-50 km/h, plus stops/visits along the way.
Since I’ve read so many posts, I’ve narrowed it down to some very specific questions.
1) Coming directly from Rabat via the highway, we’d prefer to skip Marrakech*. Still, we’ll need to sleep somewhere nearby. We’ll head toward Skoura the next day. Does anyone have a well-located address for this route, possibly east of Marrakech? Ideally, we’re looking for a small town, easy parking, clean accommodation (minimum) with average comfort (or better if available), a bit heated, and if possible, pretty and/or nice—but above all, a place to sleep well, wash with lukewarm (ideally hot) water, and have a decent dinner.
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2) Which route to Skoura (in 2 days)? I see two options: either via the Tichka Pass, with a night in Telouet before reaching Skoura, or via the R307/N23 from Demnate, with a night near Megdaz before descending to Skoura. So: Tichka Pass or R307/N23? I have a slight (big) preference for the second option, even though I know the other route is very beautiful too. Of course, before deciding, we’ll check the weather and the current state of the R307/N23—does anyone know where to get info on the road conditions? But even assuming the road is "passable," is it a bit too tough in itself? In short, is it reasonable? If a kind soul could share their experience, a thousand thanks in advance.
That’s all I’ve written for now. I’ll save the other questions for later posts. Thanks again to those who had the patience to read this and to those who can respond. Happy Sunday to all!
Fran
hi there,
I’m just a few days away from my trip to Marrakech—I’m leaving from November 13th to 20th and bringing my parents along! I’d love to plan my stay as best as I can, and I’m sure the forum crew can help. So, here are my questions:
- Where’s the best place to exchange money without getting ripped off? The owner of the riad where we’re staying told us to avoid doing it at the airport because it’s really expensive and to do it in the medina instead, near Jemaa el-Fna square.
- Which traditional hammams do you recommend that are reasonably priced? How much should we budget for one? That’ll help me plan my expenses.
- What are some nice restaurants in the medina?
- I’d also like to know roughly how much to expect for a tea, a meal, a taxi, a djellaba, and babouches. I don’t want to get overcharged and would like to know what to expect.
- What are the must-do activities and places to visit?
Thanks in advance for your help....
I’m just a few days away from my trip to Marrakech—I’m leaving from November 13th to 20th and bringing my parents along! I’d love to plan my stay as best as I can, and I’m sure the forum crew can help. So, here are my questions:
- Where’s the best place to exchange money without getting ripped off? The owner of the riad where we’re staying told us to avoid doing it at the airport because it’s really expensive and to do it in the medina instead, near Jemaa el-Fna square.
- Which traditional hammams do you recommend that are reasonably priced? How much should we budget for one? That’ll help me plan my expenses.
- What are some nice restaurants in the medina?
- I’d also like to know roughly how much to expect for a tea, a meal, a taxi, a djellaba, and babouches. I don’t want to get overcharged and would like to know what to expect.
- What are the must-do activities and places to visit?
Thanks in advance for your help....
Hi
I’d like to know if the road between Msemrir and Tamttatouchte is doable with a standard car (Dacia Logan).
Thanks a lot
hi,
I’m looking for a country to visit for 10 days in February.
What do you recommend for a trip with some sunshine, hiking, and sightseeing?
Thanks for your help
Thanks for your help
Hi, I’d like to head to Morocco next week with my car. I’ve looked online at all the different info about the ferry crossing to Tangier, but I’m finding it really expensive. Is there a way to buy tickets in Spain? Or another way to get the Algeciras–Tangier crossing cheaper? Thanks for any tips or info!
Hi there,
We found a guide who offers the trip from M'hamid to a camp (departure at 3 PM, tea, meal, camel ride, overnight stay, breakfast, and return to M'Hamid by 11 AM the next day via the sacred oasis). He quoted us a price of 380 € for April. What do you think of this rate? This might sound like a silly question, but is it common to negotiate the price for this kind of thing (we're booking from France)? It’s still a big part of our travel budget.
Thanks
We found a guide who offers the trip from M'hamid to a camp (departure at 3 PM, tea, meal, camel ride, overnight stay, breakfast, and return to M'Hamid by 11 AM the next day via the sacred oasis). He quoted us a price of 380 € for April. What do you think of this rate? This might sound like a silly question, but is it common to negotiate the price for this kind of thing (we're booking from France)? It’s still a big part of our travel budget.
Thanks
Hi there,
We're planning to visit Egypt between January 25 and February 15, 2027. I looked up the Ramadan dates and found some sites saying it starts on February 8, while others say February 18... Where's the mistake?
Thanks,
Christian
Hi there,
We’re a family of 4 with two boys aged 12 and 10 traveling to Egypt in February.
We’re spending 3 days in Cairo to take our time exploring the city and the sites before heading south.
-Is it necessary to have a guide to visit the GEM? Are audio guides available? -Do you have any contacts for drivers to organize a few transfers (Giza, Saqqara, Airport)? -Do you know a French-speaking guide who’s friendly, family-friendly, and good at making things exciting, with reasonable prices?
Marie
-Is it necessary to have a guide to visit the GEM? Are audio guides available? -Do you have any contacts for drivers to organize a few transfers (Giza, Saqqara, Airport)? -Do you know a French-speaking guide who’s friendly, family-friendly, and good at making things exciting, with reasonable prices?
Marie
Hi there!
With our two teens, we’re heading to Morocco for two weeks at the end of December and beginning of January. It’ll be our first trip that’s more "off the beaten path," even though we’ve visited several countries before. Given the overwhelming amount of info, I’m feeling a bit swamped with the prep this trip requires, and I’ll admit I’m a little lost when it comes to figuring out what’s realistic to visit in two weeks 😕 So, all your tips, personal experiences, and suggestions are more than welcome!
- Which places should we prioritize during this time of year? (I’ve read that some spots are less accessible in winter?) - What’s the best way to get around? (rental car, train, private transport, buses, etc.? — just a heads-up, we’ll have a few suitcases!) - In terms of "safety," are there any areas to avoid? - Any recommendations for reliable local tour companies (beyond the big names like "Get Your Guide") that offer excursions or private transport to help us explore the country? - A doable 2-week itinerary that lets us enjoy the country’s diversity without having to change accommodations every two days?
Thanks so much for your advice!
With our two teens, we’re heading to Morocco for two weeks at the end of December and beginning of January. It’ll be our first trip that’s more "off the beaten path," even though we’ve visited several countries before. Given the overwhelming amount of info, I’m feeling a bit swamped with the prep this trip requires, and I’ll admit I’m a little lost when it comes to figuring out what’s realistic to visit in two weeks 😕 So, all your tips, personal experiences, and suggestions are more than welcome!
- Which places should we prioritize during this time of year? (I’ve read that some spots are less accessible in winter?) - What’s the best way to get around? (rental car, train, private transport, buses, etc.? — just a heads-up, we’ll have a few suitcases!) - In terms of "safety," are there any areas to avoid? - Any recommendations for reliable local tour companies (beyond the big names like "Get Your Guide") that offer excursions or private transport to help us explore the country? - A doable 2-week itinerary that lets us enjoy the country’s diversity without having to change accommodations every two days?
Thanks so much for your advice!
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a trip to the High Atlas in Morocco and have a few questions for you: - Why do so many people recommend avoiding international agencies for car rentals? Can anyone explain why? - Is Booking.com reliable, and has anyone rented a vehicle through their service? There’s a pretty big price difference compared to local Moroccan agencies. - Is there a detailed road map included in the rental car? - Is Google Maps enough to get around the High Atlas? This will be my first trip there.
Thanks so much to anyone who can help with this destination I’ve been dreaming about for years. Have a great evening, Roberto
I’m planning a trip to the High Atlas in Morocco and have a few questions for you: - Why do so many people recommend avoiding international agencies for car rentals? Can anyone explain why? - Is Booking.com reliable, and has anyone rented a vehicle through their service? There’s a pretty big price difference compared to local Moroccan agencies. - Is there a detailed road map included in the rental car? - Is Google Maps enough to get around the High Atlas? This will be my first trip there.
Thanks so much to anyone who can help with this destination I’ve been dreaming about for years. Have a great evening, Roberto
hi, I just wanted to know the exchange rate for euros in Tunisia, thanks
hi there, I’m heading to Tunisia 🙂 from April 27 to May 8 with my family. I’ve read through the various discussions about the country, but I’m still a bit unsure🤪: for currency exchange, I saw on the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs website that withdrawing currency with a bank card from ATMs is limited to 200 TND per week. There are four of us traveling by car, so that might be a bit tight! And it’s a hassle to carry a lot of cash, even if I’m not being paranoid! What do you all recommend?
Cheers,
Laurent.
Hi there,
I was wondering if it’s possible to join a group as a solo traveler with local agencies in Djanet for circuits like Tadrart, Essendilene, Sefar, or Tassili? If you have any agencies to recommend, I’d love to hear about them. I didn’t find any info on the forum. Best,
Fouzi
I was wondering if it’s possible to join a group as a solo traveler with local agencies in Djanet for circuits like Tadrart, Essendilene, Sefar, or Tassili? If you have any agencies to recommend, I’d love to hear about them. I didn’t find any info on the forum. Best,
Fouzi
We're planning a 2-week trip in late February/early March for a road trip in the High Atlas with a rental car, and we'd love to avoid booking our accommodations in advance. Is that doable, easily manageable, or risky (are accommodations available, expensive, or not great)? Thanks for your tips!
Annie
Hi,
This autumn, we’re planning to explore the Oriental region and we’re wondering where the best place to land would be. We’ll have three weeks ahead of us and we’ll be renting a car.
Any tips would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Is there an official website or list of certified Egyptologist guides in Egypt? And most importantly, what are the normal prices for a full day or half day? There’s so much scamming and crazy pricing—depending on who you contact, it can range from simple to quadruple!!!!
Thanks
Hi everyone,
We're leaving in early October 2026 and planning to travel from the Aït Bougmez Valley ("Happy Valley") to Skoura/Ouarzazate via Demnate and the R307/N23 route.
Has anyone taken this road recently? Is it passable with a regular car (non-4x4), or is a 4x4 absolutely necessary? Are there any ongoing construction projects or degraded sections to be aware of?
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Hello,
In September, my wife and I, along with another couple, will be traveling to Tunisia and staying at the Sheherasade Hotel near Sousse.
We’d love to hear your recommendations or tips on places to visit, as well as advice on taxis or other transportation options.
Thanks in advance!
Hi there, 🙂
This autumn’s trip should be in Morocco—barring any geopolitical issues between now and then.
After many trips to the south of Fès, I’m giving the north a try.
My plan is roughly to do a road trip loop from Rabat back to Rabat, passing through Asilah, Tangier, Tétouan, Chefchaouen, Akchour, Fès, Meknès, and Volubilis.
That’s a lot of cities. Probably a bit too many for our taste—we usually prefer more isolated spots...
So I’m looking for tips on little backroads, secluded beaches, half-day hikes, and offbeat places.
If you’ve also got recommendations for accommodation... (We’re open to splurging over 100 € if it’s a real favorite.)
Feel free to think outside the box—this is an open-ended plan! !😉
Thanks
This autumn’s trip should be in Morocco—barring any geopolitical issues between now and then.
After many trips to the south of Fès, I’m giving the north a try.
My plan is roughly to do a road trip loop from Rabat back to Rabat, passing through Asilah, Tangier, Tétouan, Chefchaouen, Akchour, Fès, Meknès, and Volubilis.
That’s a lot of cities. Probably a bit too many for our taste—we usually prefer more isolated spots...
So I’m looking for tips on little backroads, secluded beaches, half-day hikes, and offbeat places.
If you’ve also got recommendations for accommodation... (We’re open to splurging over 100 € if it’s a real favorite.)
Feel free to think outside the box—this is an open-ended plan! !😉
Thanks
Based on your experiences, do you have a professional to recommend?
Hello,
I’m looking for testimonials from Pieds-Noirs who have recently returned to Algeria.
There can’t be many left after 65 years of the country’s independence.
I’m planning to go back myself soon to reconnect with my roots... before I pass away...
I’ve started making a few pre-bookings for hotels and apartments to rent in Algiers. At first, I received friendly and welcoming responses. Then, when I mentioned I wanted to stay for two or three weeks—maybe even a month—explaining that my trip wouldn’t be strictly touristy but more of a pilgrimage to the places of my childhood, and that it would likely be a very emotional journey, I expected a positive and warm reaction to my approach. Instead, I suddenly stopped getting replies from the three or four people I’d contacted. So now I’m wondering about the reception former Pieds-Noirs can expect...
Anyone here who can share their experience of returning? I specified “recently” because it seems that right now, diplomatic relations between the two governments are extremely tense, not to say hostile... even if Macron claims otherwise...
There can’t be many left after 65 years of the country’s independence.
I’m planning to go back myself soon to reconnect with my roots... before I pass away...
I’ve started making a few pre-bookings for hotels and apartments to rent in Algiers. At first, I received friendly and welcoming responses. Then, when I mentioned I wanted to stay for two or three weeks—maybe even a month—explaining that my trip wouldn’t be strictly touristy but more of a pilgrimage to the places of my childhood, and that it would likely be a very emotional journey, I expected a positive and warm reaction to my approach. Instead, I suddenly stopped getting replies from the three or four people I’d contacted. So now I’m wondering about the reception former Pieds-Noirs can expect...
Anyone here who can share their experience of returning? I specified “recently” because it seems that right now, diplomatic relations between the two governments are extremely tense, not to say hostile... even if Macron claims otherwise...
Hello,
I’m traveling to Algeria from October 27 to November 16, 2026.
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been through the process about the accommodation attestation required for the visa application:
- Does it need to cover the entire duration of the trip?
- Is this document mandatory for a hotel to rent a room?
- Is it checked during inspections?
- Is a hotel booking (e.g., via Booking.com) sufficient for the visa?
- If so, does it need to be paid in advance?
I plan to visit several cities and do one or more treks with a guide or agency. If you have any contacts you’d recommend, I’d be grateful!
Also, I’d love to share this trip with a companion who’s already done some traveling. We’d organize the journey together, of course.
Thanks for your feedback! Safe travels to all, Dom, Dijon, 64 years old
I plan to visit several cities and do one or more treks with a guide or agency. If you have any contacts you’d recommend, I’d be grateful!
Also, I’d love to share this trip with a companion who’s already done some traveling. We’d organize the journey together, of course.
Thanks for your feedback! Safe travels to all, Dom, Dijon, 64 years old
Hi there,
I’m leaving for Tunisia in five weeks for a full 15-day trip. I’ll be arriving in Monastir and departing from there as well.
I’d like to do a route that’s a bit different from my first stay, which was more focused on cities and culture (Tunis, Sousse, Kairouan, El Jem).
I’ll be getting around by public transport.
I’d like to head south toward Tozeur, and I saw that you can take a *louage* from Monastir to Sbeitla (2h30). I imagine it’s not too complicated to get to Tozeur from there afterward? The issue is the return trip to Monastir and safety in Sbeitla.
If this route seems too complicated, I might opt for Djerba instead, which looks simpler.
Thanks in advance.
I’m leaving for Tunisia in five weeks for a full 15-day trip. I’ll be arriving in Monastir and departing from there as well.
I’d like to do a route that’s a bit different from my first stay, which was more focused on cities and culture (Tunis, Sousse, Kairouan, El Jem).
I’ll be getting around by public transport.
I’d like to head south toward Tozeur, and I saw that you can take a *louage* from Monastir to Sbeitla (2h30). I imagine it’s not too complicated to get to Tozeur from there afterward? The issue is the return trip to Monastir and safety in Sbeitla.
If this route seems too complicated, I might opt for Djerba instead, which looks simpler.
Thanks in advance.
Hi, I'm looking for a taxi from Dakhla airport to downtown Dakhla.
If you know a contact ?????
Hi there,
I’m looking for info about driving a vehicle in Tunisia.
Is it complicated?
Do I need an international driver’s permit?
Thanks for your help
Hi there,
I’m heading to Morocco in September 2026, and part of my trip takes me through Merzouga. I’m looking for a 4x4 driver-guide to explore the area with my partner and me.
Any recommendations?
Have a great day
I’m heading to Morocco in September 2026, and part of my trip takes me through Merzouga. I’m looking for a 4x4 driver-guide to explore the area with my partner and me.
Any recommendations?
Have a great day
It's all in the title.
Thanks in advance
Hi everyone,
Even though I come to Morocco four times a year, it’s been a long time since I’ve made the trip by car. I need to refresh my knowledge! I’ll be traveling in early October. I have a car that’s about 20 years old. The plan is to cross via Algeciras/Ceuta.
A few questions:
1) Does this crossing still exist? If so, do I need to buy the ticket in advance or on the spot? From whom? Any advice is welcome!
2) What documents are required for the car?
3) If anyone is making the trip around the same time, it could be fun to drive together 😊
I know there are experts on this forum.
Thanks in advance
Even though I come to Morocco four times a year, it’s been a long time since I’ve made the trip by car. I need to refresh my knowledge! I’ll be traveling in early October. I have a car that’s about 20 years old. The plan is to cross via Algeciras/Ceuta.
A few questions:
1) Does this crossing still exist? If so, do I need to buy the ticket in advance or on the spot? From whom? Any advice is welcome!
2) What documents are required for the car?
3) If anyone is making the trip around the same time, it could be fun to drive together 😊
I know there are experts on this forum.
Thanks in advance




