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Cheap Egypt Tours Packages

Cheap Egypt Tours Packages

Our Egypt tours are designed to cater to a variety of interests and preferences. Whether you're a history buff, an adventure seeker, or a culture enthusiast, we have a tour for you. From the Pharaonic Encounters Tour that takes you to the heart of ancient Egypt, to the Nubian Adventure Tour that combines history with traditional felucca sailing, each tour offers a unique experience. Our Egypt Express Tour is perfect for those who want a taste of everything, while the Cairo City Break Tour is ideal for those short on time but still want to explore the city's highlights.

We believe in providing a personalised and intimate travel experience. That's why our tours are designed for small groups, with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 18 participants. This allows for a more immersive experience and personalised attention from our guides. Additionally, we offer high-quality accommodations ranging from 3-star hotels to 5-star luxury, ensuring your comfort throughout the journey.

If you're looking for a travel experience that combines history, culture, adventure, and relaxation, our Egypt tours are for you. With our expert guides, small group sizes, and high-quality accommodations, you'll have an unforgettable journey into the heart of Egypt.

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Our tours are more than just sightseeing trips; they are journeys into the heart of Egypt's rich history and vibrant culture. As you explore the great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the hidden tombs of the Valley of the Kings, you'll feel a deep connection with the ancient world. And as you sail on a traditional felucca or explore the back streets of the Khan-el-Khalili bazaar, you'll experience the living culture of Egypt in a way few tourists do.

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Highlights

  • Valley of the Kings - a burial place for pharaohs from Ancient Egypt’s New Kingdom with 63 royal tombs.
  • The Nile River - the longest river in Africa and a lifeline to Egypt, creating fertile land to harvest.
  • Abu Simbel Temples - two enormous rock temples carved into the side of the cliff in the village of Abu Simbel.
  • Egyptian Museum - a vast edifice displaying 120,000 Egyptian antiquities and a Tutankhamen exhibit.
  • Cairo - the capital of Egypt with one of the largest metropolitan areas in Africa.
  • Aswan - Egypt’s strategic and commercial getaway since antiquity, home to colourful Nubian villages.
  • Hurghada - a beach resort town along the Red Sea coast, popular for scuba diving.
  • Philae Temple Complex - a former ancient pilgrimage centre for the cult of Isis and a sacred site.

Tips

  • Remove your shoes before entering a mosque and cover your head and shoulders.
  • Prepare to haggle as bargaining is expected by vendors and is part of the local shopping experience.
  • Eat only with your right hand as the left hand is used for ablutions in the Egyptian culture.
  • During the festival of Ramadan, the fasting month, do not eat or drink in public.
  • Do not touch someone from the opposite sex when you are in a public place.
  • Learn a few Arabic words so you can speak to the locals when exploring the country.
  • Keep small change with you (LE5 and LE10 notes) to tip people and to buy small items.
  • Do not drink the tap water as it is highly chlorinated and can give you an upset stomach.

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