Journeys through Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and the Nile — planned with you and run by Ministry-licensed local guides. Priced in U.S. dollars, with a Cairo team that answers in your time zone. Guiding American travelers since 2012.
Six expert-designed journeys — 5 to 12 days, priced in USD, every one led by a licensed local guide and fully tailorable to your dates and group.
Every tour is private and tailor-made — start from the style that suits you and we'll shape the rest around your group.
Big highlights, smart pricing — without cutting the experience.
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Paced for kids and grandparents alike, with guides who love teaching.
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Felucca sunsets, private dinners, and unforgettable romantic moments.
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The finest hotels, luxury cruisers, and seamless white-glove service.
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Sail Luxor to Aswan — temples by day, the river drifting past by night.
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None quite right? Tell us your dream — we build it from scratch, free.
Design my trip →Every operator can show you the Pyramids. Very few can help you understand them. The difference begins with who leads your tour.
Every guide is licensed by Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities — born here, based here, and guiding year-round. Not international tour leaders passing through.
No strangers, no fixed schedule. Your tour belongs entirely to your group. Start when you like, linger where you're moved, adapt on the fly — at no extra cost.
We don't sell rigid packages. Tell us your dates, interests, and budget — we build a personal day-by-day plan within 24 hours, revised as many times as you need.
From landing to departure, our Cairo-based team is reachable by phone and WhatsApp. Real local people who know every driver, hotel, and contingency plan.
All monument entrance fees in your itinerary are included — no surprises at the gate. 20% deposit holds your booking; full refund up to 45 days before travel.
A licensed Egyptian tour operator (Reg #256841) based in Giza. A real, registered company on the ground — not a faceless booking platform.
Real guarantees, not fine print — the things that make a local-run trip feel effortless.
Officially licensed — and Egyptian.
Your group only — never a shared coach.
No tickets to sort out on the day.
A tailored plan within 24 hours.
Change your plans up to 45 days out.
Every destination deserves a guide who knows it intimately — from the alleys of Islamic Cairo to the sunrise light at Abu Simbel.
The last standing Wonder of the Ancient World, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo and Saqqara's Step Pyramid.
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Verified reviews across Google & TripAdvisor — for tours operated by Egypt Planners.
Genuine reviews from real travelers on our multi-day tours and Nile cruises. Egypt Tours by Locals is operated by Egypt Planners — specialists in complete Egypt travel packages, not just day trips.
"Our guide didn't just show us the Pyramids — she made us feel what it meant to build them. The private morning at the Grand Egyptian Museum with no crowds was extraordinary. A truly local experience, not a tourist conveyor belt."
"Our consultant knew every guard, every way around the crowds, and told us stories not in any guidebook. We've done tours in 30 countries. This was the most engaged we've ever been."
"They designed our entire 12-day itinerary personally, then guided us through every day. As history enthusiasts we had very specific requests — they exceeded every one. Their knowledge of Nubian culture in Aswan was extraordinary."
The questions American travelers ask us most — answered by our Cairo team.
Tell us your dates, group size and interests — we'll send a complete custom itinerary with transparent USD pricing within 24 hours. No obligation, completely free.
Operated by Egypt Planners · Licensed operator · Reg #256841
