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Egypt and Petra Tours

Egypt and Petra Tours

Our tours are more than just sightseeing trips; they're immersive experiences that allow you to connect with the rich history and vibrant culture of Egypt and Jordan. Feel the thrill of standing in the shadow of the Pyramids, the awe of exploring the hidden city of Petra, and the tranquility of a felucca cruise on the Nile. Our tours offer the opportunity to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Our small group sizes and diverse range of experiences are among our strongest and most appealing benefits. These ensure a personalized, immersive travel experience that caters to a variety of interests.

While many tour operators offer comprehensive itineraries, ours are meticulously crafted to ensure a balance of historical, cultural, and adventure experiences, making each day of your journey a unique adventure.

UPCOMING Egypt and Petra Tours

Our tours are meticulously designed to offer a unique blend of experiences, catering to a variety of interests. Whether you're a history buff, an adventure seeker, or a culture enthusiast, we've got you covered. From exploring the ancient ruins of Petra and the Pyramids, to swimming in the Dead Sea and embarking on a Wadi Rum desert safari, our tours offer a diverse range of activities. Our small group sizes ensure a personalized experience, while our various transport options, including A/C cars, minibuses, coaches, Bedouin jeeps, and felucca sailboats, provide comfort and convenience.

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Egypt and Petra Tours Highlights and Tips

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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