Western Desert Tours

Luxor contains many of Egypt’s most standout attractions, but its long distance from Cairo makes it tricky to visit as a day trip. During this fast-paced, all-inclusive excursion, you’ll hop a domestic flight to cover the highlights of the southern city in a single day. Enjoy door-to-door transportation from your Cairo or Giza hotel and guided tours of millennia-year-old temples, plus a peek at the famous statue of Ramses the Great.

Go deeper into Egypt’s rich culture and fascinating history on this private half-day excursion, which includes the chance to explore inside the Great Pyramid of Giza (Khufu Pyramid). After pickup from the Cairo address of your choice, join your guide to discover the pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple, then enter the eerie tunnels of the Great Pyramid itself. Upgrade to add a camel ride and/or a local restaurant lunch.

This full-day private tour to Alexandria begins at the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages. Beat the crowds with admission included. Journey to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina where you can examine the history of the region in this major cultural center, located next to the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. Finally, visit the popular Amphitheatre of Alexandria before traveling in comfort back to Cairo.

Get to know the Mediterranean city of Alexandria on this day trip from Cairo. Ideal for those with limited time, this private tour allows you to see all of the city's highlights, including the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Amphitheatre of Alexandria, and Pompey's Pillar, and be back in Cairo by the evening.

A cruise along the Nile River is a must for first-time visitors to Egypt and the famous river is even more spectacular by night. Set sail on this 2-hour evening cruise, tuck into a delicious buffet dinner on-board, and be entertained by live music, belly dancing, and a traditional Tanura show.

Embark on a day tour of Cairo that takes you to the Egyptian Museum (where you can see King Tutankhamun’s golden death mask and more than 120,000 other antiquities); the Saladin Citadel of Cairo, where you can see the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha; and Khan el-Khalili, a bustling market in the center of Islamic Cairo.

Many visitors to Egypt only see the Giza Pyramids, but you can explore some of the less-visited pyramids on this half-day tour to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis. Avoid the hassle of haggling for transport and benefit from an Egyptologist’s expertise as you tour the Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid at Dahshur, and Memphis, once the capital of ancient Egypt. Upgrade to add lunch.

Cruise along the Nile River, from Aswan to Luxor, on this 4-day experience. Glide by ancient riverbanks, with stops to visit sites such as the temples at Kom Ombo and Edfu, and Luxor's celebrated temple complexes of Luxor and Karnak, all with a tour guide by your side to explain local history to you. Your package includes a sunrise hot-air balloon ride, but entrance fees are at your own expense.

Avoid the tourist crowds and gain intimate insight into Egypt’s three most celebrated landmarks on a private tour of the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, with a simple local lunch included. Benefit from your Egyptologist guide’s full attention as you tick off the Big Three in just one day, and enjoy round-trip transfers from your hotel or residence for a hassle-free experience.

Pack more of Upper Egypt into less time when you join this Aswan-Luxor cruise, which includes a motorboat trip to a Nubian village, a hot-air balloon ride over ancient Luxor, and the Abu Simbel Temples. It’s a lively affair, with entertainment every evening, perhaps a belly dance show, a galabia party, a Nubian night, or a disco: please note that entrance to the sites is at your own expense.

See the Cairo skyline after dark on a Nile River dinner cruise, and watch belly dancers and Tanoura performers take the stage as you enjoy a full buffet dinner. This evening tour includes pickup and drop-off at Cairo hotels, and combines dining, dancing, and music for a classic night on the Nile.

Combine modern thrills with ancient wonders during this fast-paced all-terrain vehicle (ATV or quad bike) tour of the Giza Plateau with round-trip transfers from your Giza or Cairo address. Race across vast, sandy expanses at exhilarating speeds, and soak up views over to the iconic Giza Pyramids in the distance. This is a private tour, which means you can select your departure time and the length of your ATV ride.

Tick off some of ancient Egypt’s most celebrated attractions during this convenient half-day trip from Cairo. Most details are taken care of for you, so you can skip the hassle of planning and focus on taking in the sights. Get a close peek at the world-famous Giza Pyramids, walk through the former capital of ancient Egypt, and pose for a photo in front of the iconic Sphinx. Private hotel pickup is included from Cairo.

Get off the beaten track and out into some of Egypt’s most startling natural wonders with a driver who's happy to take pictures for you on this private tour. Start with Lake Qarun and Egypt’s highest waterfalls (Wadi El-Rayan) then progress to the Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan), known for its extraordinary fossils. Your package includes private 2-way hotel transfers: Upgrade to add entry fees and a restaurant lunch.

Cover more top Cairo attractions in less time on a private sightseeing tour that lets you tick off top Egypt attractions—including the Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo, and the city’s old market—on a private tour. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle helps you stay cool and cover more sights in less time, while a private guide gives you undivided attention.

Explore some of Egypt’s most important monuments on this full-day private tour from Cairo or Giza. See the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, the city of Memphis, which was the capital of Old Kingdom Egypt, and the Dahshur and Saqqara burial grounds with their ancient pyramids. Book a transport-only package or upgrade to add a guide, entry fees, and a restaurant lunch.

Skip organizing a complicated itinerary to explore Egypt, and book one convenient package to see Aswan, Abu Simbel, and the Valley of the Kings with ease. This 4-day Nile cruise experience offers hotel transfers, boat accommodation, and trips to the major temples at Edfu, Abu Simbel, and the Valley of the Kings with an Egyptologist guide. An extra highlight includes a hot air balloon ride over Luxor.

Visit the Necropolis of Thebes and the Valley of the Kings on a full-day trip to Luxor from Cairo that includes round-trip flights, all transfers, and guided tours in Luxor. Explore ancient tombs of Egyptian pharaohs, eat lunch at a local restaurant, then walk the Avenue of Sphinxes at the Temple of Karnak. This Luxor tour is a cost-effective way to make the most of your time in Egypt, with an Egyptologist guide to help bring the ancient world to life.

Staying in Cairo needn’t mean missing out on the drama and beauty of Abu Simbel. On this private guided tour, fly from Cairo to Aswan, explore the Temple of Philae, then travel to Abu Simbel and tour the temple complex there. Your Cairo representative will accompany you to and from Cairo airport, while your Aswan guide looks after the southern end of things.

Escape from the hustle of Cairo and relax along the beach in El Ein Sohkna on the Red Sea on this full-day, private tour. Swim, enjoy the sun, or sit in the sand or a beach chair under the shade of an umbrella. Enjoy day use of the 4-star, beachfront Dome Marina Hotel. Snacks throughout the day, lunch, and a Cairo hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore Cairo’s dynamic history on a private day tour. First visit Christian Coptic Cairo—among the most important locations for Christians in Egypt—with stops at churches and a synagogue. Continue to Islamic Cairo, where you’ll have the opportunity to enter three mosques and explore the Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Your package includes round-trip private transfers: Upgrade to add a guide, entry fees, and lunch in a local restaurant or by the Nile.

Experience Cairo’s highlights on a full-day private sightseeing tour to the Egyptian Museum, Cairo Citadel, Alabaster Mosque, and Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich history and vibrant culture as you discover pharaohs’ hoards and take in views from the medieval Citadel. Your package includes 2-way private transfers from Cairo and Giza addresses: Upgrade to add a guide, entry fees, and a local restaurant lunch.

Enjoy a romantic evening on the Nile with this dinner and dance cruise. After a convenient hotel pickup, board your vessel and set sail, catching amazing views of Cairo at night. Feast on a delicious buffet dinner, marvel at live belly dancing and Tanoura performances, and capture memorable photos from the upper deck.