yes. i believe the hottest we had it was about 105*F (41*C) and that was in Karnak (Luxor). It is a dry heat (LOL) so it is different than a similar temp in a humid place like Florida. the air is not so wet and heavy like a blanket, but if you are not used to it, it does tend to sap you. Light clothes, hats, and LOTS of water or teas. I remember walking and thinking little bugs were biting my legs, but it was just the superheated sand that was getting kicked up. I would say if that is your only time, it is better to go then than not at all. Egypt is a mind blowing place to visit.
Thank you! Did the itinerary get modified at all due to the heat? Did ABD try to do anything “extra” to keep folks comfortable? Not sure my teen is going to tolerate the temperature, but it is a bucket list trip!
I did Egypt in July 2022. It was hot, average 99-102 every day. There were no itinerary changes due to heat, but the guides did a good job of making sure we stayed hydrated and out of the sun when possible. Most of the touring was in the morning or evening except Abu Simbel (late morning after flight) and Karnak (afternoon). We were given umbrellas to shade from the heat, and the guides kept us in shady areas at Karnak. They also treated us to cold sodas after many of the locations to cool off a bit before reboarding the van.
I've never heard of that happening, but who knows? They'd have to have nobody at all signed up for the trip to do this, because it's being sold as an adults only departure, and they wouldn't be able to just change that on somebody who is already booked on the trip. I'd assume they'd be more likely to cancel the departure than convert it to a family departure.
