Sun Island Tours recently hosted nine travel agents from across Australia on its iconic 8-day Magnificent Nile itinerary, taking agents through Cairo, Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan and Abu Simbel, including a 4-day luxury Nile River cruise.
The familiarisation trip saw the group experience some of Egypt’s most iconic attractions including the Giza Pyramids, Karnak Temple and the new Grand Egyptian Museum, alongside expert Egyptologists.
The private tour was guided by Sun Island Tours’ supplier on the ground in Egypt, with whom they have worked closely for more than 30 years. This longstanding relationship showed throughout the journey, with local teams supporting every destination and helping deliver a seamless experience for the group.
“We were so well looked after from the moment we stepped off the plane in Cairo. We had a friendly face to help and guide us every step of the way, making us feel very safe and well looked after at all times.” – Emma Mogenson, Flight Centre Balgowlah
The timing of the trip highlighted and reassured agents of the safety of tourists on the ground in Egypt.
“To say our experience was relaxed, secure and safe is an understatement. From beginning to end, everything was taken care of,” says Mark van Huisstede, Owner of italktravel & cruise, The Junction.“I would travel with Sun Island Tours again in a heartbeat!”
As interest in Egypt continues to grow, Sun Island Tours anticipates increased demand for Egypt travel in 2027.
“Egypt is entering a period of strong renewed interest, but for Sun Island Tours, Egypt has never really gone away. We have never paused selling the destination and have continued to offer one of the largest ranges of Egypt packages in the market, with departures available every day,” said John Polyviou, CEO of Sun Island Tours. “Beyond our packaged itineraries, we can also create completely customised, bespoke journeys to suit each client’s individual needs, with private touring led by trusted and experienced Egyptologists. This famil was designed to show agents just how flexible Egypt can be, and how easily we can tailor an itinerary around what their clients want to see and experience.”
Clearly this goal was successful…
“I’m 100% confident in recommending Sun Island Tours!” – May Comeros, Global Travel Network.
Since returning to Australia, participating agents have shared overwhelmingly positive feedback on the all-inclusive 8-day itinerary.
“It’s just something you have to experience for yourself,” said Michelle Shulz, Travel Managers.
The team has flooded Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, with moments from the journey, allowing travellers and industry followers to experience a glimpse of the trip along the way, with the content reaching more than 80,000 sets of eyes across the platforms. For those wanting to learn more about selling this itinerary, the Sun Island Tours team is available by phone or email, as well as through their social media channels.
