Historical Tours & Trips in Egypt
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- 11 Days Historical Vacation in Egypt
- Unraveling History on a Dahabiya Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
- Egypt History and Nature 8 Days, 7 Nights Tour Package
- Essential Egypt (21 destinations)
- Classic Egypt with Nile Cruise
- Egypt Highlights
- Wonders of the Pharaohs
- 11-Day Cairo, Cruise, Abu Simbel, Dendara, Abydos, Alexandria and GEM museum
- 8 Days Nile Jewel (Superior Hotels) with GEM Museum Visit
- Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Exclusive Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included
Duration 11 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor Age Range up to 75 year olds Operator Beyond The Nile Tours From
- NZ$3,816
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
- NZ$2,643
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
- NZ$3,302
Essential Egypt (21 destinations)
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Seeing all the Highlights of Egypt, dun activities like Kayaking and Sailing the nile. Such a great group.”
Lars, traveled in September
The 4500-year-old Pyramids of Giza and King Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings stand as Egypt's most significant historical sites. The Temple of Isis at Philae, Luxor's ancient village, and Hellenistic life at Edfu Temple await your discovery. Suitable for history enthusiasts aged 18+.
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Luxor, Valley of the Kings Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,230
10% Off- NZ$1,107You save $123
Classic Egypt with Nile Cruise
75 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All sites visited were out of this world, and we never tired of seeing another temple or tomb.”
Joseph, traveled in October
Egyptian history comes alive at the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, and Habu Temple. The Egyptian Museum's 120,000 artifacts tell ancient tales. Accommodations include Pyramid Park Hotel and MS Princess Sara II Nile cruise.
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Valley of the Kings Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From $3,220
14% Off- NZ$2,780You save $440
Egypt Highlights
211 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“His infectious humour, as well as his knowledge and passionate storytelling bring every temple, tomb, and monument to life!”
Rebecca, traveled in March
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 $3,047
25% Off- NZ$2,285You save $762
Wonders of the Pharaohs
80 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 $2,880
25% Off- NZ$2,160You save $720
11-Day Cairo, Cruise, Abu Simbel, Dendara, Abydos, Alexandria and GEM museum
54 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour with Vacations to Go is by far one of the best guided tours I have ever done. The itinerary covered all the main places we wanted to see.”
Tony, traveled in March
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 $6,194
30% Off- NZ$4,336You save $1,858
8 Days Nile Jewel (Superior Hotels) with GEM Museum Visit
61 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was a success, thanks to the excellent organization by the entire team.”
Anika, traveled in April
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 $4,295
45% Off- NZ$2,362You save $1,933
Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Exclusive Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included
1,050 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We saw a lot of things in the south (louxor, tumbs in the valley of the kings, temples...).”
Léa, traveled in June
The 5,000-year history of Egypt reveals itself at UNESCO sites like the Pyramids of Giza, Karnak Temple, and Valley of the Kings. Expert Egyptologist guides illuminate ancient stories during your stay at Tolip Golden Plaza and 5-star Nile cruise.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Philae Age Range 1 to 70 year olds Operator Beyond The Nile Tours From $3,221
60% Off- NZ$1,288You save $1,933
What people love about Historical Tours in Egypt
- Essential Egypt (21 destinations)
The main highlight of this tour was our awesome guide who organised everything perfectly. There were plenty of opportunities for cool and unique experiences, too.
- Egypt Highlights
early August, my family and I had great time in visiting Egypt. Do not miss Aswan Luxor, Valley of Kings and Hurghada. Timeless Egypt tour was good and everything have been settled perfectly and in details. For sur we will return in Egypt. Thank you to Hany and his team and to Medhat our guide.
- Wonders of the Pharaohs
This tour gave me everything I wanted from Egypt. I should have done this years ago but was apprehensive due to the media reviews. The people are friendly and respectful. Timeless Tours with their team od Sam, Hany Remi and George make sure that it all runs to plans. We booked an extra day in Cairo to get around on our own and Sam stepped in with information and safety tips. Our group was only 7 but everyone felt the same way, If you have ever wanted to do Egypt, dont put it off any longer. Trust the guys at Timeless Toursand it will be amazing.
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.