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 110 reviews Patricia Allison2025-01-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was an epic trip! It was the perfect balance of riding, exploring ancient temples and tombs, and cruising the Nile on a beautiful Dahabiya! Annmarie and her team ensured that we were able to experience Egyptian culture while having excellent accommodations and meal experiences! Our private tour guide in Answan/Luxor was not only extremely knowledgeable about ancient Egyptian history and mythology, he was passionate about it! The horses were fabulous - light, responsive, and very adept at navigating the busy streets of Luxor. One of the best experiences I have ever had (and I've traveled ALOT!)!!! Patrick Capolsini2025-01-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Des gens très sérieux, de beaux chevaux qui ont été sauvés de mauvais traitements, un guide cheval très attentif et surtout une très très jolie promenade dans la campagne et les superbes temples. Je recommande très vivement. Joel Tobler2025-01-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is a great company with an amazing mission. Really glad we were able to support them and go on a ride with beautiful scenery and kind guides! Gabriela S.2025-01-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was one of the nicest horseback rides I ever had 😊 the stables are nice, they also rescue horses from dire situations, now they are amazing, our guide was polite and kind and we loved to ride in the beautiful countryside by the Nile ✨ I couldn’t recommend it more! A must do if you love horses and you’re in Luxor. Rafal Kedzierski2025-01-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Today, we went horseback riding at Horses and Hieroglyphs Stable in Luxor. All the horses are rescues, and the team there has done an incredible job nursing them back to health. The horses are calm, friendly, and well cared for. If you ever have the chance, I highly recommend this place. It’s a lot of fun, and by visiting, you’ll also be supporting an amazing group of people dedicated to rescuing horses in Egypt. Yins W.2025-01-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A wondrous experience, some of the best moments of my 2024 and perhaps my life too! My husband and I were originally only supposed to do a 2-day trek with camping in the desert but I ended up booking an additional 3 rides on different days, as I could not get enough! H&H did a fantastic job of catering to my requirements and offering a brilliant holiday. Annemarie was clear in her communication style and never made me feel that any request was too big, helping to organise transfers and tours tailored to our specifications and other plans. Guides, transfers and activity scheduling was very punctual and the service offered was professional. The selection of horses is broad, and Annmarie was able to select horses to suit our needs. She kept us informed of any quirks and specific ways to ride them. They do some important horse rescue work too and it was valuable to see in person how well-cared for the horses are at the stables. We rode Crystal, Leila and Warda, they were sweet natured and fun to ride. The guides and team were all so lovely and made us feel right at home! They also organised some great archaeology sessions with Ahmed, taking us to visit the Ramesseum and Deir el-Medina. Ahmed offered great explanations about the sites too and was engaging in his delivery of some fascinating facts and stories. Nobi, our horse riding guide, rescued a jacket that went flying off me when I was galloping, made us feel very safe and reassured and showed us some of his favourite places. He is kind and is a great rider. Luxor is really a stunning place, comprising of amazing landscapes, history and magical sites. H&H does a fantastic job of bringing it altogether alongside horses. The desert camping was magical too, we were able to see such a beautiful night sky and just see an endless horizon of sand and rock. Absolutely epic! Lauranne Variengien2024-12-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I found Annmarie online and booked direct. That was an awesome experience. The best time, I've had riding. Experienced riders will definitely love their time riding these horses. I would definitely recommend them and wish I lived closer to be able to come often. Holly McCormack2024-12-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Incredible trip to Luxor! Amazing horses, they were completely bomb proof, well behaved, healthy and well cared for. Prince was perhaps one of the most dreamy horses I have ridden. Annemarie ensured they were perfectly suited to our experience and the type of horse we wanted to ride along with making us feel welcome and answering all our questions and catering to our needs. Camping in the desert was a highlight. We had amazing food throughout our stay in Luxor and saw amazing historical sights with knowledgeable guides. The trip ran smoothly and I thoroughly enjoyed every second! It exceeded my expectations. Mike Ryan2024-12-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Anna Meer2024-12-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience! 100% custom made in the moment, high quality in all aspects, strong recommend! :)