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Compare Alexandria, Fayoum and Western Desert trips with realistic journey times. Cairo traffic makes map distances misleading: Giza is west of central Cairo and a short route can still take well over an hour at busy times. Check the actual pickup district, included entrance tickets and return time before booking. Cairo has the Nile, but no sea beach; Red Sea outings are separate long-distance trips.

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From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs, Citadel Day Trip with Lunch
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From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs, Citadel Day Trip with Lunch

⏱ 10 hours · 4.6 (1,650)

Journey through Alexandria and visit the Roman theater of Kom El-Deka on a day tour from Cairo. See the Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, and the Citadel of Qaitbay.

from €71 per person

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Cairo: 2-Day Bahariya Oasis Camp and Desert Tour
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Cairo: 2-Day Bahariya Oasis Camp and Desert Tour

⏱ 2 days · 4.9 (854)

This excursion will take you to the most valuable treasure troves of Egypt. You can enjoy your time there by visiting the Bahariya Oasis, Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and Whi…

from €202 per person

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From Cairo: Full-Day Tour to El Fayoum

From Cairo: Full-Day Tour to El Fayoum

⏱ 8 hours · 4.7 (381)

Explore El Fayoum in a day: visit Tunis Village, Lake Qarun, Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, and Whale Valley with a thrilling 4x4 desert adventure.

from €116 per person

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From Cairo: 5-Day Egypt Highlights Private Tour with Flights

From Cairo: 5-Day Egypt Highlights Private Tour with Flights

⏱ 5 days · 4.0 (347)

Discover the highlights of Egypt on a private 5-day tour with flight tickets. Learn about the rich history of Egypt with visits to Cairo, the Pyramids of Giza, the temples of Lu…

from €918 per person

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Cairo: 2-Day Bahariya & White Desert Private Camp Adventure

Cairo: 2-Day Bahariya & White Desert Private Camp Adventure

⏱ 2 days · 4.7 (174)

Private tour to Experience the tranquility of Bahariya Oasis, the enigma of the Black Desert, the majesty of Crystal Mountain, and the beauty of the New White Desert on a 2-day…

from €143 per person

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Cairo: Bahariya Oasis & White Desert A Private Day Adventure
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Cairo: Bahariya Oasis & White Desert A Private Day Adventure

⏱ 16 hours · 4.7 (161)

Embark on a thrilling safari from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis. Explore the Black Village, rejuvenate at the Cold Spring, and admire the Crystal Mountain and the White Desert, with a…

from €134 per person

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Cairo: Fayoum, Wadi El Rayan, and Wadi al Hitan 4x4 Tour

Cairo: Fayoum, Wadi El Rayan, and Wadi al Hitan 4x4 Tour

⏱ 8 hours · 4.5 (108)

Embark on a thrilling 4x4 adventure in Fayoum with departure from Cairo. Explore Wadi El Rayan, Wadi al Hitan, and more. Enjoy serene landscapes and prehistoric fossils, for an…

from €207 per person

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From Cairo: 4x4 Desert Safari, Waterfalls & Magic Lake

From Cairo: 4x4 Desert Safari, Waterfalls & Magic Lake

⏱ 10 hours · 4.9 (59)

Escape Cairo for a full-day Fayoum adventure. Enjoy a thrilling 4x4 desert safari, visit Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls and Magic Lake, try sandboarding, and enjoy an authentic Egypti…

from €106 per person

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Cairo: Bahariya Oasis & White Desert 3-Day Private Adventure

Cairo: Bahariya Oasis & White Desert 3-Day Private Adventure

⏱ 3 days · 4.4 (43)

Private Adventure to the White Desert, and experience Bahariya Oasis, Black Desert, El-Marssos Mountain, Crystal Mountain, and more on a 3-day trip with meals, and accommodation.

from €217 per person

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3 Days 2 Nights Visit White Desert & Bahariya From Cairo

3 Days 2 Nights Visit White Desert & Bahariya From Cairo

⏱ 3 days · 4.2 (33)

Embark on an awe-inspiring 3-day, 2-night journey through the wonders of Egypt's White Desert and Bahariya from the bustling city center of Cairo.

from €223 per person

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Cairo to Fayoum 4X4 Safari Waterfalls & Valley of the Whales

Cairo to Fayoum 4X4 Safari Waterfalls & Valley of the Whales

· 4.8 (30)

Nestled amidst the arid landscapes of Egypt, the Fayoum Oasis stands as an oasis of serenity and natural marvels. This unique destination boasts the breathtaking Wadi El-Rayan.

from €105 per person

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From Cairo: El Fayoum Private Day Trip with Lunch

From Cairo: El Fayoum Private Day Trip with Lunch

⏱ 12 hours · 4.7 (18)

Take a private day tour from Cairo to El Fayoum and discover the sights of the Wadi Hitan Protected Area. Admire the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Whales, and enjoy sandboarding a…

from €190 per person

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Bahariya Oasis, Black and White Desert Tour from Cairo

Bahariya Oasis, Black and White Desert Tour from Cairo

⏱ 2 days · 4.7 (17)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Egypt with our Overnight Tour to Bahariya Oasis. This tour allows you to visit the stunning Black and White Desert, known for its unique rock…

from €323 per person

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4-Day Bahariya Oasis and African Sahara Camping Adventure.

4-Day Bahariya Oasis and African Sahara Camping Adventure.

⏱ 4 days · 4.9 (13)

This excursion will take you to Bahariya Oasis in the Western Desert and then out into the surrounding desert to see the unique regions known at the Black and White Deserts in a…

from €420 per person

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Giza Pyramids &Felucca Ride on the Nile from Alexandria Port

Giza Pyramids &Felucca Ride on the Nile from Alexandria Port

⏱ 12 hours · 4.7 (9)

Exciting Day Tour of Giza Pyramids and a Felucca Ride on the Nile\nEmbark on an unforgettable journey from Alexandria Port with our exciting day tour .

from €129 per person

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From Cairo: El Fayoum Pyramids of Hawara, El Lahun & Meidum.

From Cairo: El Fayoum Pyramids of Hawara, El Lahun & Meidum.

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (8)

Explore the famous El Fayoum pyramids on a day trip from Cairo with a private guide and transport. See Hawera Pyramid, El Lahon Pyramid and Maydoum Pyramid on a full-day tour.

from €262 per person

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From Cairo: Alexandria Catacombs, Library & Qaitbay Citadel

From Cairo: Alexandria Catacombs, Library & Qaitbay Citadel

⏱ 12 hours · 5.0 (6)

Explore Alexandria from Cairo with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman Theater of Kom El-Dikka, and Qaitbay Citadel.

from €80 per person

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Cairo: Fayoum Desert Safari, Wadi al-Hitan & Sandboarding

Cairo: Fayoum Desert Safari, Wadi al-Hitan & Sandboarding

⏱ 10 hours · 5.0 (5)

Discover the Fayoum desert on a guided tour from Cairo or Giza. Explore Wadi al-Hitan, enjoy a 4x4 dune drive, try sandboarding, and savor a Bedouin-style lunch at a desert camp.

from €135 per person

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Cairo: 2-Day White Desert, Bahariya Oasis & El-Fayoum Tour

Cairo: 2-Day White Desert, Bahariya Oasis & El-Fayoum Tour

⏱ 2 days · 5.0 (3)

Discover the White Desert, Bahariya Oasis, and the city of El-Fayoum on tours across 2 days from Cairo. Admire the rugged beauty of the desert surroundings and the historic site…

from €406 per person

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5 Day Siwa & Bahariya Oases African Sahara Camping Adventure

5 Day Siwa & Bahariya Oases African Sahara Camping Adventure

⏱ 5 days · 4.0 (3)

Enjoy tours to Siwa, Bahariya, and White Desert with a guide. See and experience Egypt on an all-inclusive, multi-day trip.

from €872 per person

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From Alexandria Port: Giza Pyramids, Citadel & Khan Khalili.

From Alexandria Port: Giza Pyramids, Citadel & Khan Khalili.

⏱ 12 hours · 3.9 (2)

Step into ancient Egypt from Alexandria Port. On a guided private day tour with comfort transfer and an authentic lunch, visit the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Citadel, and Khan El Kh…

from €221 per person

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4 Days Trip to El-Fayoum, White Desert and Bahariya Oasis

4 Days Trip to El-Fayoum, White Desert and Bahariya Oasis

⏱ 4 days · 4.3 (2)

Early morning pick up from your hotel with. Drive to Fayoum oasis & White desert & Bahariya Oasis. Enjoy some fresh air away from the bustling capital.

from €643 per person

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Luxury Customizable Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo

Luxury Customizable Day Tour to Alexandria from Cairo

⏱ 1 day · 5.0 (1)

Explore Alexandria on a private tour from Cairo with a guide and driver. Visit the Qaitbay Citadel, the Roman amphitheater of Kom El-Deka, and the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.

from €69 per person

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From Cairo :Private 5 Days 4 Nights to Gara Cave Desert Tour

From Cairo :Private 5 Days 4 Nights to Gara Cave Desert Tour

⏱ 5 days · 3.0 (1)

Bahariya Oasis and set out for 3 nights of camping and sight seeing in the desert. Travel by 4×4 to see the White Desert, the Black Desert, Ain Khadra, and Gara Cave.

from €807 per person

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6 Days to El Fayoum Oasis, White Desert and Bahariya Oasis

6 Days to El Fayoum Oasis, White Desert and Bahariya Oasis

⏱ 6 days · 5.0 (1)

Explore Egypt's desert on a 6-day trip from Cairo to Luxor. See the luscious Fayoum and Bahariya Oases, get panoramic views from Mudawara Mountain, and see the historic Bagw…

from €1,161 per person

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5-Day Western Desert Circuit with Meals & Lodging

5-Day Western Desert Circuit with Meals & Lodging

⏱ 6 days 0

Explore Egypt's Western Desert on a 5-day 4x4 safari from Cairo. Visit Bahariya, the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, the White Desert, Farafra, Dakhla, and Kharga.

from €891 per person

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Cairo: 14-Day Pyramid, Oasis, & Luxor Trip

Cairo: 14-Day Pyramid, Oasis, & Luxor Trip

⏱ 14 days 0

Discover the highlights of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan on a 14-day trip from Cairo, visit the Bahariya Oasis, Dakhla Oasis, and Farafra Oasis.

from €4,402 per person

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Good to know: The pyramids are in Giza, not central Cairo. Multi-day Nile cruises normally operate farther south around Luxor and Aswan, rather than sailing continuously from Cairo.

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Frequently asked questions

Are the pyramids in central Cairo?

No. The Giza Plateau lies west of central Cairo in Giza. Traffic matters more than the distance, so allow substantial time between downtown, Giza and the airport.

Can Giza and Saqqara be visited in one day?

Yes, many full-day tours combine them, sometimes with Memphis or Dahshur. It is a long sightseeing day; a half-day Giza tour is the calmer choice.

Which Cairo museum should I choose?

The Grand Egyptian Museum is beside Giza and focuses on ancient Egypt; the Egyptian Museum is at Tahrir; NMEC in Fustat covers Egyptian civilization across eras and houses the royal mummies.

Does Cairo have a beach?

No sea beach. Cairo is inland on the Nile. Ain Sokhna on the Gulf of Suez is sold as a day trip, but it involves a long road journey and is not a Cairo city beach.

Do multi-day Nile cruises leave from Cairo?

The familiar multi-day sightseeing cruises operate much farther south, mainly between Luxor or Esna and Aswan. In Cairo, book a short felucca ride or dinner cruise instead.

How long is a day trip to Alexandria?

Tours commonly plan about ten hours including the road journey. Traffic can lengthen the day, so check the pickup district and the promised return time before booking.

Pyramids tickets from €37.06 · available today

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