Egypt Day Tours

Egypt Day Tours

Private single-day tours across Egypt: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and the Red Sea.

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Discover Egypt one day at a time with our private Egypt day tours, available from Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam, and Dahab. Whether you're visiting the Giza Pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the temples of Luxor, Abu Simbel, or the Red Sea, every private tour is led by a certified Egyptologist and tailored exclusively to your group.

Browse our most popular Egypt day tours below, or explore each departure city to find the best private excursions based on where you're staying. Every experience includes private transportation, flexible itineraries, and local expertise, giving you the freedom to discover Egypt at your own pace.

Looking for a longer journey? Explore our Egypt Tour Packages for multi-day private itineraries, browse our Nile Cruises sailing between Luxor and Aswan, or let us design fully Tailor-Made Egypt Tours built around your travel dates, interests, and budget. You can also discover more places to visit in our Egypt Destinations section or plan ahead with our Egypt Travel Guide.

Popular Egypt Day Tours

Giza Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum TourDay TourFrom $100

Giza Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum Tour

Available daily
Giza Plateau . the Grand Egyptian MuseumApprox. 6-8 hoursPrivate cultural tour

Book the ultimate Giza Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum Tour. Explore ancient wonders and the new GEM artifacts with a private Egyptologist guide.

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Luxor East and West Bank Tour: Karnak & Valley of the KingsDay TourFrom $125

Luxor East and West Bank Tour: Karnak & Valley of the Kings

Available daily
Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, HatshepsutApprox. 6-7 HoursPrivate Full Day Tour

Discover ancient Thebes with our Luxor East and West Bank Tour. Visit Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut. Private Guide. Book Now!

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Aswan Philae Temple and High Dam TourDay TourFrom $100

Aswan Philae Temple and High Dam Tour

Available daily
Philae Temple, High Dam, Unfinished ObeliskApprox. 4-5 HoursPrivate Day Tour

Explore the best of Aswan on our private Aswan Philae Temple and High Dam Tour. Visit the majestic Temple of Isis, the High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk. Book now!

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Abu Simbel Private Tour from AswanDay TourFrom $150

Abu Simbel Private Tour from Aswan

Available daily
Great Temple of Ramses II, Temple of NefertariApprox. 8-9 HoursPrivate Day Trip

Book your Abu Simbel Private Tour from Aswan. Explore the colossal Temples of Ramses II & Queen Nefertari with a private guide. Book now!

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Luxor Hot Air Balloon Ride at SunriseDay TourFrom $120

Luxor Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

Available daily, weather permitting
Luxor West BankApprox. 2-3 Hours (45-min Flight)Small Group Tour

Don't miss the chance to fly! Enjoy a stunning Luxor hot air balloon ride. See Karnak & Hatshepsut Temple from the sky. Safe, scenic & unforgettable.

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Egypt Day Tours by City

Cairo Day ToursAncient Egypt

Cairo Day Tours

Private, guided day tours from Cairo: the Giza Pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Saqqara and Memphis.

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Luxor Day ToursAncient Egypt

Luxor Day Tours

Private Luxor day tours of ancient Thebes: Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and a sunrise hot-air-balloon ride.

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Aswan Day ToursNile & Nubia

Aswan Day Tours

Private Aswan day tours: Philae Temple, the High Dam, the Nubian villages, and Abu Simbel.

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Hurghada Day ToursRed Sea

Hurghada Day Tours

Explore Hurghada with snorkeling, diving, island trips and desert safari adventures.

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Sharm El Sheikh Day ToursRed Sea & Sinai

Sharm El Sheikh Day Tours

Explore Sharm El Sheikh with snorkeling, diving, desert safaris and Mount Sinai adventures.

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Marsa Alam Day ToursRed Sea

Marsa Alam Day Tours

Explore Marsa Alam with snorkeling, diving, marine-life trips and desert adventures.

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Alexandria Day ToursMediterranean

Alexandria Day Tours

Private Alexandria day tours and transfers on Egypt's Mediterranean coast.

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Dahab Day ToursRed Sea

Dahab Day Tours

Snorkel the Blue Hole, drive into the Colored Canyon, and visit St Catherine’s Monastery.

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Why Our Private Egypt Day Tours Are Different

Every Nile Empire day tour is completely private, designed exclusively for your group. You'll travel with a certified Egyptologist in a modern air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel, cruise, or airport pickup included.

Unlike large group excursions, your itinerary remains flexible. Start earlier to avoid crowds, spend longer at your favourite sites, or adjust the pace throughout the day with your guide.

From Cairo and Luxor to Aswan and the Red Sea, every tour is carefully planned by our local team to give you a seamless experience from pickup to drop-off.

Why Book With Nile Empire

Local experts

An Egypt-based team that lives and breathes these journeys.

Private & tailor-made

Every trip built around your dates, pace, and budget.

Certified Egyptologists

Your own private guide at every temple and tomb.

Confirm before you pay

We confirm availability and your final price first. A deposit is only due once you are happy to proceed.

What Our Travellers Say

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We had a fully organized two-week Egypt itinerary with Nile Empire, and the experience was completely faultless from start to finish. Every part of the journey was carefully arranged, and we were guided and assisted throughout the entire trip. The Egyptologist guides were excellent, informative, and professional, and everything throughout the itinerary ran smoothly and on time. Highly recommended for anyone planning a trip to Egypt.
Sommerstar · TripAdvisor
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We recently completed an unforgettable Egypt trip organized by Nile Empire, and the entire experience was handled with professionalism and excellent attention to detail from start to finish. The itinerary between Cairo, Abu Simbel, Luxor, and the Nile cruise was perfectly coordinated, with quality hotels, punctual transfers, and continuous support throughout the journey. We especially appreciated how responsive and attentive the team remained during the entire stay. Our guides in Cairo and Upper Egypt were both knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about Egyptian history, making every visit more enjoyable and meaningful. We highly recommend Nile Empire for travelers looking for a well-organized and professionally managed Egypt experience.
Abdelaziz · TripAdvisor
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From the moment we arrived in Egypt until the day we left, Nile Empire made every part of our journey feel special and unforgettable. The team went above and beyond to ensure we felt comfortable, safe, and genuinely cared for throughout the trip. During our 7-day Egypt tour, everything was smoothly organized between Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, and the Nile cruise. A special thank you to Soliman and Rami for their exceptional attention to detail and for making my birthday celebration truly memorable throughout the journey. The experience felt personal, warm, and professionally managed from start to finish. We would absolutely recommend Nile Empire to anyone planning a trip to Egypt.
CE · TripAdvisor
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We booked our Egypt trip with Nile Empire based on a recommendation, and now we are happy to recommend them ourselves. From the initial planning stage until our final day in Egypt, everything was handled with professionalism, flexibility, and genuine care. The itinerary was carefully customized around our requests, including experiences like a hot air balloon ride in Luxor and scuba diving in Hurghada. Our guides and drivers were knowledgeable, friendly, and always supportive throughout the trip. Every part of the journey felt smooth, organized, and memorable thanks to Soliman and the Nile Empire team. A fantastic choice for travelers looking for a personalized Egypt experience.
Mangesh Satpute · TripAdvisor
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Our Egypt trip with Nile Empire felt like much more than just a holiday — it was a fully personalized experience from start to finish. Everything was thoughtfully customized around our preferences, making the journey feel smooth, comfortable, and genuinely special. The accommodations, transportation, and daily planning were all very well organized, and it was clear that a lot of attention went into every detail. We especially appreciated the support throughout the trip and the flexibility of the private tours. A special thank you to our Cairo driver, our wonderful guide Mariam, and to Soliman and Rami for organizing such a memorable Egypt experience.
Priyanka Kannan · TripAdvisor
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Our experience with Nile Empire was excellent from start to finish. Soliman helped us redesign our Egypt trip on very short notice and customized everything around our schedule, including internal flights, hotels, and a Nile cruise. We loved that all sightseeing tours were private, giving us flexibility throughout the trip. The guides, drivers, and overall organization were outstanding, and we never had to worry about anything during our stay in Egypt. The Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor was one of the highlights of our trip, and the additional tours to Abu Simbel, Dendera, and the Nubian Village made the experience even more special. We highly recommend Nile Empire for anyone looking for a reliable and professionally organized Egypt tour.
M & S Krebs · TripAdvisor
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Egypt Tour Packages

Egypt Tour Packages

Multi-day, multi-city itineraries: classic, luxury, family and honeymoon, built around your dates.

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Nile Cruises

Nile Cruises

Five-star sailings between Luxor and Aswan with private guided tours at every temple.

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Egypt Destinations

Egypt Destinations

From Giza and Luxor to Aswan and the Red Sea, explore Egypt’s greatest places with local experts.

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Egypt Travel Guide

Egypt Travel Guide

Practical, expert guides: entrance fees, transport, money, safety and the best time to visit.

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Tailor-Made Egypt Tours

Tailor-Made Egypt Tours

Your own private Egypt itinerary, designed around your dates, pace and budget by local specialists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are your Egypt day tours private?
Yes. Every day tour runs privately for your group only, with your own certified Egyptologist guide, driver and air-conditioned vehicle, never a shared coach.
Do you include hotel and airport pickup?
Yes. All day tours include pickup and drop-off at your hotel, Nile cruise dock or the airport in the tour city.
Which cities can I book Egypt day tours from?
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam, Alexandria and Dahab.
Can you customise a day tour?
Absolutely. Tell us what you would like to see and how long you have, and we will tailor the itinerary and pace to you.

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