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Egypt Expedition

Imagine yourself an archeologist, discovering the Pyramids of Giza. Imagine yourself royalty, worshipped in history’s most revered shrines. Imagine yourself the sun god Ra, on the turqoiuse banks of the Red Sea. Now pinch yourself—this is Egypt, and it's very real.

Picture yourself

Wondering if aliens exist as you gaze at the pyramids

Flying high above endless desert in a hot air balloon

Snorkeling in the perfectly-turquoise water of the Red Sea

Getting up close with a mummy at King Tut’s tomb

Losing yourself in the bustling streets and markets of Cairo

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9 nights in handpicked accommodations

Daily breakfasts

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Tour of Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx

Sunset felucca sailboat ride on the Nile

Read up on your pharaohs, board your overnight flight to Cairo, and channel your inner-mummy for some shut eye. You’re about to uncover a trip you’ll never forget.

This tour requires a visa for U.S. citizens. Check entry requirements or call us with questions at 800-766-2645.

Welcome to Cairo! The capital city of Egypt is the starting point for your odyssey through ancient wonders and modern marvels. From the banks of the Nile River straight into your eyeballs, Cairo is an extraordinary city, home to nearly 20 million people, and the gateway to the Great Pyramids.

Please note: Getting to Egypt takes some time. Arrivals tend to be late on this day.

Today's highlights:

• Land at the airport and meet a waiting EF representative.
• Transfer to your hotel, check out your room, and start to meet your fellow travelers as they arrive.
• Enjoy an included dinner upon arrival to your hotel.

Forget everything you learned in history class. Actually, wait, don’t do that. Just be prepared to have your mind blown seeing all the Egyptian stuff you learned about in school IRL on your tour of Cairo.

In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner of local cuisine and drinks with fellow travelers at an authentic local spot. Afterwards, you’re free to take the party elsewhere!

• Explore Coptic Cairo, a historically Christian neighborhood, that’s home to some of the world’s oldest churches.
• Float like a butterfly to the Muhammed Ali Mosque (named for the founder of modern Egypt, not the boxer) within the Salah El-Din Citadel overlooking the city.

It’s time. Today you get to spend time at the oldest, and only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World: the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Two fun facts we love about the Great Pyramid: it was the tallest structure in the world for nearly 4,000 years; and Cleopatra lived closer in time to the moon landing than the construction of the Great Pyramid. This not a drill, people, this is one of humankind’s greatest accomplishments in the flesh.

• Tour the grounds and take plenty of pictures at the Giza Necropolis, where you’ll learn about the construction, excavation, and the pharaohs buried here.
• Experience the unrivaled majesty of the Great Pyramid of Giza.
• Shake paws with the Great Sphinx: part lion, part human, fully awesome.

Kiss Cairo goodbye and head south to Luxor today. Sure, Giza gets all the attention—it sits at the popular kids table—but trust us when we say that Luxor is every bit as stunning and jam-packed with ancient treasures. Once the site of the city of Thebes, now dubbed “the world’s greatest open-air museum.”

• Board your short morning flight from Cairo to Luxor.
• Pick your jaw up off the ground as you stroll through the sprawling temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor, which includes the Great Temple of Amun-Re and the Avenue of the Sphinxes.
• Admire the still intact hieroglyphics decorating the walls and pillars. That one over there looks like it says “buy a round of beers for your group.“ Weird!
• Taste the local specialties with an included dinner in Luxor.

Here be mummies. Cross the Nile today and behold the sacred sights of the West Bank of Luxor. For 500 years, this is where ancient Egyptians built tons of tombs and shrines to royalty including Queen Hatshepsut and King Tut. Explore the thusly-named Valley of the Kings today, and do your best not to disturb any sleeping pharaohs.

• Listen closely as your guide teaches you about the Valley of the King’s many limestone tombs and their ancient inhabitants.
• Look straight up at the Colossi of Memnon—two 60-foot statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that you would not want to play basketball against.
• Climb the stairs of the reconstructed Temple of Queen Hatshepsut built into the cliffs.
• Visit the tomb of King Tut, the valley’s most famous resident, where for an extra cost, you may enter the burial chamber to see his mummy where it still lays at rest.
• Cruise down the Nile on a felucca—a traditional Egyptian sailboat, the likes of which have been in use since ancient times—for a magical sunset.

Hop in a hot air balloon before dawn and get a new perspective on Egypt from all the way up. See firsthand from the fertile Nile to the endless desert as far as the eye can see. Please note that departure for sunrise is subject to weather conditions. Why wait? Save money by booking this optional excursion before your trip departs.

After a full day of mummy hunting, be sure to check yourself for any supernatural curses. Be a good pal and check your neighbor, too. None? Great! Today you’re headed up the Nile to Dendera, home to one of the best-preserved temple complexes remaining from Ancient Egypt.

• Take a private morning bus to Dendera—just long enough to edit all your pics thus far.
• Enjoy the immaculately preserved Dendera Temple Complex and be sure to look up at the ceiling, recently cleaned of centuries of soot to reveal the original paint.
• Take a peek at the Dendera Light Relief—a wall carving that some say depicts modern usage of electricity in ancient times.
• Continue on to the Red Sea coastal resort city of Hurghada, and enjoy an included dinner upon arrival.

After a week in the desert, you may be shocked by how happy you are to see sand. Specifically, the pristine white sand beaches of Mahmya where the perfectly turquoise water of the Red Sea meets Giftun Island. Trade in your archaeologist trowel for a beach towel, and make a splash in paradise.

• Soak up some sun on the world class beaches of Mahmya.
• Cool off in the water with swimming and some of the best snorkeling found anywhere.
• Indulge in island life with an included Egyptian lunch & dinner.

Good news! Your prayers to the sun god, Ra, have been answered. Today you get a full day in Hurghada to do as you please, and plenty of food included for lunch and dinner. Enjoy the amenities of the resort town, lay back, catch some rays, and try and remember to also pray to the god of sunscreen.

Free time suggestions

Kushari: If you haven’t by now, be sure to try the mouthwatering ubiquitous hodgepodge: kushari. Rice + pasta + lentils, mixed together and smothered in a spiced tomato sauce = drool. Beach Time: If you didn’t get enough sun yesterday, hit the beach today for a little R&R. When in paradise, do as the Egyptians do.

It’s your last day in Egypt. You’ve almost climbed the metaphorical pyramid that is this trip. As you head back to Cairo for one last day of fun, sun, and sailing, be sure to think back on all the exploring you did: pyramids, temples, vibrant marketplaces, a rich culture not so different from your own, and heck, maybe even a little self-discovery out there on the road.

Farewell Dinner Share some last laughs and revisit the best moments of the trip at this included farewell dinner with the group.

• Return to Cairo via private bus, and start planning your reunion trip somewhere new with this group of people who have gone from strangers to family in a mere 10 days.
• Bargain your way through a souk—a traditional Egyptian open-air market perfect for people-watching, and picking up those last-minute souvenirs.

Wadaeaan ya aisdiqa'! Your next destination awaits—home. Before you head to the airport, make sure to take one more group photo and grab that final drink. But this isn’t goodbye because you can always get the gang back together for another trip soon.

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Trip of a lifetime!

The most jaw dropping place I have ever been! This was my 3rd EF trip and by far my favorite. Seeing the pyramids, climbing inside the great pyramid and touching 2,500 BC hieroglyphics was amazing. GO ON THIS TRIP! YOU WILL LOVE IT! Our TD Heba was so great! She was our guide and historian. she knew everything and became very protective of us when peddlers ... See more

Memories of a Lifetime

This trip was truly everything I had imagined and so much more. The sights like the pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings, the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, and the temple of Dandara were beyond life-altering. Getting to visit and see them in person it felt like I had stepped back in time and I was just so in awe of everything. Our tour director Tarek w... See more

A Dream Come True

I’d wanted to visit Egypt for so long, but was scared to do it as a solo female traveler. Enter EF Ultimate Break with an amazing itinerary, an amazing guide (Tarek is the BEST), and so many cool people to meet on the trip, and I’ve had the trip of my life. There’s a lot of museums and learning about the culture on this trip, so be mindful before booking. Ho... See more

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Claire & Peter

Country #1: Egypt

Exploring egypt with ef ultimate break: egypt cruise the nile.

We really hit the ground running with Egypt! To be honest we were in between starting somewhere in South America, or Egypt. Don’t ask me how we narrowed it down to those two locations. Ultimately it ended up being pretty much a coin flip and off to Egypt we went!

To ease ourselves into full-time travel, we found a group trip with EF Ultimate Break that had the perfect first time to Egypt itinerary in my opinion (Egypt: Cruise the Nile). We got there a few days early and spent the time exploring the Pyramids and getting adjusted to our first time change of many. To see more of what we did each day check out the links to our under a minute vlogs and to see what we spent each day click the budget breakdown link below!

Egypt Daily Itinerary:

Everything we spent while in Egypt can be found in our Egypt Budget Breakdown .

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We’re Claire and Peter. In 2022 we took a corporate gap year to see the world. Three years later…we’re still on the road.

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Egypt & Jordan: Pyramids to Petra

If any trip was like diving head-first into a history book, it’s this one. From seeing the only remaining Ancient Wonder IRL to floating above the dawn-kissed sand dunes of endless desert, you’ll experience awe like never before.

This tour requires a visa for U.S. citizens. Check entry requirements or call us with questions at 800-766-2645.

Picture yourself

Wondering if ancient aliens exist as you gawk at the Pyramids

Pinching yourself in front of the Great Sphinx

Marveling at the wondrous ruins of Petra

Floating in the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth

Flying high above the desert in a hot air balloon

What you'll get

Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)

9 nights in handpicked accommodations

9 breakfasts

An expert Tour Director

24/7 support

2 insider city tours

Entrance to the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Dead Sea, and more

A Jeep 4x4 desert tour of Wadi Rum

Brush up on your hieroglyphs, board your overnight flight to Egypt, and get some shut eye—just channel your inner mummy. You’re about to uncover a trip you’ll never forget.

Welcome to Giza, just a hop across the Nile from Cairo, Egypt’s capital, and home to some really, really, really old stuff like the Pyramids. Give ’em a wave, because they’re literally RIGHT THERE. Casual.

Today's highlights:

• Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport.
• Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
• Rest up before your adventure begins in the AM.

Forget everything you learned in history class. Actually, don’t do that. Just be prepared to have your mind blown seeing all the Egyptian stuff you learned about in school as you tour Cairo.

• Visit the Egyptian Museum to gawk at ancient artifacts and learn about Egyptology.
• Explore Coptic Cairo, a historically Christian neighborhood and home to some of the world’s oldest churches.
• Float like a butterfly to the Muhammed Ali Mosque (named for the founder of modern Egypt, not the boxer) within the Salah El-Din Citadel.
• Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers.

It’s here. You're seeing the oldest and only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World: the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. This is not a drill, people. This is one of humankind’s greatest accomplishments in the flesh.

• Tour the grounds and take plenty of pics at the Giza Necropolis, where you’ll learn about the construction, excavation, and the pharaohs buried here.
• Experience the unrivaled majesty of the Great Pyramids.
• Shake paws with the Great Sphinx—part lion, part human, 100% awesome.

Say hello to Amman! Jordan’s capital is a bustling metropolis with all the amenities you could want, friendly Arabic chatter in the streets, and beautifully preserved ancient ruins.

• Hop a morning flight to Amman, Jordan.
• Spend the afternoon sightseeing with your Tour Director.
• Hit the souk for dinner on your own and some souvenir hunting.

Take a day trip to Jerash, sometimes called “The Pompeii of the East.” No volcanoes here, though—just perfectly preserved Greco-Roman ruins. Then make your way to the Dead Sea for a dip in the lowest point on Earth.

• Strut down the streets of Jerash like an emperor, stopping at Hadrian’s Arch, built to honor an (actual) emperor’s visit in 129 AD.
• Get in the ring at the Hippodrome—an ancient Greek arena used for horse racing.
• Swim in the Dead Sea and see what water ten times saltier than the ocean feels like.
• Head back to Amman for a night of free time.

Today you’re going to Wadi Musa, or “Valley of Moses,” the nearest town to the wonder that is Petra. On the way, learn about sustainable development at Al Numeira and visit Little Petra, or as we like to call it, Petra Jr.

• Stop at Al Numeira for an authentic Jordanian lunch and learn about the organization’s sustainable practices.
• Continue to Little Petra, which is just as "whoa” as Big Petra, but cuter and with fewer people.
• Arrive in Wadi Musa, just a hop, a skip, and a jump from Petra.
• Take the evening to explore and chill with your fellow travelers.

One of the most magnificent feats in ancient architecture, Petra, the Sandstone City, awaits you through a spectacular winding canyon. Continue to the desert oasis of Wadi Rum for a magical night of stargazing.

• Join a local guide on a Siq walk of Petra. Siq means canyon, but yeah, it IS pretty sick.
• Gaze at the world-famous Al-Khazneh temple carved right into the cliffs.
• Travel to Wadi Rum—you might recognize it from countless movies, like The Martian and a few Star Wars films.
• Relax at an included dinner, then goggle at the stars with professional astronomers.

Today you’re in for a thrill ride: a Jeep 4x4 tour of the Wadi Rum Desert Valley, the closest thing there is to Mars on Earth. Check out red sand dunes, wild rock formations, and even the house Lawrence of Arabia lived in.

• Climb into your 4x4 and experience Wadi Rum with an expert local guide.
• Soak in the sights in ways you wouldn’t be able to on foot.
• Enjoy an included dinner and free time to bask in the otherworldly beauty of Wadi Rum.

Get killer sunrise views of Wadi Rum from the vantage point only a hot air balloon can provide. This excursion is  pre-book  only; if your trip is less than twenty days away, please call 800-766-2645 to purchase.

You’re back in Amman, the White City, and the perfect place to spend your last day in Jordan. Where did the time go? We’ll tell you—making new friends, exploring ancient pyramids, and stargazing in the desert, nbd.

• Stop at Kerak en route to Amman to check out a big ol’ castle built by Christian crusaders in the 1100s.
• Chow down on some mansaf, scroll through your pics, and relive all the mems on your last day.
• Share some laughs (and maybe shed a few tears) at an included Farewell Dinner with your group.

Ma’a salama ‘asadqayaa! Translation: Goodbye, friends! Your next destination awaits—home. But this isn’t goodbye. It’s “See you later.” The only question is, where?

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Go Ahead Tours Egypt: Comparing the Best Tours in 2024

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Traveling to Egypt with Go Ahead Tours is a great way to see a country filled with history without having to do any planning yourself.

Here are the four Egypt tours that Go Ahead offers:

Grand Tour of Egypt: Cairo, Pyramids of Giza & Nile River Cruise

A week in egypt: giza, nile river cruise & cairo, egypt & nile river cruise, egypt & nile river cruise for solo travelers.

Read on to learn more about these tours and how they compare.

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Go Ahead Tours Egypt Comparison

Below is an overall comparison of the Egypt trips you can take with Go Ahead Tours. You can click on the tour titles or scroll down to see the details of each tour.

On this Go Ahead tour, you will journey through Egypt, where ancient tales meet modern life.

Explore Cairo, witness the Pyramids of Giza, and cruise the Nile to Luxor and Aswan.

You can extend your adventure to Hurghada and see the Red Sea.

Below is the general itinerary you will follow on this tour. It could vary slightly depending on weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Cairo, Egypt (3 nights)

• Day 1: Board your flight to Egypt
• Day 2: Arrival in Cairo – Your flight arrives in Cairo. Transfer to your hotel and settle in for your stay.
• Day 3: Old Cairo Exploration – Explore the historic streets of Old Cairo on a guided tour. Delve into Egypt’s rich history, visiting iconic landmarks with your knowledgeable Egyptian guide.

Optional:  Coptic Cairo

• Day 4: Pyramids of Giza & Grand Egyptian Museum – Journey to the iconic Pyramids of Giza. Explore the world-famous Great Pyramid and the enigmatic Sphinx. Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Optional:  Cairo Home-Hosted Dinner

Alexandria, Egypt (2 nights)

• Day 5: Wadi El Natrun & Arrival in Alexandria – En route to Alexandria, stop at Wadi El Natrun, a desert oasis known for its salt lakes and ancient monastic settlements. Learn about the area’s history and continue your journey to Alexandria. 
• Day 6: Discover Alexandria – Explore Egypt’s second-largest city. Visit historical sites, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and enjoy the city’s Mediterranean coastline. 

Optional:  Greco-Roman Alexandria & Lunch

Luxor, Egypt (2 nights)

• Day 7: Return to Cairo and Flight to Luxor – Travel back to Cairo and catch a flight to Luxor, the “world’s greatest open-air museum.” 

Optional:  Nile River Felucca Ride & Dinner

• Day 8: Luxor Temple & Free Time – On a walking tour, visit the magnificent Luxor Temple. Enjoy the evening at your leisure to explore the city or join an optional excursion.

Optional:  Dendera & the Temple of Hathor

Nile River Cruise (4 nights)

• Day 9: Luxor’s West Bank & Cruise Embarkation – Explore the Valley of the Kings and other historical sites on the Nile’s West Bank. Board your cruise ship and settle in for a journey along the Nile.

Optional:  Nile River Hot Air Balloon Ride

• Day 10: Karnak Temple – Visit the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Nile as you continue your cruise.
• Day 11: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples – Discover the well-preserved temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo.
• Day 12: Aswan & Philae Temples – Explore Aswan and visit the stunning Philae Temples on an island in the Nile. 

Optional:  Abu Simbel

Cairo, Egypt (2 nights)

• Day 13: Disembark and Return to Cairo – Disembark your cruise in Aswan and fly back to Cairo. Enjoy a free evening to explore Cairo at your own pace.
• Day 14: Free Day in Cairo – Spend your last day in Egypt exploring the bustling streets of Cairo.
• Day 15: Departure – Your memorable journey through Egypt ends as you transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Optional Extension to Red Sea (3 nights)

• Day 15: Flight to Hurghada – Fly to the seaside town. Settle into your hotel and enjoy a free afternoon. 
• Day 16: Red Sea cruise and snorkeling – Cruise along the Red Sea with stops for swimming and snorkeling. Free afternoon.
• Day 17: Return to Cairo – Enjoy a free morning before returning to Cairo. 
• Day 18: Transfer to the airport and return home.

Here are some examples of the hotels you might stay in on the Grand Tour of Egypt: Cairo, Pyramids of Giza & Nile River Cruise tour. 

• Steigenberger El Tahrir
• Helnan Royal Hotel
• Steigenberger Nile Palace
• M/S Tulip (Cruise ship)
• Hilton Hurghada Plaza

What’s Included?

On this tour, you will have a good mix of included activities and meals, in addition to free time and meals on your own. Here is what you can expect to get with the price of the tour:

• Nine nights in hotels
• Four nights aboard a Nile River cruise ship
• 13 breakfasts
• Five lunches
• Ten dinners with beer or wine
• 11 sightseeing tours
• Tour Director
• Private deluxe motor coach
• Two on-tour flights

Note:  Flights are not included, but you can add on an airfare package, and you’ll get a round-trip flight, airport transfers once you arrive, and  more . 

Another one of the EF Go Ahead Tours to Egypt is A Week in Egypt: Giza, Nile River Cruise & Cairo.

Embark on a journey through 5,000 years of history as you cruise along the Nile River, discovering the enchanting allure of Egypt.

Experience the perfect Egyptian day, from savoring the flavors of falafel to wandering through bustling souks and exploring ancient temples, including the iconic Pyramids of Giza.

• Day 1: Departure – Board your overnight flight to Cairo today.
• Day 2: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to Egypt! This evening, enjoy an included dinner.
• Day 3: Pyramids of Giza & the Grand Egyptian Museum – Take a guided tour of Giza, explore the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, and visit the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Aswan, Egypt (1 night)

• Day 4: Flight to Aswan & Sightseeing tour – Fly to Aswan this morning and enjoy free time for the rest of the day, or add an evening excursion.

Optional:  Aswan Sunset Felucca Ride & Dinner

Nile River Cruise (3 nights)

• Day 5: Cruise Embarkation – Enjoy a free morning in Aswan, board your cruise ship, and enjoy lunch with Nile River views.
• Day 6: Sightseeing tour of the Temple of Kom Ombo & Edfu – Sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu and visit the Temple of Kom Ombo.
• Day 7: Sightseeing tour of Karnak & Luxor – Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple and enjoy a free afternoon in Luxor.

Cairo, Egypt (1 night)

• Day 8: West Bank, Valley of the Kings, Disembarkation & Flight to Cairo – Tour the Nile and explore the Valley of the Kings and King Tut’s tomb before flying to Cairo.

Flight Home

• Day 9: Departure – Transfer to the airport to board your flight home or continue exploring Cairo with an extension.

Optional Extension to Cairo (2 nights)

• Day 9: Guided Tour of the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities – Explore the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities.
• Day 10: Sightseeing Tour of Old Cairo- Take a guided tour of Old Cairo, including visits to the citadel, Mohammed Ali Mosque, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Hanging Church.
• Day 11: Departure – Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Here are some examples of the hotels you might stay in on the A Week in Egypt: Giza, Nile River Cruise & Cairo tour. 

• Conrad Cairo Hotel & Casino
• Jaz Crown Jubilee
• Movenpick Resort Aswan
• Le Méridien Cairo Airport
• Four nights in hotels
• Three nights aboard a Nile River cruise ship
• Seven breakfasts
• Three lunches
• Six dinners with beer or wine
• Six sightseeing tours
• Egyptologist, who’s also your Tour Director

Are you looking for another option? You can go on an Egypt & Nile River Cruise with Go Ahead Tours.

You’ll cruise down the Nile River and visit bustling Cairo.

Highlights include the Pyramids of Giza, the enigmatic Great Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the magnificent Temples of Karnak and Luxor, and the Sacred Valley of the Kings.

• Day 1: Depart for Cairo – Board your overnight flight to Cairo.
• Day 2: Arrive in Cairo and transfer to Giza. Welcome to Egypt! Arrive in Cairo and transfer to Giza.
• Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Cairo – Explore Cairo on a sightseeing tour with your Egyptologist. Visit the Citadel, Mohammed Ali Mosque, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
• Day 4: Giza & the Grand Egyptian Museum – Guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum.
• Day 5: Flight to Luxor & Cruise Embarkation – Fly to Luxor, board your cruise ship, and visit Karnak Temple and Luxor.
• Day 6: Nile’s West Bank – Tour the Valley of the Kings and King Tut’s tomb. 
• Day 7: Temple of Kom Ombo – Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo in Kom Ombo and arrive in Aswan.

Optional:  Edfu & the Temple of Horus

• Day 8: Felucca Sailboat Ride – Enjoy a felucca sail on the Nile, see Elephantine Island, and visit the Mausoleum of Aga Khan.
• Day 9: Disembarkation & Aswan Sightseeing – Disembark in Aswan and explore the Philae temples. Enjoy a walking tour and a local market visit.

Optional:  Nubian Village Visit

• Day 10: Flight to Cairo – Fly back to Cairo and enjoy free time.
• Day 11: Cairo Exploration – Explore the old part of Cairo and visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Gayer-Anderson Museum—farewell dinner.
• Day 12: Departure – Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Here are some hotels you might stay in on the Egypt & Nile River Cruise tour. 

• Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo
• Mövenpick MS Royal Lily
• Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
• The Old Village Hotel & Resort
• Six nights in hotels
• Ten breakfasts
• Nine dinners with beer or wine

The three Go Ahead Tours above to Egypt are open to solo travelers and groups. But if you are traveling solo, you might want to go on a tour where you can meet other solo travelers.

There is also a variation of the Egypt and Nile River Cruise, where you’ll join fellow solo travelers to unravel the mysteries of ancient hieroglyphics, bask in the shadow of the Pyramids of Giza, and sail along the storied Nile.

Highlights of the Egypt & Nile River Cruise for Solo Travelers tour include:

• Exploring the Pyramids.
• Standing in awe of the Great Sphinx.
• Diving into history at the Grand Egyptian Museum.
• Visiting the Temple of Philae and much more.

The difference between this tour and the Nile Cruise in the previous section is that it is slightly shorter. You will still take a short cruise and visit some of Egypt’s iconic cities.

Enjoy Your Go Ahead Tours Egypt Trip!

Traveling to Egypt with Go Ahead Tours is a great way to visit some of the top historical sites on the planet. You will have an expert tour guide, and everything planned for you.

With multiple tours to choose from, you’ll find a great trip for you!

Or, check out other destinations you can travel to with Go Ahead Tours here:

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History, staggering architecture, welcoming locals—Egypt and Jordan have it all, and we can prove it. Scroll down to see the reviews and snapshots our travelers posted after being wowed on our tour, Egypt & the Nile with Jordan extension .

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“For as long as I can remember I have wanted to see Egypt. I was expecting this trip to be wonderful. My experience was even better than I could have imagined. ... I had a personal encounter with an Egyptian family. The mother and father gently smiled and indicated that their small daughter could speak English. The little girl extended her hand and said, 'How do you do?' The parents were obviously proud; I was overwhelmed by the compliment. ...”

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EF Go Ahead Tours Review 2024: Are their guided tours worth it?

EF Go Ahead Tours is a world-leading guided tour company offering a comprehensive travel package with local guides and authentic travel experiences. You've likely heard of them before, but are they really worth it? What do they offer, and how do they stack up to other guided tours?

Guided tours are a great way to travel, make new friends, and enjoy new experiences without the hassle of planning the logistics of the trip. 

While guided tour companies boast of convenience, they tend to fall short when it comes to flexibility and customization. Hence, many travelers resort to planning their trips by themselves using helpful apps like  Pilot .

But, if you still prefer a guided tour with some level of flexibility, EF Go Ahead Tours is definitely a choice to consider. 

EF Go Ahead Tours is one of the world's largest tour companies that host small group tours with unique, authentic experiences. A great benefit of joining an EF Go Ahead Tour is that they allow travelers the benefits of hosting a free private tour with larger groups. 

However, are the experiences they're offering for you? What are the pros and cons? Here's our review of EF Go Ahead Tours! 

What is EF Go Ahead Tours?

EF Go Ahead Tours  is a brand under the EF Tours group that offers both guided and fully customizable tours to destinations worldwide. It caters to young and older travelers, admitting anyone from age six and above (under-age travelers accompanied by adults). The number of travelers in each group is capped at 14-38, and small group tours only admit 10-22 people. 

EF Go Ahead Tours aims to provide you with meaningful tours with flexibility and personalization. It also promotes responsible travel by supporting local communities and adopting sustainable practices.

EF Go Ahead Tours mobile app helps you easily manage your bookings and view tour details. It is available for both Android and iOS devices. 

What does EF Go Ahead Tours offer?

• Tour directors and local guides:  A tour director is assigned for each group to be in charge of all logistics of the trip. They will accompany you throughout, sharing insider knowledge and background information about places you visit.
• Accommodation:  3-4 star hotels that provide comfortable amenities while being located in close proximity to the city. 
• Meals:  Breakfast and some other meals are included in the pricing. Primarily, they focus on local food and beverage specialties. They will arrange meals meeting your dietary requirements if necessary.
• Transportation:  Transport between airport and hotels and other transportation required during the trip are included in the package. While flights are not included, you can get EF Go Ahead Tours to arrange them for you at an additional cost. 

How does EF Go Ahead Tours work?

You can browse for tours by  Destination  or  Travel Styles  on the website. Travel styles are further categorized as  Trip Type, Interests, Seasonal and Special Events , and  With Your Own Group . 

For example, all the related tours will appear if we pick Adventure Tours under travel styles. You can filter the results further by destination, dates, duration, price, and travel style. 

Check out its details, trip highlights, prices, reviews, etc. There's a list of FAQs below related to the trip and other similar tours for you to compare and choose from. 

What destinations does EF Go Ahead Tours cover?

EF Go Ahead Tours covers many of the popular destinations worldwide. Here's a list of where EF Go Ahead Tours covers:

• Europe:  Ireland, Italy, Greece, Iceland, England, France, and Germany 
• The Americas:  United States, Canada, Costa Rica, Peru, Ecuador, and Belize 
• Africa & Middle East:  Egypt, Kenya, Israel, South Africa, Turkey, and United Arab Emirates
• Australia & Asia:  Australia, New Zealand, Japan, China, India, and Thailand

Benefits of EF Go Ahead Tours

• Worry-free guarantee

If you cancel the booking within 60 days from the reservation date, you are entitled to a full refund. EF Go Ahead Tours also allows you to change the date of tour or destination up until your final payment day. It helps you book with confidence knowing there's ample time to make changes. 

In addition to covering many destinations worldwide, the tour company also offers a diverse range of tours. Group trips for solo travelers provide ample privacy while facilitating socialization. In addition, there are cruise tours, rail tours, food & wine tours, battlefield tours, winter tours, and many more!

• Fewer people 

The worrisome factor about large group tours is they can seem too crowded and noisy to have a quality experience. There's also less opportunity to get to know other travelers better. In this case, small group tours offer a more intimate travel experience. Guides can give individual attention and advice easily. Overall, it makes the trip more enjoyable and memorable. 

• Flexibility 

If you like to travel with friends but don't have the liberty to plan, get EF Go Ahead Tours to plan one for you. You can explain your requirements and get a whole new itinerary done or choose one they offer. Invite your friends and/or family, choose your travel dates, and enjoy. There's also the option of organizing faith-based tours!

Drawbacks of EF Go Ahead Tours

• Increase the number of tours 

While there's a variety of tours, different trip options under each category are quite limited compared to other guided tour companies like  G Adventures  or  Contiki . For example, there's only one tour option for India. They can also add more countries to their list of destinations. 

• Improve refund and cancellation issues

Customers had faced refund and cancellation issues for scheduled or booked tours during the pandemic. There were complaints of EF Go Ahead Tours not refunding the money as per its cancellation policy. But, it's a common problem that many tour companies dealt with their customers following the Covid outbreak. We hope they are resolved now. 

EF Go Ahead Tours vs. EF Ultimate Break

The most significant similarity between EF Go Ahead Tours and EF Ultimate Break is that they are managed by EF Education First Tours. This means that you'll most likely be getting a similar refund, cancellation, and customer service policies between the two tours.

EF Go Ahead Tours identifies itself as the 'older sibling' of EF Ultimate Break. Ultimate Break Tours is geared towards college students and folks aged 18-29, while Go Ahead Tours admits anyone 6 and above. So, the tours offered also tend to be different from each other. 

EF Go Ahead Tours has a wide variety of tours catering to all age ranges. It also provides both private and group tours. EF Ultimate Break only offers group tours and are tailored to suit youth's preferences. 

Read our  review of EF Ultimate Break  to learn more!

Is EF Go Ahead Tours worth it?

Yes! We came across great GoAheadTours reviews online about the unique and immersive experience EF Go Ahead Tours offers. Go Ahead tours are a great way to travel if you prefer to join a guided tour.

Like  Flash Pack , it's an excellent choice for older travelers looking for trips that involve activities beyond partying and drinking. Overall, the tours are ideal for anyone, really. 

Our Rating: 4.5/5

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• Smaller groups 
• A limited number of tours 
• Refund and cancellation issues

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