Historical Tours & Trips in Egypt
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- Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 Days (5 Stars)
- Unraveling History on a Dahabiya Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
- Egypt History and Nature 8 Days, 7 Nights Tour Package
- Best of Egypt
- Footsteps Of The Pharaohs - Included Internal Flights
- Egypt Highlights
- Wonders of the Pharaohs
- 8 Days Nile Jewel, Cairo & Nile Cruise (Superior Hotels)
- 11-Day Cairo, Nile Cruise, Abu Simbel, Dendarah, Abydos & Alexandria
- Pyramids & Nile Cruise - Domestic Flights Included
Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 Days (5 Stars)
146 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Egypt is fantastic. The tour was very good, and the hotels in Cairo and Luxor were great.”
Oliver, traveled in March
The ancient Egyptian history comes alive from the Pyramids to Philae Temple and Valley of the Kings. Expert Egyptologists rated 4.8/5 illuminate stories at each UNESCO site, with luxury stays at Winter Palace Luxor and a 3-night Nile cruise providing refined comfort.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel, Luxor, Esna, Valley of the Kings, Dendera Age Range 1 to 88 year olds Operator Holiday In Egypt From $1,999
50% Off- US$1,000You save $999
Ancient Pharaonic treasures await at Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Queen Hatshepsut's temple. Expert Egyptologists unveil ancient mysteries from Luxor to Aswan. The UNESCO-listed Philae Temple reveals its secrets through comprehensive historical context.
Duration 6 days Destinations Luxor, Esna, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Aswan Age Range 4 to 90 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Russian Operator Nilvison Egypt Tours From
50% Off- US$1,600
The Valley of Kings and Queens holds millennia of history. Marvel at Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and Karnak Temple complex. Old Cairo's religious heritage shines through the Hanging Church and Jewish Synagogue, with expert Egyptologist insights throughout.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range 4 to 65 year olds Operated in English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish Operator Your Egypt Tours From $1,999
15% Off- US$1,699You save $299
Best of Egypt
263 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I am in love with Egypt.”
Barbara, traveled in October
Egypt's 5000-year history emerges at the Great Pyramid of Giza, Valley of the Kings, and Karnak Temple. Expert Egyptologists illuminate hidden hieroglyphs and architectural secrets while sharing insights about ancient Egyptian civilization.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Aswan, Luxor Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $1,399
15% Off- US$1,189You save $209
Footsteps Of The Pharaohs - Included Internal Flights
176 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Saw so many of the ancient historical tombs and temples and learnt so much as well. A fantastic tour for those interested ancient Egyptian civilization.”
KC, traveled in January
Seven thousand years of Egyptian history await at UNESCO sites including the Step Pyramid of Djoser, Valley of Kings, and Abu Simbel temples. Expert Egyptologists unveil ancient secrets at the Egyptian Museum, Karnak Temple Complex, and Greco-Roman ruins of Alexandria.
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Saqqarah, Giza, Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Alexandria Age Range 3 to 75 year olds Operator Getaways Egypt From $2,300
50% Off- US$1,150You save $1,150
Egypt Highlights
203 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was well planned and everything in the itinerary happened as planned. We would highly recommend booking with Timeless Tours.”
Michael, traveled in April
Egyptian history spans millennia with expert guides at the Great Pyramids, Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, and Egyptian Museum. Ancient tombs reveal their secrets as qualified Egyptologists decipher hieroglyphs and share stories behind iconic monuments.
Duration 14 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range 16 to 80 year olds Operator Timeless Tours From $1,763
27% Off- US$1,287You save $476
Wonders of the Pharaohs
78 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent itinerary, and Timeless Tours provided a service that I am not sure everyone offers.”
Kirsten, traveled in July
Five thousand years of history stretch from Cairo's Egyptian Museum to Luxor's Valley of the Kings. Expert guides illuminate secrets of Karnak Temple, Philae Temple, and Abu Simbel. The Great Pyramids and lesser-known Step Pyramid at Saqqara complete this historical panorama.
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range 6 to 75 year olds Operator Timeless Tours From $1,666
27% Off- US$1,217You save $449
8 Days Nile Jewel, Cairo & Nile Cruise (Superior Hotels)
60 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Nile cruise was a dream with stunning views. We had such a great time and can't wait to return.”
Chelsea, traveled in August
Ancient Egypt's rich history unfolds at the Great Pyramids, Valley of the Kings, and Karnak Temple Complex. Expert Egyptologists rated 4.9/5 bring historical sites to life during your Nile cruise aboard premium MS Chateau Lafayette and stay at luxurious Steigenberger El Tahrir.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Esna, Valley of the Kings Age Range 6 to 78 year olds Operator Vacations to go travel From $2,150
50% Off- US$1,075You save $1,075
11-Day Cairo, Nile Cruise, Abu Simbel, Dendarah, Abydos & Alexandria
38 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The best part was our tour guides: knowledgeable, friendly, professional and expert on Egypt.”
Jacqueline, traveled in January
Ancient wonders of Egypt come alive with expert historians. UNESCO sites like Giza Pyramids, Abu Simbel temples, and Valley of Kings reveal their secrets. Hidden gems include Dendera Temple and Memphis ruins, complemented by luxury Steigenberger stays and traditional dining.
Duration 11 days Destinations Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Dendera, Abydos, Alexandria Age Range 8 to 74 year olds Operator Vacations to go travel From $3,750
30% Off- US$2,625You save $1,125
Pyramids & Nile Cruise - Domestic Flights Included
166 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour of Giza pyramids was really enjoyable. The Nile cruise was incredible.”
Ingrida, traveled in February
Seven thousand years of Egyptian civilization unfold with expert guides at Giza's pyramids, the Egyptian Museum's Tutankhamun treasures, and Luxor's Valley of Kings. A Nile cruise visits Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, and Karnak while staying in 4+ star comfort.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Luxor, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu Age Range 19 to 75 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Beyond The Nile Tours From $1,150
45% Off- US$633You save $517
What people love about Historical Tours in Egypt
- Historic Horizons - Egypt 8 Days (5 Stars)
DO NOT HESITATE - our tour guide was amazing - this is the 2nd tour we have done with him - would not use anyone else - if your a travel agent you can send your clients with no concerns - he does it all - if your just booking on your own - you can be sure that your trip will be amazing and everything is top notch!
- Egypt Highlights
Great value for money as our tour included all entrance fees and flights. Accomodation quality was high but we would have preferred to stay in the city especially in Cairo. Tour wasn't really small group - approx 40 people. We travelled with two young kids and there were some very early starts - 3am were annoying especially as they didn't seem necessary. Also lunches were left til very late like 2-3pm - which we didn't know would happen which made it harder. Tour guides were good and fellow travellers really made the tour great!
- Wonders of the Pharaohs
My Mum and I have wanted to visit the amazing country of Egypt for many years and have finally had the chance we can now tick it off our bucket list. To be honest we have put it off for a number of years due to the bad media however we decided just to go! Egypt is SAFE we were there 10days and everything was fine we felt safe the entire trip. Just like any where in the world you just have to be aware not afraid. We did our trip with Timeless Tours Egypt and were able to see everything we wanted to see such as Alexandira Cairo - Grand Pyramids of Giza Aswan - The mind blowing Abu Simbel Cruzing down the Grand Nile on a ship which was an incredible way to see the breath taking sunsets and sit back relax on the Nile. There was sooo much food!! Beautiful food!!! There is the option to take a traditional Felucca up the Nile however the ship was a lot more comfortable. In saying that i would recommend doing a little trip on a Felucca as it is another amazing experience. Luxor - Luxor Temple, Vally of the Kings, Hot air balloon... Hurgurta- swimming in the Red Sea This is a very basic outline of what we did, there was so much more we saw along the way and it was all possible by Timeless Tours they are a fantastic tour company, the transport was clean, safe and comfortable. The staff Sam, George, Remy and Hany went above and beyond to make sure we were having a great time and had everything we needed. They truly are amazing at what they do!! Our trip was made by our beautiful Guide Mariam this lovely Egyptian lady not only showed us her county but showed us her passion and love for this place. Mariam is the reason why our trip was so special, she is extremely knowledgeable, confident, kind and attentive. Thank you to Mariam you made our tour great!!! Everyone needs to come and see how incredible this country is. If you have been dreaming of this please do what you can to make it a reality its worth it!
What our customers ask about Historical Tours & Trips in Egypt
When is the best time to take a Historical tour in Egypt?
Egypt's Historical tours are best experienced from October to April. The moderate temperatures during these months ranging from 68-85°F make exploring ancient sites more pleasant. Tours often begin in the early morning to avoid both heat and crowds. Many visitors stay at places like the Steigenberger El Tahrir Hotel in Cairo which provides easy access to major sites including the Valley of the Kings and the Pyramids.
What are the must-see Historical highlights on an Egypt tour?
Egypt's key Historical sites center around four main attractions: the Great Pyramids of Giza the Valley of the Kings in Luxor the Karnak Temple Complex and Philae Temple in Aswan. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo holds over 250,000 artifacts and provides context for these ancient wonders. Tour guides often point out that Karnak Temple stands as the largest religious complex ever constructed representing centuries of ancient Egyptian architectural achievement.
How long should I plan for a comprehensive Historical tour of Egypt?
An 8-10 day trip provides enough time to explore Egypt's main Historical sites properly. This duration allows for several nights in Cairo often at properties like the Marriott Mena House 3-4 nights on a Nile cruise and time in both Luxor and Aswan. This schedule balances site visits with enough time to absorb the historical significance of each location.
What's included in a typical Historical tour package?
Standard Historical tour packages cover stays at 4-5 star hotels including properties like Steigenberger El Tahrir domestic flights between major cities guided archaeological site visits and Nile cruises. Most tours provide airport transfers expert Egyptologist guides and some meals. Note that entrance fees to sites are sometimes charged separately.
What's the best way to experience the Nile as part of a Historical tour?
The stretch of Nile between Luxor and Aswan offers the richest Historical experience. Ships like the Movenpick Royal Lily and MS Semiramis blend comfortable travel with access to riverside temples and monuments. These cruises let travelers see both ancient sites and daily life along the Nile's banks providing a unique perspective on Egypt past and present.