The 6 Best Ancient Ruins Day Trips in Egypt

1.Abu Simbel Temple Day Trip with Hotel Pickup

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

Review of the Aswan to Abu Simbel day trip, covering transport, guides, temple highlights, price, timing, comfort, and practical booking advice.

“Although a long drive (3hrs x 2) to Abu Simbel with only a couple of hours there, it really was worth it! The tour operator picked us up and dropped us off all as arranged and was lovely! The tour guide was absolutely fabulous, what a nice guy and very knowledgeable. We felt completely safe, secure and comfortable during our excursion and this tour company is highly recommended.”

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2.Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum Day Trip

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

Review of the Hurghada to Cairo day trip, with Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, transport tips, costs, and practical advice.

“We recently did a day tour from Hurghada to Cairo and had a fantastic experience. The tour company was excellent from start to finish Our drivers were very helpful and friendly, making the long early-morning journey comfortable. The vehicle was modern and very comfortable for such a long trip. In Cairo, our guide, Dier, was outstanding so knowledgeable, friendly, and made the history come alive while showing us the pyramids and other incredible sights. What really stood out was the professionalism and care from the whole team. Even when my daughter accidentally left her shoes in the van, the company was quick and helpful in sorting things out. We truly…”

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

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

Review of the Hurghada to Cairo day trip, with Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, lunch, transport, costs, and practical tips.

“Ehab Hoba our tour guide was amazing! He was so knowledgeable and the experience was incredible. The early start was tough but we managed to sleep a bit on the way. This experience is a must if you are in Egypt!”

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4.Abu Simbel Temple Private Guided Day Trip with Lunch

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

Review of the private Luxor to Abu Simbel day trip, with transport, guide, lunch, temple highlights, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“my tour guide was hani. he is very good guide. transportaion was comfortable and prefect. everything was on time and clear. good food as well.”

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5.Private Tour: Day Trip to the Pyramids and Sphinx from Cairo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · from $42Best value

Review of a private Cairo tour to Giza’s pyramids and Sphinx, with an Egyptologist guide, private car, lunch option, and camel ride.

“Very good tour. Our guide, Heba, was very Nice and carefull and explain all things very well. Our driver, Gazafi, was very kind too.”

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6.Valley of The Kings and Hatshepsut Temple Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 55 reviews · from $64

Explore Luxor’s Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Memnon Colossi with a private guide, air-conditioned transport, and flexible booking.

“Great, I visited everything, and the driver and guide were super friendly and helpful.”

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