Egypt Pyramids Tours

What Egypt Pyramids Tours is and where it operates

Egypt Pyramids Tours runs its own guided excursions, day tours, and Nile cruise packages throughout Egypt. Founded in 2000, the company operates from a head office in Cairo and coordinates services across multiple Egyptian cities and tourist destinations. The site lists tour departures from Alexandria, Aswan, Cairo, Fayoum, Giza, Hurghada, Luxor, the Red Sea region, Sharm El-Sheikh, Sinai, St. Catherine, 6th of October City, Ain Sokhna, Bahariya Oasis, Dahab, El Alamein, Green Farm, Port Said, Suez City, and Wady El Rayan. This makes it a nationwide operator rather than a single destination guide service. The company describes itself as "a major Incentive Convention tour operator in Egypt" with international and local staff experienced in both inbound and outbound tourism. The site states the company is "a pioneer in the incentive, Christian pilgrimage and classical tours." A core philosophy mentioned is offering tours within various budget ranges: "you never must break the bank to go to Egypt and have a fantastic vacation adventure." The company phone number is +2 012-8822-6698 with office hours 8 AM to 11 PM.

The range of tours available

The site organizes tours by location and tour type, offering both familiar attractions and more unusual experiences. Cairo day tours include an "Unusual Half Day Tour To Discover Cairo By Subway" at $30.00, described as rewarding savings on hotel costs by extending stay enjoyment, a "Unusual Day Tour To Wadi Degla Protectorate In Cairo" at $45.00, an "Unusual Cairo tour visiting a real Egyptian village by Tuk'Tuk ride" at $50.00, a private day tour to Shakhloba Island in Burullus from Cairo at $75.00, and a camel market day tour in Cairo at $100.00. The Cairo page adds Nile boat trips such as a $15.00 river boat cruise, an $18.00 felucca ride with lunch, a $20.00 kayak outing and an $80.00 private felucca trip. Nile river experiences from Cairo include "1 Hour adventure in the Nile River By Nile Taxi In Cairo" priced at $40.00 per person, allowing visitors to "extend your stay to enjoy Egypt as few people get to do" with "close personalized" service, and a "1- Hour Private Yacht Ride On The Nile In Cairo" at $55.00 per person with the same extension-of-stay value proposition.

Giza day tours range from basic to premium experiences. The Unusual Desert Safari Tour At Giza Pyramid During Sunset With Barbecue, at $95.00, is a featured tour. Other Giza options include the "Sound and light show with Dinner with Pyramids view Roof Top Restaurant" and the "Sound and Light show at Giza Pyramids" without dinner, both at $55.00, and the "Cairo Half day tours to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx," listed at $5.00. The Giza page also lists an ATV quad bike ride at $40.00, a private half-day Giza tour with a horse carriage ride at $30.00, and several Giza, Memphis and Sakkara day tours shown from $8.00. The site positions Giza as a key draw: "The Pyramids of Giza near the Cairo city is one of the most important tourist destinations that entice modern tourists." It notes the 3 main pyramids are "those of Khufu, Khfare and Menkaure" and mentions that "Tourists are not allowed to go under all the Pyramids and even the Great Pyramid allows only a limited number of tourists at certain times." Additional Giza activities include camel rides and shopping for handicrafts around the pyramids.

Longer packages are positioned for travelers with extended time. A "10 Days Egypt Queens Tour Package" is listed at $900.00 per person (reduced from an original $1,000.00 price), departing from Cairo International Airport with a required arrival time of at least 1 hour before the flight. The package includes domestic flights in Egypt economy class, fees for visiting antiquity sites and museums, all transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, and services of an English-language guide. This tour is marked "12+ Year-round 10 Days," indicating a 12-year-old minimum age and year-round availability. A "10 Days Red Sea Cruise Tour Package" costs $1,500.00 per person (reduced from $1,700.00) and is described as traveling on the Regina, a specific vessel. The site provides details: "The Regina is a Panama registered vessel classified as 4 star. It is 300 feet in length, almost 50 feet wide and some 3100 gross tonnage." The page adds that it was built in Germany in 1929. The package rating shows "5.00 / 1 review." This cruise is marked "18+ Oct-Apr 10 Days," indicating an 18-year-old minimum and seasonal availability from October through April.

Tours are categorized by availability window: December through January, June through October, October, October through April, year-round, and available upon request. Tours are tagged by type: Cruises, Family-friendly, Meals-included, Unusual tours, and Watersport options. The site explicitly lists tours to numerous destinations beyond the main cities, including Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada (Red Sea coastal resort), Sharm El-Sheikh (Sinai Peninsula resort),

How tours operate and what to expect

The site emphasizes private and customizable tours, stating "Private Tours Tailor made your vacation with a private transportation and a private tour guide." Many day tours carry an "Unusual" label, such as the subway tour of Cairo or the village visit by tuk-tuk. Age minimums are specified for some tours (12+ for the 10-day Egypt Queens tour, 18+ for the Red Sea cruise), but not for day tours. The site states "Customer Service 24/7, Multi-lingual Staff, so you will travel with confidence," though it does not name the languages. The 10-day Egypt Queens tour specifically mentions "Services of an English" guide, confirming English availability on at least that package.

"Meals included" is one of the search filters, but the listings do not show which tours carry it. Tours are available for booking through a search interface where visitors select location, dates, tour type, and availability window. Accessibility information, such as wheelchair access or dietary accommodation, is not given on the tour listings. The Giza page carries a general travel FAQ, with advice such as bringing sun protection and noting that the Giza pyramids lie about 25 km from Cairo.

Pricing and booking

Prices are displayed in US dollars, from $5.00 for the half-day Giza listing to $1,500.00 per person for the 10-day Red Sea cruise; other packages include a 4-day Luxor and Aswan Nile cruise at $600.00 (reduced from $800.00) and a 2-day Alexandria city break at $90.00. The site includes an EGP/USD currency converter. Tour pricing models vary: most day tours are quoted per person, while some products may have group rates (not specified on the site). The site displays both original and sale prices for multi-day packages (for example, the 10-day Red Sea cruise shows "$1,700.00" crossed out with "$1,500.00" as the current price). The listings do not state payment methods, deposits, or a cancellation and refund policy. Contact is by phone (+2 012-8822-6698, 8am to 11pm) or email (info@egyptpyramidstours.com), and the contact block gives Nasr City, Cairo as the location.

What remains unclear and who this suits

The site does not state group size limits for day tours, detailed itinerary information for many tours listed, whether prices quoted are fixed or seasonal, how far in advance tours must be booked, or typical group composition (solo travelers, small groups, families). Cancellation and refund policies are not disclosed. While the site describes tours as suitable for "honeymooners, youth excursionists, families and individuals on limited budget," it does not detail accessibility features, fitness requirements, or special considerations for children, elderly travelers, or those with medical conditions.

Egypt Pyramids Tours suits independent travelers and cruise passengers seeking day excursions and multi-day packages throughout Egypt without arranging their own guides or transport. The range of price points, from $5.00 half-day tours to $1,500.00 luxury cruises, appeals to budget-conscious backpackers as well as travelers with higher budgets. The emphasis on private tours and custom itineraries targets small groups and families wanting personalized experiences. The 24/7 multilingual customer service appeals to international visitors navigating a foreign destination. The "Unusual" tour positioning appeals to adventure travelers and those seeking authentic, non-mainstream Egyptian experiences. The seasonal availability of some tours, particularly the Red Sea cruise (Oct-Apr), signals winter-season preference in response to Egypt's climate.