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You can customize your experience by booking a private cultural trip to Egypt. If you value the freedom of traveling with loved ones — and want an itinerary built just for you — our private Egypt cultural tours are the perfect fit. You focus on soaking up the history, culture, and tradition. We’ll handle everything else.
Our tailor-made culture trips to Egypt offer:
We focus on close meetings with the Egyptian community to allow you to learn about the culture and traditions in Egypt. This is all done in the spirit of respect for the Egyptian people's culture, customs, and traditions.
Got something unique in mind? We’re here for it. Whether you’re dreaming of:
We will gladly fulfill these and other wishes on our tours.
Customizing your trip to Egypt provides you with the flexibility and personalization you're looking for.
During your trip to Egypt, you will visit many iconic monuments from different eras of ancient Egypt. These monuments are located in different parts of the land of the pharaohs that can sometimes be very distant. The places you will visit on the cultural tours are located both in the north and south, near the Egyptian border with Sudan. You will get a great sense and understanding of the culture and history of Ancient Egypt.
What you’ll experience on our Egypt cultural tours:
We are convinced that by joining our Egypt cultural tours you'll leave Egypt knowing so much more about Ancient Egypt.
Inside Egypt's cultural tours offer a unique opportunity for travelers to immerse themselves in Egypt's fascinating culture.
On our Aswan city tour, we will visit a Nubian village, learn the Arabic alphabet and even learn to write your own name in Arabic. You will also have the opportunity to drink black tea brewed traditionally, and learn about the Nubian lifestyle on our cultural tours.
You will walk through the winding streets of old Cairo Khan el Khalili bazaar, where you can buy oriental souvenirs and bargain with sellers about their prices.
You will experience the oriental vibe of Cairo and explore the city's two architectural gems: the citadel of Saladin with the most famous mosque in Egypt, the Mohamed Ali mosque.
You will take a trip to Mediterranean Alexandria, where you will visit the city's Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a stunning example of contemporary architecture that aims to bring the ancient legend of the Library of Alexandria back to life.
Religious Egyptian holidays, both Muslim and Christian, are times of joyful public Egypt celebrations. You will sample the wonderful Egyptian festival hospitality for yourself.
Join our tours and immerse yourself in the culture and traditions of Egypt.
Our Egypt cultural tours will take you on a journey through the Land of the Pharaohs, where you'll discover the finest treasures this ancient civilization has to offer. From the tombs of the greatest pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings to the magnificent temple of Karnak and the rock-cut temples of Abu Sibel, you'll experience the wonders of Egypt up close and personal.
You'll also sail the River Nile in luxury, with stops to admire further temples (the Kom Ombo Temple, the Edfu Temple, the Temple of Isis on Agilkia Island) and experience authentic Egyptian life on a visit to a Nubian village in Aswan.
And that’s just the beginning of your adventure! Imagine having the Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) open just for you. Stand between the paws of the Great Sphinx of Giza and experience its grandeur up close—no distant viewing platforms, just you and history.
In Saqqara, you will admire the oldest pyramid in the world – the Step Pyramid of Djoser and visit the Tomb of Kagemni with the Imhotep Museum. You will also discover priceless ancient artifacts at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
Moreover, you will visit the most iconic market in Egypt – the Cairo Khan El-Khalili bazaar. This bazaar is famous for its unusual, typically oriental souvenirs, and handmade crafts. The market’s old-world feel and maze-like streets let visitors enjoy a fun experience and see what medieval markets were like.
We will also show you the 12th-century Islamic fortress known as the Saladin Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali. This famous mosque in Egypt was built on the summit of the citadel between 1830 and 1848, bringing an unparalleled contribution to the skyline of Cairo.
Join us to learn the history of the Land of the Pharaohs and discover the cultural aspects of Egypt.
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The land of Egypt has been associated with three religions for centuries: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Our tours allow travelers to explore Egypt's rich spiritual and religious heritage.
One special highlight of our Egypt tours is visiting the stunning Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque perched atop Saladin's Citadel in Cairo. Not only does this visit provide a glimpse into the architectural beauty of the mosque's interior, but it also offers a deeper understanding of Islam and its profound significance in the lives of the Egyptian people.
During your stay, you can visit the Coptic Cairo district (Misr el Qadima), one of the city's most atmospheric parts and home to some of the oldest Christian churches in Egypt. They are the Hanging Church and the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Sarga). Our tours include a unique chance to explore the beliefs and traditions of Egypt’s Coptic Christians. In Coptic Cairo, you’ll also visit the Mosque of Amr Ibn al-As—the oldest mosque in Egypt and Africa—and the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the country’s oldest Jewish places of worship.
Our tours will give you an opportunity to enter the real world of Old Cairo, and its monuments and immerse yourself in the culture of Egypt and the country's rich spiritual and religious heritage.
Egypt offers more than ancient wonders—it’s a culinary adventure waiting to be explored. Food is a gateway to understanding Egyptian life, culture, and traditions.
Our Egypt food tours give you the chance to:
Immersing yourself in this cuisine adds depth to your travel experience and helps you truly appreciate the country’s vibrant heritage.
The cuisine in Egypt differs from region to region. In southern Egypt, the food is spicier, influenced by Nubian and Sudanese flavors. In the northern coastal areas and the Nile Delta, people enjoy lots of fish and seafood, usually served with rice and salads. Egyptian cuisine reflects its rich culture and traditions, shaped by Greek, Jewish, Syrian, and Turkish influences.
Many Egyptian dishes have an ancient origin. Typical local dishes include:
Egyptian baladi bread is very tasty, usually when fresh, warm and eaten straight out of the oven.
Note: Breakfast and dinner will be served in 5-star hotels in Cairo during our Egypt cultural tours.
We will go to local Egyptian restaurants serving tasty Egyptian food with a great atmosphere for lunch. During the Nile cruise, your three main meals will be served on board the ship. In addition to international cuisine, there will also be an opportunity to sample Egyptian specialties onboard.
Our tours offer travelers the chance to experience and participate in traditional Egyptian celebrations and holidays. However, this will depend on when your tour will take place.
Experience celebrations and festivities such as:
Muslim holidays change dates each year, moving about 10-11 days earlier. Coptic Easter and Sham el-Nessim (the spring festival) also move each year, usually falling in late March, April, or early May. Sham el-Nessim is celebrated on the Monday right after Coptic Easter. Coptic Christmas is always on January 7th, following the Orthodox Church calendar.
Some special dishes, cakes, and cookies are only made and enjoyed during Egypt’s important holidays and cultural events.
Ancient civilizations, including Egypt and Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq and Kuwait), India, and China, developed and flourished in river basins. In antiquity, a famous Greek historian and geographer, Herodotus, who visited Egypt around 450 BC, wrote that Egypt is the gift of the Nile.
The river is so important that Egypt and Sudan are in conflict with Ethiopia because Ethiopia built a large dam and reservoirs on it. Ethiopia's investments in the Nile threaten the water security of these countries and they worry that there is a risk that Egypt may be deprived of water in future years. The water from the River Nile means life and survival in African countries.
The route from Luxor to Aswan is one of the most scenic river routes on the planet. The Nile cruise gives you the opportunity to see some of Egypt's most famous sites along the Nile, such as:
From the ship's deck, you can also observe the everyday life of the inhabitants of villages. In Aswan, you can visit a Nubian village, and meet with the Nubian people.
Inside Egypt also offers a luxurious and long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan. You can explore remote archaeological wonders such as Tuna el-Gebel, Beni Hasan, Tell el-Amarna, Abydos, and Dendera.
Join our tours and cruise the Nile on our 5-star Nile cruise ship, our floating hotel, immersing yourself in the culture and tradition in Egypt.
On our tours, you’ll meet local guides who love Egypt and know its culture and history inside out. They share insider knowledge and keep learning as new discoveries are made. Most of our guides are Egyptologists, so you’re in expert hands throughout your trip.
Our tours are limited to 20 participants, allowing for closer interaction with our guides, ensuring that you learn more about the culture and traditions in Egypt and discover curiosities you will not find in guidebooks or on the Internet.
You can be sure that you will be looked after professionally, with a large dose of good humor. Learning about the culture and tradition in Egypt will be fun and an unforgettable adventure!
Jordan is a small but fascinating country full of history, culture, and stunning landscapes. After your Egypt tour, Inside Egypt offers a luxury 5-day trip to Jordan to explore its top sights.
This Jordan add-on lets you experience:
You will be accommodated in five-star hotels in Jordan, with a small intimate group of like-minded people.
You can easily book a five-day trip to Jordan when registering for each of our tours. All you have to do is indicate in the EXTENSIONS section that you want to participate in the JORDAN 5-DAY ADD-ON. Then leave the rest to us!