Popular excursions of each destination.

Cairo & Giza

Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids: An evening show where the pyramids and Sphinx are illuminated with a narration of ancient Egyptian history. A dinner can be added at a restaurant with a view of the show.

Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis day trip: See the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the Red and Bent Pyramids at Dahshur, and the open-air museum at Memphis, the ancient capital.

Islamic Cairo walking tour: Explore the Citadel of Saladin, the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Sultan Hassan Mosque, and the historic streets of the medieval city.

Coptic Cairo walking tour: Visit the Hanging Church, the Coptic Museum, the Church of St. Sergius, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: See the Royal Mummies Hall, showcasing the mummies of Ramses II and other pharaohs, in a modern, spacious museum.

Half-day city tour: Explore Downtown Cairo, Tahrir Square, and the stunning architecture of the old city center.

Luxor

Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple: An evening spectacular with the temple's pillars and pylons dramatically lit, telling myths of Thebes.

Camel ride on the West Bank: A short camel ride near the Hatshepsut Temple or the Colossi of Memnon for a unique perspective.

Tombs of the Nobles and workers' village on the West Bank: Explore the finely decorated tombs of ancient Egypt's elite.

Medinet Habu: The magnificent mortuary temple of Ramses III, with impressive well-preserved reliefs and a unique fortified design.

Ramesseum: The memorial temple of Ramses II, featuring a fallen colossal statue of the pharaoh.

Deir el Medina: The well-preserved village of the artisans who built the royal tombs.

Theban Necropolis tombs not on the standard ticket: Pay an additional fee to see the tombs of Seti I, Ramses VI, or Tutankhamun.

Aswan

Day trip to Abu Simbel: A full-day trip to Abu Simbel, either by road or by plane, to see the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Nefertari.

Nubian village visit: Take a motorboat to a colorful Nubian village on the west bank of the Nile to learn about their traditions, enjoy tea, and handle a crocodile.

Elephantine Island and the Nilometer: Walk through the ruins of ancient Abu and see the Nilometer, which measured the river's flood levels.

St. Simeon Monastery: A half-day tour by camel or boat to a well-preserved 7th-century Coptic monastery in the desert.

Day trip to Kalabsha Temple: A boat trip on Lake Nasser to visit the Kalabsha Temple, which was relocated to save it from the rising waters.

Daraw Camel Market: A morning trip to the largest camel market in Egypt, about an hour from Aswan.

Nubian Museum: A well-designed museum showcasing the history and culture of Nubia, with beautiful artifacts and a scenic garden.

Kitchener's Island: A botanical garden island on the Nile.

Hurghada

Snorkeling or Scuba Diving at Giftun Islands: A full-day boat trip to the Giftun Islands National Park, with opportunities to snorkel on coral reefs, spot dolphins, and relax on white sand beaches.

Bedouin desert safari: An afternoon desert adventure by quad bike or 4x4 jeep, visiting a Bedouin village, a camel ride, and a traditional barbecue dinner under the stars.

Sindbad Submarine: A semi-submarine tour for a unique view of the Red Sea's coral reefs and marine life without getting wet.

Hurghada Grand Aquarium: A modern aquarium to see Red Sea marine life.

Dolphin House: An experience to swim with wild dolphins in their natural habitat.

Orange Bay Island: A day trip to the picturesque Orange Bay Island.

Glass Bottom Boat: A short boat trip to view the coral reefs and fish from a glass-bottomed boat.

Marina Boulevard: A leisurely evening walk along the marina.

Fayoum

Pottery workshop in Tunis Village: A hands-on pottery class with local artisans in the artistic village of Tunis.

Sandboarding: Glide down the golden dunes of the Fayoum Oasis.

Camel or Horse Ride: A ride along the shores of Wadi El Rayan Lake or the desert.

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