Egypt · 1-DAY TOURS

Top 15 1-Day Tours in Egypt

31 tours  ·  from $15 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 1-day tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb - The desert drive from Hurghada or Safaga
1-Day Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours in Luxor, Valley of the Kings & Luxor West Bank

Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb

1.Luxor Day Trip from Hurghada Small Group & Tutankhamun Tomb

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,366 reviews · 14 hours · from $95Our pick

Spend a demanding but rewarding day traveling from Hurghada or Safaga to Luxor in a small minivan. Visit Karnak, Hatshepsut’s temple, the Valley of the Kings, Tutankhamun’s tomb if selected, and the Colossi of Memnon. Guides such as Christine Isaac, Romany Hanna, Karam, and Smiley bring the monuments to life.

“Over all great trip, the guid was very kind and good english. Very happy.”

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From Aswan: Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup - A 4 a.m. start and the long desert transfer
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From Aswan: Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

2.Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,807 reviews · 10 hours · from $70

Travel from Aswan to Abu Simbel by air-conditioned group vehicle, then explore the monumental temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari. Choose transport only or add entry and a guide. Guides including Waleed Adnan, Ahmed Abdelwahab, Mido, and Mostafa are praised for clear explanations, humor, and helpful care throughout the long day.

“Mustafa wasgreat guide he explained all things ,I will recommend for solo the people,he is thebest in all thelife”

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Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane - The Egyptian Museum before the pyramids
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Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

3.Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,415 reviews · from $275

Fly from Hurghada to Cairo for a full day at the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, and Khan el-Khalili. Your guide, often praised guides such as Ahmed Hassan, Sherif, or Ahmed Wahib, handles transport, tickets, lunch, and airport transfers. Optional extras include the Great Pyramid, camel ride, Nile cruise, photographer, and scarf.

“Mohammed Amin was very knowledgeable and made the trip very enjoyable he’s expertise really made the trip amazing. Definitely recommend”

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Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip - Sunrise over the Egyptian desert
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Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip

4.Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,271 reviews · from $93

Leave Hurghada before sunrise for Cairo with an air-conditioned van, two drivers, and an Egyptologist guide such as Sarwat, Mo, or Ahmed Hassan. Visit the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, eat lunch at a local restaurant, and add a Nile boat ride or Great Pyramid interior visit if selected.

“The tour was extremely well organised, the day flowed really smoothly giving plenty of time for each activity. Ahmed the tour guide was very knowledgeable and just amazing all round. He really made the day special, always going above and beyond, making sure we were comfortable at all times and had plenty of water and shade. We couldn’t recommend this tour enough.”

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Hurghada: Orange Bay Day Trip with Water Sports and Lunch - Orange Bay has the postcard setting
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Hurghada: Orange Bay Day Trip with Water Sports and Lunch

5.Orange Bay Day Trip with Water Sports and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,746 reviews · from $26

Join FTS Travels for a full-day yacht trip from Hurghada to Orange Bay. You’ll snorkel at two reef sites with guides such as Hisham, Khalid, Alex, and Kareem, enjoy an Egyptian buffet lunch, and ride a banana boat or sofa boat. Hotel pickup, gear, drinks, and island entry are included.

“Despite experiencing a shaky start to the trip due to anxiety from an overly animated taxi driver and a few close calls on the road, I ended up having an amazing experience. Navigating through boats was a bit challenging for me, especially with my balance issues and the heightened anxiety from the ride. However, once I managed to get past that hurdle, everything turned out to be truly wonderful. The trip itself and the tour guides were fantastic, and visiting Orange Bay was a highlight of the journey. Just a word of advice: it's a good idea to have a watch or phone handy for keeping track of time, as…”

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From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs, Citadel Day Trip with Lunch - Entering the Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs
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From Cairo Alexandria Catacombs, Citadel Day Trip with Lunch

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,312 reviews · 10 hours · from $87

Travel from Cairo to Alexandria in an air-conditioned vehicle with an Egyptologist guide. Visit Kom El Shoqafa Catacombs, Serapeum, Pompey’s Pillar, Kom El-Deka’s Roman theater, and Qaitbay Citadel, then enjoy seafood by the Mediterranean. Guides such as Kholoud, Ayman, Heba, and Manal have led recent departures.

“Menal was an excellent guide. Very well spoken English. Very knowledgeable. Catacombs were cool. Citadel was great photo spot over the Mediterranean Sea. Lunch was good. Highly recommended.”

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1-day trip to Cairo with flight from Hurghada / Makadi Bay / Soma Bay / El Gouna - Meeting your guide after the flight
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1-day trip to Cairo with flight from Hurghada / Makadi Bay / Soma Bay / El Gouna

7.1-day trip to Cairo with flight from Hurghada / Makadi Bay / Soma Bay / El Gouna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,193 reviews · from $185Top rated

Fly from Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay, or El Gouna to Cairo for a tightly packed day at the Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Nile, and possibly Khan Al-Khalili. Guides such as Fahmi and Ahmed lead the day, with flights, transfers, lunch, entry fees, and bottled water included. Expect an early start and a late return.

“We had a fantastic trip to Cairo! Everything was well-organized, and we felt safe throughout the entire experience. Upon arrival, we were greeted by our guide, who stayed with us for the whole day. He was knowledgeable, funny, and really made the day enjoyable. We were also provided with unlimited water, which was great and helped us stay hydrated in the heat. The food was also very good. One small tip: bathroom breaks can be a bit far apart, so make sure to go when you have the chance. Unfortunately, our return flight was canceled, but we were lucky to be rebooked on another one quite quickly. We were only…”

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From Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane - Giza Plateau, where the day reaches its peak
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From Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

8.Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,186 reviews · from $293

Fly from Hurghada to Cairo for a tightly planned day at the Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili, and optional Nile boat ride. English, German, Spanish, Russian, French, and Italian guides are available. Guides such as Ahmed Hassan, Reem, and Sherif are praised for clear explanations and attentive care.

“Great experience - very nice staff (guide and driver - thank you Mo 🙂), very good transport by 8ppl minivan and very precise timing. We strongly recommend.”

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Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo - Starting at Bibliotheca Alexandrina
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Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo

9.Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 991 reviews · from $20

Travel from Cairo to Alexandria with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and an Egyptologist guide. See the catacombs, Roman ruins, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Qaitbay Citadel, Islamic landmarks, and Montazah Gardens. Expect a long day, short stops, and possible extra charges for lunch, entry fees, or airport-area pickup.

“A long but very rewarding day to this remarkable City. Excellent tour guide and driver. Good value for money. Recommended.”

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Hurghada Day Trip to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum and lunch - The Great Sphinx and Valley Temple
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Hurghada Day Trip to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum and lunch

10.Hurghada Day Trip to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 820 reviews · 18 hours · from $93

Leave Hurghada around 2 AM for a full Cairo day with an Egyptologist guide. See the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley Temple, and Egyptian Museum, with lunch included. Guides such as Esraa Shaaban, Ayman Fawzy, Ahmed Zaki, and Bassant have led recent departures. The long drive is the trade-off for seeing Egypt’s great ancient sights in one day.

“Really helpful and kind drivers, tour guide was super informative. Highly recommend!!”

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Day trip from Sharm el Sheikh to Cairo by plane - Key points to know before booking
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Day trip from Sharm el Sheikh to Cairo by plane

11.Day trip from Sharm el Sheikh to Cairo by plane

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 743 reviews · from $257

Fly from Sharm el Sheikh to Cairo for a packed day at the Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and possibly Khan Al-Khalili. Guides such as Ahmed add clear historical context and humor. Lunch, flights, transfers, entrance fees, and bottled water are included, while camel rides, the Nile boat, drinks, and some shopping stops cost extra.

“A very well organized trip starting with the communication the day before via Whatsapp, to the transfer to the airport, the pick up at Cairo airport and then the day itself. Ahmed was our guide for the day and was very passionate and knowledgeable about virtually everything. We arrived early in Cairo so jumped on a boat to cruise up the Nile for a bit. Then to the old museum before it opened so we were amongst the first to go in. Time flew inside and couldn't believe we spent 2 hours inside with Ahmed guiding us. You could spend all day in there given the chance. A new museum…”

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VIP Day Trip to Cairo by Bus with Top Tour operators - The Egyptian Museum and its Tutankhamun treasures
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VIP Day Trip to Cairo by Bus with Top Tour operators

12.VIP Day Trip to Cairo by Bus with Top Tour operators

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 739 reviews · from $130

Travel from Hurghada to Cairo by air-conditioned minibus or coach with hotel pickup, a local guide, lunch, and stops at the Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and a perfume shop. Guides such as Ahmed, Mamdouh, and Shrouq help manage the long day, while snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, and bathroom stops make the road trip easier.

“Ahmed and Mama were two of the best people to of had on this trip! very knowledgable and excellent at what they do!! highly recommend this trip to anyone with these guys!!”

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Luxor: Abu Simbel Temple Private Guided Day Trip with Lunch - What the 15-hour day really feels like
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Luxor: Abu Simbel Temple Private Guided Day Trip with Lunch

13.Abu Simbel Temple Private Guided Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 546 reviews · 15 hours · from $148

Travel from Luxor to Abu Simbel in a private air-conditioned car, meet a local guide such as Mustafa or Ahmed Achraf, tour the temples, eat lunch in Aswan, and return the same day. Expect an early start, roughly 10 to 12 hours on the road, and about two hours at the monument.

“Mou (aka Mahmoud Haggag) was truly the best Egyptologist we could’ve hope for! Very detailed and precise explanations on all the sites we visited. The visit includes all the main points on interest of Luxor and its whereabouts. Get ready for a long but very satisfying day! Thank you Mou”

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Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane - The Egyptian Museum before the pyramids
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Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

14.Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 513 reviews · 14 hours · from $300

Spend 14 hours traveling from Hurghada to Cairo by plane with hotel transfers, a private English-speaking Egyptologist, lunch, and guided visits to the Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili. Optional extras include the Great Pyramid, Grand Egyptian Museum, and a felucca ride. Guides include Hesham, Noura, Mostafa, Ahmed Rabea, and others.

“Abdul was our tour guide and was really knowledgeable and we had a great time on the trip, would definitely recommend.”

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Snorkeling Day Trip to White Island and Ras Mohamed from Sharm - Two snorkeling stops in Ras Mohamed
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Snorkeling Day Trip to White Island and Ras Mohamed from Sharm

15.Snorkeling Day Trip to White Island and Ras Mohamed from Sharm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 428 reviews · from $35

Travel by yacht from Sharm el Sheikh to two Ras Mohamed snorkeling sites and White Island. Guides such as Ahmed and Mohamed Hosny help beginners in the water, while the crew serves lunch, soft drinks, tea, coffee, and water. Snorkeling gear, towels, sunscreen, and sunglasses cost extra.

“Friendly staff. Good meal. Comfortable boat. The white island is really beautiful. Highly recommend.”

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