Premium
Explorer
Premium Egypt
9 days • 4.9
5
Excellent
441 reviews
9 days
Start
Cairo, Egypt
Finish
Cairo, Egypt
Trip Code
XEPN
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat, Felucca
Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (5 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
From £2,605(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Spend three unforgettable evenings on a Nile riverboat – your Feature Stay accommodation. Enjoy first-class facilities including a swimming pool and sundeck, and get right to the heart of each destination, taking in gorgeous riverside views along the way.
Discover the varied cuisine of Egypt during dinner at a fantastic restaurant in Cairo, taste Nubian delights in a family home on an island in the middle of the Nile and sample traditional Egyptian food with the locals in Cairo.
Wander the incredible Pyramids of Giza – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Then, discover the mighty Valley of the Kings, the Kom Ombo Temple and the Karnak Temple complex, all with the expert guidance of your Egyptologist leader.
Enjoy unforgettable Exclusive Experiences, including dinner in a family’s home in Cairo, a visit to the city’s oldest coffeeshop and sunset drinks on board a traditional felucca.
The unearthing of Tutankhamun’s tomb is one of the world’s greatest discoveries – at the Valley of the Kings you’ll have the chance to enter three tombs of your choice, followed by a visit to the resting place of the famous young Pharaoh.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, Animal Care in Egypt. Donations help them care for sick or injured working animals, like horses and donkeys, and help empower local communities with the knowledge and training to better care for their animals.
Is this trip right for you?
Ramadan is an annual month-long festival, during which travel can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the day, such as restaurants or cafes, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider this when selecting your travel dates. You’ll find dates and further information in the ‘Climate and seasonal information’ section of the Essential Trip Information.
Itinerary
Unlock Egypt’s ancient past, hitting all the must-see sites, tombs and Wonders of the World
Take to the Nile Valley on a nine-day Premium adventure by river, road and air, visiting the mighty pyramids of Giza, one of the ancient Wonders of the World. See the majestic temples of Karnak, the famous tomb of Tutankhamun and Cairo’s bustling Khan al-Khalili Bazaar. Spend an evening with a Nubian family and another with an Egyptian family in Cairo for a look at local life and enjoy plenty of time for independent discoveries in each destination. Tuck into Egypt’s unique cuisine, cruise down the Nile on a riverboat and a felucca and visit Cairo’s oldest coffeeshop. With an ancient past that has led to a colourful present, Egypt is a traveller’s dream!
Inclusions
Meals
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat, Felucca
Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (5 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
Included activities
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Cairo - Welcome Dinner
Cairo - Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
Cairo - Egyptian Museum
Aswan - Nubian Village Visit and Dinner
Aswan - Philae Temple
Aswan - Sunset drinks on a felucca
Izbat Al Bayyarah - Kom Ombo Temple
Luxor - Karnak Temple
Luxor - Hatshepsut Temple
Luxor - Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
Luxor - Tomb of Tutankhamun
Luxor - Colossi of Memnon
Cairo - Home-Cooked Dinner
Cairo - Khan al-Khalili Bazaar
Cairo - Al-Azhar Mosque
Cairo - Coffee/tea in a local cafe
Optional activities
Cairo - Islamic Art Museum (entrance fee) - EGP340
Urban Adventures - Saqqara and Memphis - USD109
Cairo - Urban Adventures Downtown Cairo Tour - USD29
Cairo - The Great Pyramid of Cheops (entrance fee) - EGP1000
Aswan – Abu Simbel excursion by car (includes transfer, guide and entry) - USD110
Aswan - Abu Simbel excursion by flight (includes flights, transfers, guide and entry) from price - USD450
Edfu - Edfu Temple (entrance fee) - EGP550
Luxor - Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show (minimum 2 people) (entrance, guide & transport) - USD45
Luxor - Hot Air Balloon over the Valley of the Kings (Per Person) - USD120
Luxor - Valley of the Queens (entrance fee) - EGP220
Luxor - Tomb of Queen Nefertari in the Valley of the Queens (entrance fee) - EGP2500
Dates and availability
Starting
Ending
Remaining
Prices From
















Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 
3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
Reviews (424)
5 stars
406
4 stars
10
3 stars
6
2 stars
1
1 star
1
Gillian
May 11, 2025
A spectacular tour , made so by a small group of awesome people & the best tour leader. We saw the good sides - ancient civilisations and the bad sides - the current mayhem of present day Egypt.
Sandra
May 10, 2025
My holiday in Egypt with Intrepid ran very smoothly. It was well organized and included varied experiences. Sharing delicious meals with local families, visiting spectacular ancient places and a relaxing cruise down the Nile made it a wonderful holiday.
Robert
May 10, 2025
Loved the experience so much loved the interactions
Ian
May 07, 2025
We have just completed a Premium Egypt tour which was extremely enjoyable and informative; excellent accommodation, content and organisation and a marvellous guide.
Greg
May 06, 2025
The 9 day Egypt tour with intrepid was memorable and knowledgeable for me. I learned more than I thought I would and thoroughly enjoyed my time. Intrepids guided tour wasn’t only great for the organization of the locations but the informative guide they had leading us along the way! Thanks!
Thomas
May 01, 2025
Premium Egypt was a terrific experience: every aspect was taken care so our group didn't need to sweat the small stuff. The ancient sites and the modern aspects of Egypt were a great blend of history and culture. I highly recommend this package: every day was grander and more spectacular, and that's with seeing the Pyramids of Giza on Day One!
Joanne
Apr 30, 2025
25 years in the making, my first trip with Intrepid and a dream come true. A seamless trip of Egypt, which is so much more than pyramids. Our Guide Hany was phenomenal and a fantastic tour group with so many laughs. An exceptional experience and an unforgettable trip. I'll be back!
Jenny
Apr 26, 2025
This tour is a great mix of historical wonders, breathtaking scenery and culture. Everyday had a highlight. It was well organised with the right mix of activities. Hany our tour leader was excellent. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, attentive and added so much more with his stories and humour. An exceptional tour leader. A fantastic trip with a great bunch of people. Highly recommend visiting Egypt.
John
Apr 15, 2025
Excellent tour guide always out for the welfare of others
Patricia
Apr 15, 2025
Went to Egypt with Intrepid. Our tour guide, Sayed, took excellent care of us! Incredible, trip of a lifetime, for all we saw, experienced and learned. So much fun!!! A+++
Friends and Family Travel is an agent of Intrepid Travel. All Trip content and associated images are copyright of Intrepid Travel.
You are protected
Contact Information
Call us at
0208 058 4003
Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM GMT.
Contact our customer support
contact@friendsandfamily.travel
We’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

© 2024 Friends and Family Travel | All rights reserved.