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Introducing Egypt

A truly legendary destination, Egypt conjures images of pharaohs and kings, sphinxes and pyramids. The nation is a vast, arid desert at the top of Northern Africa, populated mostly around the life-giving Nile River that bisects it.

You'll feel Egypt’s history in the labyrinthine street markets of Cairo and the towering minarets of its mosques. You'll see it in Luxor's temples and Alexandria's waterfront fortresses. It’s further exemplified in Abu Simbel, the site of two great temples built 3,000 years ago as monuments to Pharaoh Ramses II. And of course, you see it in Giza, where ancient Egyptians built their famed pyramidal tombs to inter their monarchs for eternity.

When is the best time to visit?
You’ll find the most pleasant weather in Egypt between October and April. This being a desert nation, the summer months (June through September) can be oppressively hot, especially if you venture down to Luxor and further south to the temples of Abu Simbel near the border with Sudan. Know that December and January are peak tourist months and the Easter period is popular too—try to book your trip as far in advance as possible, no matter when you plan to visit.

Where should you go?
It wouldn’t be a visit to Egypt without spending time in Cairo—and not just to see the Great Pyramid of Giza. Egypt’s capital is massive in scope (it’s home to about 20 million people), and there’s a cultural experience every corner. For incredible views head to the top of Mokattam Hill, where the Saladin Citadel fortress overlooks the city. If you want to experience more of the country—and you should—it’s a straight shot north to the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria, while in the south you’ll find impressive archeological sites at Luxor and Abu Simbel.

How many days do you need?
To really experience Cairo and make an excursion to the Great Pyramids of Giza, you'll want to spend a minimum of four or five days in the area. In a week, you can see the pyramids, explore Cairo, and make a side trip to Luxor and/or Alexandria. Spend longer than a week and you can see all of the above plus make an excursion to the southern border and see the impressive Abu Simbel temples. If you solely plan to visit Giza's pyramids, you could technically do so in two or three quick days—this is a whirlwind experience, and we highly recommend spending more time.

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Views from the Nile River
Map of Nile River Cruise & Cultural Tour: Cairo, Luxor & Aswan - 10 Days
Nile River Cruise & Cultural Tour: Cairo, Luxor & Aswan - 10 Days

See Egypt by land, sea, and air on this unforgettable 10-day adventure. Start in Cairo and the legendary pyramids of Giza, then fly to Luxor and take a ride down the Nile River, stopping to tour ancient temples along the way. Circle back to the capital and immerse yourself in Cairo's Islamic heritage as you visit mosques and museums and browse for souvenirs at the 14th-century market, Khan el-Khalili.

Spires on the skyline of Cairo
Map of Highlights of Egypt: Cairo & Sharm El Sheikh  - 7 Days
Highlights of Egypt: Cairo & Sharm El Sheikh - 7 Days

On this weeklong tour of Egypt, you'll enjoy a mix of cultural sightseeing and outdoor adventures. Tour ancient Egyptian landmarks in Cairo, behold the grand pyramids and the Sphinx in Giza, and see Roman ruins in Alexandria. Then you'll fly to the coastal resort of Sharm El Sheikh, venture out on a grand safari around Dahab, and relax by the Red Sea before circling back to the capital city.

The Great Sphinx of Giza
Map of Egypt Cultural Tour From Cairo - 5 Days
Egypt Cultural Tour From Cairo - 5 Days

This five-day trip is anchored in Cairo and takes you to Egypt's top cultural highlights. Begin with major attractions in the capital city, touring the Egyptian Museum to see the King Tut exhibit. Then, detour to Giza to visit the iconic pyramids and the Sphinx and day-trip to Alexandria to explore ancient Roman ruins. Finish the trip back in Cairo, where you'll learn about Islamic traditions and go for a dinner cruise on the Nile River.

Giza Pyramids
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Best of Cairo - 4 Days

On this quick, eventful journey, experience the best of Cairo. Tour the Egyptian Museum, which includes antiques that date back 5,000 years, followed by a visit to the famous Cairo Tower. Then, enjoy a concert in Giza surrounded by the pyramids and the Sphinx. Next, tour the Old Cairo churches, mosques, and market stalls, and enjoy delicious Egyptian fare.

A safari adventure in the Siwa Desert
Map of Ancient Egypt & Oasis Adventure: Cairo, Alexandria & Siwa - 10 days
Ancient Egypt & Oasis Adventure: Cairo, Alexandria & Siwa - 10 days

Discover some of Egypt's most historic and exotic locales as you travel from Cairo across the country to the western oasis of Siwa. First, marvel at the great pyramids of Giza, see pharaohs' treasures in the Egyptian Museum, and tour one of the finest libraries of the ancient world in Alexandria. Then continue west to the Siwa Oasis to visit archaeological sites and enjoy a desert safari.

The Nile river
Map of Jewels of The Nile: Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan - 8 days
Jewels of The Nile: Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan - 8 days

Explore Egypt on a luxurious Nile River cruise as you visit Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Highlights will include visiting the Pyramids of Giza, seeing art and artifacts at the Egyptian Museum, and Karnak Temple in Luxor. As you cruise down The Nile, you will also have time to relax and take in the scenery.

Make the Most of Your Time in Egypt

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See the Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza no matter how long your visit to Egypt
How Many Days to Spend in Egypt

Spanning thousands of years of ancient history, how can you see it all when visiting Egypt? Because Egypt is such a high-traffic tourist destination, there are plenty of...

Discover the Deir-al-Bahri (Temple of Hatshepsut) opposite Luxor, on a Cairo and Nile cruise adventure
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1 Week in Egypt - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas

With a week to spend in Egypt, travelers have several great options. Try a highlights tour that takes you to Cairo, Alexandria, and the coastal resort of Sharm El Sheikh, or...

Ride a camel along the coast of Dahab famous for its sunsets and Blue Hole
Map of 10 Days in Egypt - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Egypt - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Ten days is a perfect amount of time to spend in Egypt. With enough time to explore several regions, you can combine an extended stay in Cairo with a multi-day cruise down the...

The temple of Abu Simbel in Egypt's ancient Nubia
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2 Weeks in Egypt - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Two weeks is a generous amount of time to spend in Egypt. With 14 days, you can focus on Egyptian culture and history, touring the country's pyramids and ancient monuments, or...

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Set off on a four-day Nile River cruise aboard a luxurious dahabiya
Map of Discover Egypt's Capital & Sail the Nile River - 10 Days
Discover Egypt's Capital & Sail the Nile River - 10 Days

Immerse yourself in Egypt's rich history and culture, starting with a food tour in Cairo, followed by visits to iconic landmarks like the Giza Pyramid Complex and the Egyptian Museum. Then, fly to Aswan to board a luxurious dahabiya and sail along the Nile River. Stop at historical sites like the Temple of Kom Ombo, Gebel el-Silsila, and the Temple of Nekhbet. Rise above Luxor in a hot-air balloon at sunrise before heading to Hurghada to scuba dive in the Red Sea and flying back to Cairo to visit a community farm.

Spend four days exploring the Nile River's ancient temples on a traditional dahabiya
Map of Discover Egypt's Capital & Sail the Nile River - 9 Days
Discover Egypt's Capital & Sail the Nile River - 9 Days

In just nine days, you'll explore Egypt's bustling capital and sail along the Nile River on a traditional dahabiya sailboat. Start with a food tour in Cairo, then discover Memphis, the Saqqara Necropolis, and the Giza Necropolis on the city's outskirts before taking a day trip to the desert to visit Abu Simbel. Fly to Aswan to begin your four-day cruise, stopping at ancient landmarks like the temples of Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, and Karnak. Then, return to the capital to tour Coptic and Islamic Cairo and the Egyptian Museum.

Spend four days sailing along the Nile River aboard a dahabiya (traditional sailboat)
Map of Grand Tour of Egypt & Nile Sailing Trip - 12 Days
Grand Tour of Egypt & Nile Sailing Trip - 12 Days

Explore Egypt's highlights on this 12-day trip, beginning with a food tour in Cairo and a day trip to historical sites like the Giza Pyramid Complex. Spend a day discovering Alexandria and its ancient landmarks, then admire the monasteries in Wadi El Natrun before flying to Aswan. Visit Abu Simbel and Philae Temple, then board a dahabiya for a four-day cruise along the Nile River, stopping at notable temples, including Kom Ombo and Edfu, along the way. Finally, disembark and soar above Luxor in a hot-air balloon.

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7 Days in Egypt - 4 Unique Itineraries
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10 Days in Egypt - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Travel specialist Samir Bishara
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Samir Bishara

I have been in the tourism field for many years, long enough for me to become very aware of travelers' needs and requirements. My passion for tourism and travel influenced me to switch my career...

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Travel specialist Ibrahim Elaref
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Ibrahim Elaref

I have been working in the tourism field for 18 years. I born in Luxor and now I live and work in Cairo. I established my own travel company in 2009, and we are now one of the leading tour...

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Mohamed Nabil

Hi, I'm Mohamed and I am working in the travel industry for more than 3 years with the aim to provide the perfect holiday to our valued customers as we are specialist in organizing individual...

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Hi, I'm Habiba, I am in the travel industry for 3years with the aim to provide the perfect holiday to our valued customers as we are specialist in organizing individual tours, groups, Tailor made...

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Trip Reviews for Egypt

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Phenomenal service and planning from start to...
Egypt | Aug 29 - Sep 7, 2025

Archana
Archana D.
Richardson, TX | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025
Phenomenal service and planning from start to end! Excellent customer service and support!! I highly recommend Kim Kim and Egypt Promotion Read more

Phenomenal service and planning from start to end! Excellent customer service and support!! I highly recommend Kim Kim and Egypt Promotion

Hotel Reviews
Tower Prestige Nile cruise
Luxor

Great staff and great food!!

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Ramses Hilton Hotel & Casino
cairo

Fabulous!!

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Everyone at Sun Pyramids Tour worked to make ...
Egypt | Aug 10 - Aug 22, 2025

Mica
Mica S.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025
Everyone at Sun Pyramids Tour worked to make my trip amazing! My guides Karam, Eslam and Abdu were so knowledgeable and became good friends. Every driver went out of his way to make sure I had everything I needed. Armia and Mohamed accommodated any change and add on while I was in country. The entire experience was fantastic! Read more

Everyone at Sun Pyramids Tour worked to make my trip amazing! My guides Karam, Eslam and Abdu were so knowledgeable and became good friends. Every driver went out of his way to make sure I had everything I needed. Armia and Mohamed accommodated any change and add on while I was in country. The entire experience was fantastic!

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The House Boutique Hotel
Amman
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M/S Nile Serenity
LUXOR
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Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
zamalek
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Local specialist: Mohamed Nabil
Mohamed
Mohamed Nabil
Local specialist in Egypt | Replied on Aug 23, 2025

it was our pleasure to have you and on behalf of the entire team, thank you and we look forward to your next adventures

Nader and his team were amazing. My wife and ...
Egypt | May 25 - May 30, 2025

Jeff
Jeff S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 04, 2025
Nader and his team were amazing. My wife and I and our three college age children all really enjoyed Egypt. Nader had several planning calls with us before the itinerary was finalized to make sure that all of our goals were met. From the moment we arrived at the airport the service was first class. Our representative in Cairo, Samara, met us as soon as we got off the plane and got our visas and escorted us through security. The airlines lost my wives and daughters luggage and Samara waited at... Read more

Nader and his team were amazing. My wife and I and our three college age children all really enjoyed Egypt. Nader had several planning calls with us before the itinerary was finalized to make sure that all of our goals were met. From the moment we arrived at the airport the service was first class. Our representative in Cairo, Samara, met us as soon as we got off the plane and got our visas and escorted us through security. The airlines lost my wives and daughters luggage and Samara waited at the airport for hours and even went back to the airport after we left for Luxor to retrieve the bags for us. He went way above and beyond for us including getting a hotel upgrade do to our trouble with the luggage. He was incredible. Hassany was our representative in Luxor and he was amazing too. I have never had so much personal attention from a travel representative. He even took us shopping in downtown Luxor so my daughter could buy a few items of clothing while she waited on her luggage from the airlines. Zain was also great in Aswan although our stay was very short. Our guide in Cairo, Osama, was so knowledgeable and personable and made our visit so memorable. I honestly felt like we were friends at the end of the week. We planned our trip a little too aggressively from the outset, but Nader and his team were agile and changed our plans "on the fly" to accommodate us. They added trips, canceled dinner reservations and rescheduled excursions as necessary to give us the best experience possible. The Fairmont Hotel in Cairo was fantastic and the Hilton in Luxor provided a great dinner atmosphere with the pool area right on the Nile. The food in every location was great. It was so much fun learning more about the history of Egypt and seeing the sites. Having the expert guides with us to answer questions and explain things in as much or little detail as we wanted make the trip way more enjoyable than if we had done it on our own. We highly recommend visiting Egypt. It was truly the experience of a lifetime and Nader and his team were a big part of its success.

Hotel Reviews
Movenpick Aswan
Aswan

Movenpick was a great choice for us in Aswan. It's only reachable by boat which provided a unique experience and the views from both our room and from the tower bar were great. The room quality was average, but the service was superb.

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Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
Luxor, Luxor Governorate

Rooms were average, but the pool amenities were right on the Nile and provided a great place for dinner and to unwind after a long day of traveling.

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Fairmont Nile city
cairo

We loved it. Rooms, service, food and amenities were first class. We would definitely stay again the next time we are in Cairo.

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Activity Reviews
Grand Egyptian Museum tour to the grand hall & commercial area
Grand Egyptian Museum tour to the grand hall & commercial area
Cairo

Again, Osama could not have been better. The GEM was incredible to see the ancient artifacts were so incredible.

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Famous Khan Khalili market
Famous Khan Khalili market
Cairo

The market was fun to see, but the highlight was lunch at the famous Naguib Mahfouz restaurant. What a unique experience.

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Coptic Cairo - Salah El Deen Citadel - Mohamed Ali Mosque
Coptic Cairo - Salah El Deen Citadel - Mohamed Ali Mosque
Cairo

What a unique experience. Osama did a great job teaching us about the Muslim religion and the scenery was incredible.

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Visit Philae temple & High Dam - Felluca ride
Visit Philae temple & High Dam - Felluca ride
Aswan

The Felluca ride was terrific. Our family loves the water and the sunset Felluca cruise was perfect for us.

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West & East Bank Luxor
West & East Bank Luxor
Luxor

The Valley of Kings and Luxor Temple were amazing and must do activities in Luxor.

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Mohammad was not quite as accommodating as the others. He seemed to have a plan and wanted to stick to it. Plus he kept taking us to local establishments for us to purchase the local trinkets even after we asked him not to.
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Hot air balloon
Hot air balloon
Luxor

We didn't get to go because of high winds. But, others that did go highly recommended it.

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Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel Ride & The Egyptian Museum
Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel Ride & The Egyptian Museum
Cairo

Once in a lifetime experience. The Sphinx and museum were awe inspiring, but the Camel ride next to the pyramids was something we will all remember forever.

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Free Day in Cairo
Free Day in Cairo
Cairo
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Osama was terrific. Very knowledgeable and clearly desired for us to enjoy ourselves.
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All of the drivers were great.
Local specialist: Nader Hussein
Nader
Nader Hussein
Local specialist in Egypt | Replied on Aug 05, 2025

Dear Mr. Jeff and family;
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We’re thrilled to hear you and your family had such an amazing experience in Egypt. It was a pleasure planning your trip and ensuring every detail met your goals. Samara, Hassany, Zain, and Osama are sending their best regards, and it’s wonderful to hear they made your trip special. We’re grateful for your trust and kind words. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we’re delighted we could be part of your unforgettable journey. We hope to host you again for more adventures in the future!
Shukran
Nader

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