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Explore Egypt with Expert Guides
Private tours with Egyptologist Mohamed Arafa and our team of specialist guides.
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Our team
Meet Mohamed Arafa & His Expert Team
Egyptologist and archaeologist at the Giza Pyramids, working with our team of specialist guides.
- 01Works as an archaeologist at the Giza Pyramids today
- 02Took part in the ScanPyramids project (2017) and the Giza tombs documentation (2013)
- 03Studied Egyptology at Cairo University; tour guide since 2021
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Ways to Explore Egypt
Full-day and half-day tours from Cairo and Giza, evening trips on the Nile, and holiday packages to Luxor and beyond.
Popular tours
Handpicked Experiences
Some of our most booked tours, with live prices.
Day TripGrand Egyptian Museum—Full Day Tour from Cairo
A full day at the Grand Egyptian Museum beside the Giza pyramids, with time for the Tutankhamun galleries and the Grand Staircase, and hotel pickup in…
PackageGuided Tour of Luxor and Karnak Temples
A guided visit to Karnak, the great temple of Amun, and Luxor Temple in the heart of the city, with pickup from your hotel or Nile…
Half DayDinner Cruise at night on the Nile
Two hours on the Nile in Cairo with dinner on board, a belly dancer, a folklore show and music, with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Signature trips
Archaeology Trips
Archaeology trips from our program list. Ask us for dates and prices.
8 hours
Saqqara Archaeological Day Tour
A full archaeology day at Saqqara.
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Minya Archaeological Trip
Beni Hasan, Tell el-Amarna and Tuna el-Gebel.
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From Cairo to Abu Simbel
Giza, Saqqara, Meidum, Minya, Abydos, Dendera and Luxor by road, then 5 days on a dahabiya from Esna to Aswan and Abu Simbel, and a flight back to Cairo.
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Private Guide at the Pyramids and the GEM
An Egyptologist guide for your own visit to the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
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Special Offers
Our current offers, with live prices.
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Special OfferCairo by night
See Cairo after dark: an evening through downtown and the old city, with its cafes and lit-up streets, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
Special OfferDay Trip to the Pharaonic Village
A boat ride and walk through the Pharaonic Village in Giza, where actors in costume show how the ancient Egyptians farmed, built and lived.
Special OfferCairo at night by Felucca on the Nile
A sail on the Nile in central Cairo on a traditional felucca, by night under the city lights or by day, with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Special OfferEgyptian Museum, Citadel, & Khan El-Kalili
The Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square, the Citadel with the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and the Khan El Khalili bazaar in one day.
Why travel with Off To Egypt
More Than Just a Tour
Specialist Guides
A team of specialist guides, with Egyptologist Mohamed Arafa, an archaeologist at the Giza Pyramids.
No Hidden Expenses - No Tricks
Clear prices from the start, with no surprises on the day.
Private Trips Around You
Private tours across Egypt, planned around your dates and interests.
Travelers love Egypt
Customer Reviews
We booked our Cairo tour with Arafa and it was an incredible experience. Arafa is not just a tour guide. He is an archaeologist with a deep knowledge of Egyptian history, and it shows. …
We had an amazing experience with Mr.Arafa during my visit to the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Not only was he incredibly professional and friendly, but he is also an archaeologist, which made the entire tour even more fascinating. …
I booked my trip through Off to Egypt and it was honestly one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. Our tour guide, Mohamed Arafa, was amazing very knowledgeable, friendly, and made everything so easy and enjoyable. …

Custom travel plans
Let's Plan Your Perfect Egypt Trip
Tell us your ideas, dates and interests, and our travel team will put together an itinerary just for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take pictures and videos everywhere?
Photography is generally not prohibited. Still, most historic squares and museums charge a fee for taking photos, but this doesn’t usually apply to your camera phone. Except in the Egyptian Museum and in the Valley of the Kings where photography is absolutely prohibited. With Egypt tours you make unforgettable memories and take lots of photos. Our guides in Cairo, on the Nile cruises or on Lake Nasser cruises will help you further. – Egyptians are known for tolerance and hospitality. Basically, most Egyptians are inclined to take photos. Nevertheless, you should ask for consent beforehand, especially if you want to photograph women or private things. There is an absolute ban on photography a
Can I bring a drone to Egypt?
The short answer is no, and don’t bring any pieces of your drone either. You will not get through customs without losing your equipment. Flying drones is not allowed anywhere in the country of Egypt. According to the Egyptian Aviation Act under Article 46, sentence 8: “No unmanned aircraft is allowed to fly or to work in the territory of the State unless by permission of the Civil Aviation Authority. – In all cases, using unmanned aircrafts is prohibited as per the rules of the Air and Air Traffic outlined in this respect
Is Egypt safe for female tourists?
Many women travel alone and have found that they have been safe. The police, tourist police, and army are always close by, and the Egyptians themselves are generally safe and will try to protect solo travelers. – Although the chances of being confronted are almost negligible, please ensure that you take the same precautions that you would anywhere else and do not be tempted to walk in deserted areas alone
Can unmarried couples stay together in Egypt?
Foreign unmarried couples can stay together in Egypt. Egyptian or Arabian unmarried couples are not allowed to stay together, as it is illegal. The same goes for an Egyptian man/foreign woman or Egyptian woman/foreign man, as it is illegal for them to stay in a hotel together.
Why should I book with a Travel agency and not by myself
When you search the internet for reservations and transfers or hotels directly, without the help of agencies, you may have several surprises. Some of them can turn into disappointments. So having someone accredited by your side, who can protect you from these situations, is really necessary for your tranquility and security – Travel agents now differentiate themselves by offering a curated, hands-on, and personalized service. A good travel agent can: Connect you with trusted tour operators they’ve worked with before Find the perfect airfares, rental cars, and cruise ships/cruise lines to fit your itinerary Help you save money with exclusive upgrades, discounts, and perks that aren’t availabl
Travel tips and guides
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