Private Cairo Tours with Egyptologist Guides
The heart of Egypt, home to the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the treasures of the Pharaohs.
Travel Joy Egypt runs private Cairo tours with your own licensed Egyptologist guide, so your group sets the pace and never shares a bus. If the Pyramids are your priority, start with our private Giza Pyramids tours with an Egyptologist. For everything else, the half-day, full-day, layover and evening tours below cover Cairo's main sights.
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Cairo & Giza Tour Prices
| Tour | Duration | From / person |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Egyptian Museum Tour | Full Day | $75 |
| Cairo Stopover Tour | Full Day | $105 |
| Cairo City Day Tour | Full Day | $55 |
| Giza Full Day Tour | Full Day | $40 |
| Cairo's Best: Pyramids, GEM & NMEC Tour | 1 Day | $75 |
| Birqash Camel Market Day Tour | 1 Day | $55 |
| Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise with Entertainment | 1 Day | $55 |
| Cairo Airport Layover: Museums & Bazaar Tour | 1 Day | $135 |
| Cairo Stopover Tour: Pyramids & Museum | 1 Day | $90 |
| Giza Pyramids Camel Ride Experience | 1 Day | $60 |
Prices are starting-from, per person, and vary with season, hotel class and group size. Every Cairo & Giza tour is private and fully customizable — request a tailored quote.
Must-See Attractions in Cairo & Giza
Giza Pyramids
Marvel at the last surviving wonder of the ancient world, where the Great Pyramid of Khufu dominates the desert skyline.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
Explore the world's largest museum devoted to a single civilisation, set beside the Giza Plateau and home to the complete Tutankhamun collection among over 100,000 artifacts.
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Lose yourself in Cairo's labyrinthine market, where spices, lanterns, and handicrafts evoke a timeless Arabian Nights vibe.
Salah El Din Citadel
Commanding Cairo's skyline, this medieval fortress offers panoramic views and the stunning Muhammad Ali Mosque.
Coptic Cairo
Wander through ancient churches, synagogues, and cobbled lanes in Egypt's historic Christian heartland.
Al-Muizz Street
Stroll through Islamic Cairo's living museum, lined with Mamluk-era mosques and madrasas glowing at sunset.
Top Sites & Experiences in Cairo & Giza
Planning Your Trip to Cairo & Giza
Everything you need to know about visiting Cairo & Giza with Travel Joy Egypt.
1Are Cairo day tours private, and what is included?
2How much do Cairo tours cost per person?
3How far are the Pyramids of Giza from central Cairo?
4Is the Grand Egyptian Museum worth visiting?
5Can I take a Cairo tour during an airport layover?
6Can you visit Luxor on a day trip from Cairo?
7What is the best time of year for a Cairo tour?
8Can I take a Nile dinner cruise in Cairo?
9Are Cairo tours safe for families and solo women?
10What should I wear at Cairo's mosques and historic sites?
11Can you take a day trip to Alexandria from Cairo?
12Are your Cairo tour guides licensed?
What Travelers Say About Our Cairo & Giza Tours
“Travelling with Travel Joy Egypt was one of the best decisions I have made. From the first contact the team was incredibly attentive, professional and passionate about what they do.”
“My first time travelling solo as a woman in Egypt, including night trips and internal flights — I never imagined I would feel this safe. Travel Joy's drivers, guides and leaders are punctual, professional and friendly.”
“During our 4 days in Egypt we had a wonderful experience thanks to the excellent management of Travel Joy. From the very beginning everything was perfectly organized, with personalized attention.”
“An incredible experience exploring Cairo and Giza with Karim and Mito from Travel Joy Egypt. Karim was super friendly, easy to talk to, and incredibly knowledgeable about every place we visited.”
“We travelled with Travel Joy in October. Our agent Karim, who supported us in Cairo, was very friendly, helpful and always attentive. The private vans they use are very comfortable.”
“This trip was spectacular. Travelling with Travel Joy was perfect — they really fulfilled everything they promised and more. The service was a 10/10.”
“I told the agency what I wanted to visit and they made me a tailor-made stay, all-inclusive, at a better price than many competitors. Kero was incredibly responsive, helpful and caring throughout.”
“We visited many museums, the pyramids, mosques, the Nile River and the markets. The guides Karim and Mito are true professionals. It is very safe to be with them — you feel like family.”
“A great experience on our 5-day trip with Travel Joy. The best thing about this agency is that they helped us resolve the typical problems of travelling in Egypt — overpriced hotels, transport and souvenirs.”
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Last updated: 5 November 2026
Key Takeaways
Key facts about our private Cairo tours:
- Included on our Cairo day tours: an Egyptologist guide, a driver with an air-conditioned car, pickup from your hotel and back, and a bottle of water.
- Tickets and lunch: entrance tickets are included in the price. Lunch is included on the Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum Tour, the Cairo City Day Tour and the Cairo Stopover Tour.
- Time in Cairo: most travellers stay 2 to 3 days, then fly south to Luxor and Aswan.
- Best season: October to April, when days are warm and evenings cool.
Which Cairo Tour Is Right for You?
The table sorts our Cairo tours by what you want to see.
| Tour type | Example | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Giza and the Pyramids | Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum Tour | First-time visitors |
| City sights | Cairo City Day Tour | History and museum lovers |
| Museums | Grand Egyptian Museum Day Tour | Travellers short on time |
| Airport layover | Cairo Stopover Tour | A long wait between flights |
| Day trips | Memphis, Saqqara & Dahshur Day Trip | Travellers who have already seen Giza |
| Evening tours | Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise | Couples and families after a day out |
With only 1 day, pick the tour that covers the sight you would least like to miss. Each tour listed above shows its current price per person.
Why Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum?
Choose the Grand Egyptian Museum if Tutankhamun is your priority. It stands next to the Giza plateau and displays his complete collection, alongside more than 100,000 other artefacts. Our Grand Egyptian Museum day tour with the Pyramids pairs the museum with the Pyramids and the Great Sphinx on the same day.
How Many Days Do You Need in Cairo?
Most travellers need 2 to 3 days in Cairo. With 2 days, follow Days 1 and 2 below. A third day adds Coptic Cairo and the river:
- Day 1, Giza: the Pyramids, the Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum on our private Giza Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum tour.
- Day 2, Islamic Cairo: the Salah El Din Citadel, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar on our private Islamic Cairo tour. Ask us to add Al-Muizz Street.
- Day 3, Coptic Cairo and the river: the Hanging Church and the old churches of Coptic Cairo on our private Coptic Cairo day tour, then a Nile dinner cruise in the evening.
Heading on to Luxor and Aswan? Our 7 days Egypt tour packages from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan combine all 3 cities in one trip.
Day Trips from Cairo: Saqqara, Dahshur and Alexandria
Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur are the usual day trips from Cairo. They need a day of their own, separate from your Giza day, so choose the private Memphis, Saqqara and Dahshur day trip.
Alexandria, on the Mediterranean coast, is about 3 hours each way by road, so it needs a full day. Ask us to plan it as a separate day.
Evening Tours: Nile Dinner Cruise
After a day of sightseeing, you can add an evening tour. Our evening Nile dinner cruise in Cairo serves dinner on the river with live entertainment.
We can arrange your hotel transfer for the dinner cruise.
Cairo Layover Tours from the Airport
A layover tour, also called a stopover tour, shows you Cairo between flights, with airport pickup and drop-off by private car. The full-day Cairo stopover tour from the airport includes the Pyramids, so it suits a long layover. If you prefer museums and the bazaar, ask us about the Cairo Airport Layover: Museums & Bazaar Tour and tell us how long your layover is.
A layover tour works in 3 steps:
- Send us your flight times and the sights you want, and we plan the day around them.
- Once your Egypt visa is sorted, meet your guide at the airport.
- Return to the airport with your driver in time for your next flight.
How to Book Private Cairo Tours
Send your dates, your group size and the sights you want through our enquiry form for Cairo tours. We reply with the tours that fit and the price for your group.
Already in Egypt? Message Travel Joy Egypt on WhatsApp +20 106 023 3393 and we will tell you which private Cairo tours we can arrange at short notice.
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