I would not recommend this travel company and would not travel with them again.The itinerary was poorly designed and appeared to prioritise cost-cutting over a meaningful cultural experience. Several scheduled stops were free sites, while key attractions such as the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) were excluded from the core itinerary. Following insistence to include GEM in the itinerary, we were required to pay $68 each to attend (initially quoted at $50), which supposedly included transport — despite transport already being booked for that day.The sleeper train was misrepresented. Ghazala shared a video of a cabin and, on her itinerary, described it as a “berth cabin,” neither of which reflected reality. The sleeper train appeared to have been chosen to avoid the cost of hotel accommodation.On the return journey, after a full day in dusty Luxor followed by a 12-hour overnight train, we were taken directly to GEM and then to the airport, with no opportunity to shower or freshen up. This falls far short of any reasonable definition of a deluxe or premium service.During the trip to Abu Simbel, the bus provided was significantly less comfortable than expected. There was a stray nail under my seat, which caused a cut to my leg. There was no first aid kit available on the bus. Later that afternoon, Ghazala did bring me antiseptic from the boat reception, which I appreciated, but this situation should never have occurred.The itinerary was repeatedly changed to suit Ghazala’s personal preferences, often at the expense of the group. She pushed for a night visit to the Nubian Village, despite it needing to be visited during the day to be worthwhile, which the local guide confirmed. After a group vote to drive past one of the shrines (which Ghazala confirmed in the WhatsApp group), she entered it at the last minute anyway, leaving the rest of the group waiting. Conversely, she showed no regard for the itinerary when it came to the felucca boat ride, which we ultimately missed.Train times and journey lengths were misrepresented, directly resulting in the missed felucca ride and Nubian Village trips. Promised unlimited Wi-Fi, soft drinks, and hot drinks were also not provided. Ghazala’s timekeeping was consistently poor throughout the trip.This tour was marketed as an opening tour offering a premium, VIP, curated experience, which we did not receive. An opening tour should not be at the customer’s expense.Overall, the experience did not match what was advertised, and I would not recommend this company. The ladies in the group made this experience tolerable.
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Tour Tribe is a UK-based small group travel company specialising in curated halal-friendly adventures designed primarily for Muslim travellers, while welcoming anyone who respects the halal nature of our tours. We organise cultural, scenic, and experiential journeys around the world — from historic cities and natural landscapes to unique local experiences — with a strong focus on comfort, inclusivity, and thoughtful planning.
Our tours are designed so travellers can explore confidently without worrying about essentials: halal food is arranged, prayer times are accommodated, and group meals are alcohol-free. Most of our guests join solo and travel in friendly small groups, creating an environment where people quickly feel welcome and supported.
While our core focus is small-group travel, we also offer tailored experiences for families and private groups who want the same curated Tour Tribe standard adapted to their needs and pace.
Travellers can join from anywhere in the world, and our aim is always to deliver well-organised, culturally rich journeys that balance adventure, relaxation, and community.
Our guiding principle is simple: travel confidently, comfortably, and together — solo, but never alone.
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