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Avoid the hassle of dealing with taxis by reserving your hotel transfers ahead of time. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the airport in a private, air-conditioned vehicle just for your party. This service is available around the clock so that you can rest assured knowing that you'll make it to the airport with plenty of time to catch your outbound flight.

Go beyond Cairo's most visited sites and see the Dahshur pyramids, Saqqara, and Memphis: an ancient city and two of its necropolises. Admire Djoser’s distinctive step pyramid and the ‘Bent’ and ‘Red’ Pyramids at Dahshur; stand beside the millennia-old colossus of Ramses II; and follow the footsteps of pharaohs as you explore an open-air museum of statues. Your package includes private door-to-door transfers; upgrade to add a guide, entry fees, and a local restaurant lunch.

See some of Egypt’s lesser-known pyramids on a private day trip from Cairo. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, hear about the ancient pharaohs and their burial grounds from your guide as you journey south to the necropolis of Dahshur. View the Red Pyramid and extraordinary Bent Pyramid here, and then explore the ruins of Memphis, once Egypt’s capital. Inspect the broken relics, columns and giant fallen statue of Ramses II, before continuing to Saqqara. Here, see the famous Step Pyramid of Zoser, Egypt’s oldest stone structure, before returning to Cairo.

A cruise along the Nile River is a must for first-time visitors to Egypt and the famous river is even more spectacular by night. Set sail on this evening cruise, where you'll tuck into a delicious buffet and be entertained by live music, belly dancing, and a traditional tanoura dance show.

Visiting Cairo’s Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum is tricky by yourself—you’ll need to haggle with cabs and do your own navigation and research. This private tour eliminates the hassles and provides a personal guide to proffer observations and background. View the museum’s highlights including Tutankhamun’s treasures; and tour the Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and Valley Temple, all with ease and commentary. Lunch, admissions, and hotel transfers make everything seamless.

Even if the very idea of a group tour sends shivers down your spine, enjoy hassle-free transport and a knowledgeable companion on this cost-effective private tour. Exploring with your own personal Egyptologist, visit Cairo’s three most significant sites after Giza: Memphis, the ancient capital, Saqqara, home to the first pyramid, and Dahshur, with its Bent Pyramid. Tour includes snacks, soft drinks, guiding, and door-to-door transport, but excludes entrance fees.

Explore Cairo’s dynamic history on a private day tour. Visit Christian Coptic Cairo with stops at churches and a synagogue, then Islamic Cairo with entry to three mosques and the Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Your package includes round-trip private transfers; upgrade to add a guide, entry fees, and lunch at a local restaurant or by the Nile.

The Pyramids of Giza are one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks, but many visitors see only the back of a large crowd. Enjoy a private half-day tour with your own Egyptologist guide, visiting the Pyramid of Cheops, the Sphinx, and other key sites with time for questions. Hotel transfers from Cairo or Giza are included for a seamless experience.

Don't miss the chance to visit the Pyramids of Giza complex if you're in Cairo on this tour that includes hotel transport for an easy way to see these ancient structures and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by a guide, you can marvel at the three pyramids from the outside: the Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu), Khafre's Pyramid, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. You also have the option to take a camel ride, if you wish, plus stop to see the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Please note, entrance fees are at your own expense if you wish to go inside the pyramids.

Travel between Cairo Airport and your hotel in style and comfort with this private transfer service. A representative will meet you outside the exit gate with a sign bearing your name, ready to take you to your hotel. Your driver monitors your flight in case of delays, ensuring a smooth arrival experience.

Go beyond the Pyramids of Giza on this private tour that allows you to explore the lesser-visited pyramids of Saqqara and Dahshur. While your guide fills you in on Egyptian history, tour the Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid at Dahshur, and Memphis, Egypt's ancient capital.

The Giza Pyramids are far from Cairo’s metro map, and getting there independently is tough. Skip the lines with this private full-day tour, including hotel pickup and transfers from your Cairo or Giza address. See the pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple, then explore the Grand Egyptian Museum with a private Egyptologist guide. The tour includes entry tickets, traditional lunch, and a camel ride near the pyramids.

Make the most of limited time and explore ancient Egypt on a convenient layover tour. After airport pickup, travel by air-conditioned minivan with an Egyptologist guide to visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. Shop for leather and other fine products at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, check out the King Tut exhibit at the Egyptian Museum, take a camel ride, and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Marvel at Cairo’s UNESCO-listed treasures on a small-group tour of the city’s historic churches. Explore Coptic Cairo and the famous Hanging Church; visit the Cave Church, the Church of Santa Barbara, and Church of Saint Sergius; and learn more about Cairo’s rich religious history and heritage.

Explore Islamic, Coptic, and Jewish heritage within Old Cairo during this private half-day tour. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off provided. Highlights include centuries-old landmarks like Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, Salah El Din Citadel, the 3rd-century Hanging Church, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, with admission tickets purchased separately.

Put the adrenaline into ancient Egypt on this action-packed day out, with guided tours of three important sights plus a camel ride and an ATV adventure too. You’ll visit the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple, ride a camel and an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) across the sands, then discover Memphis and Saqqara after a restaurant lunch. Please note: site entrance fees are at your own expense.

Discover the legendary city of Alexandria on a full-day private tour from Cairo. Descend into the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa to see fascinating artworks that blend two cultures, visit Pompey’s Pillar, then take in views from the 15th-century fortifications at the Citadel of Qaitbay. Range of tour options to suit your budget and preference, from all inclusive to transfer only.

See the best of Egypt in just one week on this private tour-and-cruise combo. You'll start in Cairo, visiting the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum before flying to Aswan for a cruise up the Nile River to Luxor. Visit ancient temples, burial sites, and the Aswan High Dam, returning to Cairo by flight at the end of your cruise.

This private three-day tour of Egypt offers an in-depth introduction to Giza, Cairo, and Alexandria, featuring a full slate of bucket-list experiences. Accompanied by your private guide, you’ll visit the ancient pyramids and a wide range of more recent landmarks, including the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and the new Library of Alexandria. On the last evening, enjoy a scenic dinner cruise to end your adventure.

Hop on a camel for a 30-minute ride—included with this private half-day tour. Gain from the expertise and personalized attention of an Egyptologist as your guide to the Giza Plateau. Enjoy photo ops of the Great Sphinx and the Great Pyramid at Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Lunch and hotel transport by minivan are included.

Walk Cairo’s vibrant Al Muizz Street, browse the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, and experience Al Azhar Mosque on a 6-hour exploration of the city’s Islamic heritage. Enter Bab El Fotouh gate and take in the medieval architecture that lines Al Muizz, a street through the heart of historic Cairo. Immerse yourself in the scents and sounds of Egypt’s most iconic souk then visit a millennium-old mosque, whose sturdy minarets and shady arcades were built by the Fatimid Caliphate, and house a renowned school of Islamic studies.

Cover more of Cairo's historic highlights in less time on a private sightseeing tour that lets you tick off attractions including the Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo, and the city’s old market. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle helps you stay cool and cover more sights efficiently, while a private guide offers you undivided attention.

Save time and avoid hassle by pre-booking your private transportation between Cairo Airport and your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Your driver will be waiting at the arrival hall when you land, ready to take you to your hotel. When it's time to leave, a driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you back to the airport in a private, modern vehicle.

Cover thousands of years of history on this enriching cultural tour of Cairo’s top sights. Combine a peek at the Egyptian Museum—the world’s largest collection of Egyptian antiquities—with a guided visit to Old Cairo. Learn about the city’s Coptic and Jewish heritage with stops at churches and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. You’ll also visit the spectacular Citadel of Cairo, a 12th-century fortress.