15 Day Trips in Egypt Worth the Early Start

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 an air-conditioned minivan with a guide, lunch, snacks, and entry fees included. Visit Karnak, Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Tutankhamun’s tomb if booked, and the Colossi of Memnon. Guides include Christine Isaac, Romany Hanna, Karam, and Smiley.

“It was a long day but all the sites were very nice! Karam was a great tour guide. Transport was good.”

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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 an air-conditioned group bus, arriving early for time at Ramesses II’s great temple and Nefertari’s smaller sanctuary. Choose a guide or explore independently, with pickup and drop-off included from Aswan accommodation. Guides such as Waleed Adnan, Ahmed Abd Elwahab, and Mido are praised for clear explanations.

“Waleed adnan Aswan tour guide Malak Aziz Nice tours colege We had a really great time ! Thank you for the transportation for the organization and for all the detailed explanations. Hope to have more visits with you !”

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

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

Fly from Hurghada to Cairo for a long but rewarding day at the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, and Khan el-Khalili. Guides such as Ahmed Hassan, Sherif, Ibrahim, and Ahmed Wahib are praised for clear explanations, good pacing, and help in the heat. Optional camel rides, pyramid entry, photos, and Nile cruises add cost.

“Excellent day trip, guide was great. Details for arrival at airport before flight could be better”

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

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

Leave Hurghada before dawn for Giza and Cairo in an air-conditioned van. Your Egyptologist guide, such as Sarwat, Ahmed Hassan, or Sherif, leads you through the pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, with lunch and optional Nile boat ride included.

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

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

Join FTS Travels from Hurghada for a morning-to-late-afternoon yacht trip to Orange Bay. You’ll snorkel at two reef sites, eat lunch aboard, ride a banana boat or sofa boat, and get help from guides such as Hisham, Khalid, and Alex.

“Everything was fine. Just maybe more time on Orange bay.”

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

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

Travel from Cairo to Alexandria with an Egyptologist guide, visiting Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs, Serapeum, Pompey’s Pillar, Kom El-Deka’s Roman theater, Qaitbay Citadel, and the Library of Alexandria from outside. A seafood lunch and air-conditioned transport are included.

“Amazing day trip in Alexandria. Driver and guide were both fantastic. Also we had a great seafood lunch.”

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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 packed day at the Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Nile, and possibly Khan el-Khalili. Guides such as Fahmi, Fahme, Ahmed, and Farmy are praised for clear explanations and careful group handling.

“We were picked up right on time outside our hotel. He made us feel comfortable and explained the process at the airport. 1hr flight was smooth sailing. Landed to meet our tour guide right outside. Our driver and guide were amazing start to finish! Farmy (I think that’s how you spell it) told us our itinerary & was knowledgeable. He told us facts about Cairo as we drove through. We arrived at the pyramids and didn’t queue! We were told facts and shown around the pyramids and yes we avoided being pestered/ scammed! (We were quite worried about this) we then headed to a perfume shop. Lovely people and lovely…”

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8.From Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,186 reviews · from $293

Fly from Hurghada to Cairo for a full day with an Egyptologist guide. Visit Giza, the Sphinx, Valley Temple, Egyptian Museum, and Khan el-Khalili, with lunch and transfers included. Guides such as Ahmed Hassan, Reem, and Sherif are praised for clear explanations and thoughtful care.

“Great experience - very nice staff (guide and driver - thank you Mo 🙂), very good transport by 8ppl minivan and very precise timing. We strongly recommend.”

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9.Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo

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

Travel from Cairo to Alexandria for a full day of ancient, Islamic, and modern sights. An Egyptologist guide leads you to the catacombs, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman ruins, Qaitbay, Montaza Gardens, churches, mosques, and the corniche. Expect 10 to 12 hours, round-trip pickup, and a busy schedule.

“Our trip to Alexandria was a blast, Mohamed was a great guide. Very friendly and with lots of knowledge, he guided us through the city and told us the unknown stories of different places. He answered with no hesitation to all the questions we had, always with a big smile on his face. The lunch was also great, at a restaurant with a wonderful sea view. We totally recommend this tour with him!”

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10.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, Egyptologist guide, lunch, and entry tickets. See the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley Temple, and Egyptian Museum. Guides such as Ehab, Bassant, Ayman, and Ahmed are praised for clear storytelling and personal care.

“The trip was great! Our guide Ahmed was fantastic – straightforward and to the point. I wholeheartedly recommend it! 💕💕💕”

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

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

Leave Luxor before dawn for Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car. Meet a local guide such as Mustafa, Hani, or Ahmed Ashraf at the temple, see Ramses II and Nefertari’s temples, enjoy lunch, and return the same day. The drive is long, but private transport and flexible stops help.

“The tour was very well organised to get me from Luxor to Abu Simbel, which is a 500km journey one way. The driver did well as did the guide Ahmed Achraf who was very knowledgeable.”

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12.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 the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Qaitbay Citadel, Roman Amphitheatre, and Abu al-Abbas Mosque. Expect about three hours each way.

“Alexandria was very nice to see and the drive was long but comfortable. Our guide Samira was friendly and knowledgeable and she explained a lot about the history of the city. The resturants and food was great with a choice of fish and chicken. I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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

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

Join a small group of up to 13 for a 15-hour journey from Hurghada to Luxor. An Egyptologist guide leads you through the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple, with lunch, snacks, water, and a short Nile ferry ride included.

“Huda was an excellent tour guide in Luxor! Very knowledgeable about Valley of Kings, Karnak Temple and Hatshepsut Temple, explained everything clearly and made the history interesting. The driver was very safe, punctual, and the car was clean and comfortable. The whole trip was well organised and stress-free. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Luxor.”

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14.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, then explore the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari with a local guide. Guides such as Samir, Zak, and Mustapha explain the carvings before you enter, helping you make the most of your time in the heat.

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

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

Spend four to five hours with a private guide and driver at the Pyramids of Giza, Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure, and the Sphinx. Guides such as Heba, Manar, and Sabry are praised for clear history lessons, family-friendly pacing, and help with photos and local bargaining.

“To enjoy the Pyramids trip now you have to wear a sport shoes and sportive spirit. Sphinx is waiting for you also Ancient Solar Boat Museum is a must to be visited. Chose the best Egyptologist or be in touch with me I would recommend you one of the best Egyptologists I know.”

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