[amity]

I really want to go to Cairo in December, but I can't find any assistance (tours, guides, etc.) I know it's the off season, but this is my graduation present to myself and I will be working 55 hours a week starting in January.

I've never been out of the country. I can speak enough Arabic to get me by (I think) but it still sucks because right now I am going alone...

So, um, help?

Anyone have any contacts?
Anyone have suggestions on who/what to see (prices for privates/semi private lessons)
Do I have to pay taxes/export fees for the mad amount of costumes I want to bring back?
I have my passport, do I need anything else?
Cheap airlines?
Guided tours?