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Feluccas And Pharaohs - Family Holiday

Tripcode: FMN

Countries visited: Egypt

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Average Review Rating: from 13 reviews.

Amanda Alcock

LAND OF THE PHARAOHS - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written April 2012
This was a fantastic holiday for all the family with great variety and some wonderful experiences that we will always remember. We took 4 children aged 5, 8, 11 and 13 and they all enjoyed it immensely, learnt lots and had good fun.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
It would have to be seeing the Pyramids at Giza and climbing up inside to stand inside the tomb, such a great sight
All of the temples were interesting in their own way, either for their size, detailed architecture or position
The infinity pool into the Nile in Luxor was the loveliest pool we've ever been to!
Finally, just being on the Nile is a great experience, so peaceful and picturesque.
What did you think of your group leader?
Faoud was a brilliant guide, obviously very intelligent and knowlegeable, he gave us lots of information without it being too heavy or detailed. He got on great with the children and they really enjoyed his company. Everyone we dealt with at Exodus was very helpful and was able to answer all of our questions.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
We did most of the optional trips and the cost does add up so be prepared. Take as much small change as you can, Egyptian or dollars as there will be so many times when you need or want to tip.
Nearly everyone on our trip got tummy trouble so take immodium supplies!

Is there anything else you would like to add?
We felt completely safe whilst we were there and had one of our best family holidays so far so I would highly recommend this trip as it offers a bit of everything: seeing magnificent sights such as the pyramids and temples, wandering through markets, riding a camel, snorkelling in the red sea, many trips on the Nile, hot air balloon over the Valley of the Kings plus staying in lovely hotels.
Exodus Response
Please note that this review (and those prior to it) refer to the 2012 Exodus operated tour ‘Land of the Pharaohs’ which has now been replaced by the similar 2013 ‘Feluccas & Pharaohs’ tour.
- Exodus Staff
Cornelia Long

LAND OF THE PHARAOHS - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written October 2011
This was our first ever family guided holiday and it exeeded our expectations; we will definitly look at an other family adventure holiday in the near future. October was the perfect time to go as the temerature was moderate and the sites were not too busy.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The whole trip was very inspirational, seeing and learning about egypts history both ancient and modern and visiting the Cairo Museum was fascinating...there are too many things to mention!!! The snorkelling was an experience in itself and we were looked after so well, what a wonderful day!
What did you think of your group leader?
Sayed Mansour was our group leader. He made our trip so successful and unforgetable and looked after us exceptionally well, we couldn't have asked for anything more. His knowledge and his enthusiasm is immence and he even managed to keep the children's interests and enthusiasm on a high, getting them involved in the whole experience and giving them things to do; brilliant! We were all sad when we had to say goodbye!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
The optional trips can add up, so make sure you budget for it! Be prepared being hassled by traders, can take time to get used to and make sure you carry small, loose change with you all the time, especially for trips to the toilets!!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Everything was absolutly brilliant!!!!!
Marina Gibson

LAND OF THE PHARAOHS - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written August 2011
Fantastic holiday, made truly special by our exceptioal Tour Leader, Mr Khaled Lotfy, a fully qualified archeologist who was able to provide tremendous detail and knowledge about ancient Egypt.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
...there were many - usually discovering that the historical facts of the ancient Egyptians were even greater than the legends lead us to believe.
What did you think of your group leader?
Great
Samantha McKernan
LAND OF THE PHARAOHS - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written April 2011
For the whole family this was a trip of a lifetime. That is is it I am hooked on Exodus, very impressed.The guide who the children all called Fox was exceptional, his knowledge of Egptology and his local knowledge was excellent. The guide made the holiday and the children wept when we left him in Cairo to return home.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
There were so many inspirational moments it is really difficult to isolate one.A list of the highlights
Cairo museum -treasures of Tutenkhaum (childhood dream fulfilled)
Balloon ride over the West Bank and Valley of the Kings.
Excellent hotels throughout trip, room overlooking Nile in Luxor.
Guide took us to Eygtian reaturants as we requested.
Snorkelling on the Red Sea an amazing end to an amazing holiday.
What did you think of your group leader?
Excellent see comments above, made trip the success it was.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Great family holiday,something for everyone.
Helen Penberthy
LAND OF THE PHARAOHS - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written April 2011
The trip was fabulous !! We saw all the sites (without the crowds), there was a good balance between sight-seeing and relaxation by the great pools, we had a fantastic guide in Fouad (or Fox as he wanted to be called) and all our group really got on well with each other. A truely memorable and fantastic holiday.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
There wasn't one highlight of the trip - we had a highlight each day:
Seeing the magnificance of Tutankhamum's treaures
Taking a peaceful sail on the Nile
Visiting the awesome Abul Simbel
Taking a camel ride around the villages in Luxor
Quad Biking in the Sahara Desert
Entering the tombs at the Valley of the Kings
Snorkelling with unbelievably coloured fishes in the Red Sea
Wondering at the fantastic Pyramids
What did you think of your group leader?
According to my children, Fouad was the best guide in the WORLD !!
All the children adored him as he always made time for them - even playing with them in the swimming pool.
He was extremely informative and knowledgeable, responding to our requirements and was deifinitely one of the group.
He made our trip special and he made us feel special. For us, he made our trip.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
There are quite a few additional trips that you can arrange once you are in Egypt - make sure you budget for these as they can add up, but they are worthwhile.
There are plenty of places and opportunities to change money once out there, so don't take Egyptian money with you.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
This was our first trip with Exodus, but won't be the last. The organisation of the trip was excellent, as were all the local representatives, drivers etc.
As a single parent, I was a bit concerned about going on a touring holiday with strangers. However, everyone in our group was really welcoming and friendly, and all the children got on so well, it made the experience really positive. We only had 13 in our group which was a good manageable number and meant that we all got to know each other really well and had fun together - we were a great group !!
Gordon Branchett

LAND OF THE PHARAOHS - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written April 2011
Although we were concerned due to the recent troubles in Egypt, we need not have been. The people of Egypt could not have done anymore to make us feel welcome. We have used Exodus Family previously and thought that we had just got lucky with our guide and the organisation of everything. Mr Fox our guide showed that this was not a fluke and proved an exeptional guide also. We also had a wonderful group of familys that added that special ingredient to make the trip truly special.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Flying over the Nile/Valley of the Kings, at Luxor, at dawn, in a hot air balloon. Perfect weather and perfect flight.
What did you think of your group leader?
Mr Fox (Fouad) was exeptional. Although he must have conducted similar trips many times, he made it feel like the first time for us. He was very kind and thoughtful with the childre,n with whom he formed a special bond, and it was very sad when he had to leave. We wish him well with the forthcoming addition to his own family.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Do not take any Egyptian money with you. Change money in country, where you will get a far better rate, or use one of plentiful cashpoints available.
Allow plenty of money for the extra trips.
Do not bother with the Giza Sound & Light show. Very long and very dated.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
All in all a fantastic holiday. Hotels were top notch, our group got on fantastically well with each other and there are plenty of things to see and do and also plenty of time to relax by the pool or do your own thing.
lawrence harper

LAND OF THE PHARAOHS - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written April 2011
In retrospect, this is the best holiday we have ever had. It captured all the things we look for: interesting sites, good weather, great food and efficient organisation. In addition, our travelling companions were wonderful - everything gelled and all the children got on like a house on fire.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
For me, the hot air balloon ride over the valley of the kings. Whilst it was an early (04.15) start it was definitely worth it. I had a certain amount of trepidation before ascending, but once in the air the feeling was wonderful.
What did you think of your group leader?
Amazing! I echo the feelings of my family and the other travellers on the trip. We called him 'Fantastic Mr Fox' and he was all that and more. He was like a good shepherd who always wanted the best experience for us and just made things happen. He was never flustered and was always good humored, informed and entertaining. With the kids, he was like the Pied Piper of Hamilyn - they would have followed him anywhere. I think he intuitively recognised that if the kids are happy then everything else will probably just fall into place - and it did. If the Egyptians can't find a new president, I'd definitely vote for Fox as my leader!!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Go with an open mind. There is a lot of poverty in Egypt so be prepared for a certain amount of hassle from street vendors. However we didn't see any beggars and the vendors will leave you alone with a firm "la shukran" (no thankyou).

Is there anything else you would like to add?
We went to Morocco, on our first family trip out of Europe, in 2010 and so the comparison between this and Egypt was always the obvious one to make. I think Egypt definitely tops Morocco - the history is more visceral. The Morocco trip was with another tour operator but I think Exodus would be our preferred option in the future.
We feel blessed to have visited Egypt at such a pivotal time in its history. Despite many friends questioning our decision to go, we undoubtably made the right choice.