Published on Mar, 2023
Being taken to see sites that would otherwise not have been possible without the expertise of the driver (Ahmed) and guide (Jimmy) who provided an outstanding experience which was reliable, honest and at all times they made us feel very safe and secure.
Nothing was too much trouble and at the end of each day bith were still available if we wanted to do something in the evening.
We saw the main sites suggested in their 3 day intinerary and were not overlaoded with information, it was just the right amount. We spoke freely about Egyptian culture and people.
A visit to the market was great and it is worth noting that on the first day we did very short visits to a carpet school and papyrus and perfume shops which we could have declined but decided to go with it to see what happens. Sure we did feel a little pressured in to buying something but we only did so at the papyrus shop as we saw something we genuinely liked. The choice is yours to visit these places or not.
Lunch was at places we would never have found, so that was an additional bonus and we were always asked if there was something in partciular we wanted to either have or avoid.
Days 1 and 3 were absolutely brilliant, Day 2 was a 4 hour drive to Alexandria so it was a lot of time spent in the car which was fine, but personally if you don't fancy traveling 8 hours in a day then Alexandria I would say is not totally essential.
The weather (second week in March) was perfect for sightseeing, it was never too hot to enjoy and we finished out trip with a lazy day by our hotel pool.
Cairo is an intense city, lots of traffic, dust and sand, the people are lovely and we found spending the days on the tour and then at our hotel in the evening to relax was the perfect plan.
On a different note I would suggest taking some travel sickenss tablets if you are struggle in a car, my wife and I were fine as Ahmed was an exceptional driver who took no risks and we felt very safe. However do take with you some medications incase you get an upset stomach as travelling in warm temperatures with a lot of dust and sand can have an effect on you.
I can't recommend this trip highly enough, if you are going to Cairo request Ahmed and Jimmy and be safe in the knowledge that you will be escorted all the way and they are on hand to advise you on everything.
Communication was excellent, time keeping spot on and a trip to remember for a lifetime. We'll certainly be exploring more of Egypt in the future.
