Egypt
Customer reviews - Page 2

Published on 21/02/2024

The booking process was fantastic! Isabel and her team were so knowledgeable and helpful to plan exactly the unique tailored trip we wanted! The trip was absolutely incredible! The experience of being on the SS Sudan sailing down the Nile was unforgettable. We couldn't have asked for better guides along our way, with a special shout out to Dr. Mo who guided us both on and off the boat. He was superb! Also, special thanks to Aisha in Cairo (and our awesome driver there) who both heard how much I loved Koshari and arranged for a special Koshari lunch treat on my last day. And to Rasha who heard how much my wife loved dates and stopped along the way to Abu Simbel to pick up some fresh organic dates for her. The trip was amazing, but our guides especially were wonderful. Communication was easy, love the use of WhatsApp, and the app was a nice addition. Concierges were very helpful. As for the local representatives on the ground who met us in person, they were excellent! So much of it was incredible! Absolutely loved the camel ride around the pyramids. Staying at the Mena House with the Great Pyramid right outside our window was fantastic! The food (especially the koshary and falafel) was great. Everything about our time on the SS Sudan was a one of a kind perfect experience. Especially loved the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan and relaxing in the pool in the middle of January with beautiful surroundings. My wife adored Philae temple (and it's many cats) so much that after seeing it in the daytime we went back again for the sound and light show at night.

Published on 05/02/2024

There's not enough space here to express how great this trip was, thanks to Original Travel. The entire trip was memorable and the expert Egyptologist guide made it even more meaningful. Holly could not have been more accommodating and more helpful, and she really made the trip special for us.

Published on 05/02/2024

James, who put our holiday together, was very efficient and knowledgeable about all the places we were visiting or staying at in Egypt, we couldn't fault any of his planning. In fact, re accommodation, we were glad he suggested we should take a suite on the boat. Staying in the modernised part of the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan was good. For our last night in Luxor he suggested the Hilton, which was quiet and relaxed and just what was needed. We felt able to have full confidence that all our transfers and meet ups, with guides and support staff would happen according to our schedule. The app with our holiday details was very useful. Our hotels were all excellent as expected. The four nights on SS Sudan were superb, we feel very privileged to have been able to do the Nile cruise section of our holiday on such a special boat, with a superb team running the hotel side of things. The restaurant was very good and the superb food and service surpassed our expectations. Using the app and WhatsApp to make contact worked well. Our guides in Cairo and Abu Simbel were excellent. We learned a lot about Ancient Egypt and Egypt today. Keep up the good work…. We would definitely consider using Original Travel for future holidays.

Published on 05/02/2024

Ben was amazing. He was so responsive and helpful and planned the perfect trip. Our guide in Cairo, Mamoud, was outstanding. We had little need for the concierges because everything was planned so well. They were very responsive. The tomb of Nefertari and the valley of the workers was amazing. The Cataract Hotel was a real highlight.

Published on 24/01/2024

We had a wonderful time in Egypt and all the arrangements worked very well. The Old Cataract hotel was very special, the newly refurbished modern block, where we were, was very comfortable. We not only had lovely views over the Nile, but also of the old hotel. The Hilton in Luxor was also a wonderfully quiet and spacious place to relax and enjoy our last night. We were very happy not to be in the hullabaloo of down town Luxor. The SS Sudan was wonderful, we were very well looked after. The food and all services were excellent. We were very glad that you suggested/insisted that we took the Agatha Christie suite. We felt very privileged to have the splendid panoramic views and extra space. All our visits from the boat were very well guided by Ead, I think there were about ten of us in the English speaking group, which was fine. Very many thanks once again to you and your team, for putting together what was a very successful holiday for the four of us. Thank you also for the lovely edition of Death on The Nile that you sent prior to our departure. I will treasure it as a memory from our holiday in Egypt.

Published on 22/01/2024

It was the most memorable holiday of our lives

Published on 15/01/2024

It really was the trip of a lifetime.

Published on 21/12/2023

We were supported brilliantly at every stage of the trip. SS Sudan is the perfect way to see the main sights on the Nile. A special mention for Yara the Concierge in Aswan. She was the definition of going above and beyond in customer service. Thank you.

Published on 13/12/2023

Every bit off communication from Original Travel was excellent, as were all the guides and the concierge. Steam Ship Sudan was sublime and the trip was a delight from start to finish. Thank you for one of the best trips I have had, and there have been a few.

Published on 13/12/2023

James and Anne-Marie were absolutely amazing! Very accommodating and friendly through the whole booking process. They helped make my wants and dreams become a reality for my trip. Every guide, driver, meet and greet were all incredible! Everyone was very friendly and professional. David, my guide in Cairo, was very knowledgeable and sweet! Had the absolute best time. I am definitely working with Original Travel again for future trips and I have recommended Original Travel to my friends and family! I loved all my accommodations especially the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan, The Steamship Sudan, and The Winter Palace Hotel in Luxor. The app was very informative and helped me throughout my journey. Communication between guides and meet and greets were amazing. The additional services were absolutely amazing! Loved the meet and greet, fast track in airport etc. Loved that they got my visa ahead of time. Every day was a wonderful memory on my trip!! My favorite was probably visiting the Pyramids of Giza and riding a camel. I absolutely loved my time on the Steamship Sudan! I was taken back in time. This was a trip of a lifetime. I have always wanted to visit Egypt since childhood, and Original Travel made that dream come true. Not only was it a great trip, it exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much Original Travel!