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Encounter Travel   was founded on a simple idea; that solo travellers could join travel groups with like minded travellers – no longer on the fringe of groups made up of couples.  Back in 2006, we stepped in to fill the void for solo travellers, and since then thousands of solos travellers have discovered the difference of travelling solo but not alone.

SCANDINAVIA EXPLORER

A multi country tour but with a pace that's not daunting.  Including a fascinating appreciation of the Sami culture. READ REVIEWS

My 6th holiday with Encounter was as great as the previous ones! Fun group of people, amazing tour itinerary & inclusions plus a wonderful tour leader.

AFRICAN SAFARI WITH CAPE TOWN DISCOVERY

An amazing and unique tour. Starting in Cape Town for a rich discovery of amazing culture, food and history. Then safari time, where you are sure to create incredible memories that will never leave you.  READ REVIEWS

African Safari organised by Encounter Travel. Arguably the best holiday I have ever been on. A must on everyone's bucket list. Thank you ET for a lifetime of memories.

ITALIAN SPLENDOUR

One of our original solo travel tours.  It 100% delivers on all that you hope for your discovery of Italy.  From south to the north, experience incredible highlights including hand picked venues for fabulous Italian dining.  READ REVIEWS

What a wonderful way to see Italy. I had a magical holiday with the most amazing people. Thank you.'

CANADIAN ROCKIES WITH ALASKAN CRUISE

A big life time dream holiday, with the highlight Rocky Mountaineer Gold Class and an Alaskan from Vancouver to Anchorage of the Inside Passage.

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the best holiday I have been on. The itinerary and guide were exemplary. The group had a fantastic time and I would highly recommend this holiday to anyone.'

FIJI RESORT ESCAPE 

Just a short hop from east coast Australia, lies the beautiful South Pacific Island of Fiji. Fiji has delivered many lasting memories of the years for us. A solo's top pick for a week's break. READ REVIEWS

This was my first trip with Encounter going on the Fiji Resort escape holiday. The whole trip was outstanding. I have found my "go to" holiday touring company. I seriously doubt I will book with any other touring company but Encounter. Eleven out of ten.

FRASER ISLAND NEW YEAR'S EVE

Staying at Kingfisher Bay for 5 days on our amazing Fraser Island, Australia. Our solo travellers celebrate the new year together and take adventures together to explore READ REVIEWS

The Fraser Island New Years Trip was GREAT! Everything I hoped for and more. Great group of people and a perfectly organised trip.

BALI RESORT ESCAPE

Bali has the perfect ingredients for an amazing solos group escape. A tropical island, amazing culture, incredible restaurants, resorts with pools, pools and more pools.  A regular favourite!

My second Encounter tour, and the common thread is that you're with a group of people, of a similar age, who are all looking to enjoy their holiday. Makes for a good dynamic.

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Changed itinerary after we arrived. Changing hotels to less convenient ones. Didn't know where we were staying. Unsettling. Never got a new itinerary so left up in the air. Booked a personal tour for two days to Alexandria and they changed our very specific hotel downtown to one way out of town.

Date of experience : 09 October 2023

Scam becareful

Scam never return my call. I bought a trip to Jordan and with the Hamas war going on I tried several times to call them and it was always close. So finally someone call Me just to ask me for confirmation and I told them I was not goin because of war nearby. And they said I would not get my full refund. I paid 1600. And I was only getting 62.00 because I cancel 20 days before my trip. When I have been calling them way before. Rip offs. Never again. DONT FALL FOR THEM. THEY ARE THIEFS. !

Date of experience : 11 November 2023

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Dear L RG Now we have access to this platform I would like to add some context and explanation to your review. We are based in the UK, and you were calling from the USA late in the evening/night time here and that is why you did not get through to someone in person initially. We called you back after you left a message as well as emailing you. We appreciate that you were concerned about the conflict in Israel and Gaza. However, the conflict was not affecting travel or tourism where your holiday was going, in Jordan. There was no change to the level of UK government travel advice to Jordan since well before the conflict and before you originally booked and it remained (and remains) at the lowest green 'see our advice before travelling' level with the UK government. It also remains at level 2 out of 4 with the US state department (Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution). International flights were operating to Jordan as normal, and your tickets were non-refundable or changeable. There was no credit option available with the airline as the flights were going ahead as scheduled. Your hotels and transport were all booked and paid for, and as tourism was carrying on as normal in Jordan, we would have paid cancellation fees on those too. So, this was a voluntary decision on your part not to travel, and because your land tour and flights were going ahead exactly as planned, I am afraid that cancellation fees were payable. We did try to explain all this and to reassure you about travelling. The amount refundable was clearly communicated before you cancelled, and shown on the booking platform where you originally booked. We do understand that some people are worried about travelling to countries in the region surrounding Israel and Gaza at the moment. But if the situation on the ground in those countries is actually fine for tourists to keep visiting, and government travel advice agrees, we are just not able to just pay refunds out if people make a personal choice not to travel when we are going to be charged in full by all our suppliers and local partners. If you were travelling to Israel or Lebanon it would have been a different situation; the travel advice had changed for those countries and we had cancelled our tours there and offered changes of destination, travel date or full refunds to everyone affected. I am sorry again that you were not happy with the service provided but hope this provides some more context.

Beware using this company

Beware using this company. I had paid in full for the Nubian Adventure Tour. Then the month before the trip they notify me that their partner disappeared with the money and that I can do the tour if I simply pay for the tour all over again. I was really looking forward to this tour but they have completely lost my trust. My recommendation is if you have booked a tour with them contact your credit card immediately.

Date of experience : 01 November 2022

Dear Chris, Now we have access to this platform I would like to add some context and explanation to your review. You had booked and paid for your tour with a US company called the Clymb/Leftlane Sports, who were then booking your holiday with us. Unfortunately the Clymb/Leftlane went bust owing hundreds of thousands of dollars to tour operators like us who they had run up big debts with and never paid. As a small company, we (along with all of their other tour operator partners) simply had to draw a line at some stage and stop arranging holidays for people that we realised we were never going to get paid for. We tried to help all affected travellers as much as possible with the situation and over 90% were happy to rebook with us and reclaim their money via their credit card. I am sincerely sorry if you struggled with this process and if you incurred any loss due to their insolvency. We make sure that any bookings made directly with us are fully financially protected in case of our own failure, but unfortunately it turned out that the Clymb/Leftlane Sports had no such provision in place.

Fantastic service for a trip of a lifetime

My partner and I recently had a two-week holiday in Turkey, organised through Encounters Travel. We wanted something tailored to our interests and availability, and Gavin at Encounters created a bespoke version of an existing tour for us. As we worked out what this tour might involve, it necessitated quite a few questions and answers going back and forth, as we refined our plans. Each time Gavin was very prompt to respond, did so in full, and very courteously. Encounters Travel liaised with all of the local agents and catered for everything we had asked for. We ended up having an absolutely fantastic (and wholly unforgettable) holiday, seeing sights that we would never have been able to fit in if we were trying to do it completely by ourselves. On the evidence of this trip, we would very strongly recommend them to others looking for an agent who'll help to take some of the hard work out of planning a holiday.

Date of experience : 01 August 2022

Vietnam Family Holiday Dissapiointment

The booking process was so smooth with Encounters that I was very impressed. Unfortunately, the tour was less impressive. The itinerary was not well thought out but even worse, it was very out of date. The best example of this was when we were on the Halong Bay Cruise. The Cruise company (Aphrodite cruises, as listed on the Encounters website) gave us a copy of our itinerary when we arrived. It was nothing like the one we had downloaded from the Encounters website about a week before we left. When we asked the cruise company about the discrepancy they told us they were very sorry, but they had not been able to run that itinerary since 2015 when the government changed the rules. So the itinerary was at least three years out of date. Our tour leader in the North was also not quite right. He left us at the train station having told us that we would arrive around 10 or 10:30 in Denang and we didn't arrive until past noon (he could have asked, he just couldn't be bothered. He also left before the train arrived and all of the other western tourists still had their guides until boarding time). The itinerary also was not well thought out - too much on one of the days in Hanoi with plenty of extra time the next. And the itinerary was misleading, making half day tours sound like they would be all day and one tour that sounded like it was a half day took only about an hour. It made it hard to use our time effectively. The worst thing, though, is that when we returned they sent an email asking for feedback. I outlined the problems we had with the tour but said I was not seeking any compensation. The problem is they didn't even acknowledge that they received my comments - and that was over a month ago. Very Poor.

Date of experience : 30 May 2018

Beware booking Jordan Explorer package …

Beware booking Jordan Explorer package with Encounters Travel What we thought we had booked turned out to be very different from what we actually got! Our tour included; • staying at 2 named hotels (both of which were changed for substantially inferior hotels at short notice) • transport via AC coach (which in our case had faulty AC) • a maximum tour group size (which was exceeded) • and a tour leader/guide (who said he would fix the problems we encountered but then did nothing). In addition our tour bus included people who had booked different levels of accommodation (3,4&5 star) staying at different hotels which were not in close proximity. On average more than 2 hours each day was wasted with pick ups and drop off 's. If you're considering booking a holiday with Encounters Travel then I suggest you read on to understand some of the problems we encountered in more detail......... 1) HOTELS WERE CHANGED AT SHORT NOTICE We booked the Jordan Explorer 6 Day Package in July 2017 (4 months prior to departure in November 2017). As always we did our research and were very happy with the deal as stated by Encounters Travel which included the Amman International and Petra Guest House hotels. We did not expect both hotels to be changed at the last minute! AMMAN The Amman International Hotel is perfect, it is a "top end" 4 start hotel with an outdoor pool, 4 dining outlets and bars and is ranked 5 of 150 hotels in Amman on Tripadvisor ..........but this hotel was changed to........... The Sulaf Luxury Hotel which is situated on the incredibly busy Al-Monawara St (a three lane inner city road that is heavily congested during daylight hours and remains busy 24 hours a day). The hotel has no swimming pool and more importantly for anyone who enjoys a drink it has no bar. Restaurant facilities can best be described as basic. The hotel is ranked 50 of 150 hotels in Amman on Tripadvisor. Whilst both hotels meet the Jordanian 4 star rating The Sulaf Luxury Hotel is of a much lesser standard than the Amman International Hotel PETRA The Petra Guest House is amazing and one of the main reasons we chose the tour. It is situated in the heart of Petra at the visitors entrance to the Siq and only steps away from the archaeological site. The hotel offers a fabulous dining experience and an atmospheric and original Nabatean bar surrounded with a large Piazza. It is ranked 5 of 40 hotels in Petra on Tripadvisor ..........but with just 24hours notice this hotel was changed to........... Petra Sella Hotel which is located out of town at the top of a very steep hill 2 miles from visitors entrance to the Siq. Transport or taxi is needed to get to the heart of Petra and back. Its a dry hotel with no bar and is generously ranked 10 of 40 hotels in Petra on Tripadvisor although having read the reviews I would suggest that a number of those reviews look suspect! When we were shown to our room at Petra Sella Hotel it was cluttered with three single beds. We called reception and requested a double room but were told none were available so we asked for someone to rearrange the beds to form a double. Moving the beds revealed a fungus growing on the wall and we asked for the manager. Surprisingly he was able to find another double room so we moved rooms but still encountered problems (TV with no signal, Fridge unplugged and empty, Safe not working, No phone..etc...) Although once again both hotels have a 4 star rating The Petra Sella Hotel is of a considerably lesser standard than the Petra Guest House. Whilst staying at Petra we decided to call into the Petra Guest House for lunch and spoke Guest Reception to check if they had any rooms available and guess what? they confirmed they did have rooms available should we wish to stay so I explained that we had booked with Encounters Travel and had expected to stay with them but Encounters Travel had switched our hotel at the last minute. I was told that a number of tour operators advertise the fact that they use Petra Guest House and whilst they would be happy to have their business when it comes to making a firm booking those same tour operators often choose to book cheaper hotels that are available in the town? 2) TRANSPORT BY COACH WAS EXHAUSTING ! The tour notes from Encounters Travel make mention of "small distances" involved in Jordan....... 'we want you to finish journeys refreshed enough to enjoy the next stage of the tour' ........ In reality - we travelled on journeys varying from 2.5 hours to 5 hours. Hardly small distances and we were never refreshed because temperatures on the coach throughout the day were either far too hot or too cold On the first day the tour guide said he would get the coach changed for one where the AC was working but this never happened. Pick up and drop off from 4 hotels added an additional 2 hours travel per day. Pick up started at 07:00am and drop off's usually finished some time after 18:00 The coach driver slept on the coach. The coach was dirty inside and not cleaned until the last day of our tour. 3) GROUP SIZE EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM ADVISED Don't believe the Encounters Travel tour notes which state; "Most of our tours have a maximum of 12-18 travellers. However to keep costs down, we do allow our Shoestring Tours to have larger groups with a maximum of 26 travellers". Our tour is not a shoestring tour. Encounters Travel define the tour type as "Small Group" and group size "Min2/Max26". They have brought together travellers staying in 3 4 and 5* hotels but included 30 travellers in that group. The tour group maximum size was therefore exceeded bringing with it all the associated problems which I could list but don't want to bore you. 4) ENCOUNTERS TRAVEL AGENT IN JORDAN: We attempted to resolve our issues via the agents in Jordan (Al-Thuraya Tours) and raised them with Sami Atmeh (our tour guide). Sami said "He would fix it" but despite reminders he did nothing. Eventually he said "I am employed as a freelance guide and have nothing to do with booking hotels" he offered to swap our 4 star hotel for a 3 star hotel in Petra but would do nothing to get us into our original hotel. We don't really know who runs the show (Encounters Travel or Al-Thuraya Tours) but having paid our money to Encounters Travel I believe they should take ownership. 5) MISCELLANEOUS FRUSTRATIONS • Coach pick up times were rarely achieved (the worst was 50 minutes late) • At Wadi Rum it felt like we were the "poor relations" when with more than 30 4x4 jeeps available the 6 vehicles assigned to our group were the oldest "rust buckets" they had. Encounters Travel must have negotiated a special cheap deal for us to have so many poor vehicles assigned when other much better quality vehicles were not being used. I've got to add that our 4x4 churned out more clouds of diesel fumes than you would expect from an industrial chimney. • The tour guide was knowledgeable and passionate about the history when visiting the sites but did the bare minimum when it came to keeping us informed about our surroundings when travelling onboard the bus. When booking a holiday we do a lot of research about the location, accommodation and transport required to ensure we enjoy our time away. We do not expect hotel bookings (made 4 months in advance) to change at the last minute or be expected to accept sub standard travel arrangements without challenging them. The Tour Leader/Guide should have been able to address problems as they arose but far too often what he said and what he did were two very different things. I hope this helps anyone thinking of booking a Jordan Explorer Tour in the future.

Date of experience : 29 December 2017

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Hi, i am planning my first solo trip and was interested in Encounter Travel's Great Britian Trip in August, was wondering if anyone has used this Travel Company before and could let me know what they are like.

Wow. I just looked at the schedule. London, Cambridge and York in one day!

Except possibly in Edinburgh, I can't see that you have time to do much more than drive by the places you "visit".

Travelling in such a large group will guarantee that locals will run the other way when they see you all coming.

I suspect you could do this trip better for the same money. The money to pay the guides, drivers and company owners has to come from somewhere. Most places you would want to visit have guided tours or ear phone tours or at least pamphlets with lots of information.

Tours like this often save money by staying outside of the towns they are visiting, which reduces the ability to wander in the evenings. Most places in Britain have fairly compact city centres and if you stay there, you will be able to get around on foot or foot +local buses.

Is there any particular reason you feel you need a tour to travel around this English speaking country which has an excellent rail network?

http://ojp.nationalrail.co.uk/service/planjourney/search

And very active TA forums?

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowForum-g186216-i15-United_Kingdom.html

I appreciate that some people like travelling in a group, but if you want a group tour of the UK you might want to look at something a bit less frenetic and, ideally, a smaller group.

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Encounter Travel was founded on a simple idea — that solo travelers could join travel groups with like-minded travellers. ABOUT OUR TOURS Our over 40's tours are exclusively for solo travellers - our SOLOS ONLY tours Our under 39's tours are for all, travellers 21 to 39 years - but popular with solo travellers. We are an accredited tour operator and travel agency. We are 100% committed to creating amazing small group experiences for solo travelers who love to travel in a group with people they don't know. Two-time winner of the global Solo Travel Awards 2017 and 2018, we are Australia's leading solo-traveler specialist. With our 6 different travel styles, there's something for everyone. Since 2006, we've paved the way for solo travelers with our age-matched tours to destinations across the globe. We exclusively look after solo travelers and focus on offering packages with low single supplements. You will always have the choice to take your own room. However, if you're happy to share a room, you can simply ask us for our roommate-matching option. To travel alone is one thing. To travel solo, but not alone, is something out of the ordinary! Join us — travel solo together!

Why book with Us

1. Experience small groups without the drawbacks of big coach tours. 2. Not all travelers are the same; with 6 travel styles we’ve got something for everyone. 3. Enjoy our ‘Solos Only’ stand out differences. 4. Experience age-matched travel groups. 5. What you see is what you get. We are completely transparent.

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Encounters Travel is a UK based travel company specializing in adventurous cultural tours . With over 50 years of experience, they have unbeatable knowledge and guarantee the best customer service. They offer a wide selection of tours that’ll take you around the world, catering to people of all ages, interests, and budgets.

What Makes Encounters Travel Stand Out?

They offer small group tours around the world, with an adventure twist. Their tours are about having an active and adventurous time , balanced with cultural activities. Encounters Travel creates innovative small group itineraries, as well as offering custom private tours. They focus on providing amazing experiences within a reasonable budget range.

Who Will Enjoy Travelling with Encounters Travel?

Travelers seeking adventure tours tied in with nature, wildlife, history, and culture will most enjoy their tours. Since they cater to people of all nationalities, it’s great chance to meet travelers from all over the globe.

Their tours offer great value for money, as they are focused on activities and authentic experiences. So whether you’re a budget traveller that’s trying to stretch their dollar, willing to pay premium for luxury, or something in between - there’s an adventure made for you.

Their tours are primarily enjoyed by active travelers, in the 20-40 range. However, they do have tours made for families with children to enjoy as well.

Top Destinations

They operate tours around the world, with a majority of tours in Europe and Africa. From a hike up the physically challenging trails in South America to discovering Egypt’s Pyramids of Gyza, they cover all your bucket list destinations.

Tours with set itineraries will take you along the classic routes, where you will experience the highlights of the area. However their escorted and tailor-made tours are there for those seeking a more specialised trip.

Encounters Travel  Style

Those who travel with Encounters will expect an adventure of their lifetime without cutting corners to save money or time. It’s all about getting to interact with travelers and locals, being immersed, and learning about cultures in an authentic and responsible way.

Accommodations are simple, but comfortable. Expect hotels in the 3-4 star range (for local standards), homestays, and camping. The places are always safe, clean, and comfortable, but will not be luxurious by any means. Transportation varies depending on what tour style you choose. For shoestring budget tours, you’ll be using more public transportation. Standard level tours will make use of private transportation. Majority of their tours are moderately physically challenging and will require you to walk, bike, or trek.

Groups are small - the max is 20 but more typically you’ll travel with between 12-15 people. Custom designed itineraries are also an option for more independent minded travelers.

They have six different ways of traveling...

Small Group Adventure Tours: These tours are made for those traveling solo, with some friends or a couple, and enjoy being in a group setting. Small Group Adventure Tours are great for those that don’t mind meeting new faces and socializing throughout the journey. Build friendships with people of all different nationalities while going on an adventure of your lifetime. They’ll take you to exotic and exciting destinations - some you may have never even considered visiting!

Shoestring Budget Adventure Tours: Maybe you’re trying to watch your spendings without sacrificing adventure . Or you’re a long-term traveler who would rather see more and can deal with discomfort. Encounters Travel is transparent and honest about how their budget tours will call for larger groups, use of public transit, and staying at 3-star hotels.

Overland Tours & Safari Adventures: Made for young adults and seniors alike, Overland Tours and Safari Adventures are made for those looking for a cultural, scenic, and wildlife experience. See the key attractions in Africa, while exploring places off the beaten path too. Mid-ranged hotels and lodges are arranged for you. Or if you want to ramp up the adventure level, you can choose their camping option. Also you can decide if you want to do the whole trip, or only partake in one particular section.

Family Adventure Tours: If you want some family vacation ideas that also cater to the adults, look no further! These itineraries are created to be enjoyed by everyone and make for a memorable family holiday. Trips can be tailored to suit your family’s particular requirements. Want child-friendly guides? To meet other families traveling with kids? More flexibility to move on when your kids are bored? They’ve got you covered.

Escorted Group Adventure Tours: Reputable and specially selected experts will guide you throughout your entire journey, giving you in depth explanations and an educational tour experience. Depending on your destination, they’ll either lead the entire tour by themselves, or work with a local guide. This is the best way to go if you want a specialised itinerary, more talks, and workshops in your trip. Go home feeling like an expert yourself.

Tailor-Made and Adventure Tours: These are made for people who want to have private tours and fully customized itineraries. Want to know the best part? These can made for both budget and luxury travelers! Focused on allowing you explore, learn, and appreciate the cultural heritage of your chosen country, itineraries are made for you to make the most out of your limited time. Have more free time to chat with locals, choose how much public transportation you want to use, and modify the suggested itineraries.

Why Choose a Tour with Encounters?

They strive to strike a balance and keep their tours focused on a good combination of fun and culture, regardless of the country. So if visiting important cultural icons and attractions is important to you, but you grow weary of non-stop sightseeing, Encounters Travel would be the perfect tour company for you.

Reviewers have mentioned in the past that accommodations aren’t what you’d expect from a 4-star hotel in western countries. Be aware that local standards are different and may not be what you expect, but they use the best hotels at the level stated. Hotel breakfasts are also a hit-or-miss, and customers say they’ve had repeat meals. If an authentic culinary experience is important to you, you might want to take that into consideration.

Overall, Encounters Travel is a great option for those looking for adventure around the world. A trip to Egypt , Morocco, or Greece is just around the corner. Just choose your destination and budget range, and let them take care of the rest.

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Encounters Travel is an adventure tour operator, based in the UK but with representatives in Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. We run a wide selection of cultural and adventurous tours around the world, each carefully designed to help you get the most out of the country you're visiting.

Our tours range from historical sightseeing and Nile cruises in Egypt, through to long strenuous treks and white water rafting in Nepal or swimming with whales in Tonga. You can join other travellers on a small group departure, or personalise and tailor-make an itinerary for you to enjoy privately.

Whatever your preference, we have a team of experienced travel consultants ready to advise you and help arrange your next great adventure tour!

Why choose us?

• Financial security for your peace of mind througn ATOL & financial failure insurance
• Members of ABTA (Y4447)
• Airport transfers included
• Encounters with local cultures and like-minded travellers
• No local payment as part of tour price
• Tours designed by experts
• Itineraries that don’t cut corners or costs at your expense
• Clear info provided on entrance fees & local costs
• The best industry renowned guides
• Every booking contributes to local projects
• Great value for money!

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Travelling solo and sharing the journey takes 'alone' out of solo travel. Two time winner of the global Solo Travel Awards 2017 and 2018, we are Australia's leading solo traveller specialist. From across Australia to around the globe, we are 100% committed to creating amazing travel experiences for solo travellers. With our 6 travel styles, there's something for everyone. Since 2006 we've been leading the way for solo travellers with our age-matched holidays, offering the choice of small group tours, or cruise and resort groups. We are an accredited tour operator and travel agency. When you book your tour with us you have the option of asking us to arrange your flights, travel insurance and if there's any other travel plans you'd like to add, we can take care of that also. …

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17 encounters travel trips through egypt.

• In-depth Cultural

Gods of Egypt

This was a wonderful trip! Our tour guide Shariff was amazing-he knew how to manage our group, finding ways to make everyone happy, always having a balance of wisdom, knowledge and humor!

• Christmas & New Year

Discover Egypt

Hands down one of the best tours I have ever been on. Our guide was incredible- very knowledgeable and could not be more accommodating. So many amazing sites. The accommodations were first class and everywhere we went the locals were so very kind. I highly recommend this tour. Loved every minute of it

Pharaonic Encounters

Very informative and great service very well organised

Nile Family Adventure

Waleed was the best tour guide and we travel often. He is fun, friendly, knowledgeable and empathetic towards all of our traveling needs. He really made our trip a magical experience and we were so grateful!! I recommend him to all of my friends!

• Coach / Bus

Sands & Seas

If you are looking for a short introduction to the history of Egypt, with your family or solo, with a few days of R&R on the Red Sea, then you will enjoy this tour.

• River Cruise

Egyptian Legacy

This tour was excellent. Everything was well organized and put together and the tour guides were extremely knowledgeable. I always felt safe and taken care of. I feel like I was able to get the most out of my time on this tour.

Classic Egypt

Nubians & Beaches

Be prepared for early starts but they’re well worth it. Gen up a bit on ancient Egyptian history so you at least have some basic knowledge before you get going. And bring a good sun hat!

Egypt Express

My husband and I took the 10 day encounters tour of Egypt in February 2017. Waleed was our tour leader, friend, brother, teacher, host and by the end of our trip, he was family. Waleed spent every minute of our trip sharing his vast knowledge and caring for the entire tour group....we didn’t have to worry about any travel or logistic details. And I learned so much!!!! Waleed was the most knowledgable and passionate tour leader I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and now he is a life long friend. A+

Nubian Adventure

Only criticism was that the initial meeting time and place was not clear. But from that point I couldn’t fault anything, the trip exceeded expectations. Special thanks to Mohamed who couldn’t do enough for the group.

Egyptian City Break

Cairo City Break

Cairo Boutique Hotel Break

Long Nile Cruise

Cairo Luxury Hotel Break

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