Egypt has stringent laws for importing medications! One pack of pain pills can land you in jail for years! Your doctor has all the information on bringing prescription drugs to Egypt Tour Packages Egyptian airlines and vacation airlines usually have a loose provision for luggage on board, and it is scarce that only hand luggage is included in the ticket price. You are allowed 20kg of checked baggage and one carry-on suitcase to Egypt (still, please double-check before departure).