Egypt. The land of the ancients. One of the early great civilizations of the world. There's just so much history to see and breathe here. Every nook, every cranny presents something new, the atmosphere rich with antiquity. A trip to this beautiful land is sure to leave you mesmerized and speechless, presenting a journey like no other. This private day excursion takes you to some of the key highlights around Cairo, one of the most happening cities in the country. Of course, pyramids are included!!
Pick Up
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, Giza or Cairo International Airport then drive the downtown of Cairo where is The Egyptian Museum.
Visit the Egyptian Museum
You will start the tour by visiting the world- famous Egyptian Museum. The museum, spanning two floors, houses a vast 120,000 masterpieces from different eras and periods in Egyptian history. The most popular exhibits are that of treasures relating to the Pharaonic kings and queens, such as the child king Tutankhamen and the room of mummies. In the latter, visitors can learn more about mummification art in ancient Egypt.
Discover the Nile by Felucca " Optional "
After your visit to the Egyptian museum, you will have the chance to relax and float on a Felucca (small motor boat) on a trip along the longest river in the world. Here you can take time to absorb the panoramic views of the city in the summer breeze.
Stop for Lunch
Next we will take a break to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in a restaurant with wonderful views of the Nile. Drinks are not included.
Visit Pyramids & Sphinx
After lunch, we will cross the Nile and travel to Giza to the ancient pyramids, constructed in around 2560 BC. Renowned as one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world, it will be hard not to stare in amazement on your arrival at the pyramids and ask: ‘How were they built? And why?’ Don’t worry – all of our guides are qualified Egyptologists and will be happy to guide you and answer all of your questions. There will be the option at this point in the tour to go inside one of the three ancient pyramids.
After that we will walk down to the edge of the plateau to King Kafra Valley where you can take your first glimpse of the Great Sphinx and its temple. The Great Sphinx of Giza is a mythological creature, formed of a human head and the body of a lion which standing at over 20 meters high 73 metres long is a magnificent sight to behold.
Shopping
Our final stop of about one hour will be for shopping. Here you will have the chance to buy authentic and traditional Egyptian souvenirs and gifts produced by local craftspeople. We will spend time at the Papyrus Institute, where you will be given a demonstration on how this famous paper is made and where you will also have the chance to purchase papyrus art. We will also visit a perfume shop, where you can shop for Arabian scents and beautifully decorated perfume bottles.
Drive Back
At the end of the day our guide will transfer you back to your hotel or to the airport to catch your flight.
Our guide will pickup you from your hotel at 10:00 am to start your half day Tour to Giza Zoo.
Giza Zoo overlooks Cairo University; it has five gates on all sides, and was built in 80 acres of land. Inside the zoo there are over 130 species of mammals, birds and reptiles. Most of the greenery in the zoo is because of rare plants, and the gorgeous grottoes.
Other than playing host to a number of animals, the zoo also has an animal museum, an animal experimental center and an animal behavioral study institute. Not to mention that the zoo works on saving endangered animals through breeding and then relocating the animals to their original habitats.
Some of the animals you can find here are baboons, chimpanzees, lions, leopards, jackals, kangaroos, sea lions, and bears. Also many breeds of birds can be found like vultures, pelicans, cockatoos, emus, flamingos, and sacred ibises. You can also find reptiles such as crocodiles, alligators, and cobras.
In 2010, the Zoo had new arrivals, three orangutans (Teetee, Fatouta, Bangu), Bonnet Macaques, Rhesus Macaque, Pigtail Macaque, and Patas monkey. Also, baby animals were born this year including a beautiful American black bear named Lola.
Theres also the touching story of Muzas survival. She is a beautiful chimp, who arrived to the Zoo in April 2010 exhausted and with several tumors. A team of zoo vets took good care of her, and successfully removed the two tumors from her neck and chest
To have a nice day at the zoo with the animals, you have to come prepared. Our advice would be that you make sure when you visit the Giza Zoo that there is someone else to walk its long streets with you. There is power in numbers; almost everything is more fun with other people to enjoy it with you.
The best time to visit would be in the early mornings between the months of October and January (during national holidays the number of people there can get overwhelming). Its much less crowded and you can actually enjoy the day with cooler weather. There are plenty of benches and seating areas around.
At 14:00 we transfer you back to your hotel.
We had a fantastic trip to Egypt. I am a single mum with a 10 and 12 year old. We were in a very small group with just one other family and we had a brilliant time. Mohammed, the group leader was amazing. He was so knowledgeable and fun and made everything run smoothly, even the bits that didn’t (don’t expect the train to be on time, however flashy the new station). He was fantastic with the kids and generous with his experience of all aspects of Egyptian life.
The trip is pretty full on but there is downtime built in. We love Egypt and will definitely go back. We’ll also definitely do another holiday with explore. For me, being on my own with the kids, the group meant I got some downtime and everything being so well organised meant I felt like I got a holiday as well! As an added bonus it was no more expensive to have two rooms at the hotels!
Would totally recommend.
ExplorerActive and outdoor
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train, Home-stay
Age Range
7-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Safaga, Red Sea, Aswan, A
Cairo, Safaga, Red Sea, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Valley Of The Kings
From the ‘Land of the Pharaohs’ to the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea, this immersive 19-day tour through Egypt and Jordan is awash with highlights. Lose yourself in sun-kissed Cairo, be dazzled by the grandeur of ancient Egypt, cruise down the iconic Nile River, and explore the fascinating cities of Alexandria, Aswan and Luxor. Fly to Jordan and discover the sweeping desert and echoing formations of Wadi Rum, the hand-hewn facades of Petra and the ancient Roman ruins at Jerash. This is a Middle Eastern odyssey to remember.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Amman, Luxor, Aqaba, Wadi
Cairo, Amman, Luxor, Aqaba, Wadi Rum, Petra, Alexandria, Aswan, Nile
This full-day tour to Giza Pyramids, Old Cairo, Saladin Citadel and Bazaar starts at 8:00 am.
You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo by our expert tour guide and then you will be transferred to Giza City by Private A/C Vehicle to start your day tour.
You can visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos. Next is the Valley Temple where you can get a close-up look at the Sphinx - a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren.
Then visiting the Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is sill felt.
This, and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon, is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. There you will also be able to visit and enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Lunch is included in between visits at Local Restaurant Based on Full Meal for each Person but Beverages are not included
Then visit The Citadel Of Saladin where you visit Mohamed Ali Mosque that is also known as The Alabaster Mosque.
End your day tour by a visit to Khan El Khalili Bazaars. Shops in this district are legendary for fine brass ware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques.
At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel.
Step into the ancient world of Egypt and discover the Great Pyramids. Experience the captivating chaos of Cairo, spend 3 nights gently floating down the river Nile in a traditional river cruise boat and have the chance to embark on a Red Sea cruise. A trip to Egypt with Contiki will ensure you have a trip to remember.
This trip is perfect if you want to really smash out Europe, safely experience Egypt and if you haven’t travelled much. We got to see so many amazing places and now I have a great idea of where I would go back to. Yes it is very fast paced and you wont do everything you want to but you do 95% of the main attractions of each place and you have people to share the experiences with. You will 100% make friends on these trips if you solo traveler :)
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel, Resort, Guest House
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, London, Amsterdam, French
Paris, London, Amsterdam, French Riviera, Venice, Florence, Rome, Athens, Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Red Sea, Kavala, Eceabat, Istanbul, Swiss Alps, Black Sea Region, Bucharest, Transylvania, Budapest, Salzburg, Tyrol, Munich, Prague, Berlin, Beaujolais, Barcelona
At 7:00 am you are picked-up from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor by our guide and transferred to Abydos city by private A/C vehicle.
Abydos city is about 420 km to the south of Cairo in Sohag Government, and 135 km from Luxor. We drive north from Luxor for a day to see two of the most complete temples in Egypt.
We arrive in Abydos and start the day tour discovering the ancient sites. First we visit the Abydos Temple, dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian god of the underworld. The paintings of the Gods and Pharaohs on the walls of the Osiris Temple at Abydos are among the most beautifully preserved in Egypt.
Then we continue to visit the Temple of Hathor - goddess of love and joy. The temple is located in Dendara, which is 135 km north of Luxor.
Temple of Hathor at Dendara may be the best preserved in Egypt with full color still visible on its walls. The ancient Egyptians believed that the Lord of the underworld is buried there. The temple was built by King Seti I, and completed by King Ramsess II, known as temple of Seti I.
At the end of the Tour around 17:00 pm transfer back to the hotel in Luxor .
The performance of Al Tannoura Egyptian Heritage Dance Troupe at Wekalet El Ghoury starts At 18:00 pm.
We pick you up from your hotel by our representative and transfer you to The Al-Tannoura show that takes place at Wekalet El Ghoury every Saturday, Monday and Wednesday.
Wekalet El Ghouri is an architecturally stunning arts center in El Azhar area in Central Cairo, operating under the Ministry of Culture and the Cultural Development Fund (CDF).
Since finalizing restorations to the Wekalet in October 2005, it has become a hot-spot for organizing cultural events. The most popular being the bi-weekly El Tannoura dance performance.
The performance is similar to the more commonly known whirling dervishes; however this version of the indigenous dance incorporates instruments and other additional elements.
After the show is finished we transfer you back to your hotel.
Available only on Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays.
Our half day tour to Giza Pyramids by Camel starts with pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Then you will be transferred to Giza Pyramids in a private limousine or van.
Upon your arrival to Giza Pyramids, you get on the camel and start your tour to Giza Pyramids and get back to the ancient history. You will be accompanied by an expert tour guide who will explain all historical points related to Giza Pyramids and sites around.
Unlike most camel tours in Egypt you will have a very unique entrance to the desert that does not require you to travel through the busy streets full of cars and crowded with people.
Instead you will experience the pure untouched desert. You will see The Great Pyramids of Giza,The Sphinx and the Valley Temple. This tour gives you a different feel when visiting Giza Pyramids, you feel like you are taking a time machine that is taking you hundreds of years back.
All camels we deal with are kept in good condition and are very well looked after and you will be accompanied by a cameler who will stay the whole trip near you to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable trip.
Our camels spend years in training and will cater to all experience levels, also beginners and first-timers.
All our tours are private, whether you are one person or a large group, you will not be mixed with another groups. All tours are accompanied by one of our expert tour guides and a groom to ensure that you will have a pleasant time in the desert.
After the tour, we will transfer you back to your hotel.
Get ready to see extraordinary world wonders, jaw-dropping landscapes, and fascinating temples with this tour of Egypt! You will spend several nights staying in your luxurious floating hotel on the Sonesta St. George 1 Cruise Ship, as you escape into a world of distinguished upscale hospitality and personalized service sailing down the Nile, with a few extra nights staying in a lavishly appointed room in St. Regis Cairo, a 5-star hotel by the Nile, known for its state-of-the-art facilities. Your journey will begin in Cairo, the capital city of Egypt and the cultural hub of the Arab world. Visit the Great Pyramids and see the Sphinx of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. From there, board your flight to Aswan and embark on a relaxing three-night cruise on the Nile, the longest river in the world, stretching 6,650 kilometers in length. Bask in the beauty of the Philae Temple, built to worship the Goddess Isis, and discover the fascinating historic sites of Kom Ombo, including the tombs of the Theban rulers, ancient kings, and queens of several dynasties. Continue your journey to see the Temple of Edfu — the best-preserved ancient temple in Egypt. Next, you will board your flight to Luxor, known for its tantalizing tombs, towering temples, and legendary landmarks. Finally, you will make your way back to Cairo before your small-group tour to Egypt comes to an end!
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers