Horse Riding Tours in Egypt
Welcome to Horses & Hieroglyphs!
Discover Egypt from a unique perspective: between the ears of one of our rescue horses! H&H is an Egyptian and American owned company based in Luxor, Egypt offering riding holidays, day rides, and custom tours. If you crave adventure, exciting horseback experiences and deeply authentic travel, then you are in the right place. Our immersive holidays are designed to show you the very best of riding and sightseeing in Egypt. Whether you're an advanced equestrian or a complete beginner, you are welcome to come explore Egypt's ancient landscapes and incredible history with our well-mannered horses. Not only will it be an unforgettable adventure, but by riding with us you will be supporting our important rescue work in Luxor. We hope to see you on one of our riding trips soon!
Egypt is an incredible horseback riding destination, and our holidays take full advantage of all it has to offer.
Choose from one of our itineraries or get in touch to customize your trip.
Why Ride with H&H?
History on Horseback
What better way to see the sights than from the saddle? Luxor is known as the largest open-air museum in the world and can easily be explored by horseback. Venture through the hills around the Valley of the Kings and ride up to ancient temples. In Cairo, you can check off a bucket-list ride with a once-in-a-lifetime gallop at the Pyramids of Giza!
Help Rescue Horses
Our beautiful Baladi horses each have a story. They all come from difficult backgrounds of abuse or neglect and have been given a second chance to heal and thrive in a new life. Changing the stories of local horses in need is the motivation behind our tours. When you book a ride with us, you are helping us continue our rescue work.
See more about our rescue work here.
Ride Across Ancient Lands
The striking landscapes of Egypt make for exciting riding excursions. Galloping in vast deserts, trekking through the mountains of ancient Thebes, swimming in the Nile River and the Red Sea, cantering through lush farmland, and trotting through rural villages – No matter what kind of riding you’re looking for, you’ll find it here!
Authentic Cultural Experiences
We encourage you to fully immerse yourself in the rich culture and welcoming community. Homecooked meals, visits to local markets, and performances of traditional Egyptian music are all on the agenda. Maybe even learn a little Arabic! We want you to feel like a local while you’re here.
A Personal Touch
We pride ourselves on our personalized tours. We’re very flexible and will do all we can to make sure you check off everything on your bucket list, so don’t be shy to make requests! We want to give you a customized experience so you get the most out of your time on holiday. Even if you only ride with us for a few hours, our goal is to create lasting memories and connections. Come as a tourist and leave as an honorary Egyptian!
What Our Guests Say...
EXCELLENT Based on 124 reviews Linda Lancaster2025-03-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Heidi McElroy2025-03-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team at Horses & Hieroglyphs was wonderful to the group of 27 that toured Cairo, Luxor and Hurghada. I joined the group for 10 days of the adventure and had a fabulous time. Traveling with food allergies is a challenge but Horses & Hieroglyphs accommodated my allergy at every meal. Bottled water was always available upon request at the hotels and the staff was friendly and informative. The group included people who had visit Egypt in past years. Horses & Hieroglyphs provided options for first and second time visitors. Highlights included visits to the Giza Pyramids, Valley of the Kings, and Hatshepsut Temple. We also had the opportunity to take a hot air balloon ride where we saw Hatshepsut Templet from the air! A sun set ride on the Nile was beautiful and dinner in the desert was fun. I had an opportunity to ride one of the horses in the desert. As a beginner horse rider, it was an incredible experience and hope to make it back one day to take a longer horse back ride! Thank you for the experience Horses & Hieroglyphs, it is one I will treasure for the people I met and the shared experience of exploring Egypt! Dave Sted2025-03-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The crew at H&H is the best in Luxor. This is the best way to visit and see everything there is to offer. Even if riding isn't your thing, they can organize tours and schedule everything you could need strress free and enjoyable. D C2025-03-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the stunning sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor’s many treasures, to the fabulous sunset river cruise along the majestic Nile river, it was clear that every detail would not only be taken care of by Horses & Hieroglyphs, but it would make for the trip of a lifetime! And their horse stables - just WOW! 26 magnificent horses for every level from first timers to expert riders. Horses & Hieroglyphs curates each experience to your interests -Tours of pyramids and tombs are all led by knowable guides with history degrees … shopping local products such as textiles, papyrus and alabaster is done with tours by experts who explain the culturally accurate production. From the moment you’re picked up from the airport, you are guided through a trip that will undoubtably exceed your imagination! gabe edge2025-02-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and I had an amazing trip put together by Horses and Hieroglyphs! We got to see so many sites around Egypt and we learned so much from their very knowledgeable, hand picked, tour guides. Truly an amazing experience that I would recommend for everyone! Renee Eddy2025-02-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing adventure across Egypt. This team put together an amazing trip and we will be back again! Thank you! Elizabeth Edge2025-02-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An experience of a lifetime! Everything was taken care of, from transportation, to tours, to shopping. I could not have imagined a better trip and I have truly fallen in love with Egypt. Thank you for planning such an amazing time and I hope to return again soon! Gecko2025-02-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Un centre équestre exceptionnel à Luxor, des personnes très qualifiées prenant soin de leurs chevaux, une très agréable balade avec un excellent guide qui nous a fait découvrir les rives du Nil. Très bonne expérience que je conseille fortement. Merci à vous. Paul Kraske2025-02-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend this great experience! Riding horses at the Pyramids is a once in a lifetime experience you will be describing to all your friends and family. Annemarie makes is super easy and super fun! From online booking, to meeting up and through the ride itself - she was calm, friendly and knowledgeable. Cairo is a little chaotic (a little?) and doing this with Annemarie took all the stress out of it. And she sent pictures afterwards! Five stars! JIHEE YUN2025-02-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The host and staff were all incredibly kind. I really appreciated their effort in assigning me a horse that suited me well. Throughout the long journey in the desert, they provided meticulous support to ensure a comfortable and safe ride without any injuries, which was truly touching. The guide’s explanation of the history was also very detailed. I felt deeply connected to Egypt’s history, and the journey with the horses made the experience even more special. This translation keeps the tone warm and natural while making it sound fluent in English. Let me know if you’d like any adjustments!