Basix
Essential Egypt
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location_on 9 days
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Start
Cairo, Egypt
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Finish
Cairo, Egypt
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Trip Code
XEYE
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Min Age
18
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Felucca, Overnight sleeper train
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Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Overnight train (2 nights), Felucca (1 night)
From £603(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Spend a night cruising the Nile in a traditional felucca boat (a bit like a floating living room) stopping at colourful villages and temples by day and stargazing by night.
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Witness some epic sights in Cairo, like the mysterious Sphinx and one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Great Pyramids of Giza. Maybe even learn how to spell your name in hieroglyphics!
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Kayak along the Nile, paddling through ancient landscapes and getting a glimpse into local life along the shores.
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Discover the Valley of the Kings with a tour through three burial sites of ancient Pharaohs and the option to check out the fascinating lost tomb of Tutankhamun.
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Squeeze between stalls at an Aswan bazaar and discover the open-air museum of Luxor with loads of free time to see the sights at your own pace and a local leader with all the hot tips.
Is this trip right for you?
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It gets pretty warm in July and August in Egypt. The good news is, its mostly dry heat, so easier to handle than humidity. Egypt nights can be chillier than expected, especially from December to February, so it’s important to pack clothes that can be layered.
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The terrain at some historic sites can be rocky and steep. Solid walking shoes are essential, plus anything to shade you from those rays – a hat, sunscreen and long sleeves. If you don't feel up to it on a hot day, you can decide to not take part, or wander at your own pace.
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This trip includes the adventure of overnight train travel, one of the most unique ways to wake up in a new and strange place. You’ll get a small bed and air conditioning in a shared room, but the train might not be as clean as you’re used to.
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This trip is a great way to see a lot in a short period of time and it can be part of a longer itinerary if you have more time to explore. You might like to check out Real Egypt & Jordan.
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It gets pretty warm in July and August in Egypt. The good news is, its mostly dry heat, so easier to handle than humidity. Egypt nights can be chillier than expected, especially from December to February, so it’s important to pack clothes that can be layered.
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The terrain at some historic sites can be rocky and steep. Solid walking shoes are essential, plus anything to shade you from those rays – a hat, sunscreen and long sleeves. If you don't feel up to it on a hot day, you can decide to not take part, or wander at your own pace.
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This trip includes the adventure of overnight train travel, one of the most unique ways to wake up in a new and strange place. You’ll get a small bed and air conditioning in a shared room, but the train might not be as clean as you’re used to.
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This trip is a great way to see a lot in a short period of time and it can be part of a longer itinerary if you have more time to explore. You might like to check out Real Egypt & Jordan.
Itinerary
Wander through an ancient Wonder of the World, discover temples and sail the Nile
Ancient history, golden sands and crowded souqs – Egypt is the ultimate destination for any adventurous traveller. This nine-day trip is the perfect mix of blockbuster wonders and intimate moments, with loads of planned activities and plenty of time to wander at your own pace. Your local leader will take you to bucket list icons like the Pyramids of Giza (one of the Seven Wonders of the World) in Cairo and the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, then guide you off the beaten path to eat koshari in a local downtown joint, or into a bazaar to meet a perfume merchant. Kayak along the Nile, spend a night on a traditional felucca under starry skies and drink your body weight in mint tea. The best part? You’ll do it all with like-minded travellers your own age.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Cairo
- DAY 2Day 2 • Cairo/Pyramids/Sphinx
- DAY 3Day 3 • Aswan
- DAY 4Day 4 • Aswan
- DAY 5Day 5 • Nile Felucca
- DAY 6Day 6 • Luxor
- DAY 7Day 7 • Luxor / Valley of the Kings
- DAY 8Day 8 • Cairo
- DAY 9Day 9 • Cairo
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
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Private vehicle, Felucca, Overnight sleeper train
bed Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Overnight train (2 nights), Felucca (1 night)
festival Included activities
circleCairo - Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
circleAswan - Kayaking
circleAswan - Orientation walk & bazaar visit
circleNile - Felucca overnight sailing trip
circleNile - Dinner and Music Felucca
circleLuxor - Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
circleLuxor - Animal Care in Egypt (The Tuuur Foundation Partner) visit
circleCairo - Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar
museum Optional activities
circleCairo - Saqqara and Memphis Urban Adventure - USD49
circleCairo - Coptic Museum (entrance fee) - EGP280
circleCairo - Islamic Art Museum (entrance fee) - EGP340
circleCairo - The Citadel (entrance fee) - EGP550
circleCairo - The 3rd Pyramid of Menkawre (entrance fee) - EGP280
circleCairo - The Great Pyramid of Cheops (entrance fee) - EGP1000
circleCairo - The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization & The Royal Mummy Room (entrance fee) - EGP550
circleCairo - The Egyptian Museum (minimum 2 people) - USD50
circleAswan - Philae Temple (entrance fee) - EGP550
circleAswan - Unfinished Obelisk (entrance fee) - EGP220
circleAswan - Nubian Village Visit and Dinner (minimum 4 people) - USD20
circleAswan - Philae Temple Sound & Light Show Tour (minimum 2 people) (entrance, guide & transport) - USD55
circleAswan - Philae Temple Tour (minimum 2 people) - USD40
circleAswan - Philae Temple, High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk Tour (minimum 2 people) - USD65
circleAswan - Philae Temple Sound and Light Show (entrance fee, minimum 2 people) - USD20
circleAswan - Abu Simbel Tour (minimum 4 people) - USD110
circleAswan - Nubian Museum (entrance fee) - EGP400
circleAswan - Abu Simbel by Air - subject to availability - from (Per Person) - USD450
circleLuxor - Karnak Temple (entrance fee) - EGP600
circleLuxor - Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show (minimum 2 people) (entrance, guide & transport) - USD45
circleAswan - Kom Ombo Temple (entrance fee) - EGP450
circleEdfu - Edfu Temple (entrance fee) - EGP550
circleLuxor - Hatshepsut Temple - EGP440
circleLuxor - Tomb of Tutankhamun (entrance fee) - EGP700
circleLuxor - Luxor Temple (entrance fee) - EGP500
circleLuxor - Luxor Museum (entrance fee) - EGP400
circleLuxor - Dinner with a local family (minimum 2 people) - USD25
circleLuxor - Hot Air Balloon over the Valley of the Kings (Per Person) - USD120
circleCairo - Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids Tour (minimum 2 people) - USD55
circleCairo - Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids (entrance fee) - USD20
circleCairo - Sufi Dance Khan al-Khalili (entrance fee) - EGP180
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 5 (Felucca) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. Following recent safety incidents we recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Egypt before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. We have links to prominent government travel advisories and regular updates on issues affecting this trip on our Travel Alerts page -
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Reviews (278)
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Brittney
Sep 12, 2025
I would absolutely recommend Intrepid to everyone and anyone; whether you’re traveling solo, with a friend, or a partner. Our trip was so well organized, we had not a single worry the entire time. And a bonus, we made some incredible friendships and are planning to do our next intrepid trip together. I have nothing but good things to say!
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Siobhan
Sep 12, 2025
Had a great time on this trip, our tour guide Hazim made this trip truly amazing! He was super friendly but also made us feel safe always. Highly recommend doing the hour air balloons in Luxor! We did Basix and I was please toy surprised by the food and hotels. Can’t recommend enough!
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Elizabeth
Sep 10, 2025
Egypt was nothing short of incredible. Our tour allowed us to see all the sites and more. Our guide Ahmed was such a wealth of knowledge and his passion for Egyptian culture and history only added further value to our trip
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Jamie
Sep 10, 2025
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Bonnie
Sep 09, 2025
Egypt is an incredible country with so much to offer, rich in culture and kindness- it’s definitely one to add to the bucket list with so much more to offer than just the Pyramids! Shoutout to everyone who made our trip possible, our amazing guide and all the local guides deserve a special mention!
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Jovi
Aug 27, 2025
Highly reccomend this Egyptian trip been such an amazing experience. Loved every minute of it!!!!
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Tara
Aug 27, 2025
Au début du voyage j’ai eu très peur car je me suis retrouvée entourée de personnes ne parlant pas ma langue, et je ne parle pas bien anglais. Je ne savais pas comment allait se passer le voyage si je ne pouvais pas communiquer avec les autres. Mais ils ont été tellement compréhensifs et gentils qu’ils m’ont quand même parlé malgré la difficulté et j’ai pu me sentir à l’aise pour tenter de communiquer avec eux également même si la construction de mes phrases n’était pas parfaite. Ils étaient tous extrêmement ouverts, gentils et drôle. J’ai beaucoup rigolé, c’est rare que je rigole autant et que je me sente si bien avec un groupe de personnes. C’était génial. J’ai aussi adore les animaux que nous avons rencontré, la visite au Animal Care in Egypt était simplement incroyable. Je retiens le riz, les yaourts et les milkshakes qui sont devenus ma marque de fabrique !
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Kate
Aug 27, 2025
The intrepid trip in Egypt is highly recommend, well worth the money to see all the beautiful sights and experience the different culture. We were so lucky to have Sam as our tour guide and he went above and beyond for all of us
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James
Aug 22, 2025
This tour was amazing! I had the best 8 days in Egypt, all thanks to my amazing Guide Mohammad Osama Elsayed, and the amazing travellers on the tour with me. It was extremely well organised, highly enjoyable and a highly memorable week!
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Trent
Aug 21, 2025
If anyone is looking to experience Egypt for the first time I highly recommend ensuring Mohamed Osama as your guide. My dream as a kid wanting to visit Egypt have been exceeded !