Enjoy an unforgettable private tour with a friendly personal guide from ToursByLocals. Each of our Cairo tours features a local private guide who knows this city as only locals do, and will give you a unique private Cairo tour, based on your own interests.

No trip to Cairo would be complete without a visit to the Egyptian Museum with its extensive collection of antiquities and the Pyramids - located just 15 km away in Giza.

But you will also want to visit Khan el-Khalili, an ancient suq (shopping area) that dates back to 1382.

Choose from the Cairo tours offered by ToursByLocals, but feel free to suggest alternative places and activities. Your private tour can be customized by your personal guide to include exactly what you want to see and do in Cairo.

Cairo

Embark on an enthralling a journey through Egypt, starting in Cairo. Explore the wonders of the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Citadel of Salah El-Din, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and Khan el-Khalili. Transition to three days in Luxor, where you'll discover the Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Habu Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Followed by a road trip to Aswan, visiting Edfu and Kom Ombo temples. The adventure unfolds in Aswan for two days, featuring visits to Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, the enchanting Nubian charm, and the majestic Abu Simbel Temple. Enjoy authentic Nubian cuisine while staying for while in the Nubian village, then drifting along the Nile on a felucca, absorbing its serene ambiance. The journey guided by experienced tour guide, this immersive tour promises a harmonious blend of ancient wonders, vibrant cultures, and breathtaking landscapes, creating an unforgettable odyssey through Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.

Egypt package from Abu simple to Alexandria

Egypt package

All inclusive tour to Pyramids of Giza, Sakkara Step Pyramid and Bent Pyramid private tour

Giza Great Pyramid is considered to be #1 in Google search for archaeological sights in the world. you will visit the Royal Burial chamber and the famous sphinx.
Then we will drive for 45 minutes to the southern Sakkara Step pyramid the first pyramid in Egypt and the first stone structure ever known by far, and visit colored tombs in the oldest ancient cemetery in history.
Then drive to the Bent Pyramid and the red pyramid at Dahshur.

I'll be very happy if you send me any questions or inquiries that aren't clear in the tour description

I can customize the tour for you.

 tickets for Giza, Sakkara and Bent Pyramids

Panoramic view from the to of the hill at Giza

The burial chamber inside the great pyramid

The ascending gallery inside the Great pyramid

Visit Giza great pyramid and Sakkara step pyramid and Dahshur Bent and Red Pyramids with a local guide

We're going to discover the most important pyramids of Egypt you may know about the Giza Pyramids but you probably don't know about the 1st pyramid of the whole world which is the SAQQARA pyramid. So be ready and you will feel like a real archeologist because of the interesting archeological sites we are going to visit.

The Great pyramid of Giza is the only wonder of the ancient world that still exists, built in the early 26th century BC. This place is truly magical and as an Egyptian I NEVER got used to it as every time I visit the Giza pyramids it blows my mind and heart. BE READY FOR THE BIG ADVENTURE.

Giza, Saqqara and Memphis pyramids

Saqqara, giza pyramids day tour

Pyramids, the Egyptian museum and sunset Nile felucca

Join me in this tour and let's visit Cairo's most interesting highlights and must sees in one day.

I will take you to explore the pyramids of Giza and the great sphinx, we'll see the treasures of King Tutankhamun at the Egyptian museum and enjoy the beauty of Cairo while riding a simple yet charming sailing boat on the Nile rive at the sunset.

As a local, I will also recommend a nice local place for lunch so you can get to try the delicious Egyptian food.

We'll spend the day discovering different sites of Cairo to end up on the other side - watching Cairo from the felucca boat admiring the beauty of the city at sunset.

Visit the best of Cairo in one full day private tour

Prepare for an unforgettable half-day guided tour to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx that will unravel the hidden secrets and treasures of the Giza Plateau, allowing you to decode the enigmatic mysteries of the Great Sphinx, preserved for thousands of years.

Step by step, we will explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, delving into their rich history, and pay our respects at the opened tombs of prominent figures like Queen Meresankh, the esteemed wife of Pharaoh Khafre, gaining insight into the royal past.

Our adventure continues as we ascend to the panoramic vista of the Giza Plateau, capturing the most exceptional photos and savoring an unforgettable camel ride, taking in the breathtaking scenery.

The grand finale of our journey unfolds at the Valley Temple of Khafre and the iconic Great Sphinx, where ancient history comes to life before your eyes. Following this awe-inspiring visit, you'll have the option to indulge in a leisurely lunch and shopping.

The premier tour for uncovering the enigmas of the Giza Pyramids and the secrets of the Sphinx.

Giza Pyramids And The Sphinx Half Day Tour

Explore Cairo & Giza, culture and life style from a close points, full day guided tour

Come with me for a complete Egyptian experience, for a mix of activities at the pyramids and down of Cairo and Giza.

Discover Egypt from close point, visit Giza pyramids, Valley Temple, camel ride trip, and amazing boat trip by a Felucca followed by a walking tour in khan El Khalily area to see the current Culture & Lifestyle for The local Egyptians.

Egypt is cosmopolitan as it is the perfect fusion of so many cultures. The culture and tradition of Egypt is like a melting pot where multiple cultures and traditions together between visits let your expert local guide invite you to tray some of the most traditional food and drinks, and deserts' its full experience with valuable stories about Egypt the people and land.

best views for taking pictures around the sphinx and Giza Pyramids

Enjoy the guided tour around the Pyramids, do camel ride, felucca boat on the Nile with locals lunch and visti to bazars

Join me to explore more about the ancient Egyptian monuments. Let me show you the new excavations and the recent research about the sites. Let's discover the Pharaohs from a different point of view.

The great Pyramid of Khofo, Giza area Pyramids, the Sphinx and the valley temple will be the first site to start.

Enjoy Saqqara area, the Step Pyramid, the oldest in the world for King Zoser by his architect Imhotep.

The new excavations in Saqqara, the Nobel tombs which were found few months ago.

The Serapium and other places in Saqqara are masterpieces.

Visit Memphis, the oldest Capital of Egypt and the artifacts of Ramsess the great, and the new excavations found by my archaeological group.

Something different we do next day, we visit the citadel and the albaster mosque, the Egyptian museum where the treasures of king Tut are shown.

Coptic Cairo is the next place where we visit the old Coptic churches including the hanging church.

Giza pyramids, Saqqara, Memphis, the albaster mosque and museums

Cairo and Giza 2 days tour

If you chose to visit Egypt and you got 5 days to see the most visited and attractive sights of Egypt, join me in this tour to show you the beautiful Pyramids the Cairo Monuments , tombs of the Valley of Kings and will lead you to the tomb of the boy king Tut and climb up the temple of the queen Hat Shep Sut which will enable you to shoot the best photos of the temple and its surroundings.

I won't let you leave before you walk between the forest of the gigantic Columns in Karnak temples and show you the image and name of Alexander the Great in Luxor temple and a lot more!

I promise, you will have a memorable experience touring Egypt with me.

I have been doing this since 2002 so I know how , what when to show those Magical sights, will show you and reveal things you wont see it without a guide

Taftaf tickets 
One lunch in Cairo 

One lunch in Luxor 

Good opportunity to discover the Secretes of the Pharaohs, and hidden Gems In Cairo Gizah and Luxor Egypt 

Explore  Egypt, Giza, Cairo and Luxor in 5 days tour

If you have a layover in Cairo and want to explore the city, immerse yourself in local culture, savor delicious Egyptian cuisine, and be guided by a passionate expert, you've come to the right place! With over a decade of experience in crafting unforgettable layover tours, I'm here to ensure you make the most of your time in this vibrant city.

Regardless of your arrival time at Cairo airport, I’ll be there to welcome you and guide you through a personalized tour tailored to your interests. From historical landmarks to hidden gems, you’ll experience the essence of Cairo and its rich 5,000-year history.

Simply reach out, and I'll design a hassle-free, customized tour that ensures your comfort, safety, and enjoyment. By the end of your layover, you'll leave Cairo with a smile, enriched memories, and a deep appreciation for this extraordinary city.



Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Old Cairo & Grand Bazaar

Layover Private Tour from Cairo Airport

This tour holds a special place among my most captivating experiences. Each time I guide this journey, I am deeply aware of the responsibility I bear in unraveling a crucial chapter of modern Egyptian history. Few travelers are acquainted with the origins of the Jewish community in Egypt and its extraordinary golden age, making this exploration all the more significant.

Starting in the oldest Jewish district, we embark on a captivating walk through Cairo's various Jewish neighborhoods. As we wander through the streets, I invite you to envision and discover the lives of Egyptian and foreign Jewish residents in Cairo. It is an opportunity to gain a profound understanding of their realities.

I warmly invite you to join me on this remarkable tour, where history comes alive. Together, let us dive into the rich tapestry of Cairo's Jewish heritage. Book your spot now and embark on a journey that will leave an indelible impression.

Palm tree the main element of Egyptian synagogues

Tour with Egyptian family jew who stay out of Egypt

Mrs Magda Haroon the head of the Jewish community in Cairo with the Holocaust survivor Mrs Ruth Cohen

The highlights of Jewish Cairo, private tour

Discover Jewish heritage in Cairo

We will have 7 heavenly days in Greater Cairo, everyday I will pick you up early for a half day tour one single destination perhaps followed by lunch in a local restaurant or/and a ride on a camel or on the back of a Nile Felucca .Most importantly is to keep a smooth and relatively a relaxing pacing trying to embrace the culture ,capture amazing shots, feel the essence and the people and still have rest of the day off.



All inclusive Pharaonic Cairo

Five Days in Heaven 

Egypt is the land of Pharaohs and a Thousand Suns! It is worth to visit and you are deserve to live this lifetime adventure.

As I am a big enthusiast of Egypt's heritage so I will take you in an unforgettable journey and enjoy our Cairo Day tour to Giza Pyramids and Egyptian museum. we will explore the wonderful history of Cheops, Chephren, Mykerinos and much more!

Don't worry about the itinerary we will discuss everything and amend it according to your needs and more!

Police security fees for the tour permit 

From famous Egyptian restaurants - this is the famous Egyptian meal "KOSHARY"

take unforgettable shots .. from one of my session in the pyramid

Discover Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx on a half-day tour with private transportation

Giza pyramids tour

Pyramids in Giza and National Museum, Highlights of Cairo

Of all of Egypt's major tourist attractions, only one is at the top of any list - the Pyramids. more than 93 pyramids in Egypt; the most famous ones are those at Giza.

Come with me and let me show you around this site as an Archaeologist and as a local. I'll help you to explore and discover the magnificence of the area. I know the stories behind the great architectures, get through the Bedouin of the desserts life, try camel or horse ride to see the place from an amazing spots moving by the different views.
then enter The Egyptian museum House of treasures see some from upper and lower Egypt.

We will see the papyrus gallery to show you how the ancients made the very first paper in the world. And yes I will help yo to find some souvenirs to be a memory for this unique and unforgettable tour.

Immerse yourself with the locals life style so don't hesitate to book your full day tour to discover the hidden secrets of my homeland!

Discover Ancient Egypt with your Local Guide - Private Transportation

If you are a pyramids lover and want to spend the entire day enjoying them, this tour is tailored specially for you.
In this tour you will visit 2 complexes of pyramids; Saqqara and Giza.
Also having a Camel ride is an unforgettable experience.
In the evening you can book sound and light show, Nile dinner cruise or Felucca ride (optional).

Spend the entire day enjoying the mystery of the Pyramids

Full Day Private Pyramids Tour

You only live once in Egypt, before being mummified and consigned to a sarcophagus for the rest of eternity, so why not seize the day and shop like there's no tomorrow in one of Cairo's ancient bazaars or modern shopping malls?
The most important thing is, enjoy your shopping, when you are on a vacation!!!

This Tour is more than a shopping tour but it is to explore and learn about the different local crafts of which all of them rooted to ancient Egypt , The Egyptian Gov. do its best to help these crafts to continue on , in a way to keep the beautiful link to the past .

That is why Cairo has a lot to offer to the shopping freaks. You can enjoy your vacation while picking up whatever catches your fancy . Shopping in Cairo will stay an exhilarating experience. In Cairo, textiles, cotton clothing, traditional pottery and wood carvings, ornate meerschaum pipes, carpets, prayer rugs, gold and copper work, leather goods and souvenirs, local dates and desserts are very popular.

buy gold cartouch and write your name in hieroglyphs

learn how the ancient egyptians invented writting and record every thing on paper made out of papyrus

Papyrus, perfume, golden cartouche, Egyptian cotton, etc, enjoy shopping in Cairo with your local guide

Cairo shopping tour

Enjoy Evening Dinner Nile Cruise in Cairo

Watch the Cairo skyline light up after dark on a 2-hour dinner cruise of the Nile with two remarkable dance performances.

Enjoy the convenience of a private hotel transfer as you travel to the port, then enjoy a scrumptious Egyptian meal on deck.

Watch belly dancers and tannoura performers bring their traditions to life with a mesmerizing blend of twirling skirts and sensuous movements.

Listen to live music from an Egyptian band and take in stunning views of the city at night while palm trees and glittering skyscrapers drift past all while sailing the majestic Nile River.

Gizai tours

Explore with 371 tours and 40 guides.

Maher H.

$ 5,000 (USD)

Sherine R.

$ 238 (USD)

Mohamed H.

$ 270 (USD)

Hanan S.

$ 300 (USD)

Ramses XII

$ 195 (USD)

Wael S.

$ 195 (USD)

Moustafa O.

$ 500 (USD)

Amir S.

$ 750 (USD)

Tarek A.

$ 169 (USD)

Doaa K.

$ 350 (USD)

Nesreen E.

$ 850 (USD)

Maryam A.

$ 190 (USD)

Alaa N.

$ 300 (USD)

Ereen Y.

$ 350 (USD)

Ahmed M.

$ 170 (USD)

Ragab S.

$ 170 (USD)

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