All Egypt Tours & Excursions in 2026

High-quality outfitters offer a variety of entertaining and educational tours in Egypt. Here are a few that past visitors say are tops:

• Tour to Giza Pyramids and The Egyptian Museum
• Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor Egypt with Transfers Included
• Sindbad Submarines - Hurghada (Egypt) - 2 Hours
• VIP All Inclusive Best of the Best Giza Pyramids, Sakkara, Memphis
• Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Bazaar

Yes, guided tours in Egypt are definitely worth it. On expert-led excursions, you can leave the driving to someone else and efficiently tour some of the country’s most important landmarks, including the Pyramids and the Great Sphinx. Visiting museums, bazaars, and other key attractions is so much easier when you’re accompanied by someone who speaks the local language and knows local customs.

Per one customer who booked the Tour to Giza Pyramids and The Egyptian Museum, “This worked out great. Picked up at our hotel, off to Giza to see the pyramids, great lunch at a rest overlooking the city, then to the museum. Our guide was outstanding. She had a 4-year degree in touring, 17 years as a guide, and reads hieroglyphics. She knows and shared so much history! Highly recommend these folks.”

The cost of Egypt tours varies, depending on the amount of time for the tour and how many intricate details are involved. Simple excursions—such as museum entry tickets, semi-submarine trips, and shopping outings—can cost US$10 or less. On the other hand, multi-night Nile cruises can cost US$5,000 or more. In between, you’ll find city sightseeing tours, trips to the pyramids, and even hot-air balloon rides for around US$100.

For an experience that’s both affordable and adventurous, try this Snorkeling Day Trip to White Island and Ras Mohamed From Sharm (from US$30 per person), which includes snorkeling equipment and onboard lunch. Meanwhile, private boat tours such as the Full-Day Boat Charter Rental in Sharm El Sheikh start at US$3,000 per group, but that price tag gets you a fully customizable experience, free drinks, two meals, and speedboat jaunts to outer reefs and snorkeling sites.

Egypt tours feature once-in-a-lifetime activities, such as riding a camel, cruising the Nile in a traditional felucca, and snapping selfies in front of the Great Pyramid. Other activities you can experience on Egypt tours include riding hot-air balloons, scuba diving in the Red Sea, and driving all-terrain vehicles in the desert.

Consider a multi-day Egypt tour to pack in as many sights and activities as possible. For example, this Siwa Oasis Tour All-Inclusive 3-Day Experience From Cairo and Giza tour lets you float in the salty waters of Lake Siwa, hike to the top of the Mountain of the Dead, visit the Temple of Amun, and more.

Plan to spend at least 7–10 days in Egypt. That will give you time to enjoy an evening cruise on the Nile, sample Egyptian favorites on a food tour, and see the iconic Great Pyramid and the Sphinx. You might also explore centuries of history at Cairo’s Egyptian Museum and at the temples of Luxor. The Valley of the Kings and Aswan are other key areas to consider visiting.

The best month to visit Egypt is October, when temperatures are cooler after the sultry summer season. You’ll also find fewer crowds in October than in the peak tourist season that runs between November and February.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Egypt:

• Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities)
• Valley of the Kings
• Ras Mohammed National Park
• Hurghada Marina
• Giza Pyramids

View Viator’s guide to all the best attractions in Egypt.

There are tons of great day trips that let you explore the different towns and regions of Egypt. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Day Trip to Cairo by Bus From Sharm el Sheikh
• Day Trip to Petra by Ferry From Sharm el Sheikh
• Tour to Cairo and the Pyramids From El Gouna by A/C Vehicle
• Guided Tour to Luxor Highlights From El Gouna
• Pyramids of Giza and Cairo Day Tour by Bus From Sharm el Sheikh

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You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Egypt. Here are some of the best Egypt activities under US$45:

• Day Trip to Cairo by Bus From Sharm el Sheikh
• Luxor Private Tour to the East and West Banks of the Nile
• Pyramids of Giza and Cairo Day Tour by Bus From Sharm el Sheikh
• Hurghada: Jeep Safari, Camel Ride, and Bedouin Village Tour
• From Hurghada: Day Trip to Valley of the Kings in Luxor

It’s no secret that Egypt is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Hot-Air Balloon Ride in Luxor, Egypt, With Transfers Included
• Sindbad Submarines - Hurghada (Egypt) - Two Hours
• Sharm El Sheikh: White Island and Ras Mohamed Cruise Adventure
• Hurghada: Orange Bay, Snorkeling, Watersports, Lunch, and Drinks
• PADI Open Water Diver Course

View all of Viator’s top outdoor activities in Egypt.

According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Egypt:

• Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities)
• Hurghada Grand Aquarium
• Tomb of Tutankhamun
• Alexandria National Museum
• Colossus of Ramses II at Memphis

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Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Egypt. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Private Romantic Dinner on the Nile
• VIP Private Effective Nile River Dinner Cruise in Cairo
• Cairo: Nile Dinner Cruise With Show and Shared Transfer
• Luxury Private Felucca on the Nile With Lunch
• Turkish Hammam With Full Body Massage Treatment From Hurghada

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Egypt has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Dolphin Tour and Banana Boat Fun With Snorkeling From Hurghada
• Dolphin Tour Banana Boat From Soma/Sahl Hasheesh/Makadi/Safaga
• Private Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx With Camel Ride
• Private Guided Family Tour to the Pharaonic Village in Cairo
• Makadi Water World Aqua Park With Lunch and Transfer - Hurghada

View all of Viator’s top family-friendly tours in Egypt.