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You most certainly will. The world's last remaining ancient wonder has attracted travellers to Egypt throughout the ages and we include this must-see attraction on all our tours. You'll also see the famous Sphinx with the option to ride a camel close to the Pyramids and enter the interior of Khufu. The day of sightseeing also includes the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, home to Zhoser’s step pyramid. Your tour guide will be able to tell you all about these legendary sites, as well as show you the best places to take photos.

On our tours that travel as far south as Aswan, we include a two-night felucca cruise as standard. Feluccas are traditional sailboats with mattresses on the deck where you'll sleep at night. A support vessel accompanies the felucca with an on-board toilet and shower. There is always the option to upgrade to a 5-star Nile cruise, which offers well-appointed, outward-facing cabins with air conditioning and private bathrooms. Alternatively, our Jewel of the Nile tour features a 5-star, three-night cruise as standard.

It's impossible to deem a country safe when you have no control over events, but our Egypt holidays have been departing as scheduled ever since the initial travel ban that surrounded the Arab Spring in 2011. There are rarely any dangerous events in Egypt these days, and these are not directed at tourists. The popular sightseeing area along the Nile has no travel restrictions in place. The FCO advises that there is a heightened risk of terrorism in some parts of Egypt, but that same advice is also applied to Belgium and France. We do not visit anywhere deemed unsafe by the British Foreign Office on our tours. In other words, Egypt is no less safe than European destinations during these uncertain times. Consult your relevant government travel advice for up-to-date information on the security situation in Egypt.

If you want to explore more of the region's ancient wonders, we offer a number of tours that combine Egypt with Jordan and even Israel. Ranging from 12 to 18 days, these multi-country combo tours feature the highlights of both countries, including the Rose City of Petra, the otherworldly Dead Sea, and the remarkable Wadi Rum. Browse our full collection of Egypt holidays for more details.

Our average group size is around 14 passengers, and it will never be bigger than 24, so you're guaranteed an intimate small group tour experience. And you'll be travelling with an eclectic mix of English-speaking internationals. You can expect a wide range of ages, from those in their 20s to those in their 60s or even 70s. On average, though, the age hovers somewhere around the early to mid-40s.

You'll be staying in 4-5 star accommodation on our small group Egypt holidays, with a mix of modern properties and grand, classical buildings that are well-known. Our hotels have been chosen for their great locations, amenities, and comfort.

For transfers between Cairo International Airport, our hotels and local sites, we travel by private, modern air-conditioned vehicles. You'll also be travelling by 1st class overnight sleeper train between Cairo and Luxor/Aswan. For more information on the sleeper train in Egypt, check out our Top Travel Tips page. Between Luxor and Aswan you'll cruise the Nile by felucca for a taste of navigation that has been used in these parts for centuries.

According to the 2023 LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index Egypt scores an F rating for LGBTQ+ traveller safety, ranking 177th out of 203 countries. Same-sex marriage is illegal, and there are no constitutional or worker protections in place for the LGBTQ+ community. 0–25% of consulted citizens consider Egypt a good place to live for gay and lesbian people. Laws prevent the discussion of pro-LGBTQ+ issues, and homosexuality earns a fine and up to 3 years in prison. Possessing homosexual materials receives up to 2 years in prison and a fine. This does not mean members of the LGBTQ+ community shouldn’t visit Egypt, but precautions should be taken when travelling. As long as you use common sense, travelling in Egypt shouldn’t be a problem. We take people of all ages, races, genders, and sexualities on tour, and there are rarely any issues for our travellers in the destination. The LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Index is designed to provide a good overall picture of attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community in each country and may not reflect the experience of foreign travellers to the country.

Visit between September and April for the most comfortable temperatures and ideal sightseeing conditions. Between March and August, temperatures are high and the heat is dry. Many of Egypt's ancient temples are quite exposed, so it can be too hot for sightseeing at these times. You could consider going for the bi-annual Abu Simbel Sun Festival, which takes place in February and October each year. Not only is the weather great at these times of year, but it means you can also coincide your trip with this special event. For more information, see our best time to visit Egypt page.