Top Egypt Historical Tours - page 2

The Giza Pyramids are far off Cairo’s metro map, and getting there independently is tough. Skip the drama with this private full-day tour, including skip-the-line access and transfers direct from the Cairo or Giza address you choose. See the pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple, then discover the artifacts and art on display at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Cairo can feel intimidating after dark. Dodge the hustlers and enjoy an authentic experience on this private tour. Shop the Khan El-Khalili market, stroll down Sharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah, visit the heritage El Fishawy Cafe, and feel the night breeze as you sail the Nile onboard a traditional felucca. Along the way, dine on authentic foods such as koshary (a pasta-and-rice dish), shawarma (slow-roasted meat), or falafel (chickpea fritters).

Cruise down one of the world’s most iconic waterways during this multi-day, luxury journey from Aswan to Luxor aboard a five-star boat. Enjoy included hotel pickup and drop-off with comfortable, air-conditioned transfers in a private vehicle. Settle back and discover world-renowned attractions along the way, including Karnak Temple and Kom Ombo.

Cairo’s Egyptian Museum is home to one of the world’s great collections of ancient Egyptian art and artifacts but poor signage and signposting makes it easy to miss key treasures when visiting independently. Enjoy a personalized tour with your own Egyptologist guide—and private 2-way transfers direct from your hotel—on this curated experience. Please note: Entrance fees are at your own expense.

Set on the outskirts of Cairo, the Giza Pyramids take time to reach by public transport. This private half-day guided tour gets you there right from your door, with entrance fees, lunch, and onboard water included. See the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure; capture photos from the perfect viewpoint; ride a camel through the desert sands; then visit the great Sphinx.

Get off the beaten path with a private, half-day tour to Dendera to see the Temple of Hathor and its famous ceiling depiction of the zodiac with this day tour. Your Egyptologist guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to the temple complex at a time of your choosing, where you’ll have plenty of time to explore before returning to Luxor.

Escape the crowds–and visit several Ancient Egyptian landmarks in a single excursion–on this private tour of Luxor, with round-trip hotel transfers and bottled water conveniently included. Step inside well-preserved tombs at the Valley of the Kings, visit Queen Hatshepsut’s cliff-side temple, and stand before the towering Colossi of Memnon. As you explore, learn about history, culture, and architecture.

Explore the highlights of Alexandria in a single day on this private tour from Cairo. Well-suited for travelers tight on time, visit this port city without having to book an overnight stay. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the Alexandria Library, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel, and the Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque.

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.

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.

Enjoy a private, ultra-elite tour of the Giza Pyramids before public opening. See the pyramids alone and explore the Great Pyramid interior with your Egyptologist guide, including Khufu’s sarcophagus, queen’s chamber, grand gallery, and pit. Visit the Valley Temple from inside and view the Sphinx from outside on select options. Hotel pickup and private transfers are included for a seamless experience.

Discover two of Luxor’s most important landmarks–and gain insights you can’t get from a guidebook–on this private, half-day tour of the city’s eastern bank. Visit the Karnak Temple complex and Luxor Temple, explore key points of interest, and enjoy free time to capture photos or go souvenir shopping. As you take in the sights, learn all about Ancient Egyptian history, culture, and architecture from your guide.

Visiting Egypt’s millennia-old pyramids is a must when in Cairo, but getting to Giza—and making sense of what you see—can be a challenge for first-time visitors. Take the stress out of planning on this half-day private tour, which lets you customize your day. Upgrade to step inside the Great Pyramid of Marsa Ankh tomb, add on a camel ride, or even take in sights in Saqqara.

Make exploring Luxor simple–and avoid the crowds–with private round-trip transfers from your hotel to several of the city’s top landmarks: the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and the Valley of the Queens. Explore at your own pace or upgrade to include an Egyptologist guide who speaks English, German, or Spanish to uncover sights you might otherwise have missed (extra expense).

Maximize your sightseeing time at Egypt’s largest archaeological site with a private tour and guide. Leave the history books behind as you visit the Dahshur Pyramids, Memphis city, the Sphinx, and more. Enjoy private hotel pickup from Cairo or Giza, an optional local lunch (extra expense), and free time to explore. Along the way, listen to your guide’s informative commentary and learn about Egyptian history.

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.

Make the most of your time in Luxor with a small-group tour that checks off many of the city’s most famous ancient wonders in a day. Effortlessly travel between top landmarks—such as Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut—in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Also, benefit from the flexibility to choose between packages with or without admission tickets included.

Don’t let the distance between Cairo and Sharm el-Sheikh put a stop to you seeing the pyramids. Visit Cairo the easy way with round-trip flights, transportation, and an Egyptologist guide. With the logistics in the hands of local guides, focus on the ancient attractions of Cairo instead. Visits to the Pyramids of Giza and the GEM (Grand Egyptian Museum) are among the itinerary highlights.

Embark on a private tour from Cairo to the heartland of nature's marvels, the Whales Valley, & Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls in El Fayoum. Aptly named for its astoundingly well-preserved, ancient whale fossils, Whales Valley provides a window into the Earth's distant past. The journey then continues towards the serene Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls, a breathtaking desert oasis. Accompanied by a seasoned guide, enjoy this private excursion into some of Egypt's least explored yet vibrant natural attractions.

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.

Enjoy a more personalized Luxor experience when you book this private tour, with transfers direct from your hotel or cruise ship. You'll see the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon, then cross the Nile to Karnak and Luxor temples. The basic package includes transport and bottled water; upgrade to add a licensed guide, a guide and entry fees, or a guide, entry fees, and lunch.

See the magnificent religious architecture of Old Cairo on a 4-hour, private tour that takes the stress out of navigating Cairo’s chaotic streets. Visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, the Citadel of Saladin, and the Alabaster Mosque without the hassle of finding a series of taxis between destinations, and a flexible departure time means the tour can be tailored to your schedule.

Visit Cairo in one day on your Sharm el Sheik vacation, with this comprehensive private day trip by plane. You’ll travel between the two cities by plane to maximize your time in the Egyptian capital and give the sights the attention they deserve. Entry fees to the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum are included along with a private Egyptologist guide, camel ride, and lunch.