Cairo Day Tours
Because Egypt is a majority-Muslim country with conservative cultural values, many American and European travelers assume it is a "dry" country. If you are hoping to enjoy a cold beer by the pool or a glass of wine with your dinner on the Nile, you might be wondering if it is even legal.
The short answer is: Yes, you can absolutely drink alcohol in Egypt. However, it operates under a specific set of rules that you need to understand.
Where You Can Drink
Alcohol is perfectly legal and widely available, but it is heavily contained to tourist areas and licensed establishments.
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Hotels and Resorts: Almost all 4 and 5-star international hotels and Red Sea resorts have fully stocked bars, lounges, and poolside service.
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Nile Cruises: Your cruise ship will have a full bar serving imported spirits, local beer, and wine.
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Licensed Restaurants: High-end restaurants in Cairo (especially in areas like Zamalek or New Cairo) serve alcohol. Standard street-side cafes and local eateries do not.
The Golden Rule: Keep It Behind Closed Doors
The most important cultural rule to respect is that public intoxication and drinking on the streets are strictly illegal and highly offensive to the local culture. You will never see someone walking down the street with an open container. Enjoy your drinks inside the hotel, on the cruise deck, or at the bar, and you will have zero issues.
What to Drink: The Local Brews
Imported liquor in Egypt is subject to massive luxury taxes, making a standard cocktail very expensive. To save your budget, try the local options! Stella (a crisp, local Egyptian lager, not the Belgian one) and Sakara are excellent, refreshing beers after a hot day of touring.
At Kemerya Tours
We ensure that the 5-star Nile Cruises and luxury accommodations we book for our clients offer excellent dining and beverage options, allowing you to relax and toast to a perfect sunset over the Nile without a second thought.
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