Egyptian Land Tours
Take one of our Egyptian Land Tours to see the wonders of the Ancient World. All tours are led by the same private guide team on our Cruises. The service is of the highest standard and as such, we recently guided the French President Emmanuel Macron.
1. Giza Tour of the Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis and Sakkara
- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Cairo
- Price: $94 Per Person
Visit the Step pyramid in Sakkara, one of the most extensive archaeological sites in Egypt. Once the cemetery for Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt. Still one of the barely touched archaeological sites, despite the fact that so much has already been found. The site is dominated by the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, which goes back to 2700 BC. One of the oldest stone structures in the world.
Then visit the cemetery for Memphis which was founded in the 1st Dynasty (3100 B.C) by King Narmar. Because of the many necropolises associated with Memphis, many Egyptologists believe that it was once an extremely large city. Next we visit the papyrus institute.
Finally, a visit to one of the Seven Wonders of the World: the Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus). Cheops is the most colossal ever built. Next we take a close look at the Sphinx. THis is a huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren and The Valley Temple. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel.
2. The Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Sultan Hassan Mosque & Khan El Khalili
- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Cairo
- Price: $94 Per Person
On display is a rare collection of 5000 years of art the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are present, including an exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamen collection of treasures. View the gold and jewelry, as it was in his tomb for over 3,500 years before its discovery in the 1920s.
Then visit the Saladin Citadel. Built by Saladin in the 12th Century and the seat of power for 700 years. On the premises is the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali. This is one of the landmarks in Cairo that is visible from any part of the city. The Mohammed Ali mosque was built in the Turkish style, very similar to the Blue Mosque in Turkey. Then we visit Sultan Hassan Mosque, El-Azhar Mosque, Al Hussein Mosque and Khan El Khalili Bazaars. One of the earliest and greatest markets in the Middle East. Finally, we drive back to your hotel.
3. Giza Pyramids, The Egyptian Museum & Khan El Khalili
- Full day Tour 8 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Cairo
- Price: $94 Per Person
The Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus) are one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Cheops is the most colossal ever built. Next we a close look at the sphinx. A huge funeral complex guarded by the legendary lion body with the face of king Chephren and The Valley Temple. Then visit The Egyptian Museum of antiquities. On display is a rare collection of 5000 years of art the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world.
Then we visit Khan El Khalili Bazaars. These shops are known for fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold and antiques. At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel.
4. Sound and light show at Pyramids Tour
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Cairo
- Price: $63 Per Person
An evening performance at the Giza plateau. Where the Pyramids and Sphinx are illuminated to tell their story in a sound and light show. There are two performances each night. Make sure to wear something warm during the winter months.
5. Dahshur Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara
- Full Day Tour 8 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Cairo
- Price :$94 Per Person
Excursion tour to visit The Red and The Bent pyramid. The pyramids were built for king Sneferu (4th dynasty of the old Kingdom), the father of king Cheops. The bent Pyramid is named this due to its unique bent top. It is believed if they continued building it straight, the pyramid would have collapsed. It is the only pyramid to still have a complete limestone layer covering. The Red Pyramid is as big as Chephren pyramid but with different angles and is in very good condition. It was named the Red pyramid due to the colors of the inside walls.
Visit the Step pyramid in Sakkara, one of the most extensive archaeological sites in Egypt. Once the cemetery for Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt. Still one of the barely touched archaeological sites, despite the fact that so much has already been found. The site is dominated by the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, which goes back to 2700 BC. One of the oldest stone structures in the world.
6. The Important sights in Alexandria
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Cairo
- Price: $138 Per Person
An early morning drive to Alexandria in an air-conditioned coach (3 hours each way). After arrival at Alexandria you start your by visiting the Roman Theatre. A theater with marble seats for up to 800 spectators. It has galleries and a section of mosaic flooring. There is also a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman villas & baths. Then we visit Pompey's Pillar. THis is followed by visit to the Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa. The Tombs are on three levels and also contain The Triclinium. This is where relatives used to sit on stone benches to feast with the dead.
Inside, there are 2nd century statues of Sobek & Anubis wearing Roman Armor. next we visit the Library of Alexandria. Rebuilt in the same spot as the original one destroyed by the Romans. The library contains special pieces from ancient and modern Egypt. Outside you will visit the Qaitbay Citadel & El Morsi Abu El Abbas Mosque. After we finish, we will drive back to your hotel in Cairo.
7. El Minya: Tell Al-Amarna, Tuna el-Gebel and Beni Hassan
- 11 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Cairo
- Price: $225 Per Person
Visit Tell Al-Amarna, the place chosen by Akhenaton to build the capital of his kingdom called Akht Aton. It was built to worship Aton the sun God. This area still has parts of the temple where Akhenaten and his wife Nefertiti lived. There are also the royal tombs of the high priest Mery Ra the 1st.
There are cemeteries with murals decorated with striking paintings, which is a blend of Pharaonic and Greek arts. Its most important monuments are priest Petosiris and lsidora's tombs. The area contains also the labyrinth area which is the burial ground of god Toth. In Mallawi there is a museum that houses most of the relics of Ashmunein and Tuna Al-Gabal). Tombs of Beni-Hassan, where interesting paintings of the old and middle Kingdom are visited. After finishing we will drive back to your hotel in Cairo.
8. Day Trip by boat to Ras Mohamed in The Red Sea
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Sharm El Sheik
- Price: $75 Per Person
Ras Mohamed National Park is one of Egypt's most popular dive and snorkeling sites. With a large variety of fish, corals and sharks calling this part of the Red Sea home, you'll enjoy an exciting day exploring the magical underwater world. Bring your own snorkeling equipment on this relaxing day trip or hire gear onboard the boat. Soft drinks and mineral water are available throughout the day, and lunch is served in the afternoon.
9. Glass boat Tour in Naama Bay
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Sharm El Sheik
- Price: $50 Per Person
This Trip allows you to experience the underwater world while staying dry. You will be collected from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel and transferred to Naama Bay to board a glass boat. Cruise on the Red Sea for enjoy the underwater world of coral reefs and colorful fish, see the great brain, one of the biggest corals in the world. At the end you will be returned to your Sharm El Sheikh hotel.
10. Day Trip by boat to Tirana Island
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Sharm El Sheik
- Price: $69 Per Person
You will be taken to Tiran Island where we sail north-east along the Aqaba gulf for about 2 hours until we get to the blue lagoon. Perfect for snorkeling, diving and just relaxing. Lunch will be served while sailing towards Ras Nasrani for some more snorkeling over one of the most beautiful untouched corals.
11. Camel Safari Through The Desert
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Sharm El Sheik
- Price: $69 Per Person
A two hour trip on a camel guided by Bedouins through the desert. Go behind El Aat Mountain where you can experience the real Bedouin life. Then we stop at the highest point in the valley for a cup of tea with herbs where you can hear and see nothing but nature. The one humped Dromedary Camel is well adapted to the harsh Egyptian deserts and will be a trusty transport on your safari.
12. Safari Trip on Quad Bike
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Sharm El Sheik
- Price: $69 Per Person
You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the quad runner station. Enjoy the freedom of the desert on a safari trip to the biggest valley in Sinai and its mountains. Stop at a Bedouin village to learn about their life and traditions. You may try a Bedouin tea, smoke a pipe and observe the magic lights of the desert. Desert quad biking can be taken early in the morning or in the evening this is so you can see the beautiful sunrises and sunsets of the Sinai desert. Then drive back to the motorbike station and then transferred to your hotel.
13. Safari trip to Colored Canyon
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Sharm El Sheik
- Price: $94 Per Person
Early morning you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to Nuweiba by Land Cruiser. Enjoy a unique tour of colors and attractive landscapes. We will drive from Sharm El Sheikh for 2 hours by Land Cruiser into the desert.
From the mouth of the canyon we will descend 250 meters and walk for one hour along the canyon. See the results of erosion from wind and water. After a short refreshment break, we will continue by Land Cruiser to Nuweiba for lunch. Drive for ninety minutes to Dahab, the biggest shopping area in South Sinai, where you will get the chance to browse for local Egyptian handicrafts, carpets, jewelers, perfumes, papyrus and other souvenirs.
14. St. Catherine's Monastery
- 11 hours (approx.)
- Egyptian Land Tours Daily Departures - Sharm El Sheik
- Price: $119 Per Person
Early morning you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to St. Catherine city. The journey is 3 hours driving each way. Start by visiting St Catherine's Monastery, the most important religious site in Sinai. Situated at the base of the mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments. St Catherine's Monastery is one of the most famous in the world. Built between 527 and 565 AD, it is believed to be built around Moses' Burning Bush.
The Monastery is named after St Catherine who was tortured and beheaded for her Christian beliefs. During your visit you will see the Greek Orthodox Church, the icons of worship and the famous Mosaic of Transfiguration. Then transfer to Dahab for relaxation. Lunch at local restaurant in Dahab. Then back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
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