EGYPT
Egypt's classics.
The 15 most popular half-day tours in Egypt. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you pay before you book.
A fast, guided half-day from Cairo to Giza: Khufu’s pyramid, the Sphinx, and great photo spots, with hotel pickup and an Egyptologist.
“I enjoyed it so much, Samaa was very helpful and also kind and funny! She told us a lot about a history and explained everything we asked. It wasn’t just a sightseeing, now I feel like an understand the history.”
Half-day Giza Pyramids and Sphinx tour from Cairo or Giza with air-conditioned transport, guide photos, and entry fees included for about four hours.
“We had an amazing tour of the Pyramids of Giza, thanks to our fantastic guide, Aladdin. The pick-up was very punctual, and on the way, Aladdin even got us coffee and water. Aladdin was friendly, funny, and told us many interesting details about the pyramids and Egyptian history. He is also a great photographer. He…”
Half-day small-group guided tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with hotel pickup, Egyptologist explanations, and optional entry tickets.
“The tour was very well organized. Basant the tour guide was very considerate to every ones needs and made sure everyone was very well looked after. She even assisted in arranging an uber ride for me”
Private 5-hour tour of Old Cairo and Khan el-Khalili: Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and churches, plus bazaar shopping.
“Mr Hassam and Mr Ahmed were brilliant both as the tour and our driver respectfully. From the beginning, I was introduced to the many facts of Cairo and Egyptian History, with swift transport from a convenient location. Taught Arabic words to get my by and of the rich culture in the city, I had an…”
Private half-day to Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx from Cairo or Giza: A/C transfers, entry fees, a guide, and pro photos.
“Really patient and nice tour guide! Very insightful tour.”
Small-group church tour in Cairo: Coptic Cairo highlights, the 7th-century Hanging Church, and the Cave Church in Mokattam Hills.
“The entire tour was fascinating! From the church sug into a mountain, garbage town and the downtown Coptic Churches. Our guide, Ahmed, gave us a thorough understanding of orthodox Christianity in Egypt”
Sail to Philae Temple by boat, meet an expert English-speaking guide, and learn how UNESCO rescued this Isis sanctuary from rising waters.
“Had a really nice time, and guide was knowledgeable and told us lots of interesting facts”
Private 5-hour tour from Cairo to Dahshur, Saqqara and Memphis: Bent and Red Pyramids, Djoser’s step pyramid, plus transfers.
“Everything was perfect! Hamed, my driver, was on time and picked me up at the right location. He was very kind and helpful throughout the day and speaks good English. I had a great time and managed to visit all the places I wanted to, while taking my time. Saqqara and DRead more”
Private 3-hour Giza Pyramids and Sphinx tour with hotel pickup, an Egyptologist guide, and photo time. Pyramid interior optional at extra cost.
“The tour guide was very rushed and didn't explain anything. Was always on her mobile phone and left us to our own devices even though this was a private, guided tour.”
A 4-hour private Cairo market tour with local bazaars, bargaining coaching, Khan el-Khalili sights, and a kushari lunch for $35.
“I highly recommend! Mahran our guide made exploring the market both stress-free and enjoyable. He listened to our need, helped us find the items we were looking for, took pictures of us, and even introduced us to an authentic Egyptian restaurant. My friend and I had a fantastic time!”
Private half-day Karnak and Luxor temples tour with an Egyptologist, lunch, and hotel pickup; entrance tickets are extra.
“Asma Saber has been very patient with me to explain what is a very long period of history at both Karnak and Luxor temples. There is a lot to learn here but I have enjoyed the day and Asma's company.”
Private 4-hour Luxor tour to Karnak and Luxor Temples with an Egyptologist guide, lunch, and East Bank pickup and drop-off.
“Tour was great. Guide was knowledgeable, responsive, flexible, supportive, and communicated well. The two temples visited are stunning, each in their own way, and our early start got us in and out of the sites just as the masses of tourists arrived by bus load from elsewhere. I declined the visit-this-shop-no-need-to-buy-anything option, and this was…”
Private half-day from Luxor to Dendera Temple for Hathor and the zodiac ceiling. A/C pickup, licensed guide, admission included.
“If you have a chance, take it to visit this magnificent temple. This tour justified all of our expectations. Our tour guide Mahmoud was amazing and exceptional and made our experience even better.”
Half-day Giza tour with an Egyptologist guide: Great Pyramid of Khufu, Chephren’s Sphinx, and Valley Temple—hotel pickup included.
“Mohamed Rauf was our English language guide. He was excellent guide with depth of knowledge. We do very much enjoyed our tour with him. He was very friendly and helped us in taking memorable photos of the Pyramids. Since we were vegetarian he guided us how to select the local food. As per his suggestion…”
Private 4-hour Giza tour with an Egyptologist: Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple, hotel pickup, skip-the-line entry.
“The tour was amazing and much more than could be expected. Our guide Mr. Abo was fantastic and took us through the Pyramids and told us the history of Egypt. Mr. Abo assigned himself to be the photographer in the trip which was extremely pleasant for us and he new all the right moves where…”
