John D.
“Amazing Tour with Marwa”
I messaged a few guides on this site and Marwa was the standout in terms of friendly communication and her positive reviews and price made the decision. We had a 2 day cruise stop in Alexandria and wanted to see the Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Marwa organised the entire thing for us including a driver with a modern Toyota with A/C to pick us up from Alexandria cruise port, drive 2.5 hours to the GEM where we met Marwa. She is very knowledgeable and gave us a great tour around the amazing museum taking us to see all the best things and explaining a lot of the history very clearly including bizarre and funny stories from ancient Egypt and answered all our questions and was very flexible for breast feeding stops etc for our 18 month old. Afterwards, she gave us the option to eat at a (tourist) restaurant she knew or to eat at our hotel. We went with her recommendation and we got to try a selection of local dishes and was decent for £20 each. I’d booked the Hayat Pyramids View Hotel so they dropped us off there afterwards. The Hotel was decent with great views. The food at the hotel looked great through with some local guys having a big dinner there. I’d do that next time. Buy alcohol at Drinkies which is the only trustworthy place nearby. We arranged to meet Marwa at 8am and went straight into the Giza Necropolis. Marwa dealt with all the ticket agents for the sites and the museum and I just paid with my card. Guides go in for free. I paid Marwa for the driver in cash. Marwa had originally wanted to take us to Saqqara first, which I didn’t understand. She said the traffic might be worse later, but for me part of the reason to stay right by that pyramids was that we could go in early and get photos before it got too crowded. It was definitely the right decision to hit Giza first and we got great photos. Saqqara is less busy and less developed. Marwa was a real star and even looked after our daughter whilst we went into two of the pyramids. Recommended.
Marwa S.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for such a beautiful and thoughtful review! It truly means so much to me that you chose to tour with me during your short cruise stop in Alexandria, and I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed every part of your experience. It was a real pleasure spending time with you and your lovely family—your little Clara is absolutely adorable and such a little explorer! I really appreciate how organized and easygoing you both were, which made planning everything smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. I'm glad the visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Giza Plateau exceeded your expectations, and I’m happy we made it to Giza early for those amazing photos—totally worth it! Thank you as well for your kind words about my guiding and communication. I always try to make my tours personal, flexible, and comfortable—especially for families traveling with young children—so it makes me genuinely happy to know you felt well taken care of. I’ll be more than honored to welcome you back to Egypt again one day—there is still so much more to explore together, from Saqqara and Dahshur to Luxor, Aswan, and beyond! Until then, I wish you and your beautiful family all the best in your travels and adventures. ️ With warm wishes, Marwa Your Egyptian friend
Carolyn H.
“Egyptian Museum and Khan Al-Khalili Market”
Nehal was an expert guide and very knowledgeable. She customised my tour to what I wanted. She brought the museum to life with her knowledge.
Eugenios K.
“Exceptional Service from Start to Finish!Whatever you agree it will happend.”
We had an absolutely perfect experience with this company. From the moment we booked our trip, the service was seamless and personalized. A special thank you goes to Ahmed, the boss, who handled our initial booking and ensured our arrangements, including the airport transfer, were flawless. He was highly professional and made the start of our journey stress-free. The following day, our main trip was made unforgettable by our incredible guide, Mohamed. Mohamed treated us so well, providing fantastic insights and making the entire tour enjoyable and informative. His passion and care truly made the trip perfect. Finally, we must praise the amazing driver who was with us throughout the journey. He was exceptionally kind, treating us with a level of warmth and care that felt truly genuine—he treated us just like his own children. This level of personal attention made us feel safe and comfortable the entire time. Thank you to Ahmed, Mohamed, and the dedicated driver for providing such a memorable and outstanding travel experience. We highly recommend Ahmed A.
Ahmed A.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words. It was truly our pleasure to have you with us. We’re delighted to know that everything—from the booking and transfers to the tour experience—met your expectations. Ahmed, Mohamed, and our driver will be very happy to hear your appreciation. We always strive to make every guest feel comfortable, safe, and well cared for from start to finish. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again soon
Discover the magic of Egypt through the expert eyes of a local tour guide who creates personalized, private and comfortable tours for you and your loved ones.
Looking to be transported to the hallowed paths of Ancient Egypt? Our local tour guides have a wealth of knowledge about Egypt’s greater history. This means you get to walk through Giza, or the Valley of Kings, with the voices of the past brought to life through a personal narrator. After a long day spent soaking up the sun, and some sights, let your tour guide lead yo to a relaxing restaurant where you can sample the flavors of the nation, and hear some locally played tunes. The perfect end to a memory-filled day.
Beyond the traditionally popular tour sites, partnering with a private guide means you gain access to a side of Egypt most travelers don’t see. In Alexandria, you can have your own treasure seeking adventure at the Kom El-Shoqafa Catacombs, where intricate carvings tell the stories of royals that once ruled from Egypt and Rome. Whatever your destination, our customizable tours become the necessary travel companion you've been needing.
On average, a tour guide can charge 25-99 USD per person depending on where you’re going, the activities involved and how long they will take.
Our guide prices vary according to different regions in Egypt. For pricing details, check the following;
Yes, if you want a smooth, hassle-free trip. For your first time at least, a guide is recommended to avoid some of the less pleasant elements of touring Egypt, such as;
- Haggling and excessive promotion from vendors
- Navigating complicated public transport system
- Overcharging of foreigners for casual services (excessive tipping)
- Breaking unknown customs and expected social norms
You can, but you shouldn’t if you’re a first time visitor. It won’t be as enjoyable, as there’s a learning curve when it comes to effectively touring Egypt. A legitimate local guide can show you the ropes, especially at tourist-heavy sites, where it can be hard to navigate the constant haggling and heavy calls to buy something.
Guides also act as a barrier between tourists and less considerate vendors. You won’t deal with aggressive sales tactics and pressure to buy a service or item.
7–9 days is recommended for those looking to fully engage with Egypt’s major cities and archaeological marvels. Here’s what a week’s visit to Egypt might look like for you;
Day 1-2: Exploring Cairo & Giza: The Monuments & Sites
Day 3: Exploring Cairo: The Food & Culture
Day 4: Life in Luxor
Day 5: A Full Day In Alexandria
Day 6: Sail & Shop In Aswan
Day 7: Unwind
- Public Drinking
- Carrying/Using Drones
- Posting extremely negative/critical images or words online about the Govt while in the country. Publicly stating the same.
- Filming/Taking commercial pictures & using commercial film gear without a permit
- LGBTQ+ PDA and pride. It’s not illegal, but it’s deeply frowned upon, and those within the community should proceed cautiously before publicly acknowledging their identity.
Yes, but only in establishments with licenses to serve, such as restaurants, bars and hotels. DO NOT drink on the streets, in public spaces or at venues, monuments and sites as it is considered unlawful.
You can, but there’s a catch. A law was passed relaxing street photography rules in 2022, so amateur photos are allowed as long as they aren’t of children, and don’t paint a negative image of the country, which is a gray area.
Why does this rule exist? The leadership’s paranoia after the 2011 Egyptian Revolution has led to stricter photography/journalism and video documentation laws in an effort to control the image of their country to the outside world.
- Using your left hand to eat, greet someone, give gifts, receive gifts, or point at things. Egyptians see this hand as unclean, so it's reserved for personal activities like the toilet/washroom.
- Immodest dressing. Egypt is a conservative nation, so short shorts, short skirts, tank tops, crop tops and tight clothing is frowned upon, especially in religious settings.
- Salting your food.
- Pointing at things with your feet, heel or toes.
- Giving a thumbs up. This is an offensive gesture in most Arab nations.
- Not tipping after being provided a service.
- PDA.
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