Are bottled water and minibar drinks provided in Cairo hotels, and how much water should you take to the Pyramids?

A standard room may have its minibar replenished every day: reported items included 2 Fantas, 2 Coca-Colas, 2 Coca-Cola Zeros, 2 Sprites, 2 beers, 2 juices, bottled water, tea and coffee. Check the exact inclusions when booking, as they depend on the hotel and rate.

In one accommodation setup, the weekly allocation included two cans each of Cola, Sprite and Mirinda, plus bottled water, tea bags, sugar, powdered creamer and 3-in-1 coffee. This suggests some soft drinks may be supplied as a weekly allowance rather than daily.

At another hotel, two 0.5-litre bottles of water were left each morning, with additional water available from dispensers. Mineral water was also available at the bars.

For a hot Pyramids excursion, take at least 1.5 litres of water per person plus juice or soft drinks; that amount may only last until lunch. A sun hat, sunglasses, long sleeves and long trousers are also useful.