Nile & Sinai holiday

See Egypt through the eyes of a local, as your Egyptian tour leader gives you a first-hand insight into the exotic and historically rich tapestry that makes up this amazing country. Discovering archaeological sites, seeking out Pharaonic tombs, exploring ancient temples, wandering around vibrant bazaars and sailing down the Nile - all experiences that impart to travellers an awareness of these valuable natural and historical gems and the importance of them being preserved and protected, so that they can be enjoyed and appreciated by future generations.

You also head into the Sinai where you meet up with the local sheikh and his team of cameleers. These people have an incredible knowledge of the desert and, for two days, you immerse yourself in their culture, sleeping out under the stars and exploring the diverse landscape on camels, by jeep and on foot. The Egyptians, ancient and modern, have rich and enduring cultures, which are unveiled on this trip. Equally important, your local tour leader helps you to understand the traditions of these proud people, ensuring you don’t commit any cultural ‘faux pas’.

To support tour programs in Egypt this operator is training tour leaders on a variety of issues, from environmental awareness to First Aid. This not only assists in the conduct of a tour but also provides leaders with important life skills. By only employing tour leaders born and bred in the regions they visit, they are supporting local economies. They prefer to give our patronage to small owner-managed hotels rather than those from international chains, as they feel these places offer quality and character and also directly benefit local people. They also have a long-standing relationship with Omar and his family of Nubian sailors, who operate all their felucca sailing trips around Aswan. Through offering employment and steady revenue, tourism can ultimately make a real positive difference to local communities.