4 Luxury Day Trips in Egypt Worth Booking

1.VIP Luxor Day Tour from Hurghada, Small group the top operator

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 980 reviews · from $130Our pick

Leave Hurghada before dawn for Luxor with driver Ahmed and a professional guide such as Said. Visit Karnak, three Valley of the Kings tombs, Hatshepsut’s temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Expect a long day, a small group of up to 30, buffet lunch, Wi-Fi, snacks, and an optional longer Nile boat ride.

“Had a fantastic time on my recent excursion with Driver Ahmed and Tour Guide Said. Ahmed was an excellent driver, ensuring a safe and comfortable journey and making sure that we arrived before the crowds, number 1, which he was very proud of!!! Said was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture of ancient Egypt. Be prepared for speed walking in the Egyptian heat though and a lot of pestering by locals but all in all I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Egypt 😉”

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2.VIP Day Trip to Cairo by Bus with Top Tour operators

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 739 reviews · from $130

Leave Hurghada before dawn with a driver such as Ahmed, then meet a Cairo guide such as Mamdouh or Shrouq for the Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids, and Sphinx. Lunch, snacks, hotel transfers, and a perfume workshop are included. A Nile boat ride is optional for about €10.

“Really great experience. Ended up only being 4 of us so felt very private and enjoyable. The mini bus is small, but loaded with snacks, free WiFi and Aircon. Ahmed is very welcoming and accommodating. As there weren't too many of us, I manRead more”

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3.Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $35

Set out from Sharm el Sheikh at 8 a.m. for an eight-hour boat day at Ras Mohammed National Park and White Island. You’ll snorkel with guides, see coral and tropical fish, enjoy lunch and drinks onboard, and return with hotel transport. Bring cash for the park fee and rent equipment if needed.

“The snorkeling sites were good and White Island was a good experience. The staff was friendly and looked as if they had a great time. The food was good and plentiful.”

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4.VIP Private Day Tour Giza Pyramids, Memphis and Sakkara Pyramids

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $19Best value

Spend about eight hours exploring Giza, the Great Pyramid, Khafre, Menkaure, the Sphinx, Saqqara, and Memphis. A private Egyptologist guide and private car keep the day flexible. Check the entrance-fee and camel-ride details before booking, since the inclusions are not fully consistent.

“Oh, yes you do want to take this tour! Old Coptic Cairo is fascinating and the churches are beautiful. Our guide was so knowledgeable and our driver knew no fear as he maneuvered his way through the chaos of Cairo. We would take this tour again in a minute.”

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