Camel ride with my kids
I took my family and we had a camel ride that my kids will never forget. Our guide Shady arranged for three camels. We rode around the pyramid complex for 30 minutes. The camels were gentle and the kids loved them. We saw the pyramids from a different perspective. At the museum we saw the animal mummies including a camel mummy. The kids connected the camel ride to the mummy. The day was full of animal adventures. Admission fee was 105 usd per adult and 55 usd per child including the camel ride. Length of visit was 8 hours. Atmosphere was animal friendly and fun. Crowd size was busy but the camel ride was private. Staff were caring with the animals. Best for families with animal lovers. Yasser made sure the camels were well treated.
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John C
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Son was amazed by the street vendors
My son was amazed by the street vendors selling fruit and snacks on the way from the airport. He kept pointing at them. Our driver Tawfik explained what they were selling. The car was clean and the AC was cool. He drove safely and we had a nice ride. We arrived at the hotel in 46 minutes. My son was entertained the whole time. The meet and greet was easy and he had a sign with our name. He helped us with our luggage. Admission fee was 37 usd for the family. Length of visit was 46 minutes. Atmosphere was lively and interesting. Crowd size was just our family. Staff were informative and patient. Best for families with observant kids.
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Kingston Luke
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Debated which pyramid was best
I went with friends and we had a history debate. Our guide Ahmed asked us which pyramid was the most impressive. I said the Red Pyramid. My friend said the Bent. Another said the Step. We argued for an hour. Ahmed mediated and gave us facts. He said each was important for different reasons. We visited all three and took notes. The lunch was lively with discussion. The whole day was intellectually stimulating. Admission fee was 46 usd each for the sites included in our 94 usd per person tour. Length of visit was 8 hours. Atmosphere was argumentative but friendly. Crowd size was minimal. Staff were knowledgeable and Ahmed enjoyed the debate. Best for friends who love discussions. Yasser had given us a scorecard.
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Abiga Lm
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Kids counted steps at Saqqara
I took my two kids on this tour and our guide Youssef was fantastic with them. He made a game out of counting the steps at Saqqara. My son counted 60 steps and my daughter counted 62. We spent time at the Step Pyramid and he told them about the pharaoh Djoser. Then we went to Memphis and saw the giant Ramses statue. My kids were amazed by its size. We had a quick lunch at a clean place with pizza for the kids. After lunch we went to Dahshour and saw the Bent Pyramid. Youssef explained why it bends. We didn't go inside because the kids were tired but we took photos. The car was air conditioned and the driver was safe. We were back at the hotel by 5 pm. Admission fee was 70 usd per adult and 40 per child. Length of visit was 8 hours but we finished early because the kids got tired. Atmosphere was family friendly and energetic. Crowd size was moderate at Saqqara but quiet at Dahshour. Staff were wonderful with children and Youssef gave them small scarab souvenirs. Best for families with young explorers. Yasser checked on us via WhatsApp
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Carteer SE
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Wife got emotional at the Sphinx
My wife got emotional at the Sphinx and started crying a little. She was overwhelmed by its history. Our guide Mahmoud gave her a tissue and some space. We then visited the pyramids and Saqqara. The step pyramid was interesting. Memphis had a huge statue. The van was comfortable and cool. The day was emotional and beautiful. Admission fee was 50 usd each for the full day. Length of visit was about 8 hours. Atmosphere was emotional and moving. Crowd size was about 12 people in our group. Staff were sensitive and respectful. Best for couples who are emotionally connected to history. Yasser had told us the Sphinx moves many people
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maewest71
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Excellent Guide, Great Sights—Know What the 8 Hours Include.
Overall, this was a good tour, with an excellent guide and some wonderful highlights. My main reservation is that I think the tour description could be clearer about how the eight-hour day is actually structured. The good: We were picked up on time at 8 AM, and having a dedicated driver and a separate tour guide was a definite plus. Our guide, Hassan Karem, was very courteous, knowledgeable, and professional throughout the tour. The Citadel and the mosque were amazing, and the other sightseeing stop was also very enjoyable. The buffet lunch was another highlight. The food was hot, fresh, and delicious, and the service was excellent. If you are given a choice of lunch options, I would definitely recommend the buffet. The one thing to know: The main sightseeing portion of the tour was essentially finished by around 11:00 AM. The remaining portion of the advertised eight-hour tour is largely lunch and time at the market/bazaar. That may be perfect for travelers who enjoy shopping, but we aren’t shoppers, particularly in the heat with vendors constantly approaching you. We spent about 20 minutes in the shopping area and then asked to return to our hotel, arriving around 1:30 PM. I don’t think that’s something I can fairly fault Hassan for—he was simply following the itinerary and was very accommodating when we asked to leave early. My recommendation to the tour company would be to make the itinerary more explicit about how much of the eight-hour tour is devoted to lunch and shopping. That would help travelers decide whether this particular tour is the right fit for them. Overall, a good experience, with an excellent guide and some truly enjoyable highlights. Just know what you’re signing up for if shopping isn’t your thing.
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Lune G
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Tried counting the pyramid stones
I went with a group of friends and we challenged each other to count the stones in the Great Pyramid. We knew it was impossible but we tried anyway. Our guide Tamer told us there are over 2 million stones. We gave up after counting 100. We then went to the Sphinx and took funny photos with our hands on our heads like the Sphinx. At the museum we saw the golden throne and the jewelry of Tutankhamun. Tamer let us spend extra time in the jewelry hall because we were so interested. We had a great lunch at a local restaurant. The day was full of challenges and laughter. Admission fee was 125 usd each. Length of visit was 8 hours. Atmosphere was competitive and playful. Crowd size was large but we managed. Staff were energetic and joined our fun. Best for friends who like a challenge. Yasser gave us a small prize for trying to count the stones.
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Sawyer F
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Driver told me about the best restaurants
I asked our driver where to eat in Cairo and he gave me a list of his favorite local restaurants. He was so helpful. Our driver Maher was friendly and knowledgeable. The car was clean and the AC was cold. He drove safely and we had a nice conversation. We arrived at my hotel in 37 minutes. He helped me with my bags and said goodbye. The meet and greet was easy and he had a sign with my name. Admission fee was 27 usd for the transfer. Length of visit was 37 minutes. Atmosphere was helpful and local. Crowd size was just me and the driver. Staff were generous with recommendations. Best for solo travelers who love food. Flight tracking was accurate and he was there even though I was 25 minutes late. Yasser had told him to share local tips.
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Robby Popo
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Walked around the entire Bent Pyramid
I went solo and I wanted to see the Bent Pyramid up close. Our guide Ibrahim took me around the entire structure. He showed me the casing stones and the entry point. I went inside and it was tight but I made it. He also took me to a viewpoint where I could see both the Bent and Red Pyramids. We went to Saqqara and saw the Step Pyramid. We finished at Memphis. The car was good and we had cold water. I had a lovely time focusing on Dahshour. Admission fee was 90 usd. Length of visit was 8 hours. Atmosphere was focused on Dahshour. Crowd size was tiny. Staff were attentive and Ibrahim was a Dahshour expert. Best for solo travelers who love unique shapes. Yasser gave me a book about Sneferu.
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Kids played hide and seek near the pyramids
My kids played hide and seek near the smaller pyramids while we waited for the group. They had so much fun. Our guide Samah watched them and made sure they were safe. We then visited the Sphinx and Saqqara. The step pyramid was interesting. Memphis had a giant statue. The van was comfortable and had snacks. Admission fee was 41 usd per adult and 25 per child. Length of visit was about 8 hours. Atmosphere was playful and joyful. Crowd size was about 14 people in our group. Staff were good with children. Best for families with playful kids. Yasser had given us a safe area to play.
