Top Egypt Unique Experiences - page 2

Visit the most important pyramids and archaeological sites in the Cairo area with this private day tour. You'll set out in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to visit the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Saqqara Pyramids, and the Bent and Red Pyramids of Dashur, with an Egyptologist guide to lead the way.

Immerse yourself in Egyptian history without the hassle of figuring out logistics on a private day trip from Cairo that introduces you to some of the country’s most important historic sites, including Saqqara, Memphis, and the Pyramids of Giza. Learn about the history and purpose of pyramids and temples as you explore the past with an Egyptologist guide.

Make the most of spare time between flights with this Giza Pyramids and Sphinx tour. Meet your Egyptologist guide at the airport, and travel by air-conditioned minivan to Giza as your guide points out Cairo’s highlights on route. Ogle the three mighty pyramids on the Giza Plateau, enjoy a camel ride, and see the Great Sphinx and ancient Valley Temple ruins. After lunch at a local restaurant, ride back to the airport in time for your departure flight.

Experience Egypt’s rich culture and history on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, marvel at the Great Pyramids and Sphinx and learn their ancient stories from an informative guide. Admire the tomb of Kagemni and the causeway of Unas at Saqqara, visit the ancient capital of Memphis, and finish the day with a relaxing felucca ride on the great Nile River.

Visit a traditional community on the banks of the Nile River on a 4-hour Nubian village excursion from Aswan by motorboat. See Soheil Island and the Aswan Dam from the water, then learn about local culture by meeting a Nubian family. This 4-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at your Aswan hotel, and departures are available throughout the day.

Visit the famous Pyramids of the Fayum on this full-day, private tour from Cairo. See the Hawara, El Lahun, and Meidum pyramids with an Egyptologist guide. Learn about the evolution of building pyramids in Egypt, a process that enabled the Giza pyramid complex. All entrance fees, plus lunch at a local restaurant, bottled water, and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

To fully experience the beauty of the Red Sea, you have to spend time underwater. Anyone from beginners to experienced divers can explore the reef off Hurghada on this guided diving tour. Stop at two spots to dive, with provided equipment, under the watch of professional instructors. Break for an onboard buffet lunch in between and time to relax afterwards. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Please note national park fees are payable on the day.

Witness Egypt’s greatest and oldest pyramids on a full-day trip from Cairo, including an Egyptian lunch. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan with an informative Egyptologist guide, visit the Great Pyramids, Sphinx and mummification Valley Temple at the Giza Plateau. Behold the three world-famous pyramids as you learn how and why they were built some 4,500 years ago. Continue to Sakkara to view Egypt’s oldest pyramid, the stepped stone tomb of the Pharaoh Djoser. Before returning to Cairo, stop at Dahshur to wonder at the strange-yet-beautiful Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid.

Visiting the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx is a highlight of exploring Cairo, but the aggressive tactics of local guides and touts can make it a stressful place to arrive on your own. Explore the ancient site hassle-free on a half-day, private tour that includes a camel ride, and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transport from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

See the best of Ancient Egypt at a pace set by you on a private sightseeing tour that covers top attractions such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. You’ll cover more sights in less time as you travel in air-conditioned comfort, and will see Cairo from a different perspective during a horse-and-carriage ride. Plus, you’ll benefit from the undivided attention of your private guide.

It is time to experience sandboarding. Visiting the lake of Qaroon, the valley of Rayan and the waterfall. You will experience baking the local Egyptian bread for the first time. Then enjoy the vibe of the green fields there. You will have a unique and delicious real local Egyptian lunch cooked by local farmers at Tunis village.

Delight in a full-day adventure, exploring the stunning wonders of Giza Pyramids, Sakkara, Dahshur Pyramids, and the historic city of Memphis. View the magnificent Sakkara step pyramid, the very first pyramid ever constructed. Discover the Dahshur, where the very concept of a true pyramid was born. Prepare to be enchanted by the mystical Sphinx and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the Valley Temple. And don't forget to pay your respects to the ancient capital of Memphis.

Spend a full day visiting Luxor's most important ancient sites with this full-day tour. Your guide will pick you up either at the airport or at your hotel and take you out to see highlights such as the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Karnak Temple Complex, with a stop for an included lunch along the way.

Visit Saqqara and Dahshur with an Egyptologist guide or head out to the ancient sites with just a driver. Either way, you'll get round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and plenty of time to explore the 28 pyramids at Saqqara, the Pyramids of Dashour, and the Imhotep Museum.

Go diving on your Hurghada vacation, and discover two impressive dive sites near the city’s coast. With an instructor, you’ll hear tips for safe underwater adventure at each site, and then dive beneath the surface of the sea to check out the marine life. An onboard lunch is an included perk.

Take in aerial views of Luxor and its iconic landmarks on this private 45-minute hot air balloon flight. Your pilot/guide will be dedicated to just you and your private party; you'll be able to ask questions and listen to commentary tailored to your interests. All transportation to and from the launch site is included for a door-to-door experience.

Add a cultural experience to your Aswan adventures, and visit a rural village to learn about the Nubian people and their traditions. You’ll visit a private home to sip coffee or tea from the ladies who live in the village, and enjoy a barbecue dinner as the sun goes down. Besides the opportunity to socialize with the local community, the experience gives you chance to live some of Egypt’s authentic culture.

Trace the fortunes of ancient Egypt on this sightseeing tour from Cairo. Visit tombs and pyramids used by the pharaohs with your guide, and follow in the footsteps of Egypt’s powerful rulers at the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the Great Pyramid of Cheops, and the Sphinx. Gaze over the mighty pyramids from the Giza Plateau, and explore the Sahara Desert by camelback.

To learn what made ancient Egypt tick, book this private tour, with 2-way transfers direct from your door. After an introduction to Egyptian history, tour the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx—with a close-up look inside Queen Hetepheres’ pyramid. Stop at a papyrus workshop to see how ancient Egyptians made paper, then visit Saqqara, with its step pyramid, and Memphis, where the pharaohs ruled. Entrance fees are at your own expense.

Mystic Mt. Sinai and the ancient St. Catherine’s Monastery are a UNESCO World Heritage Site but with no public transit your only option is a tour. This small-group door-to-door adventure leaves in the evening so you can climb the mountain at night with your Bedouin guide then watch the sunrise roll across the rugged desert. You’ll explore the monastery in the morning.

Plunge into the ancient history of Egypt on a private full-day tour to Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur from Cairo. Alongside a qualified Egyptologist, you’ll gaze at the Great Pyramid of Giza and stare at the step pyramids of Saqqara. Then, behold the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid in Dahshur while listening to history-rich commentary. Receive undivided attention from your private guide and enjoy round-trip transportation from your Cairo hotel.

Avoid crowds and enjoy a more personalized experience with this private tour to the Pyramids of Giza, Dashur, and Memphis. In the company of an Egyptologist guide, learn about the history and mysteries of these world-famous sites and enjoy a camel ride around the pyramids.

The perfect introduction for first-time visitors, this jam-packed private tour takes you through all the standout sights in Luxor. Get detailed commentary and background from your own personal Egyptologist guide as you visit monuments in the Valley of Queens, the West Bank of Luxor, and ancient Thebes. Tick off all the sights without skimping on comfort, and enjoy hotel transfers in an air-conditioned private car.

One of Egypt’s ancient capitals, Memphis, is a short drive south of Cairo. Rather than joining one of the popular coach tours and sticking to a rigid tour schedule with a guide reading from a script, take in this UNESCO World Heritage Site at your own speed and with personalized attention from your guide. Spend the entire day exploring Memphis and the nearby Dahshur necropolis on this private tour without worrying about waiting for your group or rushing to the next location.