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Essential Egypt

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Start and end in Cairo
4.2
16 reviews
  • Tourists visiting a large historic temple with steps.
  • A group of friends enjoying a meal together.
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    Irini K, traveled in September
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  • People exploring ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs in a temple.
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cairo

    Cairo

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Cairo's bazaars
    • Visit Dr Ragab's Pharaonic Village
    • Try sahlab (sweet, hot custard drink with nuts)
    • Explore Cairo's nightlife
  2. Day 2

    Cairo - Giza - Aswan

    Cairo - Giza - Aswan
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Great Pyramids of Giza
    • Visit the Sphinx

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Egyptian Museum
    • Visit Valley Temple of King Khafre (Chephren)
    Landmarks
    Great Pyramids of Giza
    Sphinx
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  3. Day 3

    Aswan

    Aswan

    Included Activities

    • Bazaar orientation walk and visit
    • Kayaking on the Nile

    Optional Activities

    • Visit oil and perfume merchant
    • Tour Philae Temple Complex and Temple of Isis
    • Dinner at Nubian village with local family
    Landmarks
    Philae Temple Complex
    Temple of Isis
  4. Day 4

    Aswan

    Aswan

    Optional Activities

    • Drive to Abu Simbel temple (approximately 3 hours each way)
    • Rent minivan with fellow travellers to Abu Simbel
    Landmarks
    Abu Simbel
  5. Day 5

    Aswan - Nile

    Aswan - Nile

    Included Activities

    • Felucca overnight sailing trip on the Nile

    Optional Activities

    • Beach party under the starry night
  6. Day 6

    Luxor

    Luxor

    Included Activities

    • Visit Temple of Edfu

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Karnak Temple
    • Walk around granite scarab at Sacred Lake (seven times for luck)
    Landmarks
    Temple of Edfu
    Karnak Temple
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Luxor - Valley of the Kings - West Bank

    Luxor - Valley of the Kings - West Bank

    Included Activities

    • Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
    • Visit Colossi of Memnon
    • Visit Animal Care in Egypt (Intrepid Foundation partner)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore tomb of Tutankhamun
    • Visit tomb of Hatshepsut
    • Visit Luxor Temple
    Landmarks
    Valley of the Kings
    Colossi of Memnon
    Tomb of Tutankhamun
    Tomb of Hatshepsut
    Luxor Temple
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Cairo

    Cairo

    Included Activities

    • Metro journey to Bab al-Futuh
    • Visit Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
    • Visit El Fishawy Cafe

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Islamic monuments
    • Haggling at bazaar
    • Farewell dinner with group
    • Explore Cairo's nightlife
    Landmarks
    Bab al-Futuh
    Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
    El Fishawy Cafe
  9. Day 9

    Cairo

    Cairo
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Traveler Reviews

4.2
Overall rating based on 16 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.3
  • Transport
    4.2
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    3.4
  • Food
    4.3
  • Tour Operator
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  • Essential Egypt reviewer 1
    September 20th, 2024
    Coudnt have had a better time. Seeing all the Highlights of Egypt, dun activities like Kayaking and Sailing the nile....
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Thank you so much for your lovely review Lars! We agree Egypt is an amazing place and we are so glad that you were able to enjoy all of the great activities on your trip! We will be forwarding on your feedback about your leader Mina and we look forward to travelling with you on your next adventure!
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  • O
    October 7th, 2019
    Couldn’t have asked for a better guide. No real complaints with the tour at all
    Traveled in September 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Our tour guide Mohomed Fouad (Medu) was excellent and had so much knowledge on everything we visited - there wasn't...
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    Traveled in January 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    super organized, perfect size, great day to day pace, incredible trip leader I was a little anxious about being in...
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    Traveled in January 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Intrepid was good because everything was organised so I felt safer in Egypt
    Traveled in January 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    I enjoyed the experiences we had and the way the tour was set out
    Traveled in January 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    The excellent guide Mohamed Adel and the incredible experiences we had during the trip.
    Traveled in January 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Mohamed Adel our tour guide was exceptional. He went above and beyond to make our holiday memorable. He provided us...
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    Traveled in January 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    I loved the places we visited and what he had the chance of seeing
    Traveled in January 2019
  • A
    September 18th, 2019
    Great experience with a great tour leader- Mohammad Adel. Loved all of the activities and really enjoyed my time in...
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    Traveled in January 2019

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    Antonio

    Asked on February 26th, 2026

    We are really interested in doing the Essential Egypt Tour, but we have a tight budget. I have seen that the one that starts on 29Mar is much cheaper, but does not fit our schedule. Sorry to ask, but would there be an option to have a discount in the one that departs on the 25th, please?

    Price / Availability
    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2026

      At this time, the only discounts we're able to offer are those that are officially published and available on our website. Unfortunately, we're not able to apply additional discretionary discounts outside of current promotions. If your dates are flexible even slightly, I'd be happy to check nearby departures that may offer better value.

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    Samuel

    Asked on December 12th, 2025

    Is there any avialability on 17th Dec tour. Also do you have one for older adults? I am 50 this tour says age limit as 35. Is there any tour before 24?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025

      The Essential Egypt trip falls under the 18 to 35s travel theme, and therefore we are unable to accommodate any requests that fall outside the age limit for this departure. However, I have linked few of our Egypt trips that are open for travelers above 15 years and let us know if you are interested in any one of them.

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    Brett

    Asked on June 2nd, 2025

    Is it possible to join the tour if I was born in 1989?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2025

      We need to confirm your full date of birth to check your age eligibility for the tour.

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    Tyler

    Asked on January 31st, 2025

    Did the participants frequently go to the optional tour of Abu Simbel on their travel tours so far? Or did they have few opportunities to go there?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025

      We look forward to start the planning phase with you and are happy to answer any questions that you have. The optional activity for the Abu Simbel tour is not something that we pre-book. This would be booked in destination with the group and that is where we will determine if we have enough travelers to arrange everything.

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    Livia

    Asked on January 12th, 2025

    How are emergency situations handled during transfers?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025

      In cases like flight cancellations or severe delays while transferring, please contact our transfer operator directly or our local operations team.

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    Don

    Asked on December 24th, 2024

    How are travel emergencies handled?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      In the case of travel emergencies, such as airline delays or transfer difficulties, please contact the local service provider outlined in your Essential Trip Information for immediate assistance.

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    Han

    Asked on December 19th, 2024

    What happens if a flight is canceled?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      In the event of a flight cancellation, you are advised to contact the transfer operator directly. You can also reach out to our local operations team for further assistance.

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    Nicholas

    Asked on November 26th, 2024

    How are arrival and departure transfers arranged?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024

      You can book your preferred arrival and departure transfers by letting us know your dates, and we'll handle the arrangements subject to availability.

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    Josh

    Asked on October 30th, 2024

    Do you offer airport transfers?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024

      Yes, we offer both arrival and departure transfer services. Please inform us of your flight details to arrange these services.

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    Jesse

    Asked on August 26th, 2024

    Are there any prerequisites for joining the tour group?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2024

      Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips if you're traveling internationally. You'll need to show proof of insurance to your group leader.

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