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Tamer Mahmoud

Tamer Mahmoud

Guide atHoliday In Egypt

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46Traveler reviews
8Adventures

LanguagesEnglish, italian

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4 Days – 3 Nights  5 Star Nile Cruise From Cairo by Flight reviewer
Cruising along the Nile River was a truly memorable experience. The guided visits made exploring Egypt feel effortless. Our guide Tamer Mohammad, had patience and knowledge to make the trip easy and e…Cruising along the Nile River was a truly memorable experience. The guided visits made exploring Egypt feel effortless. Our guide Tamer Mohammad, had patience and knowledge to make the trip easy and enjoyable. we have recieved our flight iternary at very last moment otherwise well organised by Holiday in Egypt travels. We travelled as family and happy to tour again with same travel agent
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We had a wonderful time on the cruise down the Nile. The boat was great, the staff were really nice, the food was excellent, the rooms charming. For someone with a bad back however, the beds were real…We had a wonderful time on the cruise down the Nile. The boat was great, the staff were really nice, the food was excellent, the rooms charming. For someone with a bad back however, the beds were really hard!! Our guide was very knowledgeable but not very enthusiastic, so we took every opportunity we could to eavesdrop on other guides! Pity. We highly recommend this trip as it was really well organised and all we had to do was sit back and enjoy!
4 Days 3 nights  5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor reviewer
Tamer is a very friendly person. Besides his extensive knowledge of Egyptian history, he's also a truly excellent guide. For example, on the cruise ship, he asks if everything is okay and handles unex…Tamer is a very friendly person. Besides his extensive knowledge of Egyptian history, he's also a truly excellent guide. For example, on the cruise ship, he asks if everything is okay and handles unexpected events calmly and effectively. He even contacted us a few days later how we were doing in Hurghada! We felt honored to have him as our guide on this Nile cruise.
Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 Days (5 Stars) GEM VISIT reviewer
I wort this A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience with a One-of-a-Kind Guide – Tamer Mahmoud Traveling to Egypt was a lifelong dream—one I approached with high expectations and deep reverence. What I did…I wort this A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience with a One-of-a-Kind Guide – Tamer Mahmoud Traveling to Egypt was a lifelong dream—one I approached with high expectations and deep reverence. What I didn’t anticipate was how profoundly this trip would touch my heart, thanks to Tamer Mahmoud. More than just a tour guide, Tamer became the heart and soul of our journey. A true cultural ambassador, he brought Egypt to life with wisdom, warmth, and authenticity that exceeded every hope I had. From the very first moment we met him until our final day together, every detail was flawless. Tamer’s service was exceptional—professional, highly organized, and thoughtful. He anticipated our needs before we even voiced them, ensuring each day ran seamlessly. But what truly set him apart was his spirit: kind, humble, endlessly patient, and deeply passionate about his country and its history. Tamer’s knowledge of Egypt’s ancient wonders, local traditions, and lesser-known treasures was impressive. Yet it was his delivery—rich in storytelling, reverence, and context—that made it unforgettable. With every explanation, he didn’t just teach us—he invited us to feel and connect. He turned historic sites into sacred moments, making us feel not like tourists, but like part of something greater. As someone with a deep fascination for ancient civilizations, this trip carried personal significance. I’ve had the opportunity to explore other historic destinations, but none matched the emotional and cultural depth of this journey. Tamer created a space where we felt genuinely welcomed, grounded, and emotionally connected not only to the landmarks, but to the people and soul of Egypt itself. He consistently went above and beyond—always present, approachable, and eager to answer any question with sincerity and depth. His care was felt in every gesture. He brought joy, lightness, and laughter into every day, and his hospitality was simply unmatched. Everyone in our group felt the same Tamer made this experience unforgettable. Because of him, this trip wasn’t just memorable, it was transformative. We left Egypt not only with incredible memories, but with full hearts and a profound sense of gratitude. To anyone considering a trip to Egypt: if you have the chance to tour with Tamer Mahmoud, take it. You are not just signing up for a tour—you are stepping into a rare, meaningful, and deeply human experience. I look forward to returning one day and will wholeheartedly recommend Tamer to friends, family, and anyone seeking more than just a vacation but a true journey of the soul.
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8 Days Pyramids (GEM visit) and Nile Cruise Aswan - Abu simbel - Luxor - Hurghada reviewer
Sohaila and Tamer were very good. The programme was excellent. The cruise was glorious, unfortunately some temples were seen in darkness due to the cruise boat schedule but overall the tour was fabulo…Sohaila and Tamer were very good. The programme was excellent. The cruise was glorious, unfortunately some temples were seen in darkness due to the cruise boat schedule but overall the tour was fabulous. Food ok accom comfortable.
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Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 Days (5 Stars) GEM VISIT reviewer
Soheila and Tamar were great. The cruise was a fantastic way to travel, the Nile is amazing. Good group to travel with too.
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Both our guides Tamer and Sohaila were brilliant. Friendly, very patient extremely knowledgeable. Anything we required or asked for was always provided. Both guides interaction with other personnel wa…Both our guides Tamer and Sohaila were brilliant. Friendly, very patient extremely knowledgeable. Anything we required or asked for was always provided. Both guides interaction with other personnel was exemplary, always with a smile and thank you. This is an amazing tour. My husband and 14yr old daughter were all catered for. I truly recommend this trip.
4 Days 3 nights  5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor reviewer
An unforgettable, fantastic experience all around. Our tour guide, Tamer, was exceptional in every way. Trained in Egyptology, he could answer every and any question in incredible detail. With over 20…An unforgettable, fantastic experience all around. Our tour guide, Tamer, was exceptional in every way. Trained in Egyptology, he could answer every and any question in incredible detail. With over 20 years experience, his navigation and strategy for planning and guiding the tours afforded us fewer crowds and easier access. He also provided the perfect balance of structured information and background about temples and history with free time to wander and take photos. This trip has been a lifelong dream of mine and I can confidently say, as someone who adventures a lot, this was my favorite adventure I have ever had. That is by far due to the exceptional skill of our tour guide and his network of resources that made this experience rich with joy and culture, and something I will treasure to recall for the rest of my life. I count myself very privileged to have been guided by this particular team through one of the most astonishingly beautiful and fascinating places on Earth. I would recommend this tour to first-time Egypt tourists, couples, single folks, and anyone who loves a blend of learning history with in-the-moment culture saturation. I wish we had stayed longer!
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An unforgettable 4 days on the Nile, our guide Mahmoud was fantastic, he was very well informed and couldn’t do enough for us, everyday he would brief us as to what we could expect the next day. He ev…An unforgettable 4 days on the Nile, our guide Mahmoud was fantastic, he was very well informed and couldn’t do enough for us, everyday he would brief us as to what we could expect the next day. He even tailored the tour to suit us, as we’d previously been to the valley of the kings he arranged for us to visit 3 alternative tombs! If you are booking this trip and have Mahmoud as your guide best believe you are in great hands, the boat itself is lovely, sailing on days was delayed due to weather but this never affect what we were going to see! I cannot recommend adding Abu Simbel enough it is worth the 3am wake up entirely!
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Everything was well organized. The tour guides were pleasant and helpful. The accommodation was superb. We would have given 5 stars if we would have received better assistance with the e-sim. It did n…Everything was well organized. The tour guides were pleasant and helpful. The accommodation was superb. We would have given 5 stars if we would have received better assistance with the e-sim. It did not work, and we had to buy a sim card with data for 20$. I only received feedback from tourradar when our holiday was almost over.
Queen Cleopatra - 7 days GEM visit- 5 stars accomodation reviewer
I highly recommend this trip; it was a fantastic opportunity to rediscover the ancient culture of Egypt. The tombs, temples, and hieroglyphics were truly impressive. While the itinerary was a bit tigh…I highly recommend this trip; it was a fantastic opportunity to rediscover the ancient culture of Egypt. The tombs, temples, and hieroglyphics were truly impressive. While the itinerary was a bit tight, I understand it was designed to make the most of our time. The hotels, cruise, and food were all excellent. Special thanks to our guide, Tamer. Despite suffering from a cold, he gave his absolute best. He was incredibly knowledgeable about Egypt and treated every single person with patience. The travel agency, Holiday in Egypt, also deserves high praise. They managed everyone’s different schedules with great care and attention to detail.
Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 Days (5 Stars) GEM VISIT reviewer
We enjoyed our 45th wedding anniversary tremendously during this trip, Egypt has a lot to offer, but I would have expected much better 5 star accommodation including on the cruise.
Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 Days (5 Stars) GEM VISIT reviewer
As far as value for money goes, and logistically, these tours are by far the best way to see the major Ancient Egyptian sites in Cairo and along the Nile. The tour guides we had, Sohaila and Tamer, we…As far as value for money goes, and logistically, these tours are by far the best way to see the major Ancient Egyptian sites in Cairo and along the Nile. The tour guides we had, Sohaila and Tamer, were superb- they were knowledgable, calm, and managed the time of the group perfectly. Tamer, we have to say, made the group’s journey on the Nile, and to each location absolutely seamless, predicting the best times to arrive at each site. He gave the group a true experience of Ancient and modern Egypt, and was a true representative of the country. We wish both guides every success. The only issue was with some poor communication related to internal flights and direction of travel sometimes, which came quite late in the day a few times.
Immortal Egypt - GEM visit - 5 stars accommodation reviewer
This tour was amazing the sites were amazing
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4 Days 3 nights  5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor reviewer
Great tour with affordable rates. Great Communication from support team for any queries
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The boat was lovely and the crew were excellent, going above and beyond for all our needs. Food was exceptional and cabins were clean and modern. All amenities were great. Only negative is the…The boat was lovely and the crew were excellent, going above and beyond for all our needs. Food was exceptional and cabins were clean and modern. All amenities were great. Only negative is the wifi was bad but I believe it’s the same on all the boats.
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5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5 Star  From Cairo by Flight reviewer
Very nice set up within the Egyptian context: Tamer as very attentive and professional guide, also clear in his instructions, watching every detail. Nice food on board, sometimes a bit of noise. Nice …Very nice set up within the Egyptian context: Tamer as very attentive and professional guide, also clear in his instructions, watching every detail. Nice food on board, sometimes a bit of noise. Nice atmosphere on board, and time enough for visits, limited time in markets and stores of decent quality. Many thanks for this great start to 2026!
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I can honestly say that Tamer was the best tour guide I have ever traveled with. His extensive knowledge, articulate and clear communication skills, pleasant, warm and approachable manner, and expert …I can honestly say that Tamer was the best tour guide I have ever traveled with. His extensive knowledge, articulate and clear communication skills, pleasant, warm and approachable manner, and expert management of logistics made the trip smooth, interesting, and enjoyable. I will highly recommend him to all my family and friends interested in searching for a tour guide traveling to Egypt. Thanks so much Tamer!
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5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5 stars from Luxor to Aswan reviewer
This tour far exceeded our expectations in virtually every way. Tamer was a fantastic guide who was friendly yet firm when necessary. He made sure we were on schedule and had time to explore sites o…This tour far exceeded our expectations in virtually every way. Tamer was a fantastic guide who was friendly yet firm when necessary. He made sure we were on schedule and had time to explore sites on our own after the overview tour at each stop. The cruise boat was much nicer than expected (and better appointed than it appears from the outside), and the buffet food was consistently excellent. The food is a good mix of Mediterranean, generic Middle Eastern (think Lebanese), and Egyptian specific food. Lots of healthy and vegetarian options as well. The only thing we would have wanted differently would be time in local markets, and not just pre- chosen/ directed stores that were consistently overpriced- even if the quality was high. Overall, we were thrilled with this tour and HIE (especially Tamer), and would recommend it to friends.
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Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 days All accommodation has been great, in particular the Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor. After we visited the Pyramids we had lunch in the perfect location with the …Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 days All accommodation has been great, in particular the Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor. After we visited the Pyramids we had lunch in the perfect location with the Pyramids in the background. The GEM was amazing, the Pyramids, Sphinx were well worth seeing. Sohaila(Sue) is a very informative guide, she was happy to find out any information if she didn't know it. She was also able to locate a wheelchair for one of our tour companions while at the GEM, and also a golf cart to help her get back to the gates. Aswan / Luxor Our drivers for the transfer to and from Cairo, Aswan and Luxor airports where very polite and helpful and gave information about the area. Tamer has been outstanding. He explained what we should expect each day. Kept us updated via the WhatsApp chat. He listened patiently to any of our complaints and concerns then addressed each one. His timing of our tours to ensure we got the best vantage point/ view was perfect. All the tour guides went above and beyond in showing great patience and diplomacy when dealing with our tour group.
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Historic Horizons Egypt 8 nights Tour - 17 Dec 2025 I recently had the pleasure of doing the Historic Horizons tour which started 17 Dec and finished 24 Dec 2025. Here is my detailed review. * T…Historic Horizons Egypt 8 nights Tour - 17 Dec 2025 I recently had the pleasure of doing the Historic Horizons tour which started 17 Dec and finished 24 Dec 2025. Here is my detailed review. * Transport: * Local drivers: the local drivers in each location were safe drivers, they knew where to go, they were professional and we had no problems at all. * Mini buses: we had mini buses which seated around 15-20 and were comfortable and clean. * Flights: the domestic flights which were included in the tour - first we had Air Cairo from Cairo to Aswan. Cairo airport doesn’t have much to offer in terms of food or cafes, so come prepared. Our flight was delayed twice so we ended up arriving much later than planned. This is high season and a lot of tourists are doing the same thing, meaning there will be crowds, and several delays are likely. I wouldn’t recommend booking any international flights or tours or activities right after any domestic flights because it’s highly likely it could be delayed and then you could miss your next activity or flight. * Guides: * Pyramids & GEM - Sohaila: very knowledgeable about history and happy to answer all the questions. Explained all the historic stories in an easy to understand way, in English. Expertly guided the group around the sites and kept us on track with the timeline to make each stop. * Aswan, Nile Cruise & Luxor - Tamer: very knowledgeable about history and happy to answer all the questions. Explained all the historic stories in an easy to understand way, in English. Expertly guided the group around all of the sites and kept us on track with the timeline to make each stop. Provided good advice with regards to what to do, what not to do, and was flexible with the guest’s requests. It’s not an easy job but he did it well. * Itinerary: * I felt the itinerary was just the right amount of time at each location, and also it captured the main sights that people want to see, without wasting any time or missing anything important. * Locations: * Each city location was well chosen and the sights that we went to in each location were well selected. * Accommodation: * Cairo: Helnan Dream Hotel. Lovely hotel, nice restaurant on site. Reasonable prices at the restaurant. The hotel has nice grounds and spacious rooms. There is a kids amusement park next door which closes at 7pm. The hotel isn’t near anything so you can’t walk to any restaurants or shops. The hotel has a free shuttle to the Mall of Egypt leaving at 8pm and returning at 11pm. * Nile Cruise: The ship was the Blue Shadow II. It was nice but a bit older. The food was buffet and had a very nice selection of food, with an omelette and pasta chef who made it to your request. The shower was short in height so it’s a bit of a squeeze for tall people. * Luxor: Steigenberger Nile Hotel. A luxury hotel, absolutely lovely grounds with several choices of restaurants and cafes with reasonable prices. Spacious and very nicely appointed rooms with good size bathrooms. * Cost: * I felt the tour cost was fair and affordable. * Restaurant prices were good everywhere. * In the tourist sites eg at the Valley of the Kings etc, the on site cafes can be more pricey. * Other notes: * Hawkers - be aware that there will be a lot of hawkers and touts trying sell you things everywhere. * Accessibility - there were a lot of places which had stairs, steps, and uneven ground. There was also a large amount of walking involved. If the person has issues with walking then they should bring someone who will help them get around as there’s not always hand rails or assistance. Not easy for people with mobility or issues with stairs. * Every tourist site had toilets available, usually it cost 20 EGP per person to access the toilet so bring small change. Well worth it, a very memorable and excellent experience! Thank you
4 Days 3 nights  5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor reviewer
Great organization! Tamer our guide is a true expert, with excellent fast-track tips and a fascinating storytelling approach to Ancient Egyptian history. The cruise journey itself was wonderful, with…Great organization! Tamer our guide is a true expert, with excellent fast-track tips and a fascinating storytelling approach to Ancient Egyptian history. The cruise journey itself was wonderful, with varied and delicious food and a very attentive crew always ready to help. Everything was perfectly arranged. Truly a perfect experience. Highly recommended!
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We had an excellent Nile cruise experience from start to finish. The daily excursions were perfectly planned and ran on time, allowing us to enjoy the temples and historical sites without feeling rush…We had an excellent Nile cruise experience from start to finish. The daily excursions were perfectly planned and ran on time, allowing us to enjoy the temples and historical sites without feeling rushed. Our guide Tamer was very knowledgeable, friendly, and made the history come alive with interesting stories and clear explanations.
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Queen Cleopatra - 7 days GEM visit- 5 stars accomodation reviewer
The tour gave a good taste of the main sights in Egypt. It is a heavy calendar and expect to be busy and not get a lot of down time. Remember that Egypt is currently filled with tourists so be patien…The tour gave a good taste of the main sights in Egypt. It is a heavy calendar and expect to be busy and not get a lot of down time. Remember that Egypt is currently filled with tourists so be patient with some delays Our guide Tamer was excellent helping with so many issues and requests and deserves 5 stars. Kind and lovely gentleman who was extremely knowledgeable and patient. Many American tourists are very difficult, argumentative and complain about any bump in the road and try to manage how things are going to be done. (I’m American). Enjoy the differences of the country you are in—be a traveler not a tourist. If you want American food and culture—stay in the USA. There were other nationalities in the group that wanted to be in control and continually interrupted while Tamer was explaining what the schedule was delaying Tamer ability to manage the narrative. For instance, Tamer would say you have an hour stop to take a shower and meet back at the bus. Then the person would say no I need 1 and a half hours to take a shower, etc. trying to set the schedule and run the show. This led to many issues with people not hearing the whole program and then asking continuing questions about what Tamer had said. Try wrangling a group of 40 or so tourists to be places on time and see how it feels. Our visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum was extraordinary and the Egyptologist was extremely well educated .People were upset that there were so many people there and we had to move quickly (because of the large crowds. Guide patiently explained that there were 6 floors of exhibition and we would concentrate on 1 main item on each floor. Of course people had not understood this and were upset that they didn’t get much time in the largest new museum in the world.
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Accommodation good, staff helpful except for very unpleasant receptionist. Too many surprising little details: no bottled water in the rooms even though the boat's water is not guaranteed to be drin…Accommodation good, staff helpful except for very unpleasant receptionist. Too many surprising little details: no bottled water in the rooms even though the boat's water is not guaranteed to be drinkable, high mandatory tips. Why not mention it and include it in the price? Friendly and competent guide. Visit to Abu-Simbel not recommended: bus journey too long (+8h) and far too expensive (125€), i.e. +100€ for the bus...
Queen Cleopatra - 7 days GEM visit- 5 stars accomodation reviewer
The tour of Cleopatra – Egypt was an amazing experience. We visited at the perfect time—late November—and the museums of Cairo and, of course, the pyramids were absolutely incredible. The only nig…The tour of Cleopatra – Egypt was an amazing experience. We visited at the perfect time—late November—and the museums of Cairo and, of course, the pyramids were absolutely incredible. The only nightmare was the train from Cairo to Aswan. It felt like something out of a zombie world. They call it a “sleeping train,” but it was dirty, stained, dusty, and the restroom was awful. Definitely not the experience we expected. On the brighter side, our tour guide Tamer Mahmoud for Aswan and Luxor was wonderful—patient, kind, and professional, even with passengers who complained constantly. He handled everything calmly and made the trip so much better. We also really appreciated that the tour leader did us a huge favor by arranging a flight back to Cairo and a hotel for only $110. They clearly understood how bad the train experience was, and their help made the end of our trip much more comfortable. Overall, I highly recommend this tour except for the night train. Avoid the “train of hell,” if you can!
4 Days 3 nights  5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor reviewer
This tour is amazing. Myself and my daughter took the 4 day 3 nights tour to capture as much of egypt as we could. We flew from Cairo to Aswan and we were collected by tour guide Tamer and coach and …This tour is amazing. Myself and my daughter took the 4 day 3 nights tour to capture as much of egypt as we could. We flew from Cairo to Aswan and we were collected by tour guide Tamer and coach and driven to the cruise ship. From there it was non stop assistance and help. Check in so easy and Tamer was there to help through everything. We had lunch with our fellow group members and each meal was shared with those lovely people who we became close to. Every day there are temples and sites to see. Tamer was so knowledgeable about all the ancient history and nothing was an issue to him. We learnt so much from the tour. On day 3 there is a long trip from edfu to luxor which is so relaxing after a busy few days previously. We sat on deck and enjoyed the sun and watched life on the Nile. Staff on the ship were amazing. They could not have been nicer or more helpful. Cabins are very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Honestly I could not fault any of this experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone. Thanks to all the staff at Holiday in Egypt and especially Tamer our guide and Mohammad who was quick to respond to any queries especially when our flight was delayed on way back to cairo. He re-scheduled the transfer time within minutes. I hope to be back again very soon.
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Absolutely amazing - bucket list holiday that I've been wanting to do for years. Very well organised with everything covered that you could think of. Would definitely recommend it! Tour guide for …Absolutely amazing - bucket list holiday that I've been wanting to do for years. Very well organised with everything covered that you could think of. Would definitely recommend it! Tour guide for Pyramid's and GEM was Sohaila Faud who was so knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Went at a pace that suited everyone too. Next leg sleeper train - the guys/guides that assisted at train station were amazing, looked after us with hot tea and chocolate and made sure we got on right train and settled us in. Nile cruise - 10 out of 10. Ship lovely, room decent size and ensuite, clean, staff really friendly, food - buffet style brilliant, breakfast box maybe not so much bread but plenty. Drinks good selection. What made the cruise part so special was the amazing group we were with - 12 of us in total and we were like a family. Made some good friends from around the world to stay in touch with. Then there was our guide Tamer Mahmoud - couldn't have asked for a nicer, friendly, knowledgeable guide. There was nothing Tamer didn't know and was very passionate about his job. Moving on to Hurgarda - we stayed in the Titanic Palace which was stunning. Food top class and so much choice. All the staff went above and beyond to help. Rooms massive with swim up pool. Only downside to this is it's a long way from Luxor after finishing your sightseeing 3 1/2 hrs and even further back to Cairo - nearly 6hrs in coach but so worth it. Would go again in a heartbeat ❤️ Treena and Polly
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4 Days 3 nights  5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor reviewer
Program was not as described so we sat on the boat 1st morning for nothing and could not do anything
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It was wonderful, perfectly organized, great tour guides - I can only recommend it! We saw so much and now we have a hotel right on the Nile and can relax surrounded by luxury! Everything was much bet…It was wonderful, perfectly organized, great tour guides - I can only recommend it! We saw so much and now we have a hotel right on the Nile and can relax surrounded by luxury! Everything was much better than expected!
4 Days 3 nights  5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor reviewer
The aswan-luxor nile cruise was amazing! A trip to be remembered. Our guide Tamer was very nice and gave great explanations at each sites. It was a lot of information but always answering all our ques…The aswan-luxor nile cruise was amazing! A trip to be remembered. Our guide Tamer was very nice and gave great explanations at each sites. It was a lot of information but always answering all our questions. The trip is very well organized. The boat was very clean and the rooms were very spacious, clean, modern and what a scenery to lay in bed while cruising on the Nile. Highly recommend this tour!!
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It’s a great way to see many temples along the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor. Our guide Tamer did a great job of informing us about the history and the temples and keeping us on track to see the sigh…It’s a great way to see many temples along the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor. Our guide Tamer did a great job of informing us about the history and the temples and keeping us on track to see the sights.
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A very good tour, it hits all the major sights and the tour guides were very good.
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Very good support from start to finish Sustained pace! Very professional and patient guide Crew and employees very helpful and attentive. Room a little noisy perhaps because of the engines. Othe…Very good support from start to finish Sustained pace! Very professional and patient guide Crew and employees very helpful and attentive. Room a little noisy perhaps because of the engines. Otherwise a very good service that I recommend
Queen Cleopatra - 7 days GEM visit- 5 stars accomodation reviewer
The tour is full of awe-inspiring moments. The itinerary is packed but worth every minute. We had two guides, both were very knowledgeable and professional. The tour operator responded to all enquir…The tour is full of awe-inspiring moments. The itinerary is packed but worth every minute. We had two guides, both were very knowledgeable and professional. The tour operator responded to all enquiries quickly and the whole trip was made well organised. I would definitely book a tour with them again.
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Choose this tour if you want to see all the fascinating history in an action packed 4 days. Excellently organized. Tamer, the egyptologist, has a wide breadth of knowledge and was professional through…Choose this tour if you want to see all the fascinating history in an action packed 4 days. Excellently organized. Tamer, the egyptologist, has a wide breadth of knowledge and was professional throughout.
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4 Days 3 nights  5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor reviewer
Expect early starts and busy days! But you see a lot, in a convenient way with a very knowledgeable tour guide - Tamer was great and very accommodating to individual queries and needs
Queen Cleopatra - 7 days GEM visit- 5 stars accomodation reviewer
It was truly a surreal experience, I was treated very well by each tour guide (Tamer Mahmoud, Sohaila Fuad, Mohamed Elgalad). They were very patient and helpful throughout the tour. Without any reserv…It was truly a surreal experience, I was treated very well by each tour guide (Tamer Mahmoud, Sohaila Fuad, Mohamed Elgalad). They were very patient and helpful throughout the tour. Without any reservations, I recommend this tour.
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The tour was amazing. It surpassed all expectation we had. ‘Sue’ in Cairo and Tamer from Aswan to Luxor were great. The guided tours were full of explanations and there was time to take pictures. Hote…The tour was amazing. It surpassed all expectation we had. ‘Sue’ in Cairo and Tamer from Aswan to Luxor were great. The guided tours were full of explanations and there was time to take pictures. Hotels and Cruise were excellent. The group dynamics were great! I came back with few new friends and a trunk load of memories!!
Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 Days (5 Stars) GEM VISIT reviewer
Way better than we predicted. You need to be a little fit but you see a great coverage of the essentials. Plenty of pinch me moments. And than the guides! ‘Sue’ in Cairo was beyond expectation with h…Way better than we predicted. You need to be a little fit but you see a great coverage of the essentials. Plenty of pinch me moments. And than the guides! ‘Sue’ in Cairo was beyond expectation with her knowledge…an archaeologist which just blew our minds. And she was just so friendly, courteous, patient. We had a great day. And than there was Tamer. Words don’t do justice to how our group felt towards him. He was the best guide I have met on any tour…period. Just one great person who gave us the best incite into Egypt. He made our tour utterly complete. It was a privilege to meet him.
8 Days Pyramids (GEM visit) and Nile Cruise Aswan - Abu simbel - Luxor - Hurghada reviewer
This tour was excellent! We travelled as a family of four and had several requests and questions before booking the trip. The Holiday in Egypt team was very helpful in answering our questions and acc…This tour was excellent! We travelled as a family of four and had several requests and questions before booking the trip. The Holiday in Egypt team was very helpful in answering our questions and accommodating the flight time from Luxor to Cairo so we would not miss our other flight. Our tour guides Sohaila and Tamer were amazing and very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend this trip!
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I wasn’t sure if it was the tour or the country, and have concluded it was the country. Tour Radar did a good job of keeping us informed and responded to any questions we had in a reasonable time. W…I wasn’t sure if it was the tour or the country, and have concluded it was the country. Tour Radar did a good job of keeping us informed and responded to any questions we had in a reasonable time. We were a group of 6 and were accommodated quite well. We probably should of asked more questions
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I truly enjoyed my tour in Luxor and Aswan – the temples, monuments, and history were unforgettable, and the overall organization was excellent. The guide was knowledgeable, the transportation was com…I truly enjoyed my tour in Luxor and Aswan – the temples, monuments, and history were unforgettable, and the overall organization was excellent. The guide was knowledgeable, the transportation was comfortable, and everything ran smoothly. The only recommendation I would give is regarding the tipping system. Instead of including tips in a general charge, it would feel much better to allow guests to give tips directly to the people who provide the service. This way, each person receives direct appreciation for their effort, and travelers have the flexibility to show their gratitude in a more personal way. Overall, it was a wonderful experience that I would recommend to anyone visiting Egypt.
8 Days Pyramids (GEM visit) and Nile Cruise Aswan - Abu simbel - Luxor - Hurghada reviewer
We were lucky enough to have Tamer as our guide. He was really interesting and dedicated to our little group. He knows the history of Egypt and shares it with us in a very interesting way. Really a gr…We were lucky enough to have Tamer as our guide. He was really interesting and dedicated to our little group. He knows the history of Egypt and shares it with us in a very interesting way. Really a great stay
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8 Days Pyramids (GEM visit) and Nile Cruise Aswan - Abu simbel - Luxor - Hurghada reviewer
Wonderful trip. The cruise was really nice with good food. Tamer was an amazing guide!
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EXCELLENT trip. It's always tough work to travel with older(my parents) and kid(11y). Then I choose this one.It is proved to be a smart decision.I am from China,not a native English speaker.But our gu…EXCELLENT trip. It's always tough work to travel with older(my parents) and kid(11y). Then I choose this one.It is proved to be a smart decision.I am from China,not a native English speaker.But our guide Tamer is really helpful. Our group members are from different countries. It is a fantastic experience. The only enemy is the hot weather.
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