Top Egypt Literary Tours

Visit two of Luxor’s most important museums on this half-day tour that includes transfers to and from your hotel. First, take a guided tour of the Luxor Museum to discover ancient Egyptian artifacts that were unearthed in the city and its surroundings. Then, visit the new Mummification Museum to learn about the ancient embalming process from its tools to substances to coffins.

Whether you’re tired of selfies or just looking to take your Instagram to a new level, this photo shoot will give you what you need, with professional cameras and a lens tailored to create the perfect background blur. Pose for hilarious, glamorous or exotic shots with the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, camels, desert sands and more—then receive a whopping 100 edited pictures on the same day as your shoot.

Cruise the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star cruise that explores the ancient highlights of the Upper Nile. From the Temple of Philae to Kom Ombo Temple and the Valley of the Kings, discover royal tombs to temples. An included sunrise hot-air balloon flight above Luxor’s magnificent West Bank helps take in the scale of the ancient settlement, and onboard entertainment ensures a lively cruise. Discover one of the most impressive temples in Egypt by visiting Abu Simbel 285 km south of Aswan.

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.

Experience Cairo’s very best on a private, full-day tour that takes in ancient sites, artifacts. Ride a camel through the sand beside the soaring pyramids at Giza and go toe-to-toe with the enigmatic Sphinx. Pause for lunch before visiting the Egyptian Museum and explore the stunning collection of artifacts, mummies and royal treasures with your guide. Then continue to the Khan el Khalili bazaar to browse vibrant displays of fabrics, handicrafts, and antiques.

Get a first-hand peek at the ancient pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx on this hassle-free, half-day trip, led by an Egyptologist. Explore the Valley Temple, mummification site for King Chephren, and discover the best angles for photographs. Tours include hotel pickup and an adventure-filled camel ride.

Alexandria boasts some of the best sightseeing in the world. From the world-famous Library of Alexandria to the beautiful and ancient Pompey's Pillar, Alexandria has something for everyone. With its rich historic architecture, delicious cuisine, and friendly locals, Alexandria is an ideal destination for sightseeing.

See many of Egypt’s highlights in just over a week with this eight-night tour of the country. You’ll start in Cairo, where you’ll get to see the Great Pyramids before taking an overnight train to Luxor for more exploration and a hot air balloon ride. You’ll then board a cruise down to Aswan, stopping at ancient temples and other sights along the way with an Egyptologist guide.