Egypt

Egypt family holidays

Steeped in six thousand years of history, Egypt is one of the world’s greatest travel destinations. The tombs, temples and monuments of the Pharaohs are absolutely awe-inspiring, and a highlight of any Egypt family holiday. No one ever forgets the first time that they catch a glimpse of the Pyramids, rising from the desert in majestic splendour.

These ancient sites appeal to the whole family. Everyone will have studied Tutankhamun at some point in school and even the most reluctant adolescent will be amazed by the kaleidoscope of colour adorning the underground tombs hidden beneath the barren desert ground in the Valley of the Kings. Toddlers will happily spend hours playing hide and seek amongst the soaring columns of Karnak Temple, or marvelling at the crocodile mummies in Kom Ombo.

Family exploring Egypt's temples - ideal for February half-term holidays and Easter

Feel the size of an ant next to the mighty statues at Abu Simbel, on the shores of Lake Nasser

Remember that there is much more to Egypt family holidays than the ancient sites. The children will love getting lost in the labyrinthine bazaars of Cairo and climbing up the wind-carved rock formations of the desert. They will be delighted to float down the Nile on a traditional felucca and be agog at the abundance of underwater treasures in the waters of the Red Sea. There’s masses of variety and endless adventure.

Teenager eating traditional dinner on Egypt with kids adventure

Try a Nubian meal al fresco on our Egypt family holidays

Why take the kids to Egypt?

Egypt offers a wonderful variety of things to do and we will always try to include plenty of activities to complement the sightseeing.

Our top activities on a family holiday to Egypt include:

Riding camels around the pyramids at sunset
Haggling for souvenirs in the lively Khan el Khalili bazaar
Visiting the awe-inspiring temple at Abu Simbel
Cruising on a felucca (traditional sailboat) on the Nile
Discovering the Valley of the Kings
Descending through a deep tunnel into Tutankhamun’s Tomb
Enjoying a barbeque in the desert outside Fayoum oasis
Snorkelling in the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea

Egypt with kids holiday, family in burial chamber, Valley of the Kings

Explore incredible burial chambers in the Valley of the Kings

Why is Egypt an ideal destination for a family holiday?

Egypt works brilliantly for families as it is quick and relatively inexpensive to get to, with direct flights taking only 5 hours from the UK. Tourism is very well established and there is a wide range of hotels and restaurants to cater to every budget and taste. The Egyptians love children and will welcome you with open arms wherever you go. The food is delicious, but whilst adventurous children may throw themselves into sampling all the local dishes, fussier eaters (yup, we’ve all got one of those) are also well catered for.

Check out our Egypt with Kids Top Ten blog for more ideas and photos and see our customer photos of their holidays in Egypt with Stubborn Mule.

Egypt with kids - family on Nile cruise - Summer family holidays

Take a day trip on the Nile aboard a traditional felucca – you can even spend the night

Family holiday itineraries to Egypt

All of our Egypt family holidays are bespoke, which means that they are tailor-made for your own specific family. We will always carefully take into account the ages of your children, your interests, your budget, and so on. However, to give you an idea of what you could do on a family holiday in Egypt, and how this can be combined with neighbouring Jordan, have a look at our sample itineraries, Highlights of Egypt, Active Egypt, and Egypt & Jordan Highlights.

Also have a look at some of the places that you might like to visit on your Egypt family holiday, check out our customer reviews and if you need further inspiration, have a look at our gallery at the top of this page..

Lastly, don’t forget to check what the weather will be like at the time that you want to travel. Or simply give us a ring and we’ll be delighted to advise you on the best holiday to Egypt for your family.