Kaya Escapes
(4.8 Review)

A Family Holiday — 9 Days / 8 Nights

Duration : 9 Days / 8 Nights | Type : Privately Guided Family Package + Nile Cruise | Runs : By Request (Tailor-made)

Overview

Overview

A Family Holiday is built for parents who want the essentials of Egypt—museums, pyramids, and Nile temples—while keeping the experience engaging for children. Begin in Cairo with GEM (including the Children’s Museum) and the Great Pyramids, plus optional camel and quad biking experiences. Continue to Saqqara and the Serapeum, then discover the Royal Mummies at NMEC and turn Khan El Khalili into a playful treasure hunt. Fly to Aswan to embark a luxury Nile cruise, visiting Philae Temple, the High Dam, a Nubian village, and the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu before Luxor’s West Bank and the great temples of Karnak and Luxor.

Family Highlights

  • GEM Children’s Museum for interactive exploration
  • Pyramids of Giza with camel ride and quad biking options
  • Treasure Hunt activity inside Khan El Khalili
  • Nubian Village visit by motorboat
  • Optional Nile corniche cycling in Luxor (time & safety permitting)

Trip Style

  • Trip Type: Privately Guided Family Package + Nile Cruise
  • Runs: By Request (Tailor-made)
  • Level of Fitness: Intermediate

Pricing: To ensure every detail aligns with your expectations, pricing is provided after a short discovery call/session.

Itinerary

  • 1
    Day

    Day 1 Arrival in Cairo

    Upon international arrival, your Kaya Escapes greeter will warmly welcome you, assist with all formalities, and accompany you to your hotel for check-in.

    Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.

    Included Activities :
    Meet & assist on arrival, private transfer, hotel check-in support
    Meals Included :
    None
    Optional Tours :
    None
  • 2
    Day

    Day 2 GEM + Children’s Museum + Pyramids of Giza (Camel/Quad Options)

  • 3
    Day

    Day 3 Saqqara + Serapeum + Farm-to-Fork Food Tour

  • 4
    Day

    Day 4 NMEC Royal Mummies + Khan El Khalili Treasure Hunt

  • 5
    Day

    Day 5 Fly to Aswan + Nile Cruise Embarkation + Philae + High Dam + Nubian Village

  • 6
    Day

    Day 6 Kom Ombo Temple + Edfu Horus Temple + Sail to Luxor

  • 7
    Day

    Day 7 Luxor West Bank + Karnak & Luxor Temples + Optional Nile Cycling

  • 8
    Day

    Day 8 Fly Back to Cairo

  • 9
    Day

    Day 9 Final Departure

Inclusions

  • Meet & assist on arrival and departure
  • Privately escorted transfers in latest air-conditioned vehicles
  • Private Egyptologist guide for sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Domestic flight (Cairo → Aswan, Luxor → Cairo) if included in your final quote
  • Nile cruise accommodation and meals as stated
  • Meals as stated in the itinerary
  • All service charges and taxes (where applicable)

Exclusions

  • International flights.
  • Country Entry visa.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Personal expenses (shopping, minibar, massage, spa sessions, tele calls etc.).
  • Tips/gratuities.
  • Optional activities: camel ride, quad bike, and any add-ons not listed as included.

Pearls

  • Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Khufu’s boat
  • Tut Gallery
  • Children’s Museum
  • Pyramids of Giza
  • Camel Ride
  • ATV
  • Serapeum temple
  • Food Tour
  • Royal Mummies Gallery
  • Khan Khalili Cultural tour
  • Aswan highlights
  • Nubian Village
  • Crocodile Temple
  • Horus Temple
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Luxor highlights
  • Cycling

Our Client Says!

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Sarah M.

Seamless Arrival & Support

Sarah M.
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From the moment we landed, everything felt handled. Our Kaya Escapes greeter welcomed us at the airport, helped with the formalities, and made the transfer to the hotel completely stress-free. It was a smooth start that set the tone for the whole trip.

Daniel K.

A Guide Who Brought Egypt to Life

Daniel K.
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Having a private Egyptologist guide made a huge difference. Every site had context, stories, and details we would’ve missed on our own. The pace was comfortable, and we felt looked after all day.

Lina A.

Private Transfers, Zero Stress

Lina A.
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Logistics were flawless—privately escorted transfers, reliable coordination, and comfortable air-conditioned vehicles throughout. We never had to worry about timing or moving between places.

Michael R.

Planned Around Our Priorities

Michael R.
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The discovery call helped shape the itinerary exactly around what we wanted. Kaya Escapes balanced iconic highlights with experiences that fit our interests. Everything felt personal, not “one-size-fits-all.”

Amina & Omar

Great for Families & Flexible Pacing

Amina & Omar
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We loved the smart pacing and smooth planning. The itinerary kept both adults and kids engaged, with a flexible flow and well-managed daily logistics. Private guidance made everything easier and more enjoyable.

Sarah M.
Daniel K.
Lina A.
Michael R.
Amina & Omar
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FAQs

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Send us your travel date, group size, and preferred pace, and we’ll recommend the best plan—day tours, multi-day itineraries, or a mix.

  • Travel date + approximate trip length
  • Group size (adults/children)
  • Your pace (relaxed vs full schedule)
  • Top interests (Pyramids, museums, Nile, desert, etc.)
  • Optional Red Sea extension: dates, preferred coast (Hurghada vs Sharm vs quieter resorts), and whether you want relaxation, diving, or family beach time

Contact us and we’ll take it from there.

Our trips are designed around your exact expectations. To make sure every detail aligns with what you want, pricing is confirmed after a short discovery call/session.

Once we understand your dates, preferences, and priorities, we share the best-fit option and quote.

Yes—our experiences are built around private service, including privately escorted sightseeing and fully escorted transfers.

  • Privately escorted sightseeing
  • Fully and privately escorted transfers
  • Latest air-conditioned vehicles

Inclusions depend on the itinerary, but our core approach focuses on comfort and expert support throughout the journey.

  • Air-conditioned transfers
  • Licensed Egyptologist guides
  • VIP immigration service for international arrivals and departures (by prior arrangement)
  • Exclusive access opportunities like pre- and post-hours visits (subject to permission and surcharges)

Visa rules can change, so check the latest requirements with the nearest Egyptian Embassy/Consulate before travel.

  • E-Visa: apply online before travel (typically valid for 30 days)
  • Visa on Arrival: available at major Egyptian airports (cash USD/EUR; typically valid for 30 days)
  • Pre-purchased visa: available at major airports (some providers can arrange in advance)

Common requirements: passport valid for at least 6 months, and supporting travel details may be requested.

Egypt’s local currency is the Egyptian Pound (£E). Local currency is useful for tipping and small purchases, while major cards are widely accepted in many places.

  • Currency: Egyptian Pound (£E)
  • Cash: helpful for tips and small buys
  • Cards: Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted; American Express is accepted at leading hotels

Yes. Kaya Escapes is built on respect for the environment and the communities we visit, guided by sustainability and community cooperation.

  • Straw to Paper: a community initiative involving special needs individuals, orphans, and widows working together
  • Nile River Rescue: a community effort to collect and recycle plastic waste along the Nile to reduce pollution
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