Egypt is one of those places which truly amaze and confound even seasoned travelers with its unbelievable ancient sites and unforgettable culture, despite the glaring poverty which seemingly surrounds and swallows up nearly everything and everyone in the country. Some would have questioned my sanity to bring four young children to Egypt when some areas still remain off limits to travelers due to possible terrorist activity. Given all of these concerns why and how did we visit this amazing country of Egypt you may ask. Why, that's simple, its a cradle of civilization and for learned people a once in a lifetime destination not to be missed, simple as that. How, well... it could have been done differently no doubt, but I am very happy to say that I used a well known and highly capable local tour company. They took what I wanted to see, my budget, and applied the local knowledge required and essential to ensure that the trip would be safe, hassle free, and memorable. They did a fine job on this long 16 day trip across Egypt including visits to Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Aswan, Hurgada, and Alexandria. Some of the many highlights included cruising the Nile in a ship and visiting ancient ruins saved from the flooding of Lake Nasser (Abu Simbel). A brief respite from the sightseeing midway through the trip at the lovely and truly perfect family resort of Steinberger Aqua Magic in Hurgada recharged our batteries before diving back into the amazing scenery of Lower Egypt after a packed trip to Upper Egypt. The guides and drivers all did their absolute best to ensure we were always safe and that the children had extra time if needed such as to accommodate an extra trip to the WC or a quick nap in-amongst the sightseeing. At no time did we ever feel unsafe or unwelcome during our trip to Egypt, and on the contrary were made to feel very welcome by everyone we met be it in the street, at the hotel, in a restaurant, in the bazaar, etc etc. The truth is, you could spend a year in Egypt and only scratch the surface of what the country offers travelers, but for our family and budget we feel that our 16 day full tour of Egypt was exceptional in the quality, breadth and value offered by the tour company, and I deeply thank them for this life changing trip to Egypt. I only hope that I have the means and health to visit again in the future to this amazing country, and when I do, I will be sure to use this company once again. I hope this helps anyone contemplating taking on the Egypt trip with young children, best of luck!
The tour took me and my son through the highlights of Egypt, with something new and exciting everyday. It was well organised. Our time on the Royal Viking boat was amazing, we had the same guide for 4 days. Emad was not only was he a wealth of knowledge concerning Ancient and modern Egypt, but he looked after us like family. The itinerary was great, but Emad made sure the trip was incredible, helping us in all aspects of travel and in everything Egyptian. He was generous and caring. Thank you!
My recent trip to Egypt was nothing short of extraordinary, encompassing the vibrant city of Cairo, the iconic Pyramids, and a mesmerizing Nile cruise. From start to finish, the staff and organization were impeccable, surpassing all expectations. The team was not only exceptionally nice but also went above and beyond to ensure every detail was taken care of, making me feel incredibly well looked after throughout the journey.
The highlight of the trip was undoubtedly the Nile cruise, a truly amazing experience that allowed me to witness the beauty of Egypt from a unique perspective. The seamless coordination and warm hospitality onboard made every moment unforgettable.
Overall, my adventure through Cairo, the Pyramids, and the Nile cruise was a perfect blend of history, culture, and luxury, thanks to the excellent staff and their dedication to providing a top-notch experience. I can't recommend this trip enough for anyone seeking a remarkable journey through the wonders of Egypt
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
arabic, english, german
Destinations
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Karnak Temp
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Karnak Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo
It was an amazing experience: although I had some issue during my reservation process, Thomas (Bookmundi) & Ahmed (representative in Cairo) were extremely helpful, understanding and efficient. Ready to help me out with any requests and pampering me a lot to make a negative impression turning into a positive one.
Nile Cruise was my bucket list travel since I was a kid, dreaming about such a big civilization: being in the middle of such a huge temple, like Karnak, makes you feel you are back in the ancient, golden time and you can smell the magical atmosphere and the energy of that place. You cannot really describe that feeling fully!!!
Sailing at night along the Nile, snooping around the glimpse of calm, relaxing daily life along its shores, listening to the prayer call and smell the unforgettable flavors of Africa is something you cannot miss at all.
Life on the cruise is really relaxing: rooms are quite big with all the comforts you need. Food is pretty much impressive: I was not expecting at all such cuisine details and tasty flavors, from the Arabic world to the International palate.
The pool deck with its bar is the best option ever to relax after a long excursion or simply enjoy a book reading whilst you are sailing for your next destination.
Tour guides were really on the top of the things: very polite, easy going, cheerful and smiley and always ready to be at your service, very knowledgeable and extremely professional.
A very big round of applause for our tour guide in Cairo: Mohamed Jawad - a pure Egyptologist, a great archaeologist who was able to frame the history of Faraons and the whole ancient Egypt into a cultural, social background to provide you with a 360 degrees vision. It was an absolute pleasure to go around in Cairo with him and discover every single corner of such a vibrant city: tips on every day life, secrets of new discoveries and future happenings in Egypt was our favorite topic among the streets of the city. A highly recommended guide, a friend, a very knowledgeable and curios, pure Egyptian who will make you love their gigantic history. There should be, not only in Egypt, more tour guides like him, on earth who can make history like if it was storytelling. An amazing person, a friend, a tour guide and a person to trust with for your future holiday in Egypt.
I cannot wait for my second adventure in Egypt: more to discover among the Pyramids - Cheops took my heart and worked on my energy level like no tomorrow.
Inshallah, one day I will be back - I do not wanna miss the opening of the new Museum of Egyptian Antiquity for anything in the world!!!
My first trip with G, which will be the first of many. It was genuinely life changing, and has opened my eyes to "solo group travel". Saad depened the experience with knowledge and care, and the trip was unforgettable. 100000/10
Chill out
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Aswan, Luxor
Cairo, Aswan, Luxor
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This was my first time in in Egypt, it was an unforgettable experience! After seeing the Great Pyramids in Giza I took an overnight train to Luxor and spent several days exploring everything Luxor has to offer. I found the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank to be particularly fascinating (So much Ancient Egyptian history in a relatively small area!). I then spent three nights on a Nile cruise towards Aswan. The weather was perfect and we stopped at two Ancient Egyptian temples, Edfu and Kom Ombo. My tour guide was a certified Egyptogolist named Ahmed Haggag Ali. He really seemed to enjoy being a tour guide and his English was perfect. He explained the temples to me and was able to answer all of my questions. Kom Ombo was particularly fascinating to me because it was an ancient hospital. After arriving in Aswan, Ahmed was also my tour guide for visiting Abu Simbel (Another must see part of Egypt!). I highly recomend visiting Egypt and having Ahmed as a guide, you will not be disappointed.
We had a wonderful trip to Egypt planned by the local travel specialists. We saw everything we had hoped to see and enjoyed the expertise that our guides Yousra Ali and Mahmoud Badr provided. Our driver Zaher did a great job navigating the traffic in Cairo. Mahmoud our contact helped us get the COVID tests we needed to return home for which we are grateful.
Book this guided, 8-day tour with us and experience the best of Egypt. Starting from Cairo, this tour will take you to the pyramids of Giza before you fly to Luxor and board a Nile River cruise to Aswan. See some of the major landmarks along the way, including the Abu Simbel Temples, Valley of the Kings, and the Edfu Temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, widely considered to be one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples.
You will also get the chance to explore the temple complex of Karnak, the largest temple complex of the ancient world, as well as the temple island of Philae, home to many temples dating back to Pharaonic, Greek, and Roman times.
Visit the famous Egyptian Museum upon returning to Cairo before we drive you to the airport. For more details about this tour, please go through the itinerary below.
You can add 1 night or more in a hotel 5* cost 49€ till 65€ per person per night in a double room.
You can add 1 night or more in a hotel 4* cost starting from 42€ till 58€ per person per night in a double room.
Fees government, sales taxes, municipal government, etc not including.
This itinerary is generic. They will have a personalized itinerary when making the reservation and confirmation of the plane and domestic flight. (Although it may vary depending on the day of your arrival, departure, the day of boarding of the Nile cruise, and/or the day of commencement of each circuit). Consult us.
Rates increase by 20% during Christmas, New Year and Easter (increased fee amounts are collected in Egypt).
Join us on this 7-day, private tour of Egypt and see some of the most important highlights the country has to offer. Start your tour from Cairo. See the pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx as well as the Valley Temple of Khafre. Enjoy riding a camel or a horse around the pyramids before calling it a day.
Go on a Nile river cruise from Cairo to Aswan and get the chance to see the Temple of Kom Ombo. Set sail for Luxor. See impressive ruins and beautiful sceneries between Aswan and Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Marvel at the grandeur of the ancient temple complex of Karnak before catching your flight back to Cairo.
Fees government, sales taxes, municipal government, etc not including.
This trip also offers a chance to customize your itinerary as per your requirement. For more about this Egypt tour, please go through the itinerary below.
Ancient history, golden sands and crowded souqs – Egypt is the ultimate destination for any adventurous traveller. This nine-day trip is the perfect mix of blockbuster wonders and intimate moments, with loads of planned activities and plenty of time to wander at your own pace. Your local leader will take you to bucket list icons like the Pyramids of Giza (one of the Seven Wonders of the World) in Cairo and the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, then guide you off the beaten path to eat koshari in a local downtown joint, or into a bazaar to meet a perfume merchant. Kayak along the Nile, spend a night on a traditional felucca under starry skies and drink your body weight in mint tea. The best part? You’ll do it all with like-minded travellers your own age.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
We saw so many things and now have lots of good memories. it was a lot of traveling by car, bus and air, but all went smoothly. We especially enjoyed our guides and drivers. They were so helpful and got us around safely.
Marvel at the wonders of Jordan and Egypt on a cultural adventure.
Explore Jordan’s rich history including the ruins of Jerash and Ajloun. Camp overnight in the desert of Wadi Rum and float in the Dead Sea. Be awestruck by the Red Rose City of Petra before heading to bustling markets of Cairo. Cruise along the Nile from Aswan to Luxor in a 5 star Nile Cruiser. Soak up the Egyptian history as you discover the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel and more.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin, Camping, Luxury Hotel
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Amman, Nile, Luxor, Wadi
Cairo, Amman, Nile, Luxor, Wadi Rum, Petra, Aswan
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Step into the ancient world of Egypt and discover the Great Pyramids. Experience the captivating chaos of Cairo, spend 3 nights gently floating down the river Nile in a traditional river cruise boat and have the chance to embark on a Red Sea cruise. A trip to Egypt with Contiki will ensure you have a trip to remember.
This trip is perfect if you want to really smash out Europe, safely experience Egypt and if you haven’t travelled much. We got to see so many amazing places and now I have a great idea of where I would go back to. Yes it is very fast paced and you wont do everything you want to but you do 95% of the main attractions of each place and you have people to share the experiences with. You will 100% make friends on these trips if you solo traveler :)
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel, Resort, Guest House
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, London, Amsterdam, French
Paris, London, Amsterdam, French Riviera, Venice, Florence, Rome, Athens, Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Red Sea, Kavala, Eceabat, Istanbul, Swiss Alps, Black Sea Region, Bucharest, Transylvania, Budapest, Salzburg, Tyrol, Munich, Prague, Berlin, Beaujolais, Barcelona