Nile Wave Travel, situated in Pyramids Road, is one of Egypt's newest Class A tourism companies, able to provide a full range of tourism services to individuals and travel agents worldwide.
While we are a young company, our professional and friendly staff has a wealth of experience in the tourism industry in Egypt. The company has both Egyptian and Australian heritage and we understand the needs of western travellers. A number of our staff speaks English.
Our guides are all registered Egyptologists and are available to speak a number of languages. We also only hire professional drivers who will ensure that your trip is relaxed, comfortable and safe.
Whether you want a unique luxury experience, a family holiday or a getaway with a group of friends, we can organise everything for you to suit your desires and needs, and your budget.
We can provide everything you need for your holiday in Egypt - air tickets, accommodation, tours and transportation. We aim to give you the Egyptian holiday of a lifetime by providing the best products and first class service at a fair price.
Here is a link to the website http://www.nilewave.com/
Day Trips
STT101 The pyramids and more
Visit some of Egypt’s most important Old Kingdom sites and see the last remaining of the Wonders of the Ancient World. Saqqara and Memphis and Giza.
STT102 Pyramids, pyramids, pyramids!
Your ONE DAY tour will guide you through the development of the pyramid, and you will visit the earliest step pyramid at Saqqara, see the Bent and Red pyramids at Dahshur (where the first, perfect, complete pyramid in history was built), enjoy some real Egyptian food at a local restaurant and finish at Giza where the pyramid builder’s art reached its full glory.
STT103 The Old Kingdom
Your ONE DAY tour will visit one of the “forgotten” sites of Egypt at Meidum with its massive and unique pyramid and then see the Bent and Red pyramids at Dahshur (where the first, perfect, complete pyramid in history was built). You will also visit the complex at Saqqara and Egypt’s oldest capital – Memphis. On the way to Saqqara you will call in at Abu Sir, rarely visited by tourists.
STT104 Old Cairo
Old Cairo is an area often overlooked. However, a day in this fascinating area will provide you with a different view of the unique life and architecture of the old city and will give you an opportunity to see and enjoy some of the very special Coptic, Islamic and Jewish sites, which date back to the 3rd century AD.
STT105 Citadel and the Egyptian Museum
This ONE DAY TOUR will take you to some of the most important areas of Cairo and you will explore and enjoy some of Egypt’s ancient and Islamic heritage. You will visit the Saladin Citadel and the Egyptian Museum, both on the “must see” list for your Egyptian holiday.
STT106 Alexandria: Pearl of the Mediterranean
You will visit Montazah, Pompey’s Pillar, the Catacombs, Fort Qait Bey and the Museum. You will take a look at the exterior of the Bibliotheca and stop off at the Roman amphitheatre being excavated at Kom el Dekka. Wander the museum. You will drive the Corniche as you move from one attraction to the next and maybe take a short stroll as well when you stop for lunch. If at all possible we will try to make time for a walk in the souq and a little shopping. This is a big day in Alex so be prepared to leave very early and get home quite late!
STT107 Iconic Cairo
What a day! Tour Egypt’s most visited site and see the last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World. As well, enjoy time spent looking at the largest collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts in the world! This day at the pyramids and the Egyptian Museum is one of our most popular tours.
STT108 The Nile
The Nile – the very name conjures romantic thoughts of exotic locations, moonlight boat rides on the cool green waters, daytime crocodiles lurking in the waving papyrus. Many writers have written about it and it has been the backdrop for numerous movies – we have all sorts of images in our heads - now you can see it for yourself. Visit Cairo Tower the Nilometer and the Pharaonic Village, while enjoying a 5-star Nile cruise for lunch.
STT109 Citadel, Museum and Khan il Khalili
Today you will visit the Saladin Citadel and the Egyptian Museum, both on the “must see” list for your Egyptian holiday. You will also wander the narrow streets of the famous Khan il Khalili, one of the oldest souqs in Cairo.
STT110 Walking tour in old Islamic Cairo
Around ten centuries ago El Mui'z li Din Allah was the principal street in Cairo. It is named after the Fatimid ruler who conquered Cairo in 969 AD. El Mui'z Street was the main road through the city in this period when people would access the city through Bab Zuweila in the south and through Bab El Futuh in the north. Over the centuries many buildings have been constructed on this street and of course, it is no longer a central street in Cairo. It is very narrow and one of the city’s most historical streets; indeed it is Cairo's largest open-air museum of Islamic and medieval monuments and buildings. You will walk from one gate to the other and also stop at one of Cairo's most famous cafes.
STT111 The Citadel, Islamic Museum and Al Azhar Park
Today you will visit the Saladin Citadel and the Islamic Museum, two of the icons of Cairo’s Islamic history. You will also enjoy a walk and lunch in Al Azhar Park, Cairo’s newest and largest green space.
STT112 Coptic Cairo and the Citadel
Discover the ancient sites and culture of Coptic Christians on a private tour through Old Cairo when you will visit sites that have meaning for all Christians. Visit Abu Serga where the Holy family sought refuge, and Ben Ezra, one of the oldest synagogues in Cairo and said by some to be where Moses was taken from the Nile. Learn about Christian life in Egypt, a country where Christianity is a minority. Also visit one of the great Islamic sites by touring the Citadel of Salah al Din and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali.
STT113 The Sufi Mosques
This tour will visit the Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, Alexandria, one of the most beautiful and perhaps the best known mosque in Alexandria. In Tanta is the El Sayed el Badawy Mosque. The largest moulid in Egypt annually commemorates Sayed Ahmed El-Badawi at his tomb in Tanta's mosque. Sayed Ahmed El-Badawy honours this 13th century Moroccan Sufi who won fame battling Crusaders and founding the Badawiya Sufi order. The last mosque, in Desouq, honours Ibrahim el Desouky. Enjoy the rural scenery of the Delta that few tourists see.
STT114 Coptic Cairo, Citadel, Khan, Egyptian Museum and Pharaonic Village
This is the super fast tour for those with very little time. Discover the ancient sites and culture of Coptic Christians on a private tour through Old Cairo when you will visit sites that have meaning for all Christians. Visit Abu Serga where the Holy family sought refuge, and Ben Ezra, one of the oldest synagogues in Cairo and said by some to be where Moses was taken from the Nile. You’ll also visit the heart of Islamic Cairo, walk and shop in the Khan il Khalili, Cairo’s oldest souq and see the glorious art of Pharaonic Egypt in the Egyptian Museum. Finally visit The Pharaonic Village where you will experience life as it was in the days of the pharaohs.
STT115 Coptic Cairo, Ibn Tulun and the Khan
The ancient sites and culture of Coptic Christians will be explored on a private tour through Old Cairo when you will visit Abu Serga where the Holy family sought refuge, and Ben Ezra, one of the oldest synagogues in Cairo and said by some to be where Moses was taken from the Nile. You’ll also visit the heart of Islamic Cairo, see one of Cairo’s oldest mosques, Ibn Tulun, and walk and shop in the Khan il Khalili, Cairo’s oldest souq.
STT116 The arts in Cairo
Cairo has a vibrant arts scene that also has a long history. You can find many arts museums, quite a number of which are dedicated to a single artist. The Cairo Opera House is also a strong centre for the performing arts and music, while smaller cultural centres such as the Sawry Culture Wheel and a number of restored old houses in Islamic Cairo host a wide variety of performances and exhibitions. Add to that the private galleries which display a wide range of contemporary artists (and offer their work for sale) and you can understand how you can spend a day and more exploring the rich fabric of the arts in Cairo.
STT117 Citadel, Gayer-Anderson and Khan il Khalili
Today you will visit the Saladin Citadel and the Gayer-Anderson Museum in Islamic Cairo at the Bayt al Krittlaya. You will also enjoy a walk and lunch in Khan il Khalili, Cairo’s oldest souq.
SODTC01 Shop 'til you drop
While Dubai gets all the hype and Cairo is not necessarily the place you think of when you think ‘shopping’, there are still many great bargains to be had in Cairo, and many unique products that you can only buy here. In Cairo you can you can have a variety of shopping experiences. You can walk in ancient souqs and see the Egyptian style of life, or venture into the heart of Downtown with its brightly-lit stores and souvenir places, or you can visit the high end mall and shop for designer labels. You can do all this and more on your one-day shopping tour.
