Footsteps Of The Pharaohs - Included Internal Flights

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  Carl

  June 15th, 2026
  The tour was on the whole well organised but there are a few comments. I suggest you do the tour )In the Footsteps...
  The tour was on the whole well organised but there are a few comments. I suggest you do the tour )In the Footsteps of the Pharaohs) that starts at Saqarra and Dashour, next day to Giza and GEM, them to Luxor, boat trip, Aswan and Abu Simbel. There is a loose chronology to this schedule and helps with understanding the sequence of pyramid building and then the change to buried tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Some comments: For example the flight from Cairo to Luxor was advertised in the itinerary as an early flight. In fact it was in the afternoon and on arrival there was transport to the boat, check in and then the visit to two important temples in the afternoon. Justice cannot and was not done because of time constraints. I suggest you tell the tour operator before booking, that this is an absolutely no go. Another example is the Jalaba party on the boat. It is on the night before wake up at 03.30 to go to Abu Simbel. This could be better planned. The day trip to Alexandria is simply too far to go there and back and see the relevant sites as a one day tour, without rushing. This should be an overnight excursion. The itinerary said High Dam Aswan. We never went there. Be aware of the “tip kitty’ which is made pretty compulsory only to find out they expect and TELL you to tip the guides separately. For many of us on the tour the money extraction pressure, all over, was too much for people, some of whom vowed never to return. Everywhere and I mean everywhere there is pressure on you to part with your money. For example if you did not sign up for the extra side tours the tour agent who meets you to give you the schedule and collect the “entrance fees”, which are stipulated as separate, tries to encourage you, “ to try and make your trip as much fun as possible” to take these trips. The horse carriage ride around Luxor is ok, nothing special and is definitely not worth $25 per person for an hour. They ask for two people per carriage so it is $50. You do not need a guide or transport to find a carriage and can get it from the near vicinity of the boat MUCH cheaper. The Nubian village tour is fun and worthwhile but NOT. at $50 a person. 9 of us went on it. That is $450. That is insane. The cost of the Abu Simbel tour was $106. Abu Simbel is definitely worth the visit. The drive in an air conditioned mini van with driver and tour guide with 9 people is $954. Is this really realistic and fair? The sunrise hot air balloon tour is a 03.30 wake up. The day we went it was cancelled after sunrise and we heard the same happened the day before. In fact they were cancelled for two months because of “bad” weather. The real reason for the cancellation "bad weather" was never really explained but in any event we got a prompt refund. So be aware it is rather a “possible” balloon tour. In any event there are weather forecasts and a meteorological office at the airport. I do not know why this could not have been predicted the night before to avoid a 03.30 wake up for nothing. The tour will annoyingly take you to a carpet factory, an alabaster factory, a papyrus one and an essential oils one. The presentation is short and then the attempt to get you to buy is on. I suggest speak to your group and if everyone agrees tell the guide you all want to opt out of these visits. At the essential oils shop we were warmly met and sat down and offered a drink. A paper with a list of essential oils etc and a pencil was handed to you as Jasmin went through various smells, oils, their use etc. suggesting you mark which ones interested you and what benefits they had. It appears innocent but is a first step to getting you to begin the commitment process. In all places they say there is NO obligation to buy but what follows borders on compulsion. One lady with us was really late in getting back to the vehicle at the essential oils place. She came back clearly very distressed. She said they had told us the prices were government controlled but at the end “could make deals” by encouraging you to buy increasing amounts to reach the deal. Her credit card would not work and despite the offer by Jasmin to charge it at the boat the lady decided not to buy. She said Jasmin physically restrained her until she found a way to pay. This is unacceptable but unfortunately is pretty standard to pressure people into buying. In the market place the pattern is similar and you have to barter for everything. Just know that they start at ridiculous prices. The visit to Saqqara , Dashour, the GEM and Giza were excellent. The guide Abdoul, an archaeologist in winter and guide in summer was outstanding. His depth of knowledge and understanding was like listening to a professor deliver a paper. The boat on the Nile Cruise was very good. I would say 3.5-4 stars, not 5 stars. The staff were excellent. The cabin and air conditioning were good but there is room for maintenance and repairs. The staff on the boat were outstanding. Food was really good save beef and chicken, which were often over cooked. The dinner on the upper deck the one night was really good and another dinner on deck would not go amiss. The sites you see need little mention as they are rightly world famous and UNESCO sites. The guide we had was also good but as I said the first day in Luxor he was time limited by the afternoon flight. I would really suggest not to miss Abu Simbel. Early rise, long drive but really really worth it. I would recommend you to take the Old Cairo Tour, but check an online price to see how it matches up with the Tour Agent price. Do not miss the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where mummies of many of the great pharaohs are to be seen. My advice is be prepared not to be pressurised by people, from the travel agency or outside of it, who come across quite smug, authoritative snd pressure you. Just say no because it will make you pay for things or services that are not worth it. The Gewan hotel is very good but we should find out how the Travel Agency charges it out. I stayed an extra night and on Booking.com it was significantly cheaper than the offer by the tour company.Show more
  Traveled in May 2026
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  Brian

  March 30th, 2026
  An excellent safe tour of Cairo, Giza and the Nile River. The local Cairo based tour company provided hotels, meals,...
  An excellent safe tour of Cairo, Giza and the Nile River. The local Cairo based tour company provided hotels, meals, transportation and guides for each step of this journey through 4000 years of Egyptian history and culture. I climbed down a tunnel in the oldest building in the world, the Step pyramid. I walked the same steps as pharaohs and worshipped in their temples and burial chambers. I floated down the world’s longest river. The guides are university trained in Egypt history and traditions. Run to your nearest travel agency to experience this amazing trip from Tour Radar!Show more
  Traveled in March 2026
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  Nori

  March 29th, 2026
  I had an amazing cruise tour with our guide Asraf and 3 other couples from Luxor to Aswan. Asraf took great care of...
  I had an amazing cruise tour with our guide Asraf and 3 other couples from Luxor to Aswan. Asraf took great care of us making sure our every need was met. But even more importantly, his knowledge about Egyptian history helped me better understand the chronological events through Egypt’s history. Starting from Karnek Temple to the valley of the kings, then to Edfu and finishing in Aswan, he explained in great detail the hieroglyphs on the walls and obelisks and key events for the different pharaoh’s tombs we visited. Visiting the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings was a childhood dream of mine fulfilled. Asraf answered all of my ignorant questions and filled in many of the gaps I had in the Egyptian history. He was very friendly, attentive and was always available to assist any of us in the group. I enjoyed the cruise, the food and the views from the boat. If you are coming to Egypt to learn about it’s ancient history to the present day, I would recommend this tour, it is an educational experience.Show more
  Traveled in March 2026
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  maude

  March 29th, 2026
  The tour overall was good, especially the tour guides, Abdou and Ashraf, were very knowledgable and were glad to...
  The tour overall was good, especially the tour guides, Abdou and Ashraf, were very knowledgable and were glad to answer our questions. It is a super packed tour but were in our 20s so it was still managable. The optional tours like the hot air balloon, abu simbel and the nubian village are well worth it! Althought it says it includes 5 stars hotel and cruise I would say its more 3 stars, especially the cruise. Regardless, we had a fun time and the group we were in were very nice people!! Would still recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun and educational time!Show more
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  Traveled in March 2026
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  James

  March 28th, 2026
  Everything was well planned and went as planned even with the political problems at the time in the middle east. All...
  Everything was well planned and went as planned even with the political problems at the time in the middle east. All guide were excellent and very knowledgable. Will use Tourradar again.Show more
  Traveled in March 2026
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  Ann

  March 21st, 2026
  Egypt was amazing everyone goes out of their way to ensure everything is smooth and easy for you. Security at all...
  Egypt was amazing everyone goes out of their way to ensure everything is smooth and easy for you. Security at all touristy places. Never felt unsafe.Show more
  Traveled in March 2026
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  Ana

  March 13th, 2026
  This was a beautiful trip and we had a great group. Our guide, Saladino, was excellent – very knowledgeable,...
  This was a beautiful trip and we had a great group. Our guide, Saladino, was excellent – very knowledgeable, interesting, and always available for questions. He explained the history and sites clearly and answered everything with patience and a smile. He also has a great sense of humor and made the whole group feel comfortable and relaxed. If we return to Egypt, we would definitely choose him as our guide again.Show more
  Traveled in March 2026
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  Tom

  March 10th, 2026
  My wife and I are seasoned travelers and we found this 10 day Egypt tour. Our experience was first class all the way....
  My wife and I are seasoned travelers and we found this 10 day Egypt tour. Our experience was first class all the way. Everything went smoothly and the guides were exceptional in their knowledge of the history and culture of ancient Egypt. This is a very safe tour and we were amazed at the friendliness of the people. We've already talked about doing this tour again and hopefully we will have Hamed as our guide.Show more
  Traveled in March 2026
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  Eloïse

  February 24th, 2026
  The tour is exceptional! Many sites are visited with expert guides. You will learn a lot and be amazed at every stop....
  The tour is exceptional! Many sites are visited with expert guides. You will learn a lot and be amazed at every stop. Ahmed in Cairo and Saladino on the Nile Cruise were particularly great and kind. Accomodation is comfortable and the food is adapted for tourists. Be ready to roll and to go with the flow, some flights are early in the morning or late at night, but the tour is well organized. Would not have seen Egypt any other way.Show more
  Traveled in February 2026
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  Patrick

  February 23rd, 2026
  We saw everything but early mornings and late nights were exhausting.
  Traveled in January 2026