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Top 15 Day Trips from Egypt

18 day trips  ·  from $20 a head

The good day trips from egypt fill up first in high season. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb - The minivan ride from Hurghada to Luxor
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Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb

1.Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,366 reviews · 14 hours · from $95Our pick

Travel from Hurghada or Safaga to Luxor in a small group of up to eight. Visit Karnak, Hatshepsut, the Valley of the Kings, Tutankhamun’s tomb, and the Colossi of Memnon, with a guide such as Christine Isaac or Romany Hanna, lunch, hotel transfers, snacks, and drinks included. Some options add Ramses V and VI.

“We had a really good time in Luxor with our guide Romany Hanna, very experienced and knowledgeable guide with a good sense of humour. I would highly recommended this trip with Romany Hanna!!!”

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From Aswan: Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup - The early pickup and long road from Aswan
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From Aswan: Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

2.From Aswan: Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,807 reviews · 10 hours · from $70

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in a shared air-conditioned bus, then explore the colossal temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari. You can book with or without a guide, and guides such as Ahmed Abd Elwahab, Waleed Adnan, Mido, and Mostafa have earned praise for clear explanations. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Hazem & Waleed adnan was impressed with this trip thanks”

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Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane - The Sphinx and the value of a good guide
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Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

3.Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,415 reviews · from $275

You fly from Hurghada to Cairo for a packed day with FTS Travels. A guide such as Ahmed Hassan, Sherif, or Ibrahim leads you through the Egyptian Museum, Giza Plateau, Sphinx, and Khan el-Khalili. Lunch, flights, entry fees, chilled drinks, and hotel transfers are included, with optional pyramid entry, camel rides, Nile cruises, scarves, and photography.

“our guide Ibrahim was very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. the trip was very well organised, the meal at lunchtime was very good and the whole experience was amazing. highly recommended and good value”

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Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip - Giza Plateau and the Great Pyramid of Khufu
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Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip

4.Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,271 reviews · from $93

This 4.7-rated day trip takes you from Hurghada to Cairo by air-conditioned van for the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, lunch, and optional Nile boat ride. Guides such as Sarwat, Ahmed Hassan, Sherif, and Mo are praised for clear explanations and helpful photo tips. Expect a very early start, a long return, and a full day of ancient Egypt.

“Bus was ours for the day so belongings safe on board all day. Driver Emad & Zyad very kind always stopping when we needed facilities and always accompanying us. Cold drinks free all day. Stopped at a lovely clean place for lunch which was included. Food was excellent. Our guides Sarwat & Omar were wonderful. Very knowledgeable. Took us to all the best places. Took great photos!! Didn’t change us extra at any point or want tips. Felt very confident and safe with them all which I needed as was travelling with a child. Great trip *****”

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Hurghada: Orange Bay Day Trip with Water Sports and Lunch - Hotel pickup and the ride to the marina
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Hurghada: Orange Bay Day Trip with Water Sports and Lunch

5.Hurghada: Orange Bay Day Trip with Water Sports and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,746 reviews · from $26

Join FTS Travels for a full-day yacht trip from Hurghada to Orange Bay. You’ll stop at two reef sites, get help from guides such as Hisham, Hesham, Khalid, or Alex, enjoy lunch and drinks aboard, then ride a banana boat or sofa boat before returning.

“Despite experiencing a shaky start to the trip due to anxiety from an overly animated taxi driver and a few close calls on the road, I ended up having an amazing experience. Navigating through boats was a bit challenging for me, especially with my balance issues and the heightened anxiety from the ride. However, once I managed to get past that hurdle, everything turned out to be truly wonderful. The trip itself and the tour guides were fantastic, and visiting Orange Bay was a highlight of the journey. Just a word of advice: it's a good idea to have a watch or phone handy for keeping track of time, as…”

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From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs, Citadel Day Trip with Lunch - Entering Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs
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From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs, Citadel Day Trip with Lunch

6.From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs, Citadel Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,312 reviews · 10 hours · from $87

Spend 10 hours traveling from Cairo to Alexandria with an Egyptologist guide, air-conditioned transport, site admissions, and seafood lunch included. Explore Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs, Serapeum, Pompey’s Pillar, Kom El-Deka’s Roman theater, and Qaitbay Citadel. Guides such as Kholoud, Ayman, Heba, and Manal are praised for vivid explanations and patient pacing.

“really enjoyed the tour to Alexandria , especially our guide Kholoud, one of the best guide I have ever seen more than sharing information about the place she shared lots of insights , stories about that place and taking us to that time when things happened z i had goosebumps in different stories, really appreciate her story telling abilities”

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1-day trip to Cairo with flight from Hurghada / Makadi Bay / Soma Bay / El Gouna - The Egyptian Museum and Tutankhamun’s gold
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1-day trip to Cairo with flight from Hurghada / Makadi Bay / Soma Bay / El Gouna

7.1-day trip to Cairo with flight from Hurghada / Makadi Bay / Soma Bay / El Gouna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,193 reviews · from $185Top rated

Fly from Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay, or El Gouna to Cairo for a tightly packed day with a local guide. Visit the Egyptian Museum and Tutankhamun’s gold, then see Giza’s pyramids and Sphinx. Lunch, hotel transfers, flights, and admission are included, while the Nile boat ride costs extra. Guides such as Fahmi and Ahmed are praised for clear explanations and friendly care.

“We were shuttled in a small comfortable bus through Cairo. Our guide was Fahmi, who cared expertly for all the guests. We did the Egyptian museum first, it was quite crowded, but Fahmi picked a clever way to see the highlights so we never waited more than a few minutes. The Pyramids were great, temperatures hot, but we got enough water (and reminders to „Sunscreen, Sunscreen, Sunscreen“) so we all made it fresh and unburnt. Final touch was a Nile cruise at night. Great lights and perfect to cool off. A wonderful tour thanks to Fahmi and our friendly bus driver.”

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Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo - The Bibliotheca Alexandrina: modern Alexandria first
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Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo

8.Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 991 reviews · from $20Best value

Travel from Cairo to Alexandria by air-conditioned vehicle on a 10 to 12-hour guided day trip. You’ll see the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman catacombs, Pompey’s Pillar area, St. Mark’s Cathedral, Qaitbay Citadel, Montaza Gardens, seaside markets, and major mosques. Guide languages, lunch, and entrance fees depend on the option you book.

“Great tour guide. Minimal stops at "ancient" Egyptian sites. Perhaps I went into this with the wrong expectations. Was expecting to see more ancient sites. But most of the sites were modern”

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Hurghada Day Trip to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum and lunch - Reaching the Giza Plateau after sunrise
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Hurghada Day Trip to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum and lunch

9.Hurghada Day Trip to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 820 reviews · 18 hours · from $93

Leave Hurghada around 2 AM for Cairo with an air-conditioned vehicle, an Egyptologist guide, lunch, and entry to the Giza Plateau and Egyptian Museum. Walk around the Great Pyramid, see the Sphinx and Valley Temple, then spend about two hours with ancient Egyptian artifacts. Guides may include Ahmed, Bassant, Ehab, Michael, or Ayman.

“The tour was wonderful and very interesting. Our guide, Ayman Fawzy, provided us with plenty of information and fascinating details about each site we visited — it was really great to have him with us. By the end of the day, we couldn’t visit the souk due to time constraints. Given how long the rest of the visits take (even with a quick lunch), I’m not sure it’s really feasible anyway — this part might need some adjustment. The trip is quite long, running from 1 a.m. to 11 p.m., but it’s absolutely worth it.”

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Luxor: Abu Simbel Temple Private Guided Day Trip with Lunch - The early pickup from Luxor
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Luxor: Abu Simbel Temple Private Guided Day Trip with Lunch

10.Luxor: Abu Simbel Temple Private Guided Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 546 reviews · 15 hours · from $148

Travel from Luxor to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car, meet your guide at the temple, and explore the colossal statues and inner chambers. English guiding is included, with French, German, Spanish, and Arabic options available. Lunch in Aswan, hotel transfers, entry, and driver service are covered for $148 per person.

“Ahmed Ashraf was very good in explaining the site. He is very knowledgeable. Rami is a very good driver and very good in his service. I loved the entire tour. I would recommend this tour.”

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Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car - Starting from Cairo or Giza
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Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car

11.Day-Trip to Alexandria from Cairo by Private Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 480 reviews · from $30

Travel from Cairo or Giza to Alexandria in a private air-conditioned car with hotel pickup, bottled water, and a local guide. Visit Kom el Shoqafa Catacombs, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Qaitbay Citadel, the Roman Amphitheatre, and Abu al-Abbas Mosque. Guides such as Sherry, Heba, and Nazreem have been praised for clear explanations, but sightseeing time can feel short.

“The historical sites and the knowledge of our tour guide. Beautiful view of the coast line. Citadel was amazing.”

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Hurghada: Valley of Kings Hatshepsut & Karnak Luxor Day Trip - Three tombs inside the Valley of the Kings
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Hurghada: Valley of Kings Hatshepsut & Karnak Luxor Day Trip

12.Hurghada: Valley of Kings Hatshepsut & Karnak Luxor Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 375 reviews · 15 hours · from $99

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor in a small group of up to 13, with an Egyptologist guide, snacks, water, lunch, and entry tickets included. You’ll visit three royal tombs, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak. Guides such as Huda, Mahmoud, Ismail, and Monica have been praised for clear explanations and friendly care.

“All you want for a tripp like this one. A good, friendly and organised guide with a great value for your money.”

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Best Private Day Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan - The three-hour drive from Aswan
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Best Private Day Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan

13.Best Private Day Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 235 reviews · 9 hours · from $145

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car, with a guide such as Samir, Zak, or Mostafa explaining the temples on the way. You’ll visit the great Temple of Ramesses II and the smaller Temple of Nefertari, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, and return to Aswan the same day.

“It was the best way to end our trip in Egypt! Daria our guide & Shico our driver made this day super comfortable, full of information and smiles. Thank you so much!❤️”

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Private Tour: Day Trip to the Pyramids and Sphinx from Cairo - Starting at the Pyramids of Giza
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Private Tour: Day Trip to the Pyramids and Sphinx from Cairo

14.Private Tour: Day Trip to the Pyramids and Sphinx from Cairo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · from $42

Spend four to five hours at Giza with a private Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, the Sphinx, and enjoy hotel pickup from selected Cairo areas. An Egyptian lunch and 20-minute camel ride are available with the all-inclusive option.

“Very good tour. Our guide, Heba, was very Nice and carefull and explain all things very well. Our driver, Gazafi, was very kind too.”

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Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour from Aswan - Walking through the village for a short visit
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Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour from Aswan

15.Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour from Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $20

You’ll leave your Aswan hotel at 10:00 a.m. for a private two-hour visit to Nubian Village, traveling by motor boat and camel. Expect village views, a short guided visit, photo stops, and round-trip transport. Pickup from Gharb Soheil, the island, Nagaa al-Mahatta, or New Aswan costs an extra $10 per person.

“El traslado en barca excelente, solo por ello merece la pena.”

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