A World-Class Experience: Seamless Private Cairo Day Tour by Plane!
We (my wife, our two sons aged 7 and 9, and myself) took the Cairo Day Tour by Plane on October 30th, and it was, without a doubt, the highlight of our trip. Sharm Smile delivered a truly exceptional, five-star experience from start to finish.
The Private Tour Upgrade: Essential Value
The decision to pay extra for a private tour was absolutely the right one, and I highly recommend it to any family. The small premium was totally worth it, as it allowed us to tailor the itinerary to our children's pace and specific interests. The freedom to spend as much time as we needed at key sites, like the museum, was invaluable.
Logistics and Travel Comfort
We also opted to pay extra for EgyptAir flights, which was a smart choice. Our outbound flight was perfectly on time, and the return flight was only 40 minutes late, which is fantastic for Egyptian domestic travel. The logistics on the ground were seamless. Mohammed, who runs the Sharm office, picked us up in the morning and dropped us back at the hotel late in the evening. Both he and our tour guide, Ahmed, spoke impeccable English, they were very polite, and genuinely interested in making our experience ideal.
In Cairo, we were picked up and driven in an air-conditioned minibus which was spotless and well-stocked with plenty of complimentary water.
Our Phenomenal Guide: Ahmed
The true star of the day was our guide, Ahmed. His English was absolutely perfect—clear, easy to understand, and engaging. We spent a very informative two hours at the original Egyptian Museum of History, and Ahmed brought ancient Egypt to life for both the adults and our two young boys. He provided a wealth of insightful information, covering everything from antiquity and the different historical periods to the secrets of the Pyramids and the Sphinx. He answered every question with enthusiasm and depth.
The private nature of the tour meant we could linger, which was perfect, especially with children. We also enjoyed a short, lovely boat trip on the beautiful Nile River. The weather was perfect, which capped off a lovely day in Cairo.
Summary
Every member of our family was extremely satisfied. The itinerary, the freedom we had, the delicious lunch, and the professionalism of both our driver, Mohammed and our guide Ahmed made this a flawless excursion. If you are considering a Cairo day trip, book the private option with Sharm Smile Tour and ask for Mohammed and/or Ahmed—you won't regret it!








