Hi there,
Since my partner and I discovered Terra-Trip via backpacker's forum, It’s only fair to post a little message. So that to thank the agency and encourage tourists to go with this agency!
Amro, the director of the agency, listened to us throughout the preparation of our trip. For example, do you want a special visit? Carefree. Also, a camel ride at the foot of the pyramids, no problem!
In fact, we had to pay 50% of the amount before our departure and at no time did we feel like we were being “ripped off”. Indeed, many travel guides warn against unscrupulous agencies. Who will reduce costs where possible etc. With Terra-Trip it was quite the opposite.
What was our surprise when we got on the boat for our 3-day cruise between Aswan and Luxo. In addition, we found ourselves in one of the only two suites on the boat. A suite with double the space of the other cabins with a small daybed. Also a double window overlooking the Nile. Only happiness.
Furthermore, our Egypt tour package was similar to one of the previous reviews. That is to say Cairo for 3 days then domestic flight to Aswan. Then cruise to Luxor (with stops on the way to visit several magnificent sites.) Finally, return for a night in Cairo by domestic flight before our flight the next day to take us home.
Special mention for our two French-speaking guides, Wallid and Mina, who did a great job! Wallid accompanied us to Cairo and surrounding areas (Pyramids of Sakkarah and Giza) while Mina accompanied us during the cruise and the visits (Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Karnak, Valley of the Kings and I forget a few)…
It was a romantic vacation and we were a little afraid of the omnipresence of the guide during the cruise but Mina was very discreet to let us make the most of our moments of rest. During the visits, however, it was essential and very precise! Passionate about Egypt, I had a mountain of questions which he was always able to answer.
One last clarification regarding security. Our families and friends warned us multiple times about safety in Egypt before our departure… For no reason! At no time did we feel any danger.
The people are very nice and many make their living from tourism so they are more than welcome! We were picked up directly from the airport by the guide (Wallid) and a driver and we were accompanied until the end of our stay.
The agency adapts to your desires so if you want to go for a walk alone in the souk or the city, no problem either (or danger)!
It was a truly extraordinary trip for us and it is a shame for the locals that tourism has been in sharp decline since the 2011 revolution.
(On the other hand, for us, what a pleasure to be practically alone in front of the pyramids…). What struck us the most about this drop in tourism were cruise ships (like the one we used).
More than 300 of these immense boats are present on the Nile (the crew is made up of around 40 people). Only ten have been sailing since the revolution…
In short, go ahead and visit this extremely rich country in terms of encounters and heritage!.
