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Incredible Trip with Topdeck

Incredible Trip with Topdeck - Delve Deep: Turkey ! Absolutely amazing experience ! Well put together tour & activities - great balance of culture, tradition, history, fun & plenty of new friends! Our Guide, Baha, made the trip unforgettable - was extremely knowledgeable & passionate - made sure everyone was included! One of the best ways to travel for sure 💛

Date of experience : June 29, 2024

Unsanitary Sailboat, Downgraded and Shortened Trip, Unorganized Tour Guide, Inappropriate and Rude Crew, Horrible Customer Service

***I do not recommend traveling with Topdeck or on the Moja Maja sailboat to any traveler for numerous reasons:*** 1. Our ship was downgraded last-minute. I purchased Sail and Swim: Croatia Plus (Leonardo). Topdeck downgraded our ship to an inferior ship, the Moja Maja. T***, a team leader, and G**, our tour guide, did not provide a specific reason. 2. My cabin on the sailboat was infested with bedbugs. I had 30+ bites on my body. 3. My health was severely compromised. Without my permission, the crew sprayed bedbug poison in my first cabin with my belongings in it and in my second cabin. I was forced to sleep in the second cabin that was sprayed the same day with bedbug poisoning, which was severely hazardous to my health. 4. The second cabin was awful and unsanitary. It had no window shades. I had to hang a towel to cover the window for privacy and to sleep. The soap dispenser in the bathroom did not work. I was provided with no blankets. Bugs, other than bedbugs, were in the bathroom. 5. The crew denied me access to my belongings. I could not work on my laptop, causing me to lose over $11,000. I could not charge my mobile phone, not allowing me to use it for work, pictures, videos, and ridesharing appropriately. Because I did not have my contact lenses, I could not see properly. Since I did not have my toiletries, I was forced to purchase toiletries at a grocery store. 6. My belongings were destroyed by the bedbug poisonings. I had to throw out about 95% of my belongings (luggage, backpack, clothes, toiletries, supplies, supplements, etc.), totaling over $10,000. 7. The tour was shortened and limited, not as scheduled or promised. Our tour was limited because of the schedule changes. We were unable to visit some of the sites and experience some activities. We could not fully experience Croatia. 8. The food was subpar, and the dishware was unsanitary. For breakfast, the eggs were not fully cooked, and the sausages were overcooked. The coffee tasted awful and had grounds in it. The water glasses were dirty. For lunch and dinner, the soups were broth with no contents. For the optional barbecue, the meat was inedible, having pieces of bone and excessive fat. Also, the sailboat ran out of supplies, including some non-alcoholic drinks. 9. The tour guide was unorganized and cared only about herself. G**, the tour guide, consistently provided the daily schedule significantly late, sometimes after lunchtime. She did not help me communicate with Topdeck about my situation. 10. The crew cared only about themselves and their business and were unprofessional. When she was notified of the bedbugs, the captain was upset and made me feel horrible about the situation. When I showed her the bedbugs I caught and placed in tissues, she became quite angry, crushed the tissues with the bedbugs, and littered, throwing the tissues into the sea. She yelled in a language I did not understand, making me feel like a burden. Some of the crew partied with the clients at a club until around 4:00 a.m., which is quite unprofessional and inappropriate. 11. Topdeck has poor customer service and only cares about its revenues, not about its clients. During the trip, I called Topdeck. I explained the situation to T***, a team leader. She said she would call me back with a remedy. She did not call me back. If you have a problem during a trip, Topdeck will wait to contact you back with a "remedy" until your trip is finished to attempt to use you finishing the trip as a reason not to properly remedy the situation. Topdeck will have no sympathy or empathy for your poor experiences and insult you with laughable "remedies." After the trip, I spoke with S*****, a customer experience manager, and C******, the general manager. Based on our conversations, Topdeck's primary concern is generating revenue not providing a positive client experience.

Date of experience : June 08, 2024

Topdeck customer service is poor

Topdeck customer service is poor. They do not accommodate you if cancellations are made due to weather- you are left to cover this expense. They book you cheap and dirty hotels that are not worth the cost of the tour. You can do the same itinerary for half the price and have an enjoyable comfortable stay in decent hotels. Rip off!!!

Date of experience : October 17, 2022

Beautiful places ….

If it weren’t for the beautiful places I’m visiting on this tour, I would be having one of the worst experiences ever. Don’t get me wrong, I’m used to being a solo traveller, but when you feel like you’re being deliberately left out … it’s an issue. An issue that I shouldn’t have when I’m on a group tour! I particularly dislike having to spend solo days because it’s impossible not to feel left out. This tour has been particularly unkind which is a shame because the places I’ve been and experiences Ive had ( galleries, museums etc) are some of the best in the world. I just think they missed the mark .,,.. once you feel left out it’s exceptionally hard to feel anything else.

Date of experience : May 18, 2023

Unscrupulous and uncaring company

My daughter had a holiday booked for June with Topdeck. This was cancelled due to coronavirus and she is being told that they have retrospectively changed their terms of business so she cannot have a refund, just a travel voucher. She has been laid off from work and badly needs her money back but Topdeck seemed unconcerned with the emotional and financial pain they are causing their customers. My daughter was not asked to agree to the new terms, which are against all guidance from various travel bodies. Topdeck is an unscrupulous and uncaring company.

Date of experience : April 17, 2020

Never again!

I booked the Hawaii tour for April which have now been cancelled due to Corona They are refusing to provide me with a refund even when it is a clear breach of their terms and conditions and just keep regurgitating the same information when I contacted them They are taking advantage at a time like this

Date of experience : March 16, 2020

Amazing Experience!

I booked my first Topdeck tour a few months ago to travel as a solo female to New Zealand. It was one of the best trips I have ever been on. The itinerary was thoughtful, the guides were fun and knowledgeable, and it was a great crew. It would have been extremely difficult for me to see as many places as I did if I had rented a car and driven on my own. Will definitely book again!

Date of experience : January 03, 2020

LIED ABOUT GUARANTEED REFUNDS COVID19

I am extremely disappointed in Topdeck. My first ever trip a few years ago was amazing that I convinced my friend to go on a Europe tour with me in April. Before international travel was even banned I chased up topdeck for weeks asking what would happen if it was cancelled. They sent me a message saying it most likely wouldn’t be cancelled but on the off chance that it was I would get a full refund. Two days later they cancelled all April trips. I am now being told that won’t be honoured even though I showed them the message. This is absolutely disgusting and appalling to think a company can be this heartless during a crisis like this and go back on their word. Not only did they cancel our trip and won’t refund us. If we accept the voucher we have a limited time to use it and we have to pay extra for any difference in price. We have no job so no income, and all our savings went into this trip which topdeck now won’t refund us.

Date of experience : April 23, 2020

People giving negative feedback because of covid haven't even been on tour.

Just been on tour without any issues. The reviews about covid don't reflect the quality of tours actually happening. 😎

Date of experience : October 01, 2022

They will do whatever they can to not…

They will do whatever they can to not honor their obligations

Date of experience : July 15, 2022

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Delve Deep: New Zealand North Island 2024-25

• Visit Whangarei Falls
• Visit Waitangi Treaty Ground
• Orientation walk around Pahia with Trip Leader
• Visit Waitomo Caves
• Orientation walk around Rotorua with Trip Leader
• Orientation tour, marae visit, workshops and hangi dinner at Kohutapu Lodge
• Visit Wai-O-Tapu thermal pools
• Visit Lake Taupo and Huka Falls
• Orientation walk of Tongariro National Park with Trip Leader
• Orientation walk around Wellington with Trip Leader

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• New Zealand

Attractions

• Tongariro National Park

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• Air-conditioned minicoach

Kia ora! Welcome to Auckland: home to over 50 volcanos, this city sure is a blast (sorry not sorry). First up: meet the fellow explorers you’ll be sharing the adventure with. Then: we’ll dig into our first group dinner. Ready to delve deep into the North Island’s mind-blowing landscapes and richer-than-rich culture? See you bright and early!

Meals: Dinner

Local culture? Tick. Epic landscapes? Tick. Time to leave? Tick. Sad face. BUT: it doesn’t have to end like this. Hop on a flight to Christchurch and join our New Zealand South Island trip – the timings work out perfectly, we checked. You know you want to...

Meals: Breakfast

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Incredible Trip with Topdeck - Delve Deep: Turkey ! Absolutely amazing experience ! Well put together tour & activities - great balance of culture, tradition, h...

Best Tour Guide every so helpful an always switched on, best part was enjoying Long Drinks on the ferry Keep up the great work

Best Tour Guide every so helpful an always switched on, best pa...

Unsanitary Sailboat, Downgraded and Shortened Trip, Unorganized Tour Guide, Inappropriate and Rude Crew, Horrible Customer Service

***I do not recommend traveling with Topdeck or on the Moja Maja sailboat to any traveler for numerous reasons:*** 1. Our ship was downgraded last-minute. I purch...

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So, who the hell are topdeck.

Short answer: we’re the travel-enthusiast fairy godmother you never had. We’re your hassle-free ticket to discovering more destinations. Your exit from the daily grind into life changing experiences. A chance to uncover extraordinary with a bunch of curious, like-minded people – with the freedom to delve deeper and just be you.

Aged 18 to 30-something? We’re devoted to making your travel dreams a reality. And after years in the group travel biz we know what you want – and we aren’t scared of over-delivering. Forget forking out for the logistics, we’ll sort it for you. Accommodation, experiences, transport... we've got you.

Then? There’s all that free time to just. do. you. Be spontaneous. Do your thing. ‘Cause this is what you came for. And if you need local tips, we’ve got your back. Our Trip Leaders are the experts who don’t just lead; who inspire. Who will make your world come alive, and were born to do it.

A Topdeck trip is an alternate reality. A realer real, away from home, work, the usual. Your chance to be the best version of yourself. To be an insider, not a bystander. To share incredible moments with people who are 100% different, but 100% the same. To strip it all back and find the real you.

Trust us, if you go it alone, it sure as hell won’t be the same

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Breakfasts: 9

• FYI: these are optional activities available locally. Things might change – prices are here to give you a rough idea.
• Tour of Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach: from $170
• Bay of Islands sundown cruise: from $90
• Hole in the Rock cruise: from $150
• Visit Ruakuri Cave: from $70
• Blackwater rafting at Waitomo Caves: from $179
• Visit the Hobbiton movie set: from $150
• Ziplining canopy tour: from $179
• Whitewater rafting in Rotorua: from $139
• Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with a local guide (October to April): from $395

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• New Year = New Trips! ✨ New year, new me? *snoooooooore* 😴 thank u, next…  2024 is all about embracing the REAL and authentic YOU!   Because we think you’re pretty awesome 😎  But y’know what would make your year even better? A Topdeck trip (obvs!)  And we’ve got 8 BRAND NEW INCRED trips for you to check out rn (p.s. […] Nicole Read 0 Comments January 26, 2024
• 2023 = the year of REAL group travel Ready to inject 2023 with a dose of adventure? ✅ Travel to heaps of new countries. ✅ See bucket-list sights. ✅ Do. It. ALL. with a bunch of mates who finna become your besties for LIFE. There's nothin' like the mates we make when 8,000 miles away from home 💗 Top group travel activities? Not […] Faye Smith 0 Comments January 17, 2023
• Topdecker Tales – Get Social: New Zealand New Zealand has been at the top of my never-ending bucket list, so you can imagine just how excited I was to go on this trip. My expectations were high, hearing from friends how there is nowhere like it, and marvelling at the beauty of the country seen through many images of my friends’ exploits.   […] Johanna Myers 0 Comments February 25, 2022
• 12 Photos You Won’t Believe Were Taken In New Zealand. New Zealand‘s got it going on. With some of the most incredible natural landscapes in the world and some pretty cool cities, travelling around New Zealand is sure to leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Come check out these 12 fab photos of New Zealand. Let’s see how far down the list you get […] Marianne Lampon 0 Comments January 24, 2019
• These 19 Photos Will 100% Make You Wanna Travel In 2019. 2019 is upon us! And we all know what that means… It’s time to start planning 2019’s travel adventures. Question is, where do you wanna go? If you’re struggling to choose a destination, take a look at these 19 photos to get your travel inspo sorted. You’ll probably wanna travel the whole world afterwards, though. […] Marianne Lampon 0 Comments December 22, 2018
• 16 Epic Things To Do In Australia And New Zealand. Want an epic list of things to do in Australia and New Zealand? Well, we’ve got you covered with beaches, #views for days and those must-do experiences Down Under. Question is, where do you wanna go? We’ve got lots of adventure to add to your Australian itinerary. But, if New Zealand is the next destination […] Marianne Lampon 0 Comments November 15, 2018

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Get Social: Europe Express (Winter) 2025-26

• Explore iconic Berlin landmarks by bus Join a historic walking tour in Berlin Discover Prague's gothic architecture Experience Vienna's musical heritage Stroll through Venice's famous landmarks

Get Social: Canadian Rockies

• Ditch the cities for the picturesque forests of Whistler Ride in a 'sno-coach' on the wondrous Athabasca Glacier Soak your weary muscles in the hot springs of Banff Fall in love with the cosmopolitan vibes of Vancouver

Delve Deep: Morocco

• Live la dolce vita whilst wandering the ruins in Volubilis  Savour the view before hopping on a camel in Errachidia Sleep under the stars in an enchanting desert camp Step into your own Roadrunner cartoon at Todra Gorge

Play & Pause: Great European (Winter)

• Explore Paris by night on a Seine River cruise Ride a revolving gondola up Mt Titlis See the Leaning Tower and dine in Pisa Discover Venice with a classic gondola ride Tour Munich and enjoy a Bavarian beer hall

Get Social: New Zealand

• Explore Waitomo's glowworm caves by boat Experience a traditional Maori hangi dinner Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing Kayak with seals in Abel Tasman Park Cruise the fjords of Milford Sound

Delve Deep: New Zealand North Island (11 destinations)

• Explore Auckland's volcanic landscape Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds Cruise through Waitomo's glowworm caves Experience Maori culture and a hangi dinner Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Get Social: Canadian Rockies (Winter)

• Drive the Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler Ride the record-breaking Peak 2 Peak Gondola Explore Banff with a guided orientation walk Ski across famous slopes in Banff and Whistler Soak in Banff's Upper Hot Springs

Get Social: USA West to East

• Explore the neon lights of Las Vegas Strip Experience the Grand Canyon's vast beauty Tour Monument Valley's incredible landscapes Enjoy a night out at Billy Bob's Texas Discover New Orleans' vibrant French Quarter

Play & Pause: Britain & Ireland

• Explore Oxford's historic sites on foot Tour Edinburgh's medieval landmarks Discover the mysteries of Loch Ness Walk through Glasgow with a local guide Experience Belfast's poignant history

Delve Deep: Intro to Japan

• Explore Tokyo's vibrant Asakusa district Visit the grand Meiji Shrine and Harajuku Experience karaoke in Tokyo's nightlife Discover Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Shrine Taste Osaka's famous street food

Delve Deep: Iceland (Winter)

• Taste Icelandic beers and local cuisine Explore the Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Witness the Northern Lights in remote areas Hike glaciers and visit black-sand beaches Discover Reykjavík's history and geothermal baths

Get Social: Scandi Express (Winter)

• Explore Copenhagen on a guided walking tour Ski at a snowy Norwegian resort Stroll through Stockholm's historic Gamla Stan Taste traditional Scandinavian dishes Visit museums on Oslo's Bygdøy Island

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About Topdeck

Topdeck is a collective of explorers who are devoted to travel, we strive to open minds, shift perspectives, learn new things and make a difference. We build epic group trips for 18 to 30 somethings and our passion is to inspire young people through life-changing travel experiences. With over 46 years’ experience, our business is to make travel dreams a reality, we know what works and we’re not afraid to shout about it. We offer variety, comfort and value for money, and promise a hassle-free holiday, loaded with authentic local experiences. With loads of free time to explore, heaps of included meals, access to some amazing bucket list activities and the opportunity to meet a whole bunch of like-minded young travellers, Topdeck trips are way more than your average package tour. They’re the experience of a lifetime. We build the trips. You build the memories. So, if you’re looking for an unforgettable adventure? Topdeck’s the only choice!

Started by friends in 1973 who shared a passion for adventure, Topdeck Travel has a long history of delivering authentic and fun group travel. Originally transport was provided by double decker buses, which gave way to the name Topdeck. From 1974 onwards, and even into the 1990s, these ‘deckers’ (double decker buses) travelled throughout Europe and even further afield in to Morocco, the Middle East, and sometimes making the extended trip between London and Kathmandu.

During the 1980s, the company decided it would move further afield into the United States of America, where it started operations. The company even ran trips from Sydney to London from 1980 onwards, with the last leg using a converted Sydney double decker to stay in theme. Later on it was decided to introduce coaches, and then this happened in the mid 1980’s, it was primarily for the winter ski holidays. This marked the end of the old double deckers, with the 1990’s marking the start of retirement for them in great numbers.

Once this happened, the focus shifted towards camping trips, staying in various campsites across Europe. After this, Topdeck started to take shape as the company we know it today, offering camping, hostel based trips, and even trips with hotel accommodation. one of the original Topdeck double decker buses can still be seen to this day at the Isle of Wight Bus Museum, which is near Newport, Isle of Wight.

Why Topdeck

40 Years Experiences Topdeck has used their 40 years experience put together the itinerary of each tour with the traveler in mind. When on tour, you will be with other similarly aged, like minded travelers - and your new friends will be there with you to share the excitement and experience new places! Free Time to Explore Topdeck knows how important time is, and that is why they give you as much free time as possible, so you can go and explore at your own pace. The expert staff at Topdeck are enthusiastic about travel, and they know their stuff. You can rely on them to ensure you get the best out of your trip, and they will do everything to make sure that happens.

Topdeck Benefits

Experienced Staff The best bit about having motivated, knowledgeable staff is that they take care of all the boring stuff, and you enjoy the fun parts of travelling. They will make sure there is no overbooked trains, accommodation fully booked, or language problems... they are there to make life easy for you! Details Organised Topdeck organise all accommodation, transport, food, local guided tours and they even have some 'Totally Topdeck' experiences. What is included in your tour is clearly marked, so that you can budget for the other important things; like shopping and having a good time. When traveling, the Topdeck staff are there to assist - whether it’s the guides in Europe, the drivers in Australia, or a local guide in Egypt - they are there to make sure you can get the most out of your experience with local knowledge, tips and tricks, or local specialties.

Our Focus on You

Picture this: borders start to open, and travel is the topic of conversation again. But what does that look like post COVID-19? How is Topdeck going to keep you safe while travelling the world?

Great questions. And our answers will continue to evolve as we learn more about keeping your health protected while travelling on the road. Once announced, you can be assured all our actions will fall in line with government regulations, World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines and industry best practise.

All coaches are thoroughly cleaned before each trip starts and regularly throughout as standard. As soon as we’re back on the road, your Topdeck Crew will pay extra attention to cleanliness ensuring all surfaces including handrails, door handles, tables, seats, air-conditioning filters and overhead lockers are cleaned and sanitised throughout the duration of your trip. With plenty of hand sanitiser available for your use!

We know you're still keen to travel, and that you might be feeling a bit nervous about booking right now. We understand that. So to help ease those nerves, we've added some extra flexibility for all new bookings until further notice, allowing you to change your departure date or trip up to 40 days before travel - with no changes fees or penalties. *Terms & Conditions apply.

Don’t stress. We’ve got you. Every trip starts with a full briefing of what to expect – this will now include the do’s, don’ts and recommendations to help you travel safe. However, it's vital you take personal responsibility for your own wellbeing before, during and after your Topdeck trip – adhering to hygiene measures as recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO). These will include regular hand washing and sanitising, no sharing of products or food and wearing a face mask and gloves as required. Be sure to download the Topdeck app ahead of your trip departure to stay informed on the most up-to-date advice.

We take our supplier and partner relationships very seriously and in response to COVID-19, there are no exceptions. We're working with all our accommodation and Topdeck experience suppliers to ensure cleaning protocols, hygiene records, customer ratings and risk assessments are centred around your safety and wellbeing. This is new to us all and while we don’t have all the answers right now, we’re  actively  working on it. All information regarding changes we implement for your safety, will be readily available via the Topdeck app and highlighted in your departure briefing.

Let’s face it, our Crew are already everyday hero’s in our eyes. But we hear you, travelling is going to need to be a little different in the future to best protect your health and wellbeing. So, before we hit the road again, all Crew members will undergo further training to equip them with the skills required to keep you as safe as possible.

Topdeck Guides

Judes Douglass (Jody)

Vincenzo Sapia

Stien Swinnen

Jessica Thompson

John McCarten (Johnny)

Carolyn Anderson

Hannah Waughman

Emily Bavis

Jacinthe M.

Morgan Georg

Blinky Pyper

Danny Dillen

Alamir Sadek Alamir

Jared Worsteling

SARAH JASMINE LABIB

Daisy Wright

Millie Stewart

Jackie Bettridge

Jemma Greenhalgh

Mitch Adams

Lauren Ellam

Amanda dutchman

Alan MacLeod

Scott Reeve

Questions & Answers

What is the gorilla & chimp excursion permit.

The excursion to the Ugandan jungle to witness rare mountain gorillas is entirely optional, but due to admirable conservation efforts being made to ensure the gorillas' survival, only a limited number of gorilla permits are available per day. These permits must be pre-booked and paid in advance. Please be aware that no company can reserve permits in bulk and they are assigned on a first-come basis. Included in the permit cost is an excursion to track chimpanzees in their natural habitat at Kyambura Gorge, another unforgettable African wildlife encounter. Please contact us for details on this trip.

How to get to the departure point?

Flights are not included in the tour package, but please contact us and we may be able to offer some advice on how to get to the starting point of your Topdeck tour.

Is solo traveller allowed on the trip?

Yes, many Topdeck passengers travel alone. They don't charge compulsory single supplements – instead they'll match you up with roommates of the same sex.

What kinds of people will be on the trip?

Topdeck travellers come from all over the world and are aged between 18 and 39.

What is average group size on the trip?

Since late bookings and cancellations do occur, there isnt a way to know exactly how many people will be on your trip. Popular itineraries during peak summer season usually have 25-45 passengers. In the event of smaller groups, a modified passenger van may be used to improve logistics, as well as creating a better group dynamic.

What is the inclusion on the trip?

Each trip includes coach transport, ferry transfers (where applicable), accommodation, meals, National Park Fees, sightseeing tours and some entry fees.

What time does the trip start?

It depends on the trip and departure city. Meeting times are generally between 07:30 – 08:30 on the morning of departure. On some trips, you will join the group in the evening and will spend that night in the joining city; in these situations, there will be a mandatory Welcome Meeting with your Trip Leader at a set time.

What location does the trip depart from for North America tours?

The departure points for Topdeck's North America trips will be at the joining accommodation and varies depending on the departure city. It will also be provided in your pre-departure documentation.

What currency should I bring for my Egypt for Middle East trip?

There are numerous cash machines in all of the starting cities in the region, plus all of the cities and major towns so local currency is easily available. You may wish to bring a small amount of US$ or GBP cash just in case of an emergency. Please also make sure to notify your bank of your travel plans before you head off!

What are the recommended things to bring on the trip?

Lightweight cottons and linens are recommended for the summer with some warmer clothing needed for winter. For trips in Egypt which include felucca sailing, it's important that you bring a sleeping bag with you. Make sure you bring a swimming costume for summer departures.

What are the kinds of transportation that Topdeck use?

In Egypt, Topdeck use coaches and mini-buses which are modern, air-conditioned and comfortable. At times, they use 1st class train services (overnight service) to cover the longer journeys from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo (recliner seats). The method of transport being used on your trip (train or coach) is normally advised at the briefing meeting on Day 1. Certain trips also feature transport on 5-star luxury cruise boats or traditional felucca boats on the Nile. In Jordan, Israel and Morocco Topdeck use comfy, air-conditioned mini coaches with experienced local drivers.

Is there an option on learning to dive on the trip?

Yes, Topdeck offers ""Learn to Dive"" trip in Egypt for those who want to learn to scuba dive. Learn to Dive stays in Dahab on the Red Sea, famously known as one of the best diving spots in the world. All equipment (with the exception of the dive manual) is included in the trip price. If you are an experienced diver and need a refresher course, these can be booked for an additional USD$30. Guided dives are also available for passengers who already have an Open Water Licence and have been for a dive within the last six months (additional costs apply for this).

Is it possible to extend my stay?

Please contact us for details. Our 24/7 customer support is happy to assist you with bookings and other tour information.

What are the guidelines for existing medical conditions?

Please get in touch with us and we can definitely assist you in providing the information to the tour operator.

What is recommended if a traveller is on a special diet?

For special dietary requirements e.g. vegetarian or vegan, Topdeck will make every endeavour to cater for the travellers specific needs. However in some places it is not possible to obtain certain special foods, and the availability is not guaranteed. Please contact us for more information and we can certainly discuss your options.

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