Hello I am enquiring as to the usual group size of the tour, the average age of travellers and what countries they are usually from?

This tour operates with a minimum group size of 2 and maximum of 18, though the average on this particular tour tends to be under 10. We welcome travellers on our tours from any country and often have very mixed groups. Most passengers do tend to join our tours from North America and Europe though.

Are there any available extra options eg. camel rides/donkey rides/nubian dinner etc.?

We don't offer any donkey rides on this tour, however you'll have the opportunity to take a short camel ride whilst at the Pyramids. Our local guides whilst on the tour will help you to arrange this.

Where can I find more detailed information about this tour?

A trip note will be given, which contains essential information about your trip - the daily itinerary, where to meet on the first day, what time the trip starts, how to get to the joining point hotel, included activities, visa information, etc. Please contact us for this.

I'll be arriving earlier than the scheduled tour, will it matter, especially with the accommodation?

Day 1 is just an arrival day so it doesn't really matter what time you arrive on this day, though you'll only be able to access your hotel room from 2pm. At the end of the tour, the final day is also just a departure day so you can leave at anytime, though you'll need to vacate your hotel room by 12 midday.

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Pharaonic Encounters (7 Days)

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From Cairo to Alexandria

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In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 18
Ages 8+

Places You’ll See

Cairo
Giza
Luxor
Valley of the Kings
Alexandria

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Highlights

Visit the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids in Giza
Enjoy a walking tour of the Luxor Temple
Uncover the secrets of the Valley of the Kings
Explore the chaotic markets around the Khan El Khalili bazaar

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Introduction

Day 1 Arrive into Cairo, transfer to hotel
Day 2 Explore the Ancient Pyramids and Sphinx in Giza. Enjoy a tasty Koshary Lunch and visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Day 3 Luxor, West Bank tour, free time
Day 4 Luxor, Karnak temple
Day 5 Luxor, free day and optional tours
Day 6 Cairo optional tours, Old Cairo & Khan-el-Khalili bazzar walk
Day 7 Cairo, Free time, departure airport transfer

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Elizabeth Rivera
· December 30th, 2019
My first experience in Egypt and the Encounters Travel team made it great. I had a wonderful time.
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Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Egypt holiday, and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
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Victor Ruz
· December 30th, 2019
The tour leader went above and beyond. The tour guides were very informative. I had a great time.
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Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Egypt holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
Trip date: June 2019
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Sara Mejie
· December 30th, 2019
Other than the train ride being a bit scare the overall trip was wonderful.
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Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Egypt holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
Trip date: June 2019
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Anneris Acosta
· December 30th, 2019
The tour leader went above and beyond to make it a great experience and headache free!
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Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Egypt holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
Trip date: June 2019
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Dana Baldwin
· December 30th, 2019
Would have loved more time at the pyramids but loved the trip nonetheless
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Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Pharaonic Encounters holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
Trip date: March 2019
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Tousif Ghani
· December 30th, 2019
It was my first time in Egypt and it was great! I'll be back!
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Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Sands & Seas holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
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Komninos
· July 23rd, 2019
Very informative and great service very well organised
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Hi Komninos, thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed our Pharaonic Encounters tour and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
Trip date: July 2019

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Janine
Asked on January 14th, 2022
Hello I am enquiring as to the usual group size of the tour, the average age of travellers and what countries they are usually from?
Age Range
Group size
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written January 2022
  This tour operates with a minimum group size of 2 and maximum of 18, though the average on this particular tour tends to be under 10. We welcome travellers on our tours from any country and often have very mixed groups. Most passengers do tend to join our tours from North America and Europe though.
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Ray
Asked on February 1st, 2017
Are there any available extra options eg. camel rides/donkey rides/nubian dinner etc.?
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- Encounters TravelOperator•Written February 2017
  We don't offer any donkey rides on this tour, however you'll have the opportunity to take a short camel ride whilst at the Pyramids. Our local guides whilst on the tour will help you to arrange this.
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Jill
Asked on February 1st, 2017
Where can I find more detailed information about this tour?
Other
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written February 2017
  A trip note will be given, which contains essential information about your trip - the daily itinerary, where to meet on the first day, what time the trip starts, how to get to the joining point hotel, included activities, visa information, etc. Please contact us for this.
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Lynda
Asked on November 1st, 2016
I'll be arriving earlier than the scheduled tour, will it matter, especially with the accommodation?
Accommodation
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written November 2016
  Day 1 is just an arrival day so it doesn't really matter what time you arrive on this day, though you'll only be able to access your hotel room from 2pm. At the end of the tour, the final day is also just a departure day so you can leave at anytime, though you'll need to vacate your hotel room by 12 midday.

From

US $1,280 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Booking needs min. 2 travelers

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

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- Typhoid - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Egypt. Ideally 10 days before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before April 7th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 7th, 2026, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Encounters Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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