Toiletries and Medical Supplies: It's an absolute must! I got bit up something awful in Luxor - the mosquitos got me on my arms, my back, even my fingers!
Written Mar 22, 2006
Miscellaneous: The Illustrated Guide to Luxor. Tombs, Temples, and Museums. By Kent R. Weeks. See for details my General Tip.
Updated Sep 19, 2005
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Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Shorts are a must but in some areas you will be required to cover up so bring a sarong/wrap or trousers to carry with you on day trips.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: High factor sun protection!
Written Jul 28, 2005
Miscellaneous: You'll do a lot of walking, so put on comfortable walking shoes, wear layers of clothing and always have a bottle of water with you!
Written Jul 14, 2005
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Lightweight cottons and linens and something on your head. And of course comfortable shoes.
Photo Equipment: Lot's of films.
Miscellaneous: Bring several bottles of water
Written Jun 15, 2004
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: The ground in most of the temples and tombs can be quite uneven so bring decent shoes
Written Sep 9, 2002
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The ground in most of the temples and tombs can be quite uneven so bring decent shoes
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