Activities in Egypt
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Private Tour: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, Sakkara
6 - 8 hours (Departs Cairo, Egypt)
by Viator
Step back in time to the days of ancient Egypt on a private tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, the necropolis of Sakkara and the former capital,…Not LP reviewed
from USD$83.00 - All activities
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Private Felucca Tour: Elephantine Island
2 hours (Departs Aswan, Egypt)
by Viator
With artifacts which date back to the predynastic periods, Elephantine Island is one of the most ancient sites in Egypt. Spend a few hours exploring the largest…Not LP reviewed
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Private Tour: Kalabsha Temple on Lake Nasser
3 hours (Departs Aswan, Egypt)
by Viator
On the banks of Lake Nasser lies Kalabsha Temple, an often overlooked jewel of Aswan. Your Egyptologist guide is waiting to take you on a private tour to the…Not LP reviewed
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Private Tour: High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk
2 hours (Departs Aswan, Egypt)
by Viator
Take a private tour to see a modern and an ancient engineering marvel in Aswan when you visit the High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk. See two of Egypt's…Not LP reviewed
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Private Boat Tour: Soheil Island
3 hours (Departs Aswan, Egypt)
by Viator
To learn about the Nubians you must spend time with them. This private tour to Soheil Island lets you meet and spend time with Nubian people in their…Not LP reviewed
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Hod Hod Suleiman
Hod Hod Suleiman offer early morning balloon flights over Luxor's West Bank. The prices are not fixed, and it definitely pays to bargain, particularly out of season.
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Private Tour: Hurghada City Sightseeing
3 hours (Departs Hurghada, Egypt)
by Viator
The best way to find your bearings when arriving in a new city is to take a city tour. This three-hour trip with your own private guide is the perfect way to…Not LP reviewed
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Sky Cruise of Egypt
Sky Cruise of Egypt offer early morning balloon flights over Luxor's West Bank. The prices are not fixed, and it definitely pays to bargain, particularly out of season.
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Fun Planet
Fun Planet is an indoor amusement centre offering loads of rides and games and will appeal to teenagers. Citystars Centre also has a big indoor fun park.
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Bir al-Ghaba
One of the most satisfying springs to visit is Bir al-Ghaba. It's quite a trek to get out here, but there is nothing quite like a moonlit hot bath on the edge of the desert.
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International Language Institute
A cheaper option is to study at the International Language Institute. This offers courses in modern standard Arabic and Egyptian colloquial Arabic over eight levels.
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Motorboats
Motorboats and feluccas (per hour around £E30) can be rented at the landing opposite the Tourist Office for trips along the river and to Banana Island, which is good for a picnic.
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Samia Allouba Dance & Fitness Centre
Samia Allouba Dance & Fitness Centre, in Mohandiseen, organises group dance courses. Costs for lessons vary depending on the size of your group and the length of time.
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Red Sea Desert Adventures
This extremely professional safari outfit is run by Dutch geologist Karin van Opstal and her Austrian partner, and offers tailor-made walking, camel and jeep safaris throughout Eastern Desert.
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Private Tour: St Simeon's Monastery
3 hours 30 minutes (Departs Aswan, Egypt)
by Viator
Join a camel ride to the southern tip of Elephantine Island where you will find St Simeon's Monastery, an ancient, abandoned fortress monastery mostly built…Not LP reviewed
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Bir al-Ramla
The hot sulphurous spring of Bir al-Ramla is very hot (45°C) and suitable for a soak, though you may feel a bit exposed to the donkey traffic passing to and fro. Women should stay well covered.
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Private 4WD Jeep Safari and Hiking in the Colored Canyon
10 hours (Departs Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt)
by Viator
Let your 4WD vehicle take you across the desert sands to Abu Galum and the colored canyons. Hike among the rocky mountains enjoying the many colors reflecting…Not LP reviewed
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Cairo Photography Walking Tour: Souqs, Mosques and Palaces
by Viator
Discover the ancient winding city streets of Cairo, Egypt, the cradle of civilization. Take a tour of Islamic Cairo visiting historic Fatimid era gateways to…Not LP reviewed
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Private Felucca Tour: Aswan Botanic Gardens
2 hours (Departs Aswan, Egypt)
by Viator
Sail on a felucca to the Botanic Gardens on Kitchener Island with the company of a qualified Egyptologist guide. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the island…Not LP reviewed
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Shaati al-Gharam
A good beach. In summer several boats leave from near Hotel Beau Site to go across the bay to Cleopatra's Beach and Shaati al-Gharam. Taxis will charge to bring you here and wait while you enjoy the beach.
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Karnak Travel
Government-run travel agency that offers a range of classic good-value tours in and around Luxor, with English-speaking guides, at fixed prices. It’s at the tourist office opposite the train station.
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Private Tour: Sinai Jeep Safari, Abu Galum Snorkeling, Camel Ride and Bedouin Lunch
12 hours (Departs Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt)
by Viator
Take a jeep safari, snorkel the Blue Hole, ride a camel and go bargain shopping in Dahab on a private day trip from Sharm el Sheikh. If your time in Egypt is…Not LP reviewed
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Fathy el-Menesy
To hire a taxi for the day and dispense with a guide, the friendly Fathy el-Menesy owns a well-maintained Peugeot and speaks English. He charges between around £E200 and around £E250 for a full day.
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Philae Temple Sound and Light Show with Private Transport
90 minutes (Departs Aswan, Egypt)
by Viator
A visit to Philae Temple at night to attend the Sound and Light Show is a magical experience. The floodlit buildings are silhouetted against the volcanic rocks…Not LP reviewed
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Ramses Hilton Mall
Pool and snooker are popular in Cairo. Many venues are in the wealthier suburbs away from the city centre. The most central snooker and pool halls are on the top floor of the Ramses Hilton Mall.
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Bedouin BBQ in the Egyptian Desert by 4x4
8 hours (Departs Hurghada, Egypt)
by Viator
Take a 4x4 adventure safari in the missing parts of Egypt, where you can discover the beauty of Egypt's oasis and deserts. Meet Bedouin people and learn about…Not LP reviewed
from USD$35.00