Top Cairo Art & Culture

Enjoy a spectacular evening of entertainment with this 2-hour Pyramid Light and Sound Show experience in Cairo, with private round-trip transfers included. Travel to the Giza Plateau by private, air-conditioned vehicle and witness this world-famous sound and light extravaganza. Watch as the pyramids and Sphinx are illuminated in multi-colored lasers and visual projections, and listen to the booming music and commentary emanating from the Sphinx that tells the stories of ancient Egypt and the pyramids. Afterward, relax with your private transfer back to your central Cairo or Giza hotel.

Spare yourself the stress of negotiating Cairo after dark with this convenient private door-to-door package to the Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramids. Discover the majesty of ancient Egypt and famous figures such as Tutankhamun as lights and sound play across pyramids, Sphinx, and desert. Then relax as your private driver chauffeurs you to your hotel.

Enjoy a whole new experience of the Pyramids of Giza by watching the Sound and Light Show—one of the best evening activities around Cairo. Learn about the history of the pyramids during the entertaining show and get close to the Sphinx and other pyramids to take pictures. Included Cairo hotel pickup and drop-off make this a seamless experience.

Rewind to ancient Egypt with this full-day private tour to Giza, Sakkara and Memphis. With your own Egyptologist guide, admire the magnificent pyramids at Giza. After learning about these age-old tombs and the Sphinx, leave Cairo to see the Sakkara pyramid, an extraordinary stepped tomb known as Egypt’s oldest pyramid. Lastly, continue to Memphis to discover the UNESCO-listed ruins of ancient Egypt’s capital, including a giant statue of Ramses II. Enjoy a flexible itinerary on this private tour, and upgrade to include lunch and entry to Giza’s Solar Boat Museum.

Experience Cairo’s very best on a private, full-day tour that takes in ancient sites, artifacts, and a bustling bazaar. Ride a camel through the sand beside the soaring pyramids at Giza and go toe-to-toe with the enigmatic Sphinx. Pause for lunch before visiting the Egyptian Museum and explore the stunning collection of artifacts, mummies and royal treasures with your guide. Then continue to the Khan el Khalili bazaar to browse vibrant displays of fabrics, handicrafts, and antiques.

Cairo is a foodie’s dream, with hundreds of places to sample Egyptian cuisine. Maximize your time in the city and find the best eats possible with the help of a local guide. Venture away from the packed tourist spots and discover the more authentic establishments where locals dine. Snacks and nonalcoholic beverages are included.

See the world’s only surviving ancient wonder light up at night during this multimedia show. Sit in front of the Great Pyramids of Giza and listen to the history of ancient Egypt with image projections on the monument. Take photos of the projections during this 1-hour show as you sit back and enjoy complimentary snacks.

Traveling to Cairo without seeing the Great Pyramids of Giza and infamous Sphinx is like traveling to Paris without making a stop at the Eiffel Tower. Experience the best of this incredible and ancient city on a private tour of Cairo. Follow your own Egyptologist through all the highlights and enjoy personalized attention as your tour the city’s most iconic destinations. The flexibility of a private tour means you can decide how much time to spend at each of the sites, insuring a truly memorable experience.

Witness the Giza pyramids, the Egyptian Museum and Khan el-Khalili bazaar on this full-day tour of Cairo, with a private Egyptologist guide. See the ancient pyramids and Sphinx at el-Giza; and discover the mysteries that surround these age-old monuments. Visit the atmospheric Egyptian Museum to see the treasures of Tutankhamun, including his gold death mask and coffins. Then, finish with time at the colorful Khan el-Khalili bazaar to barter for bargains. Enjoy a flexible itinerary that can be tailored to your interests, and upgrade to enjoy lunch during your tour.

Discover the ancient art of Papyrus making during this 2-hour workshop in Giza. Take a tour of Egypt’s Papyrus Institute and learn about how the ancient Egyptians used brittle stalks to create paper with which to write on. Watch how the ancient paper is made, from start to finish, during a presentation at the museum and then browse through a number of hand-painted works for a quality souvenir.

Experience the very best of ancient Egypt on a tour that follows the Nile Valley from Cairo to Abu Simbel, with stops at some of the country’s most remarkable places. Immerse yourself in Cairo’s bustling streets, cruise the Nile River between Aswan and Luxor, pause at magnificent riverside temples, then climb into the Great Pyramid at Giza. With a mix of guided tours and independent time to explore on your own, this remarkable trip is a fun, flexible introduction to the wonders of the ancient world.

See the pyramids of Giza come alive in a 1-hour sound and light show, and experience Egypt’s history and mythology on a family-friendly tour. Depart from your Cairo or Giza hotel, and hear the stories behind the ancient monuments; watch floodlights wash the pyramids and the sphinx in brilliant color then finish the night with a return transfer.   

Discover the mosques and madrasas of one of the world’s oldest Islamic cities on a customizable, private tour of the city with a local guide. Explore historic Cairo, a UNESCO site that was founded in the 10th century, and see how the city’s tradition, art and architecture braid together in the narrow streets. Learn about life in the city while taking in the rich scents, sights and sounds of the Egyptian capital.

See the Pyramids of Giza at their most atmospheric, as you watch the mesmerizing Giza Sound and Light Show. Travel to the pyramids at night, then watch as the ancient wonders are brought to life with spectacular light effects, lasers, and dramatic music, with narration by the Sphinx.

Discover the legendary city of Alexandria on a private tour from Cairo, and discover the traces of ancient Egyptians and Roman armies. Descend into the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa to see fascinating artworks that blend two cultures, visit Pompey’s Pillar, then take in views from the 15th-century fortifications at the Citadel of Qaitbay. Explore the city’s new library—a tribute to the library that burned in antiquity—then enjoy lunch before returning to Cairo.

See the Pyramids of Giza lit up at night for the dramatic Giza Sound and Light Show. As light beams are cast onto the ancient wonders, you’ll hear the story of Egypt and its important eras through history. The popular evening experience is available with a private pickup and drop-off service from hotels in Giza and Cairo for a relaxing evening.

An excellent value for the money, this outing features hotel pickup and drop-off and an evening of Egyptian folkloric music and entertainment at the stunning Wekalet el Ghouri Arts Center. Enjoy music from local Egyptian musicians and a dance performance that showcases the country’s rich heritage. Whirling Dervish dancers top off the night before heading back to your hotel. Note: the show is available only on Saturday, Monday, and Wednesday.

Discover one of the world’s ancient wonders on a private tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Learn about the rich history of ancient Egypt from your tour guide as you explore the 4,500-year-old structures either on foot or by camel ride—at an additional cost. After getting your fill of Egyptian history, shop for souvenirs at the local bazaars with your guide to complete your tour.

Marvel at Cairo’s UNESCO-listed treasures on a small-group tour of the city’s historic churches. Explore Coptic Cairo and the famous Hanging Church; visit the Cave Church, the Church of Santa Barbara, and Church of Saint Sergius; and learn more about Cairo’s rich religious history and heritage.

Step back in time to ancient Egypt on a private tour of the Egyptian Museum Cairo with a private, Egyptologist guide. View the star attraction — the treasures of Tutankhamun — and let your guide introduce you to the highlights of the Egyptian and Roman collections. Admire Tutankhamun’s gold death mask, coffins and chariot; view age-old mummies of Egypt’s kings, and see other pharaonic furnishings and items as your guide recounts their history. With thousands of artifacts on show, a visit to the Cairo Egyptian museum can be overwhelming without a guide.

See how traditional Egyptian cartouches are made on this half-day tour in Cairo. Listen as your guide explains the craftspeople's processes to make traditional cartouches from 18-karat gold and silver. Get the chance to order one for yourself with your name engraved directly from the artisans; these charms make for a perfect Egyptian souvenir.

Step into an ancient Egyptian landscape with a half-day, private tour of the pyramids at Giza and the Great Sphinx from Cairo. Enjoy the flexibility of a personal tour guide and private car as you explore the iconic sites, and hear stories about the kings, priests and workers who built the pyramids.