Top Cairo Historical Tours

Make the most of even limited time in Egypt on an activity-packed full-day tour of Cairo, the ideal choice for first-time visitors on a time budget. You’ll benefit from the insider knowledge of an Egyptologist guide as you travel between top Cairo attractions such as the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum in air-conditioned comfort. Plus, an included camel ride and lunch make for a seamless experience.

Experience Cairo’s very best on a private, full-day tour that takes in ancient sites, artifacts, and a bustling bazaar. 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.

Explore the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, then visit Tahrir Square and Khan Khalili Bazaar on a full-day tour that takes in Cairo’s remarkable antiquities and modern life. See Egypt’s most iconic monuments on the Giza Plateau and visit the Valley Temple; pause for lunch at a local restaurant then get a glimpse of more recent history at the square that saw the ‘Arab Spring. ’ Discover the pharaohs’ gleaming treasures at the country’s leading museum and browse for souvenirs and spices at Cairo’s most vibrant souk. 

Experience ancient Egypt first-hand on a private tour from Cairo or Giza to the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, and Saqqara. Walk alongside your guide as you visit a trio of pyramids and the Valley Temple, then visit the ancient and mysterious sphinx. See a pyramid that transformed Egyptian architecture at the Saqqara necropolis, then explore the remains of a great city that once ruled Lower Egypt. 

Go beyond the most visited sites and see the Dahshur pyramids, Memphis, and Sakkara. In the company of an Egyptologist guide, explore an ancient city and two of its necropolises. See Djoser’s distinctive step pyramid and the ‘Bent’ and ‘Red’ Pyramids at Dahshur; stand beneath the millennia-old colossus of Ramses II, and follow the footsteps of pharaohs as you explore an open-air museum of statues and ruined palaces.

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. Behold Saqqara’s age-old Step Pyramid of Zoser and scour the ruins of ancient Memphis, including its fallen statue of Ramses II. As 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.

Rewind to ancient Egypt with this full-day private tour to Giza, Sakkara and Memphis. With your own Egyptologist guide, admire the magnificent pyramids at Giza. After learning about these age-old tombs and the Sphinx, leave Cairo to see the Sakkara pyramid, an extraordinary stepped tomb known as Egypt’s oldest pyramid. Lastly, continue to Memphis to discover the UNESCO-listed ruins of ancient Egypt’s capital, including a giant statue of Ramses II. Enjoy a flexible itinerary on this private tour, and upgrade to include lunch and entry to Giza’s Solar Boat Museum.

Explore Cairo and cruise the Nile from Aswan to Luxor on this private 7-night tour. See the Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum in Cairo, and then fly to Aswan for your 3-night cruise to Luxor. Visit temples on route and in Luxor, take a West Bank tour. Later, fly back to Cairo for a day free or optional Alexandria tour (additional cost). Includes domestic flights, full-board cruise, and choice of 4- or 5-star Cairo accommodation.

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.

Visit Cairo’s essential historic destinations on a full-day tour with an experienced guide. Browse the vast collections at the Egyptian Museum, and learn the stories behind the royal mummies, gilded masks and exquisite artifacts, including Tutankhamun's treasures. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant then explore the Coptic and Jewish landmarks of old Cairo, from the crypt below Abu Serga to the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Finish your tour in Cairo’s vibrant present, browsing the bright displays of handicrafts, perfumes and souvenirs at Khan El Khalili bazaar.

Get up close to the major pyramids of Dahshur, Saqqara and Giza on this private 2-day tour, led by a qualified Egyptologist. Then see the sights of Cairo, including the antiquities of the Egyptian Museum, atmospheric mosques and churches in the Citadel, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. You’ll dine in a restaurant overlooking the Great Sphinx of Giza and ride a camel on the Giza plateau; watch a light and sound show; and join a Nile dinner cruise featuring belly dance and whirling dervishes.

Savor the timeless experience that is a Nile cruise as you sail from Aswan to Luxor on an indulgent ship with on board swimming pool. Feast on breakfast, lunch, dinner—and even afternoon tea—as you discover ancient Egypt’s highlights. Professional Egyptology are on hand as you visit the temples of abu simbel, Philae,high dam, Kom Ombo, Edfu, valley of the kings,Hatsheput,clossi of memnon, and Karnak. Cruise the Nile with overnights in Aswan, Edfu, and Luxor. Learn about ancient Egypt from professional Egyptology guide. Enjoy a full-board feast, a swimming pool, and ample on board entertainment. train tickets,meals and all transfers are included. door to door transfer from and to your hotel. valley of the kings and so much more with an Egyptology guide. visit the great abu simbel temples. touch the great culture in luxor and Aswan

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, and air-conditioned transport are included, your Cairo accommodation is not included on this tour.

Visit the rock temples of Abu Simbel with an Egyptologist guide and enjoy a personalized visit on a shared tour from Aswan. Learn about the lives of the pharaohs, and benefit from some time to see original documents from the relocation project. Explore the best temples ever for King Ramses and his wife Nefertari Marvel the most amazing scenes inside the temples See the stunning rocks temples of Abu Simbel on the banks of Lake Nasser Led by a qualified Egyptologist Comprehensive tour by bus/coach

Traveling to Cairo without seeing the Great Pyramids of Giza and infamous Sphinx is like traveling to Paris without making a stop at the Eiffel Tower. Experience the best of this incredible and ancient city on a private tour of Cairo. Follow your own Egyptologist through all the highlights and enjoy personalized attention as your tour the city’s most iconic destinations. The flexibility of a private tour means you can decide how much time to spend at each of the sites, insuring a truly memorable experience.

Staying in Cairo needn’t mean missing out on Egypt’s other ancient capital—Luxor. On this private tour, fly from Cairo to Luxor for the day, and visit the key highlights: the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahary, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Temple of Karnak. Along the way, get personalized insights into ancient Egypt from your private guide.

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.

See Egypt with different eyes. Enjoy the main highlights of Luxor. Enjoy the main highlights of Aswan. Visit the fabulous temples of abu simbel. Valley of the Kings and so much more with an Egyptology guide. Take it easy with door-to-door transfers to and from Cairo international airport. Visit the most ancient temples in whole the world. Touch the great Egyptian culture in luxor and Aswan. Experience the great Egyptian river Nile by sailing Nile cruise. Experience the hot air balloon the life trip in luxor. Visit the great and famous 3 pyramids in Giza. Enjoy a worry-free excursion with all accommodation, transportation, and most meals taken care of. Stop at the Abu Simbel, Komombo,Hatsheput, Karnak and Edfu temples; and learn about Egyptian history and culture. Feast on buffet lunches, dinners, and breakfasts on board a 5-star ship. Open your eyes you are in Egypt the land of the great civilization.

Skip the expense of flying and travel south for a Nile cruise in style. Exploring with a guide in a group capped at just 12 travelers, catch the sleeper train to Aswan, then join a 5-star ship for a full-board cruise. See the signature sights of Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor with a guide—please note, entrance fees are not included. Finally, take the sleeper back from Luxor.

Discover one of the world’s ancient wonders on a private tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Learn about the rich history of ancient Egypt from your tour guide as you explore the 4,500-year-old structures either on foot or by camel ride—at an additional cost. After getting your fill of Egyptian history, shop for souvenirs at the local bazaars with your guide to complete your tour.

Visit two of southern Egypt’s most important cities and their historic monuments during this overnight tour from Cairo. See key monuments such as the Temple of Isis on Philae Island, the great Abu Simbel Temple, the Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Learn about the fascinating history of ancient Egypt from your guide and enjoy breakfast, overnight accommodation, and round-trip flights included in the tour.

See some of Egypt’s lesser-known pyramids on a private day trip from Cairo. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, hear about the ancient pharaohs and their burial grounds from your guide as you journey south to the necropolis of Dahshur. View the Red Pyramid and extraordinary Bent Pyramid here, and then explore the ruins of Memphis, once Egypt’s capital. Inspect the broken relics, columns and giant fallen statue of Ramses II, before continuing to Saqqara. Here, see the famous Step Pyramid of Zoser, Egypt’s oldest stone structure, before returning to Cairo.

Explore Upper Egypt’s ancient landmarks on an overnight tour, with flights included, from Cairo. After hotel pickup from Cairo or Giza City, catch a plane to Aswan and embark on your adventure by private air-conditioned vehicle. Visit temples at Abu Simbel, Aswan, Luxor, and West Bank. Enjoy lunch, accommodations at Basama Aswan Hotel, and an insider’s view from a professional guide—all included in one convenient package.

Waft along the fabled River Nile in time-honored Egyptian style on a private 60-minute ‘felucca’ boat ride in Cairo. Settle aboard a comfortable, white-sailed ‘felucca’ with an on-board Egyptologist guide, and bask in the pleasant breezes as you drift by Cairo’s skyscrapers, waterfront promenades and bridges. As you sail, enjoy informative commentary from your guide and lap up the overwhelming peace and calm, far from the city’s bustle and noise. Choose from several departure times to suit your schedule.