— 11-Day Signature Itinerary · Additional-Needs Friendly
Egypt in 11 Days: Additional-Needs Friendly Itinerary
The same complete journey through Cairo, Aswan and Luxor, written with clarity, predictability, sensory considerations, pacing, and emotional reassurance for travellers with additional needs.
£2,700pp
All-inclusive*
11 Days / 10 Nights
Cairo · Aswan · Abu Simbel · Luxor
1 Guide
Experienced & consistent throughout
Adjustable Pace
Rest breaks, quiet routes, predictable routine
This version of the itinerary is written to support travellers with additional needs, whether sensory, physical, or neuro diverse. It focuses on clarity, predictability, sensory considerations, pacing, and emotional reassurance.
— Day By Day —
Your 11 days in Egypt
The same route as our standard trip, with the pacing and detail that makes planning easier.
01
Cairo
Arrival in Cairo
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Meet your guide at the airport. They will be holding a sign with your name.
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A private car takes you directly to your hotel.
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The rest of the day is quiet and relaxed.
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Dinner available at the hotel.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Low sensory load after a long flight.
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No crowds or busy sites on Day 1.
02
Cairo
Pyramids and Museum (Gentle Pace)
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Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.
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Your guide will explain what to expect before entering busy areas.
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Quiet viewing spots are available away from crowds.
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Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, which has wide spaces and calm galleries.
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Lunch in a comfortable, airconditioned restaurant.
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Return to hotel for downtime.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Clear structure to the day.
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Option to shorten time at each site.
03
Saqqara
Saqqara (Calm, Open Spaces)
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Visit Saqqara, a wide open desert site with fewer crowds.
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See the Step Pyramid and nearby tombs.
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Visit the small Imhotep Museum.
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Lunch in a quiet traditional restaurant.
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Return to hotel for rest.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Open spaces reduce sensory overwhelm.
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Flexible timing.
04
Cairo → Aswan
Old Cairo & Flight to Aswan
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Visit Old Cairo’s historic area. Your guide will choose quieter times.
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Transfer to Cairo Airport or train station for your journey to Aswan.
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Board your Nile Cruise.
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Afternoon visit to the High Dam and Philae Temple.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Cruise cabins offer a stable, predictable base.
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Philae Temple is peaceful and reached by boat.
05
Aswan & Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel & Kom Ombo
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Early drive to Abu Simbel. Your guide will explain timings clearly.
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Quiet time in the car for rest.
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Return to cruise and sail to Kom Ombo Temple.
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Visit the temple in the late afternoon when it is quieter.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Predictable schedule.
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Option to stay on the boat if tired.
06
Edfu & Luxor
Edfu, Esna Lock & Luxor Temples
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Horse and carriage ride to Edfu Temple (your guide can request a calm horse).
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Visit the temple with clear explanations and optional quiet areas.
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Sail through Esna Lock — a slow, gentle experience.
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Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples with flexible pacing.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Visual, engaging sites.
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Guide can avoid crowded sections.
07
Luxor
Luxor West Bank & Eldeak Family Home
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Visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
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Visit a small alabaster workshop.
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Lunch in the Eldeak family home — calm, friendly, and welcoming.
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Check in to the Eldeak Hotel.
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Sunset felucca ride (quiet, gentle sailing).
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Warm family environment.
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Predictable routine.
08
Luxor
Habu, Deir elMedina & Rooftop Dinner
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Visit Medinet Habu and Deir elMedina.
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Lunch with the Eldeak family.
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Dinner on the rooftop with beautiful views.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Calm sites with space to move.
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Familiar hosts and environment.
09
Denderah
Denderah Temple
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Drive to Denderah to see the Temple of Hathor.
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The site is usually quiet and spacious.
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Return to Luxor for lunch and rest.
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Dinner on the rooftop.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Lowcrowd environment.
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Clear visual storytelling in the temple art.
10
Luxor
Luxor City & Market
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Visit the first mosque in Luxor.
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Walk through the market at a gentle pace.
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Optional café stop for tea or coffee.
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Afternoon rest at the hotel.
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Dinner on the rooftop.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Short, simple activities.
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Sensory breaks built into the day.
11
Departure
Departure
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Check out of the hotel.
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Transfer to Luxor Airport or train station.
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Connect to your international flight via Cairo.
Good for travellers with additional needs
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Clear, simple departure process.
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Guide assists with airport navigation.
— The Fine Print, Made Clear —
What's included & what isn't
✓ Generally Included
Private, air-conditioned transport throughout
Domestic flights or overnight sleeper train: Cairo → Luxor and Aswan → Cairo
Accommodation in Cairo, on the Nile Cruise, and at the Eldeak Hotel in Luxor
All guided tours with a dedicated Egyptologist experienced in supporting travellers with additional needs
Abu Simbel excursion, included as standard
All meals as stated
Sunset felucca ride
Meals with the Eldeak family & rooftop dinners
Bottled water during tours
Adjusted pacing and personalised support
✕ Never Included
International flights
Visa requirements
Visitor entrance fees to sites and monuments
Personal expenses
Tips for guides, drivers, and cruise staff
Travel insurance
Meals or drinks not listed
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