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Egypt Day Tours by City

Private day tours and day trips in Egypt — pick your city. 65 tours across Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh and Marsa Alam, each with a licensed guide and hotel pick-up.

  • 6cities
  • 65private day tours
  • $20from, per person
  • 5.0Tripadvisor · 4,024 reviews
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Egypt day tours at a glance

CityDay toursFromLengthBest for
Cairo20$452h – 2 daysPyramids & history, Museums, Evenings, Nile & food, Camel, quad & photos, Day trips from Cairo
Luxor9$302 – 12 hoursTemples & tombs, Balloon, felucca & shows, Day trips from Luxor
Aswan6$452 – 12 hoursTemples & sights, On the Nile & Nubia, Day trips from Aswan
Hurghada5$304 – 8 hoursRed Sea & islands, Desert safaris, Day trips to Luxor & Cairo
Sharm El Sheikh12$202 hours – 1 dayReefs, snorkeling & diving, Sinai desert safaris, Sinai & Cairo day trips
Marsa Alam13$302 – 17 hoursSnorkeling & diving, Desert safaris, Towns & day trips
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Egypt day tours guide

Day tours in Egypt: how to choose

Egypt is a country you can see one day at a time — the right city base turns every day into a different trip.

Day tours along the Nile: Cairo, Luxor and Aswan

Cairo day tours cover the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Saqqara, Memphis and the Grand Egyptian Museum, plus Old Cairo and evening experiences on the Nile. Luxor day tours split between the East Bank temples of Karnak and Luxor and the West Bank tombs of the Valley of the Kings. Aswan day tours add Philae Temple, Nubian villages, feluccas and the day trip to Abu Simbel.

Red Sea and Sinai day trips

From Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh and Marsa Alam, day tours mean snorkeling and diving at Giftun Island, Ras Mohammed, Tiran Island and the dolphin reef at Satayah, or desert safaris by quad bike and 4×4 to Bedouin camps. Sharm is also the base for Mount Sinai, St Catherine’s Monastery and the Blue Hole in Dahab.

Day trips between cities

Many travelers combine a beach holiday with one long day of history: Luxor by car from Hurghada ($100) or Marsa Alam ($230), Cairo by flight from Sharm El Sheikh ($290), or Luxor by air from Cairo ($390).

Day tours or a tour package?

Day tours are best when you already have a hotel base. For several cities with hotels, flights and a Nile cruise included, see our Egypt tour packages and Nile cruises — or let us plan a custom trip.

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What are the best day tours in Egypt?
In Cairo, the Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum tour; in Luxor, the West & East Banks tour ($100); from Aswan, the Abu Simbel day trip ($140). On the Red Sea, snorkeling at Ras Mohammed from Sharm El Sheikh ($40), Giftun Island from Hurghada ($100) and the Satayah dolphin reef from Marsa Alam ($65).
How much do day tours in Egypt cost?
Our 65 private day tours start from $20 (the glass boat trip in Sharm El Sheikh). 58 of the 65 cost between $30 and $150 per person; the longest trips — like Dendera & Abydos from Marsa Alam ($400) or Luxor from Cairo by air ($390) — cost more.
Can I visit Luxor or Cairo on a day trip from the Red Sea?
Yes. From Hurghada, Luxor by car costs $100 and Cairo by car $150. From Marsa Alam, Luxor is $230; from Sharm El Sheikh, Cairo by flight is $290.
What is included in an Egypt day tour?
Our day tours include hotel pick-up and drop-off, private air-conditioned transport and a licensed guide. Entrance fees, lunch and equipment such as snorkel gear or quad bikes are included as specified on each tour.
Which city has the most day tours?
Cairo, with 20 day tours — from 2-hour evening experiences to an overnight trip to Luxor. Marsa Alam (13) and Sharm El Sheikh (12) lead on the Red Sea.
Is it safe to travel to Egypt?

Yes, Egypt is generally a safe destination for tourists. Millions of travelers visit Egypt every year to explore its ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and beautiful landscapes without any problems. The government has made significant efforts to ensure the safety of visitors, especially in major tourist areas like Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts. Like any travel destination, it’s important to stay aware of your surroundings, follow local advice, and stick to well-known routes and tour operators.

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