Top Cairo Historical Tours - page 2

The iconic Giza Pyramids are Cairo’s biggest draw but they’re tricky to reach independently, and travelers without a guide can face a world of hassle. Enjoy them your way, your style, on this flexible private experience. Book a car, guide, and camel ride only; upgrade to add tickets, lunch, and visits inside the pyramids. Other possible add-ons include a Nile dinner cruise, a shopping tour, and the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Many visitors to Egypt only see the Giza Pyramids, but you can explore less-visited pyramids on this private half-day tour to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis. Avoid transport hassles and upgrade to add an Egyptologist guide as you tour the Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the Bent and Red Pyramids at Dahshur, and Memphis, once the capital of ancient Egypt.

Avoid the tourist crowds and gain intimate insight into Egypt’s three most celebrated landmarks on a private tour of the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, with a simple local lunch included. Benefit from your Egyptologist guide’s full attention as you tick off the Big Three in just one day, and enjoy round-trip transfers from your hotel or residence for a hassle-free experience.

Witness the wonders of the Western Sahara on this tour of Ancient Egyptian civilization's most renowned sites. Enjoy plenty of photo opportunities with visits to the pyramids of Giza as well as the Sphinx and necropolis. Observe the valley temple at Khafre before voyaging to Menkaure. See the evolution of pyramid structure at Sakkara before journeying to Memphis City, which dates back to 3100 BCE.

Sail from Aswan to Luxor on a five-star Nile River Cruise, with plenty of stops at ancient temples and archaeological sites along the way, with this cruise package. You'll visit the Abu Simbel Temple, the Edfu Horus Temple, and the highlights of Luxor's West and East Bank along the way.

Ticking off Cairo and Giza’s main attractions can be tricky for time-limited travelers. Discover the Great Pyramids, Egyptian Museum. Khan el-Khalili, and more on a comprehensive 2-day tour, led by a qualified Egyptologist. Maximize your time with round-trip transfer from your hotel, and benefit from the personalized service of a private tour to avoid the tourist crowds.

Discover Cairo like never before with a perfectly curated mix of ancient history, spiritual landmarks, and vibrant local life — all in one unforgettable day. Unlike standard tours, this experience takes you across Egypt’s diverse cultural layers: from the Royal Mummies at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, to the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and the hidden gems of Coptic Cairo. End the journey with the sights, sounds, and scents of Khan El Khalili Bazaar. With a knowledgeable local guide by your side, skip the hassle and dive deep into the real Cairo.

Experience many of Egypt’s pyramids on this private full-day tour. Depart from your Cairo accommodation in a private air-conditioned vehicle and head to the pyramids at Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur. Take time to explore at your own pace with your guide and enjoy a midday break for lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

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.

Staying in Cairo needn't mean missing out on visiting the beautiful Mediterranean city of Alexandria. This private tour, led by an Egyptologist guide, allows you to get to know Egypt's second city in just one day. Explore the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Serapeum, the Citadel of Qaitbay, the Roman amphitheater, and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and be back in Cairo by evening.

See some of Egypt’s most-important attractions on this private half-day tour. Leave the history books behind as you learn from your Egyptologist guide, ticking off sites such as the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and Khafre Pyramid. Round-trip hotel transfers, lunch with drink (for all-inclusive options), and all required admission fees are included. Airport pickup is not included. Skip large group tours and benefit from your guide’s undivided attention.

Discover the ancient wonders of Alexandria on this day trip from Cairo. Explore the Roman Theater at Kom El-Deka, the fascinating catacombs at Kom El Shoqafa, the towering Pompey's Pillar, and the historic Citadel of Qaitbay. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Alexandria, blending Greek, Roman, and Egyptian influences, all while enjoying the city's coastal charm. Marvel at the Roman amphitheater of Kom El-Deka Admire the marvelous Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa See the relics and statues of the Roman triclinium Explore Pompey's Pillar, enjoying its artifacts and sculptures Stroll along the defensive fortress, the Citadel of Qaitbay

Get to know Cairo with a shopping tour of the city. Revel in the hustle and bustle of El Ghorya after spending some time at the markets downtown. Be a part of the hubbub of El Mosky before reaching the grounds of Khan el-Khalili, the oldest market in the Middle East. Take in the views from the oriels of the street below, while soaking up the scents of Bab al-Fatah and Bab el Nasr.

Discover Khan el-Khalili, one of the biggest bazaars in the Middle East, and load up with favorites including papyrus, perfume, cotton, and more during this private Cairo shopping tour. The basic package includes transport, your tour, and a simple local lunch of falafel or koshary. Upgrade to add a guide, a felucca ride, or visits to El-Moez Street (Sharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah) and the Al-Azhar Mosque.

Explore Egypt’s top ancient sites on a Cairo day tour to the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Saqqara, and Memphis with an expert Egyptologist guide. Witness the Step Pyramid, Egypt’s oldest stone structure, at Saqqara Discover ancient Memphis, Egypt’s first capital city See the famous Great Pyramid, one of the Seven Wonders of the World Visit the Great Sphinx and hear the stories behind its mystery Walk through the Valley Temple, where the king’s body was prepared for the afterlife

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.

This private tour offers a chance to explore the ancient Egyptian monuments of Saqqara, the burial grounds of the Old Kingdom capital of Memphis. Led by an Egyptologist guide, the tour includes access to multiple pyramids and tombs, including the remarkable Step Pyramid of Djoser, the Pyramid of Unas, and the underground tunnel of the Serapeum.

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.

Get the most out of your visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NEMC) in Cairo. This private guided tour is led by an Egyptologist guide who takes you through the museum's collection of more than 50,000 artifacts—dating from prehistoric times to today—and enriches your experience through their deep knowledge of Egyptian history.

Leave Egypt’s crazy traffic to the professionals and relax on this private tour of the nation’s second city, Alexandria. Soak up the Mediterranean air as you experience city highlights from ancient catacombs to a 16th-century fort built on the site of the Great Library of Alexandria. Your tour includes door-to-door private transfers and tour guide but excludes entrance fees.

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.

See the highlights of Luxor in just one day with this private day trip from Cairo. You'll start the day with a sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor, followed by visits to some of the most important archeological sites in the area, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. You'll also take a sailing trip on a traditional felucca before flying back to Cairo in the evening.

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.