{"id":873735,"date":"2023-07-18T15:12:14","date_gmt":"2023-07-18T14:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=873735"},"modified":"2025-04-30T10:10:10","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T09:10:10","slug":"egypt-travel-story","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/egypt-travel-story\/","title":{"rendered":"Egypt, in your words \u2013 these 11 Egypt travel stories paint a vivid picture"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>From the iconic Pyramids of Giza to the majestic temples of Luxor and the vibrant underwater world of the Red Sea, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/en-eu\/destinations\/africa-the-middle-east\/egypt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Egypt<\/a>\u2019s allure is undeniable \u2013 and every past Trafalgar guest who&#8217;s been there has a cool Egypt travel story to tell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don&#8217;t just take our word from us \u2013 hear it directly from our guests themselves. From being awestruck by the scale and grandeur of the pyramids, to a serene cruise down the Nile, these real guest stories bring one of the world&#8217;s most enigmatic destinations to life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\nTour not found.\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-great-pyramid-of-giza-is-a-true-wonder-of-the-world-nbsp-sean-b\">&#8220;The Great Pyramid of Giza is a true wonder of the world\u201d&nbsp;\u2013 Sean B.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2023\/07\/Sean-Backus-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sean-Backus-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sean-Backus-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Sean-Backus.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Sean&#8217;s image of the Great Sphinx of Giza<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs I stood before it, I was struck by its sheer magnitude and the brilliance of the ancient Egyptians who built it thousands of years ago,\u201d said Sean. \u201cThe pyramid&#8217;s grandeur is not only in its size but in the intricate details that make it a true architectural marvel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs I ventured inside, the narrow passageways and low ceilings only added to the sense of mystery and awe that I felt. But the true highlight of my visit was when I reached the burial chamber and beheld the intricate details. It was as if I had been given a glimpse into the very soul of ancient Egypt.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAnd all of it was made even more special by our guide&#8217;s masterful storytelling and deep knowledge of the history and culture of this incredible land.&nbsp; This experience was truly once in a lifetime and I am honored to have been a part of it, and it made it even more special that I got to share it with my mom and wife.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>TAKE THE TRIP:<\/em><\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/best-of-egypt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Best of Egypt<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-cruise-up-and-down-the-nile-was-magnificent-nelia-b\">\u201cThe cruise up and down the Nile was magnificent\u201d \u2013 Nelia B.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2023\/07\/Nelia-Bell-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Nelia-Bell-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Nelia-Bell-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Nelia-Bell.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Nelia poses in front of the Great Pyramids of Giza <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;From Alexandria to the Abu Simbel Temples we had a great experience,\u201d says Nelia of her Egypt travel story. \u201cWe entered the burial chamber in the Great Pyramid and took photos with the Sphinx.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe cruise up and down the Nile was magnificent. Our onboard crew was amazing and our local guide, Saleh, provided the personal touch we&#8217;ve come to expect from Trafalgar. A trip of a lifetime!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>TAKE THE TRIP:<\/em><\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/wonders-of-ancient-egypt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Wonders of Ancient Egypt<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-art-history-immersion-agnes-m\">\u201cArt history immersion\u201d \u2013 Agnes M.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2023\/07\/Agnes-Mendoza-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Agnes-Mendoza-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Agnes-Mendoza-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Agnes-Mendoza.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Agnes&#8217;s photo of men in a traditional rowing boat on the Nile<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;The sights and sounds of Egypt were truly memorable,\u201d said past guest Agnes. \u201cBeing transported on the houseboat cruising the Nile to marvel at the wonders of Egypt was a unique experience. It was art history immersion by our knowledgeable guide, Mohammed.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-grandeur-and-splendor-of-the-temples-reminded-me-that-life-is-precious-and-not-to-be-wasted-evangeline-n\">\u201cThe grandeur and splendor of the temples\u2026 reminded me that life is precious and not to be wasted.\u201d \u2013 Evangeline N.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our past guest Evangeline said Egypt was defining moment for her. After surviving a sudden and unexpected stroke in May last year, she wanted to use her second chance. She joined our September tour to visit Egypt and marvel at the wonders of this ancient civilization.&nbsp;&nbsp;Let&#8217;s hear her Egypt travel story&#8230;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2023\/07\/evangeline-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/evangeline-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/evangeline-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/evangeline.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Evangeline takes in the atmosphere in Luxor Temple <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe grandeur and splendor of the temples left me in awe and reminded me that life is precious and not to be wasted,\u201d she said. \u201cThe opportunity to witness the vast and ancient structures of Luxor was a true blessing, and a testament to the fact that there is more to live for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs the sun went down, the temple was bathed in a spectrum of colors that highlighted the intricate details of the carvings and hieroglyphics. The narration accompanied with the light show, made the temple come alive with stories of ancient Egyptian gods, pharaohs and queens. It was a moment that truly transported me back in time, allowing me to fully appreciate the grandeur and significance of the temple.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt was truly a special moment that I will always treasure and it was an unforgettable experience that I can only thank Trafalgar for making possible.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED BLOG: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/trafalgar-unlocked-cyndees-story\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>\u2018I had a recurring dream where I was inside a pyramid\u2019 \u2013 Cyndee&#8217;s Egyptian odyssey<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-i-studied-egyptology-in-college-nbsp-brooke-h\">\u201cI studied Egyptology in college\u201d \u2013&nbsp;Brooke H. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2023\/07\/Brooke-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Brooke-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Brooke-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Brooke.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Brooke and her sister, Andrea<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;My sister Andrea and I have wanted to come to Egypt together for over 20 years!\u201d said Brooke. \u201cI studied Egyptology in college but never worked in the field or made it to Egypt, and Andrea is a big mythology buff [who] has avidly studied all the Egyptian gods and goddesses for years.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe finally made this dream come true with an amazing Trafalgar tour in January 2023! Each day was packed with unreal experiences like visiting Abu Simbel or climbing inside the Great Pyramid.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>TAKE THE TRIP:<\/em><\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/best-of-egypt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Best of Egypt<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-we-never-thought-we-would-ever-be-inside-a-pyramid-cheryl-p\">\u201cWe never thought we would ever be inside a Pyramid\u201d \u2013 Cheryl P<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMy husband and I went inside this Pyramid and walked down this long hallway,\u201d said Cheryl. \u201cWhen we got to the end we saw this wonderful sarcophagus that a king had been laid to rest in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe never thought we would ever be inside a Pyramid. And we got to share this excitement not only with each other but with some of our newfound Trafalgar friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis is something we will never forget.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-it-was-our-lifelong-fantasy-to-visit-egypt-i-finally-went-by-myself-frank-d\">&#8220;It was our lifelong fantasy to visit Egypt \u2013 I finally went by myself\u201d \u2013 Frank D<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2023\/07\/Frank-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873741\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Frank-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Frank-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Frank.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMy wife and I of 52 years had visited 31 countries in our time together,\u201d past guest Frank said. He shared that she, unfortunately, lost a long battle with cancer in 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe never did get to Egypt even though we loved the history and Egyptology in general.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI finally went by myself in 2021 and experienced a wonderful trip with Trafalgar.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>TAKE THE TRIP:<\/em><\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/best-of-egypt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Best of Egypt<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-i-will-always-treasure-cruising-down-the-nile-and-exploring-the-tunnels-inside-the-giza-pyramids-amy-c\">\u201cI will always treasure cruising down the Nile and exploring the tunnels inside the Giza Pyramids.&#8221;\u00a0\u2013 Amy C.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;To celebrate my university graduation, my brother and I traveled to Egypt,\u201d past guest Amy said. \u201cThis was our first ever trip without our parents. Trafalgar made sure we were taken care of, while still giving us a genuine adventure and lifelong memories.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis trip was an excellent way to go from school to venturing into the wide world, and has inspired a lifelong love of travel.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>TAKE THE TRIP:<\/em><\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/egyptian-voyager\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Egyptian Voyager<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-dream-trip-that-almost-didn-t-happen-karen-t\">&#8220;The dream trip that almost didn\u2019t happen&#8221; \u2013 Karen T. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2023\/07\/Karen-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Karen-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Karen-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Karen.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOur 30th wedding anniversary was coming up in November 2019,\u201d said past guest Karen. \u201cOn October 25 my husband had a series of strokes and managed to crash both of our cars within a 12-hour span! He was not injured but was diagnosed with strokes that damaged his eyesight, blinding the right side of both eyes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cHis driving was over \u2013 but he could still fly!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOn our anniversary day, we paid to fly to Abu Simbel to see the amazing Ramses II temple. Then we returned to make the Nile River cruise for our 30th anniversary dinner.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>RELATED BLOG: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/solo-traveller\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Going it alone: meet 10 time solo traveller, Candy<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-i-appreciate-her-courage-traveling-alone-at-age-92-ramamoorthy-n\">\u201cI appreciate her courage traveling alone at age 92\u201d \u2013 Ramamoorthy N.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2023\/07\/Ramamoorthy-Natarajan-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-873743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Ramamoorthy-Natarajan-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Ramamoorthy-Natarajan-330x206.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Ramamoorthy-Natarajan.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Past guest Ramamoorthy has been traveling with Trafalgar for the past decade and joined us in Egypt in 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe had an elderly travelmate who was 92 years old. I took a snap with her at Dendera Temple roof. It&#8217;s the only existing temple with a roof of about 4000 years old,\u201d said Ramamoorthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI appreciate her courage traveling alone at this age with the Trafalgar confidence. It is always a wonderful life experience on tour.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>TAKE THE TRIP:<\/em><\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/tours\/wonders-of-ancient-egypt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Wonders of Ancient Egypt<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Do you have an Egypt travel story to share too? Leave us a comment below\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From the iconic Pyramids of Giza to the majestic temples of Luxor and the vibrant underwater world of the Red Sea, Egypt\u2019s allure is undeniable \u2013 and every past Trafalgar guest who&#8217;s been there has a cool Egypt travel story to tell. 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