Top Middle East & Africa Archaeology Tours - page 5

The Giza Pyramids are about six miles (10 kilometers) from the nearest metro station. Make life easy with this organized small-group tour, including an Egyptologist guide, entrance fees, bottled water, and comfortable hotel transfers. See the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, with free time for a camel ride (additional cost) and a stop at a papyrus institute.

Streamline exploring Egypt’s rich history with this private tour of the Giza pyramids and Great Sphinx. Starting with convenient pickup from your Cairo hotel, relax knowing the day's logistics and organization are all sorted. Enjoy visiting these ancient sites by yourself or with a guide (additional cost), with the option to upgrade your tour to also cover entry fees and lunch for a fully-inclusive experience.

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

Relocated in 1964 to make way for the Aswan High Dam, the Abu Simbel Temples stand proud by the shores of Lake Nasser, about a 3.5-hour drive south of Aswan. Enjoy the comfort of your own private vehicle and no stops to collect other travelers on this private trip, direct from your Aswan hotel or guesthouse. Your package includes a guide to explain everything—upgrade to add entry fees too.

Uncover Abu Dhabi’s cultural gems on a day tour from Dubai, perfect for art and architecture enthusiasts. Stroll through the stunning corridors of the Grand Mosque and explore the treasures of the Louvre Museum, where Islamic design blends with contemporary style. Enjoy a relaxing, scenic ride in air-conditioned comfort, allowing you to focus entirely on the experience ahead. French language tours are also available.

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.

Cairo holds UNESCO World Heritage status for two aspects: its ancient treasures and the medieval splendors of Old Cairo. Experience both in a day on this private tour, which starts at the Egyptian Museum, continues to the Cairo Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, and explores Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church. The entry-level package offers a car and guide; upgrade to add entry fees, or add both entry fees and lunch.

Gaining insight into Dubai’s history and culture can be tricky in the modern metropolis. Learn about Dubai’s journey from traditional village to global city on a city tour, and discover landmarks including Burj al Arab, the Spice Souk, and Burj Khalifa with insights provided by a guide. Explore by foot, boat, and private vehicle for an immersive experience, and save time finding a meeting point with included pickup from your hotel.

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.

Experience the fascinating Valley of the Kings with your own qualified Egyptologist guide on this 4-hour morning private tour from Luxor. After traveling to the West Bank by private, air-conditioned vehicle, explore three of the stunning tombs that were burrowed into the mountains around 4,000 years ago as burial places for the pharaohs. Hear about the different tombs from your informative guide, and then descend underground to see the richly decorated tunnels and chambers of the tombs of rulers such as Ramses III, Ramses XI and Merenptah.

Embark on a day tour of Cairo that takes you to the Egyptian Museum (where you can see King Tutankhamun’s golden death mask and more than 120,000 other antiquities); the Saladin Citadel of Cairo, where you can see the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha; and Khan el-Khalili, a bustling market in the center of Islamic Cairo.

Alexandria is full of fascinating historic attractions, but finding your way between sights can be confusing. This private tour takes you to four spots of your choosing with a private guide to show you around, and provide narration. Options include the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman Amphitheater, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Visit biblical Alexandria on this guided tour. Start at Quitbay Castle, which is on the same site as the Lighthouse of Alexandria. Then explore ancient Roman cemetery at the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa. At the Bibliotheca Alexandrina you'll see statues including depictions of Alexander the Great and Ptolemy the First. Then discover nature at the Stanley Bridge overlooking the ocean before checking out the royal Montazah Gardens.

Make your Egypt holiday special with two full day tours of Cairo. Acquaint yourself with Ancient Egypt's history, explore exquisite tastes at local restaurants and sip tea, coffee, and juices. Our Egyptologist picks you up from the hotel in a comfortable AC vehicle and makes the exploration more fun, meaningful and insightful. Book your spot on this tour and ensure some magical memories.

Cruise along the mighty Nile River between Aswan and Luxor during this 4-day cruise. Climb aboard your vessel which is equipped with air-conditioned cabins, ensuite bathrooms, and a swimming pool. Spend your days exploring ancient Egyptians monuments including the Abu Simbel Temple, Kom Ombo, and Karnak Temple. Enjoy a hassle-free excursion with all meals, private transportation, and private tours included.

Luxor by air is fast becoming as popular as Cairo. One of the main reasons for its popularity is that many tourists do not frequent Luxor as much as Cairo so you can guarantee the trip is more relaxed without the hustle and bustle that takes place especially when visiting Cairo and the airport is certainly not as hectic. it’s one of the trips that we cannot recommend highly enough. Luxor is a city in the Upper (southern) Egypt and the capital of Luxor Governorate. As the site of the Ancient Egyptian city of Thebes (the great capital of Egypt during the New Kingdom), Luxor has frequently been characterized as the "world's greatest open air museum", as the ruins of the temple complexes at Karnak and Luxor stand within the modern city. Immediately opposite, across the River Nile, lie the monuments, temples and tombs on the West Bank Necropolis, which include the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. Thousands of international tourists arrive annually to visit these monuments.

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.

Get acquainted with some of the Egyptian Museum's glittering treasures on a private half-day tour of the iconic cultural institution from Cairo. Alongside a private guide, browse more than 250,000 artifacts that perfectly capture the splendor of ancient Egypt. Marvel at the golden mask, throne, and coffin of King Tutankhamen; behold the royal mummies of the Pharaohs; and see statues created by those who built the pyramids. Receive personalized attention from your private guide and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your Cairo hotel.

DIscover both the east and west banks of the Nile River on a private tour of Luxor that saves you the hassle of arranging accommodation, guides, and admission tickets. Stay cool and relaxed as you travel between top Luxor attractions—such as the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and Queen Hatshepsut Temple—in air-conditioned comfort.

Hit up three of the Cairo area's most important attractions with this private tour. You'll start with the Pyramids of Giza, where you'll enter the Great Pyramid of Khufu, see the Sphinx, and take a short camel ride. You'll then visit the Khan Al-Khalil Bazaar for shopping, followed by lunch and a visit to the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, home to thousands of years of artifacts from the region.

See the highlights of Luxor and its surrounding region with a local guide on this 2-day tour. You'll spend your first day checking out the West Bank of Luxor, with stops at the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatsheput, and the Colossi of Memnon. On your second day, you'll stick to the East Bank, where you'll visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples with your guide.

Visit the Giza Pyramids, Sakkara, Dahshur, and Memphis, without getting overwhelmed trying to fit them into one day, with this private tour. After meeting your guide at your hotel, sit back and relax knowing all the logistics and activities are sorted. Enjoy visiting these ancient sites, along with the Great Sphinx, too.

The Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis are all spread out, making it tough to cover these three ancient sites in a single day on your own. Make the most of limited time during this full-day private excursion, which whisks you around by air-conditioned vehicle. Relax and focus on the sights, with live commentary from an Egyptologist guide. Upgrade to include a camel ride and traditional Egyptian lunch.

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.