How Much Should You Tip in Egypt?

Tipping, known locally as baksheesh, is a well-established and genuinely expected part of everyday transactions in Egypt's tourism industry, more consistently so than in many other destinations — it's built into how service roles are compensated rather than a purely optional extra.

Guides, drivers, and cruise crew

For guides and drivers, a per-day tip is standard practice; for Nile cruises, many operators suggest a general daily amount per passenger covering the crew collectively, sometimes with a separate amount for your dedicated guide. Ask your operator for their specific suggested guideline before you travel, since norms are well established but vary somewhat by service type — see What Questions Should You Ask Before Booking a Nile Cruise?.

Small tips are also customary for incidental services — a porter carrying bags, someone offering a small assist at a site — so carrying small-denomination local currency for this purpose is genuinely useful throughout the trip.