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.
“Ahmed was an excellent guide with in depth historic knowledge. It would have been nice to have longer but it's a large site and very tiring.”
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.
“Our guide Osama gave this tour a lot of energy. Helped us get really good photos. And provided us with really interesting information. Really recommend it”
Half-day small-group guided tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with hotel pickup, Egyptologist explanations, and optional entry tickets.
“Saber was such a great guide. He made me feel really safe and comfortable as a solo traveller and nothing was too much for him. He literally bent over backwards to get me good photos, and didn’t stop working from the moment I was picked up to the moment I was droRead more”
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.
“It was faboulous. The guide Omar is really excellent!!! Professional, with a lot of knowledge and perfect timings. He is really smazing. We learn a lot with him. The driver Bilal as well, such a good person. I am really happy with this experience thanks to both of them!!!! I really highly tecommend it. The…”
Small-group church tour in Cairo: Coptic Cairo highlights, the 7th-century Hanging Church, and the Cave Church in Mokattam Hills.
“A fascinating tour of Coptic churches in Cairo along with an opportunity to learn more about the history of Christianity in Egypt. Our guide was terrific.”
Sail to Philae Temple by boat, meet an expert English-speaking guide, and learn how UNESCO rescued this Isis sanctuary from rising waters.
“My tour guided, Mahmoud is nicely and helpful. He was clearly explained the history of Philae temples with good passion. Very recommend it”
Private 5-hour tour from Cairo to Dahshur, Saqqara and Memphis: Bent and Red Pyramids, Djoser’s step pyramid, plus transfers.
“Excellent tour! I got to enter the pyramids and see how they were built. The tour guide and driver were knowledgeable and friendly. They were on time and explained what I was seeing so we’ll.”
Private 3-hour Giza Pyramids and Sphinx tour with hotel pickup, an Egyptologist guide, and photo time. Pyramid interior optional at extra cost.
“Firstly, my booking with Viator was at the last moment just 10 hours before the schedule and I really really appreciate your super fast response in arranging a guide immediately in the morning as we did not have much time in Cairo. In terms of the cost, I would say it was very expensive for…”
A 4-hour private Cairo market tour with local bazaars, bargaining coaching, Khan el-Khalili sights, and a kushari lunch for $35.
“Omar and Atiya were fantastic and we had a great 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.
“I like the pace of the visits with our guide first taking us around each temple and explaining, then giving us time to explore and take photos. This was the same at both Karnak and Luxor temples.”
Private half-day from Luxor to Dendera Temple for Hathor and the zodiac ceiling. A/C pickup, licensed guide, admission included.
“Transfer was comfortable and fast. The guide spoke very good Spanish. The explanation was short but focused on the peculiar things you could see only in the Dendera temple.”
Half-day Giza tour with an Egyptologist guide: Great Pyramid of Khufu, Chephren’s Sphinx, and Valley Temple—hotel pickup included.
“This was a great morning activity in Cairo. We were picked up at our hotel and driven to the pyramids with our guide who told us all about the history of the site. It was good fun. One thing I thought worth flagging is that this cost is JUST the driver and tour guide. When…”
Private 4-hour Giza tour with an Egyptologist: Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple, hotel pickup, skip-the-line entry.
“Unfortunately guide failed to show on Monday but guide on Tuesday more than made up for it”
