Top Cairo Half-day Tours

Experience Egypt’s iconic pyramids by riding a camel across the Giza Plateau on this half-day tour from Cairo with an Egyptologist guide. Take in the most important sites, from the three pyramids to the Great Sphinx, Valley Temple, and Solar Boat Museum, then pause for a classic Egyptian lunch in a nearby restaurant. Enjoy the chance to explore at your own pace, with a personal guide that tailors the itinerary to your interests.

See the magnificent religious architecture of Old Cairo on a 4-hour, private tour that takes the stress out of navigating Cairo’s chaotic streets. Visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, the Citadel of Saladin, and the Alabaster Mosque without the hassle of finding a series of taxis between destinations, and a flexible departure time means the tour can be tailored to your schedule.

Go beyond the most visited sites and see the Dahshur pyramids, Memphis, and Sakkara. In the company of an Egyptologist guide, explore an ancient city and two of its necropolises. See Djoser’s distinctive step pyramid and the ‘Bent’ and ‘Red’ Pyramids at Dahshur; stand beneath the millennia-old colossus of Ramses II, and follow the footsteps of pharaohs as you explore an open-air museum of statues and ruined palaces.

As per Chosen time Pickup from your Hotel in Cairo to Start your shopping tour today in old downtown markets then move to El Ghorya market, a very typical Egyptian market in the pretty Fatimid Cairo. Walk in the wonderful Gamalia Street, near El Azhar mosque and Khan El Khalili.Then proceed to Bab Zuwayla traditional area, Bab al-Fatah, and Bab el Nasr. Your next stop is El Mosky, a very crowded Egyptian market that has everything. Move to Khan el Khalili, it’s the oldest and the Middle and most prestigious, Khan el-Khalili was built over the tombs of the Fatimid caliphs, Journey inside the Khan El Khalili, Khan el-Khalili features oriels overlooking the street, and many public water fountains from copper, and narrow alleys of the neighborhood and very crowded, there Bakhan many traders and many of the goods.

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.

Step into an ancient Egyptian landscape with a half-day, private tour of the pyramids at Giza and the Great Sphinx from Cairo. Enjoy the flexibility of a personal tour guide and private car as you explore the iconic sites, and hear stories about the kings, priests and workers who built the pyramids.

Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt on this 4-hour private tour. Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza—Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus—and learn about the history of these ancient monuments. Listen to informative commentary about Egypt’s fascinating history from your guide as you visit the Valley Temple and the Great Sphinx. Snap photos of these ancient monuments and absorb the history during this private tour.

See some of Egypt’s lesser-known pyramids on a private day trip from Cairo. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, hear about the ancient pharaohs and their burial grounds from your guide as you journey south to the necropolis of Dahshur. View the Red Pyramid and extraordinary Bent Pyramid here, and then explore the ruins of Memphis, once Egypt’s capital. Inspect the broken relics, columns and giant fallen statue of Ramses II, before continuing to Saqqara. Here, see the famous Step Pyramid of Zoser, Egypt’s oldest stone structure, before returning to Cairo.

Extending your sightseeing from Cairo to see the ancient sites outside it is difficult independently, with cabs providing the only realistic option but leaving you guide-less once there. This private half-day tour fills the gap: taking you to Saqqara’s Step Pyramid and relics, and Egypt’s ancient capital of Memphis in one convenient trip. Plus, you get your own qualified Egyptologist guide for detail on the treasures, plus a snack lunch.

Visit the Egyptian Museum with an Egyptologist on a half-day tour from Cairo, and discover artifacts, treasures and the world’s most significant collection of pharaonic antiquities. Begin and end the excursion at your hotel, and walk alongside your guide as you travel through the country’s remarkable past. See Tutankhamun’s burial mask and the mummy of Hatshepsut, and the gems, statues and supplies that ancient Egypt’s rulers collected for the afterlife. 

Our guided tour help you to get back to the time of Pharaohs and our expert tour guided will be more than happy to share with you the History of ancient Egypt & keep you away from the street vendors. Not only that but taking you to the secrets spots where see the gold treasures of King Tut.

Save vacation time in Cairo by booking for this private half-day Giza quad biking adventure in advance. Prebook to secure your preferred time and date, and travel by private air-conditioned minivan to the Giza Plateau. Then, hop on your bike and after instructions, zoom across the sands and dunes, churning up dust against a backdrop of Giza’s pyramids. Equipment is provided, as is a choice of time slots for flexibility.

Rewind to ancient Egypt with this full-day private tour to Giza, Sakkara and Memphis. With your own Egyptologist guide, admire the magnificent pyramids at Giza. After learning about these age-old tombs and the Sphinx, leave Cairo to see the Sakkara pyramid, an extraordinary stepped tomb known as Egypt’s oldest pyramid. Lastly, continue to Memphis to discover the UNESCO-listed ruins of ancient Egypt’s capital, including a giant statue of Ramses II. Enjoy a flexible itinerary on this private tour, and upgrade to include lunch and entry to Giza’s Solar Boat Museum.

Time-limited travelers can tick off Giza’s top sights on a private half-day tour, taking advantage of round-trip transfer from Giza or Cairo hotels to access the site with ease. Benefit from your personal guide’s explanations and insights as you explore the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, then enjoy a complimentary camel ride for an alternative perspective of the ancient complex.

This dynamic tour gives travelers a chance to explore more than just the pharaohs and pyramids that make Egypt famous. Visit the Citadel of Salah el Din, the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, and Sultan Hassan Mosque on this private tour that showcases the rich culture and history of this diverse nation.

Celebrate an evening in Cairo with a glittering 2-hour dinner cruise along the River Nile, with round-trip private hotel transfers. Travel to the riverside by private, air-conditioned minivan, and step aboard an elegant cruise boat, festooned in beautiful lights. Soak up the soft breezes and Cairo’s bright lights from the top deck as you glide by illuminated skyscrapers, bridges, mosques and other landmarks. Then, sit down to a delicious buffet dinner as you enjoy a colorful programme of folkloric entertainment, from sequinned belly dancing shows to whirling ‘tanoura’ shows.

starts At 8:00 am with Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By Emo Tours guide to Start your Giza Full Day Tour Visiting Giza Pyramids where you Visit the Great Pyramids Of Giza - Cheops ,Chephren & Mykerinos  Also it`s the same place where you Can have a close-up look at the Sphinx  Then Continue your day tour to Sakkara, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for king Zoser), Then continue your day tour to Memphis City that was the ancient capital of Egypt, At the end of the Tour, you will be transferred back to your Hotel

Watch the Cairo skyline light up after dark on a 2-hour dinner cruise of the Nile with two remarkable dance performances. Enjoy the convenience of a private hotel transfer as you travel to the port, then enjoy a sumptuous Egyptian meal on deck. Watch belly dancers and Tannoura performers bring their traditions to life with a mesmerizing blend of twirling skirts and sensuous movements. Listen to live music from an Egyptian band and take in stunning views of the city at night while palm trees and glittering skyscrapers drift past.

Without a guide to shoo away the street hustlers, downtown Cairo can be an oppressive experience. Discover the city at its best on this private door-to-door adventure to Old Cairo. First, immerse in Cairo’s multicultural heritage at the ancient Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Next, explore its medieval Islamic glories at the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque.

Discover the Saqqara Pyramids, Memphis Museum, and Pyramids of Dahshur on this half-day tour from Cairo. A private experience that’s bookable just for your group, the tour is led by an Egyptologist guide to give you all the background info you need about the pyramids, their architects, and their mythology. On the return journey, you’ll get a bonus stop at a carpet school where local children are taught to weave traditional Egyptian carpets.

Don't miss the chance to visit the Pyramids of Giza complex if you're in Cairo on this tour that includes hotel transport for an easy way to see these ancient structures and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by a guide, you can marvel at the three pyramids from the outside: the Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu), Khafre's Pyramid, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. You also have the option to take a camel ride, if you wish, plus stop to see the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Please note, entrance fees are at your own expense if you wish to go inside the pyramids.

Set sail for Gezira el-Mozh, Luxor's “Banana Island,” aboard a traditional felucca sailboat. Once you reach the island, your captain will take you on a walk around the island, where you'll get to take in the natural beauty before sitting down for lunch or dinner at a local restaurant, before sailing back to Luxor.

Get up close to the major pyramids of Dahshur, Saqqara and Giza on this private 2-day tour, led by a qualified Egyptologist. Then see the sights of Cairo, including the antiquities of the Egyptian Museum, atmospheric mosques and churches in the Citadel, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. You’ll dine in a restaurant overlooking the Great Sphinx of Giza and ride a camel on the Giza plateau; watch a light and sound show; and join a Nile dinner cruise featuring belly dance and whirling dervishes.

Discover some of Egypt’s greatest antiquities on a private Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis day trip from Cairo. With an Egyptologist guide, visit Giza to view the pyramids, Great Sphinx, and Valley Temple. Then, devote the afternoon to Saqqara and Memphis. Behold Saqqara’s age-old Step Pyramid of Zoser and scour the ruins of ancient Memphis, including its fallen statue of Ramses II. As this is a private tour, feel free to ask your guide to tailor the itinerary around you. Lunch, snacks, and hotel pickup and drop-off are all included.