Private Sightseeing Tours in Egypt

Enjoy a half-day exploring some of Coptic Cairo's top sites on this remarkable private tour. Follow an expert Egyptologist through ancient ruins, historic landmarks and top attractions. Learn about history and Coptic Christian culture as you wind through the streets and alleys of Old Cairo. You'll visit Abu Serga, where the holy family sought refuge, as well as the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Santa Barbara and more.

During an extended layover at Cairo International Airport, take a private tour around Egypt's sprawling capital city. Spend time exploring some of the area's most popular attractions. See the Great Pyramid of Giza, the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex; the Great Sphinx, a large half-human, half-lion statue; and the Egyptian Museum, home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiques. Lunch plus an airport pickup and drop-off are included.

Knock out two popular Cairo day trip destinations with one easy-to-book tour on this visit to Saqqara and Memphis. An Egyptologist guide leads you to each destination and provides unparalleled insight into the attractions, which include an alabaster sphinx, colossal statue of Ramses II, and other sites of archaeological importance.

See pyramids, tombs, and art from Egypt's most ancient capital on a full-day, private tour from Cairo to Memphis and Saqqara. Making the trip to Memphis and Saqqara in a private, climate-controlled vehicle ensures a comfortable day of exploring, and with a personal guide, you'll have the flexibility to visit each site at your own pace, without being limited by a group itinerary.

Rewind to the days of ancient Egypt on a private full-day trip to Luxor from Hurghada. Travel from the Red Sea to Luxor, the site of ancient Egypt's capital of Thebes, by air-conditioned minivan, and lose yourself in temples and treasures dating back some 4,000 years. Marvel at Karnak, explore three pharaonic tombs at the Valley of the Kings, and see the Colossi of Memnon and Temple of Hatshepsut, all alongside an informative private Egyptologist guide. Lunch at a Luxor restaurant and hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada are included.

Explore Saqqara, Memphis, and the Giza Plateau on a full-day, private tour that features a traditional Egyptian breakfast, lunch, and dinner. See Egypt's oldest and largest pyramids as you learn about ancient pharaohs and culture, with pickup and drop-off at your Cairo hotel, and all entrance fees included.

Explore three perfect islands on a half-day private speedboat trip from Hurghada and discover the Red Sea's thriving coral reefs, bright fishes and subtropical beaches. Slip into the water at three snorkeling spots or bask on deck; enjoy complementary drinks and snacks as you navigate to Magawish Island, Giftun Island and Abu Minquar, a peaceful getaway fringed with mangrove forests.  

Visit four of Egypt's greatest pyramids on a private day trip to Giza and Saqqara from Cairo, including lunch. With your own Egyptologist guide, head to Giza to see the Great Pyramids, the remaining ancient wonder of the world, and the Sphinx. Learn how and why these massive tombs were built 4,500 years ago; and continue to Saqqara, home to the even older step pyramid of Djoser. Admire the ancient structure and adjoining mortuary temple as your guide shares stories about the pharaoh Djoser and the pyramid's design.

See one of the seven wonders of the ancient world on this guided, private, half-day tour. Marvel at the Great Sphinx, a large half-human, half-lion statue, and the Great Pyramid of Giza, the largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex. Also, take a ride on a camel for a view of more pyramids along the Giza plateau at the edge of the Sahara Desert. All entrance fees plus lunch and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Ride a camel through the pyramids, get an up close look at the iconic Sphinx and spend a day exploring some of Ancient Egypt's top attractions with this private tour from Cairo that includes lunch. You'll uncover the secrets of this diverse and beautiful nation as you wander through history with your expert Egyptologist guide. Whether it's your first time visiting or you're returning for another look, this is the perfect tour for travelers who want to see it all.

Explore the Saladin Citadel and a historic mosque on a private, 3-hour tour with an Egyptian lunch at a neighborhood restaurant. Learn about the history and architecture of the sprawling complex as you walk the medieval fortifications with your guide, and enjoy sweeping views of Cairo from the walls. Hear the story of Ottoman commander Mohamed Ali Pasha while visiting the exquisite, domed mosque he built during his controversial reign. Sample traditional Egyptian cuisine at a nearby restaurant before finishing the tour at your hotel.

A unique blend of cemetery and residential neighborhood, Cairo's City of the Dead is a fascinating place to explore. Visit its shops, tombs, houses, and mausoleums on a 4-hour, private tour for your group of up to 15 people. This guided experience includes round-trip hotel transport, and a trip to the Mosque of Ibn Tulun, one of the oldest mosques in the city.

Dive into old, Islamic Cairo on a private full-day tour, including lunch, dinner and a 'tannoura' whirling dervish show. Exploring by air-conditioned minivan and foot with an expert guide, discover this medieval city-within-a-city, Cairo's oldest quarter, as you hear about its rich history. Visit the Ottoman-style Muhammad Ali Mosque at Saladin's Citadel, and see the Sultan Hassan, Ibn Tulun and other mosques. After lunch, stroll through markets to three of Cairo's medieval gates, and enjoy an Egyptian dinner and hypnotic evening courtyard 'tannoura' show at the Wekalet el Ghouri center.

Travelers with extended layovers in Cairo (between 12 and 16 hours) can make the most of their time in this iconic city by taking this memorable tour that hits all the highlights. Follow an expert guide to the Giza Pyramids, take a camel ride in the Sahara desert, enjoy a local lunch of Egyptian specialties, visit the Bazaar of Khan el Khalili and get an up close look at the Sphinx.

Look beyond the pyramids and pharaohs, and discover the Citadel of Salah el Din, Sultan Hassan and Khan el-Khalili Bazaars.

Visit the City of the Dead and the Alabaster Mosque with a private guide on a 4-hour tour that includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel, entrance fees, and transport in a Wi-Fi equipped minivan. Explore an ancient burial ground filled with mausoleums, mosques, and modern homes, then enter the Citadel of Cairo to see an Ottoman-style mosque commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha.

Experience the beauty of one of the world's oldest wonders not his private tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sakkara from Cairo. Follow your professional Egyptologist through these incredible landmarks and learn about the history, architecture and culture of this mystical place. You'll see the Pyramid of Zoser, the Sphinx and more on this memorable tour that puts Egypt's ancient past at your fingers. 

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Cairo on a private half-day tour of the Ibn Tulun Mosque and the Khan El Khalili Bazaar with a knowledgeable guide. Travel through the city in a luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle to Ahmed Ibn Tulun Mosque, an ancient 9th-century structure famed for its opulent decoration. Browse the fascinating collections of glass and silverware inside the Gayer-Anderson Museum and then feast your senses on the exotic produce sold at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, considered one of the Middle East's greatest markets. Receive undivided attention from your knowledgeable guide on this private tour. 

Egyptian museum and Khan El Khalili

Explore Cairo landmarks and important Islamic sites on an affordable all-day tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel by air-conditioned minivan with an Egypologist guide to Cairo's Islamic Quarter. Check out the Citadel's alabaster mosque, the Egyptian Textile Museum, the city's only remaining ancient gates, the seven-century bazaar of Khan El Khalili, and other historic landmarks on one hassle-free outing. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant included.