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There’s nothing more thrilling than visiting the Great Pyramids and the majestic Sphinx. Your private guide will accompany you on an unforgettable journey to one of the Wonders of the Ancient World — the Great Pyramid of King Khufu. Then you’ll head to the panoramic viewpoint, the perfect spot to capture breathtaking photos of all nine pyramids, from the mighty kings’ pyramids to the elegant queens’ pyramids. Add a camel ride across the golden desert, and you’ve got an experience you’ll never forget — with stunning photos to prove it. After that, you’ll visit the Great Sphinx and the magnificent Valley Temple of King Khafre, built from massive stone blocks — one of the finest examples of ancient Egyptian architecture. The ingenuity of those ancient engineers will leave you speechless.

Discover Cairo’s historical side, and visit some of its most important religious landmarks, on this private, full-day tour. Meet your guide at your hotel, and venture first to Coptic Cairo. You’ll glimpse the famed Hanging Church, will visit the Abu Serga Church, and will venture to the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Next, transfer to the hilltop Cairo Citadel to explore the Alabaster Mosque: the most prominent mosque in the city. Finally, browse the shops in the bustling Khan el-Khalili bazaar before the tour ends.

Discover the ancient secrets of Egypt on a private full-day tour to Giza and Saqqara from Cairo. From your Cairo hotel, you’ll travel to Giza to behold the Great Pyramid of Giza and the mighty Sphinx alongside your guide. Then, you’ll descend to the subterranean tombs of Saqqara before enjoying a traditional Egyptian lunch. Round-trip transportation from your Cairo hotel is included.

Delve into the ancient mysteries of Egypt on a private full-day trip to the Great Pyramid of Giza, Memphis and Saqqara from Cairo. Alongside an Egyptologist, you’ll gaze upon the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and visit the mighty Sphinx. See, too, the step pyramids and ancient tombs of Saqqara and explore the former Egyptian capital of Memphis. Lunch and round-trip transportation from your Cairo hotel are included.

Pushed for time in Egypt’s capital? Then, see all Cairo’s top attractions in two action-packed days on this private tour, with an Egyptologist guide. Experience the stunning Giza pyramids and Great Sphinx; and visit the ancient pyramid fields of Sakkara and open-air museum of Memphis. Gaze at Tutankhamun’s golden treasures at the Egyptian Museum, and explore the highlights of Old Cairo, Alabaster Mosque and Hanging Church. While lunches, entrance fees to the Pyramid outside areas (Entry inside are optional), and air-conditioned transport are included, your Cairo accommodation is not included on this tour.

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.

Discover Cairo’s iconic landmarks on a small group, 5-hour day trip to the pyramids and sphinx. Depart from your hotel in Giza or Cairo, and explore the ancient structures with an Egyptologist guide. See the Great Pyramid of Giza, visit the enigmatic Great Sphinx at Giza, thought to be the world’s oldest monumental sculpture, then get a glimpse of an ancient Egyptian tradition at the papyrus institute.

Discover ancient Egypt’s wonders on a private half-day tour to the Giza Pyramids—the Great Pyramid of Giza, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure—as well as the majestic Sphinx. Various tour options let you select the inclusions that suit your needs and budget, such as lunch, a short camel ride, or just a car and driver to keep things simple.

Experience the pyramids and the desert at sunset with ease on this private tour. Depart from your Cairo accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle and head to the desert in time to catch the sunset. Ride an Arabian horse at sunset and enjoy the views of the pyramids while sipping tea in a Bedouin camp.

Tick off some of ancient Egypt’s most celebrated attractions during this convenient 8-hour private trip from Cairo. Most details are taken care of for you, so you can skip the hassle of planning and focus on taking in the sights. Get a close peek at the world-famous Giza Pyramids, walk through the former capital of ancient Egypt, and pose for a photo in front of the iconic Sphinx. Private hotel pickup is included from Cairo.

Discover some of Egypt’s greatest antiquities on a private Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis day trip from Cairo. With an Egyptologist guide, visit Giza to view the Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and Valley Temple. Then, devote the afternoon to Saqqara and Memphis. BAs this is a private tour, feel free to ask your guide to tailor the itinerary around you. Lunch, snacks, and hotel pickup and drop-off are all included.

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.

Cover three of Egypt’s most iconic attractions during this half-day private tour to Saqqara Pyramids, the Pyramids of Dahshour, and the former capital of ancient Egypt in Memphis. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned vehicle from Cairo, with bottled water and door-to-door hotel transfers provided. Tours are led by an Egyptologist-trained guide and can be customized to suit different preferences.

There are scores of pyramids in Egypt. Experience the nation’s finest without the tour or transport hassles on this private guided tour with hotel pickup. Start at Dahshur, with the Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid. Move on to Saqqara and the Step Pyramid, Egypt’s first pyramid, then enjoy lunch. Finally, tour the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple. Your guide can arrange camel rides or trips inside the pyramids for an additional charge.

Savor the wonders of Ancient Egypt on this sweeping tour of the most exciting ancient landmarks in the area. Be transported into the world of myth and mummies in Giza. Explore the valley temple of Khufu, Khafre's pyramid complex, the king's pyramid at Mentakure and the Great Sphinx while being led by a professional guide. Discover even more photo opportunities at the burial ground at Sakkara and Dahshuor, before visiting Memphis city.

Cairo is packed with iconic attractions—so many, that most travelers miss its more off-the-beaten-track offerings. Visit three unique sights related to the city’s Christian minority during this two-hour private tour. Travel through “Garbage City,” home to Coptic trash collectors, see where the Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared, and visit the cave-dug monastery of Simon the Tanner. Air-conditioned transportation and admission tickets are included.

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.

Even if you’ve only got a day in Cairo, make the absolute most of it on this action-packed private tour that takes in the Giza Pyramids (and the Sphinx), the Egyptian Museum, and the historic Al-Azhar Mosque. Your day includes your own personal Egyptologist to clue you in on the history, a restaurant lunch, a camel ride at the pyramids, and a Nile cruise in a traditional felucca sailboat.

See the major ancient pyramids in and around Cairo in one effortless day on this private tour. Ideal for those fascinated with Egypt’s pharaonic tombs, your explorations start at Sakkara’s Step Pyramid of Djoser, Egypt’s oldest pyramid. Unpack its history, do the same at Dahshur’s Bent and Red Pyramids, and then visit Giza to admire and learn about its three main pyramids and Great Sphinx. Door-to-door transport and an Egyptologist guide are included.

Discover the Saqqara Pyramids, Memphis Museum, and Pyramids of Dahshur on this half-day tour from Cairo. A private experience that’s bookable just for your group, the tour is led by an Egyptologist guide to give you all the background info you need about the pyramids, their architects, and their mythology. On the return journey, you’ll get a bonus stop at a carpet school where local children are taught to weave traditional Egyptian carpets.

Discover two lesser-visited Cairo sites, and come away with a deeper understanding of the city’s culture and history. With a private guide, you’ll visit the Cave Church (St. Simon the Tanner Monastery), which dates back to the 10th century, along with the neighborhood of Manshiyat Nasir, dubbed Cairo’s Garbage City. You’ll see how the community have developed their skills of turning trash into practical treasure, for a smooth recycling operation.

Get a glimpse of daily life in ancient Egypt at Cairo's Pharaonic Village, where you'll find a network of winding canals, actors in period costume, potters, weavers, and more. After your time at the Pharaonic Village, head to the heart of Islamic Cairo to explore the narrow lanes of Khan el-Khalili, whose shops are piled high with colorful scarfs, Egyptian delicacies, and jewelry. Round-trip transport from your Cairo hotel makes this a stress-free outing that's ideal for families.

Egypt’s second city, Alexandria, is packed with history and plenty to see. Choose up to four attractions from the list below on this custom, private door-to-door trip, with an Egyptologist guide to show you around, plus stops at Saint Mark's Cathedral or Mosque of Abu al-Abbas, and enjoy a seafood lunch overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

Cairo has a large Coptic Christian community dating back millennia. With this half-day tour, you'll get to see some of the most interesting Coptic, Jewish, and pre-Christian attractions in Old Cairo, including a pre-Christian fortress, as well as the 3rd-century Coptic hanging Church along with the nearby Ben Ezra Synagogue.