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Trip of a lifetime
We just got back from a family "trip of a lifetime" to Egypt: 3 couples arrived in Cairo from different parts of US and Canada, at different flights and times, and yet the reception and arrival coordination and documents arrangement could not have been smoother. All was arranged, and the trip was custom designed by Ahmet from GAT Tours. We were a bit apprehensive considering the issues in the Middle East, but really there never has been a moment of concern and a complete feeling of safety as we were chauffeured, flown and sailed to the various destinations of this great country of Egypt. We visited the important sites around Cairo : the fantastic, new, Grand Egyptian Museum, the pyramids, the Sphinx, Civilization Museum, the market, Citadel, and other sites. Our hotel was first class. Our voyage down the Nile from Luxor was in upgraded suites (courtesy of GAT) on top of the line Sonesta Cruise line : gourmet meals in absolute comfort! We were lucky to have Asmaa in Cairo and Simon in Luxor and Aswan to guide us through the exhilarating sites of Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Kim Ombo, Edfu, Abu Simbel etc. in a very knowledgeable and entertaining fashion. WOW !! What a trip. GAT Tours made it happen. George C.
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Cairo and Nile Cruise
This was an excellent tour! GAT Tours planned every detail and was very accommodating. We were initially going to cancel the tour considering the recent instability in the Gulf Region, however, the tour manager (Ahmed Omar) ensured our safety. We felt very safe in the hands of our tour guides (Asmaa - in Cairo and Simon in Luxor/Aswan). Both tour guides were extremely knowledgeable, personable, engaging, and advised us well on how to save time and money at the various sites and markets. Strongly recommend Asmaa and Simon as tour guides! Our travel/logistics person (Seif) was also great. He ensured our transportation, pick-ups, and meals were all on time. Everyone operating the tour was accessible and responsive via iPhone. The tour guides really showed us how rich their culture (ancient or modern) is. Highly recommend this tour: Six adults (incl. 2 seniors). My personal favorites: Valley of the Kings, GEM, and any of the evening tours of the temples!
Respuesta de GAT Tours
2026.04.09
Dear Mr. Marc,Thank you very much for your kind words and heartfelt recommendation!We are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip to our beautiful country Egypt and appreciated the support provided by our professional team.Your special mentions are highly valued and mean a lot to us.It was our real pleasure to organize your trip, and we sincerely look forward to the opportunity of welcoming you and your lovely family again in the near future.All my best wishesSincerely,Guest Relations Team
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Fantastic family trip to Cairo and Luxor. GAT tours was great
Our tour guides Asmaa and Simon made our trip to Cairo and our Nile cruise so much more meaningful.
Respuesta de GAT Tours
2026.04.09
Dear Mr. Andrew, Thank you very much for your kind words!It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience traveling to Egypt with us,Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again in the future!Sincerely,Guest Relations Team
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Una agencia muy fiable
Fue todo excelente desde Dina hasta Omar el representante de la agencia , los guías auténticos profesionales , nos sentimos muy agustos y protegidos
Respuesta de GAT Tours
2026.04.09
Estimada Sra, Angustias RMuchas gracias por sus amables palabras.Ha sido un verdadero placer recibirle, y me alegra sinceramente saber que ha disfrutado de su experiencia viajando a Egipto con nosotros.Su recomendación significa mucho para nosotros. Esperamos tener el placer de darle la bienvenida nuevamente en el futuro.Atentamente,Equipo de Relaciones con los Huéspedes
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Good experience overall
It’s a mixed review of the tour and I will divide it into office staff and guide & drivers. Ahmed Omar in Cairo office helped us with our 5 days-Nile cruise and associated sightseeing. He was very prompt, polite and professional. As we didn’t get the morning flight on the day of our cruise, Ahmed helped us book a Luxor hotel for the night before. He also asked us for a personal favour and we obliged. Ahmed was thoughtful and offered to arrange ‘meet and greet’ at Cairo airport, in addition to the pick up on our return to Cairo after the cruise. Mr Mina met us at Cairo airport for helping with visa, Sim and money exchange. Despite Ahmed’s assurance that we would be helped with exchanging money, Mr Mina was walking out without doing that. When my wife pointed that out, he tried to blame us for not reminding him, which was not very nice! At Luxor airport, we were expecting My Ayman, but someone else came, which is fine. He was helpful and went to the hotel with us and next morning picked us up from hotel and dropped us at the cruise. We chose Sonesta star goddess for our trip and Ahmed had arranged everything. The guide Mohamed Refaat met us at 3pm. He said was a freelancer, and that he was given to us because he is a close friend of Mr Ayman. We found difficult to understand his English initially and his knowledge was just ok. He spent 20 minutes outside the Karnak temple talking about canals etc and as a result we had to rush at the end. He didn’t offer to take photos, but obliged whenever we asked. He repeated himself a lot and was not very interesting or engaging. We did think of calling the office to change him but didn’t. In Aswan, he said that we should pay for the felucca ride which was included. And then went on to say that we should pay the driver as he is not paid well and that we have to spend a lot during our Abu Simbel trip. On the final day, Mohamed went to our cruise reception and asked the person to give us an envelope and then turned around and told me to give them tips, before he leaves. That was very disrespectful behaviour and we were angry. Then we went to Abu Simbel and throughout the journey, he mostly chatted with the driver or slept. The driver, Kareem, was holding his phone with his left hand and talking while driving on the highway, which we found quite scary. Despite clearly telling Mohamed that we will not take out money using our card and that we will exchange money when we return to Aswan, after our trip finishes, he kept asking us to take money out throughout the day whenever he saw an ATM, very irritating behaviour. It left us with a bad taste. On the positive side, he was always on time, was friendly and did the basics. There were other little negative things like the car didn’t have water or tissue box, though it was sorted after informing Ahmed twice. It would have been good if someone from Gat tour contacted us directly to see if we were ok. We had to keep texting Ahmed for all minor issues, and he was always prompt. The representatives for Aswan airport and then again at Cairo airport were all on time and professional. So overall it was good. Gat tours is recommended but the guide Mohamed is definitely not.
Respuesta de GAT Tours
2026.04.09
Dear Mr. Neil, Thank you very much for your detailed and thoughtful feedback; it is extremely valuable to us.We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your travel experience. It was truly a pleasure hosting you, and we would be delighted to welcome you again for more unforgettable experiences in the near future.Regarding the incident with the tour guide, while he is generally considered a good tour guide, his approach concerning the tipping matter was unacceptable. Please note that tipping is entirely optional and according to your satisfaction about the service, please rest assured that we will take strict and appropriate action with the tour guide and we will ensure that such an incident does not happen again in the future.Please accept our sincerest apologies for this situation. We sincerely hope that this incident has not affected your overall impression of our services or your enjoyment of your trip to Egypt.All my best wishesSincerely,Guest Relations Team
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Agence au top
Agence vraiment au top gestion des visites, transports, choix des hôtels malgré des changements d’horaires causer par les avions, une personne était là à chaque étape au moment de notre arrivée. Un grand merci à Dina qui nous a organisé un séjour sur mesure en famille dont nous garderons de merveilleux souvenirs
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The best! Highly recommended! 10 out of 10
The best. Seamless from start to finish. Nothing is too much. Excellent communications. We did the Renaissance 5 day river cruise from Luxor to Aswan. 4 of us. We had our own knowledgeable and very solicitous guide who accompanied us throughout the cruise. GAT also met us at the airport and in Luxor to take us to the boat and introduce us to our tour guide. Everything on time, with clear communication. GAT also booked us the Elite sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor. Their cost was was very reasonable and it was a fabulous experience: a wonderful, clean and well designed compartment with excellent service, they even provided slippers! Mr Omar, one of the managers, based in Cairo, was superb in choreographing our entire trip. Thank you GAT
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Amazing trip❤️
We had an absolutely amazing experience with GAT Tours during our 7–8 day trip to Egypt. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized and thoughtfully planned. We visited Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor, and every part of the journey was smooth and stress-free. The pick-ups and drop-offs were always on time, which made traveling between cities so easy. The itinerary was well-structured without feeling rushed, and our accommodations were comfortable and exactly what we hoped for. What truly stood out were the guides — they were incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about sharing Egypt’s history and culture. They made each destination even more meaningful and memorable. Also best thing was all the entrance fees were talking care from the company. No hassle standing in long lines. GAT Tours really paid attention to our needs and made sure everything was handled seamlessly. I highly recommend them to anyone planning a trip to Egypt. It was a five-star experience all the way!
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Unforgettable Family Trip to Egypt with GAT Tours
I traveled to Egypt with my children, and GAT Tours organized a perfectly planned 11-day trip for us. From the very beginning, everything was handled professionally and smoothly.Upon arrival, a GAT Tours representative was waiting for us inside the airport and greatly sped up the visa and immigration procedures. We were transferred in a luxury minivan, which we had at our disposal throughout our stay in Cairo. The vehicle was comfortable and well equipped with USB and USB-C charging ports — a small detail, but very practical when traveling with children.In Cairo, we were pleasantly surprised with an upgrade from a 4-star to a 5-star hotel. I would especially like to highlight our guide, Ms. Amira, who accompanied us for three days. She was extremely knowledgeable, well educated, and made the history of Egypt truly engaging.We then traveled by train to Luxor. The train itself was dirty and uncomfortable, which is the responsibility of the local train operator (Abela Trains), not GAT Tours. In hindsight, flying would be a better option.In Luxor, there was a brief issue locating the local representative, but once resolved, everything ran perfectly. Our guide, Mr. Muhammad, took excellent care of us and ensured a great experience.The Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan aboard the Royal Ruby was very comfortable. The crew pampered us throughout the journey, and the food was excellent, healthy, and beautifully prepared.When we returned to Cairo, a representative, Mr. Seif Allam, was already waiting for us and arranged an early hotel check-in at 7:00 a.m., which was incredibly appreciated after an early arrival.Overall, this was an amazing and unforgettable family vacation. Thank you, GAT Tours, for taking such great care of us — we can highly recommend them.
