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
- 4 nights Radamis Nile Cruise
- Egypt Luxury Guided Tour W/Nile Cruise & Air 5*
- 11-Day Cairo, Cruise, Abu Simbel, Dendara, Abydos, Alexandria and GEM museum
- 8 Days Nile Jewel (4/5 stars Hotels) with GEM Museum Visit
- Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Exclusive Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included
- Grand Egyptian GEMs: Hidden Pyramids and the Nile - Return Flight Included - 9 Days
- Queen Nefertari - 10 Days
Duration 11 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor Age Range Ages 9+ Operator Beyond The Nile Tours From
- NZ$3,899
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 All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Russian Operator Nilvison Egypt Tours From
- NZ$2,701
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 Operated in English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish Operator Your Egypt Tours From
- NZ$3,374
The ancient world comes alive at Karnak Temple complex and Valley of the Kings tombs. Expert guides illuminate Queen Hatshepsut's Temple, Edfu's falcon-god shrine, and Philae Temple across 5 historically rich days along the Nile.
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Valley of the Queens, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, Aswan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator Sun Pyramid Tours From
- NZ$1,636
Egypt Luxury Guided Tour W/Nile Cruise & Air 5*
210 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Nice hotels, great cruise in the M/S Ciela, and excellent communication throughout the initial planning stages and the time during our tour.”
Dana, traveled in May
Egypt's rich history comes alive with expert guides at the Great Pyramid, Sphinx, Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple. This historically-focused tour features a 4-night Nile cruise, visits to UNESCO sites, and in-depth commentary from professional Egyptologists.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Elephantine IslandSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Truly Egypt Tours From $3,342
50% Off- NZ$1,671You save $1,671
11-Day Cairo, Cruise, Abu Simbel, Dendara, Abydos, Alexandria and GEM museum
57 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The places we went were very amazing! The guides were fantastic and very knowledgeable.”
Lori, traveled in May
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 Ages 8+ Operator Vacations to go travel From $6,668
25% Off- NZ$5,001You save $1,667
8 Days Nile Jewel (4/5 stars Hotels) with GEM Museum Visit
61 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We really appreciated his vast knowledge, storytelling and helping to put everything into historical context.”
Brian, traveled in May
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 Ages 6+ Operator Vacations to go travel From $4,389
45% Off- NZ$2,414You save $1,975
Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Exclusive Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included
1,102 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A fantastic way to see highlights of Egypt including Abu Simbel, Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings and of course the Giza Pyramids.”
Liam, traveled in August
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 All Ages Welcome Operator Beyond The Nile Tours From $3,292
60% Off- NZ$1,317You save $1,975
Queen Nefertari - 10 Days
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great tour to visit all the major sites in Egypt. The Nile cruise was a particular highlight.”
Matthew, traveled in September
Journey through millennia at the Great Pyramids, Karnak Temple Complex, and Valley of the Kings. Expert Egyptologists reveal ancient stories at Philae Temple and the Egyptian Museum's Tutankhamun collection.
Duration 10 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna, Luxor, Valley of the KingsSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Holiday In Egypt From $2,868
55% Off- NZ$1,291You save $1,577
What people love about Historical Tours in Egypt
We did a 5 day nile cruise tour with Mac as our guide and absolutely loved it. We’re from Australia and have always wanted to visit Egypt, he made it so much more for us, his knowledge of the country and ancient Egyptian sites was very broad. He was always very friendly and allowed plenty of free time for us to explore on our own if needed. The whole tour was flexible and I couldn’t recommend him high enough. Thanks Mac :)
Egypt Luxury Guided Tour W/Nile Cruise & Air 5*
- 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.
- 11-Day Cairo, Cruise, Abu Simbel, Dendara, Abydos, Alexandria and GEM museum
Vacations to go travel has really increased the bar of expectations and has made it hard for the other travel agency out there. I have to have Vacations to Go in my next booking to Egypt. The tour guides I had in Ibrahim and John was phenomenal. And the breadth of knowledge they had coupled with knowledge of the temples and tombs explored truly enhanced my tour and personal explorations. I am totally into the evolution life and admiration of fossils. John was able to point out to me in the foundational blocks of the great pyramid that there is sea cow fossils. Ibrahim was able to read out the hieroglyphs and show me key things such as: Ptolemy name, Cleopatra name, Rameses II, medical tools at Kom Ombo. Both of them possesed a magic touch and a rare camaraderie with staff at temples to get closed doors open. And I was able to personalize my tour with complete ease. Vacations to Go Travel is the way for me. And even my driver Mahmoud is the best hands down. Extremely courteous and vigilant safe efficient driver.
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.