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...
EXCELLENTBased on 89 reviewsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.olivia sellar2024-05-29A big thank you Annmarie and Ganun for being such welcoming hosts. Your work in horse rehabilitation is truely inspiring. Your horses are trustworthy, endurant and overall a pure pleasure to ride. I really hope I get to come back, inshallah.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Aly Coyle2024-05-07A really fantastic experience. Annmarie and Ganun were incredible hosts and made every effort to ensure an amazing trip. They created such a great atmosphere that it really felt more like just being out riding with good friends than being on an organised tour. The horses are beautiful and so well cared for and it is clear that the whole team are really passionate about the horses and their welfare. They treat each horse with obvious care and affection and take the time to make sure each one is happy and healthy. The guides are just brilliant, they take beautiful photos and videos and are always vigilant, they take their roles seriously but are always smiling. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of horse riding in Egypt!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Claudia M2024-04-29Ich war zum zweiten Mal mit Horses & Hieroglyphs in Ägypten und es war wieder ein unvergessliches Erlebnis. Es fühlte sich an wie nach Hause zu kommen und ich habe mich riesig gefreute alle wiederzusehen, sowohl das herzliche Team als auch die tollen Pferde. Wir hatten eine komplett maßgeschneiderte Tour und es war alles perfekt. Alle unsere Wünsche konnten umgesetzt werden. Ich hoffe, dass ich in naher Zukunft erneut zu Annmarie und Ganun reisen kann, da es immer noch so viel neues und aufregendes zu entdecken gibt.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Isabelle Kunz2024-04-25Hands down the best travel tour experience of my life. Annmarie and Ganun absolutely were the highlight our trip with their genuine hospitality, love for Egypt and their horses. All of their animals are incredibly well cared for and their rescue mission is inspiring. They take great care in matching their horses to the riders, we had all levels of riders on our tour and everyone had a great time on the fun and well trained horses they were paired with. Furthermore, their tours are the perfect blend of authentic cultural immersion, adventure and comfort. I will never forget our gallops through Luxor’s dunes and walks through the bustling streets, incredible temple tours and the best Egyptian food you’ll ever taste. I cannot recommend this company more to anyone traveling in Egypt and seeking the adventure of a lifetime.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Haneul Kim2024-04-22I don't know if it is always private tour or i was just lucky to do this private tour. My tour guide was very friendly and passionate! He also knows how to take photo and videos! He even take video while he is riding horse he look back to take video of me! There are many horse riding activities you can choose, and they are very fast responding to your questions. They do not start counting the time from the time they pick you up but actual time that you started horse riding! So it was full time horse riding. He also gave me a tea and cold water after the horse riding. I could see rural areas of luxor, walk with horse next to Nile river, watch hot balloons.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.please p.2024-04-21This is an exceptional experience in Cairo and Luxor, Egypt I could have ever asked for. Other than what I impressed how H&H team determine to help those poor horses to get back in shape, they, especially AnnMarie, organize the perfect fit schedule for us also. Every activities were well thought through. You wouldn't be too bored or too tired for the entire trip. Though we chose Ancient Adventures program, but you could customize to anything that fits you, actually. I would give all the credit in the world to Annmarie and H&H :). She can design and manage anything that match with your desires. Even you don't wanna do horseriding! But not us 😀.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Trevan Signorelli2024-04-14Would highly recommend booking your Egypt adventure through Horses & Hieroglyphs! H&H provided a seamless experience upon arrival, organizing drivers, meals, tour guides, etc. which allowed us to just enjoy the trip. We had a packed and diverse itinerary - the many historical sites, incredible food, camping in the desert, horse back riding through the village / agricultural fields, boat rides on the Nile, and the more fast paced lifestyle in Cairo - and we just scratched the surface of what Egypt has to offer. The H&H staff, tour guides, and drivers were all so friendly and accommodating and excited to show us around Egypt!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Parkpoom Prapasawudi2024-04-14Amazing experiences Amazing people Amazing horses Amazing gallopping Amazing sunsets Amazing sunrises Amazing hosts ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Sara Signorelli2024-04-02A great, unforgettable experience. Horses and Hieroglyphs create a customizable experience for sight-seeing and riding in Egypt. They are flexible based on your interests and able to accommodate different riding experience levels. The staff are clearly dedicated to the horses’ wellbeing as well as making sure we got to see all the best sights on our week long trip!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Allison Butler2024-03-30If you’re looking for an unforgettable trip, look no further. Annmarie organizes all the guides, rides, and transportation, so you can take in every piece of the trip. The organization is doing important work by rehabilitating horses so they may live out their lives happy and well taken care of! At the same time, they are hosting people to experience Egypt. Thanks for a great trip!!