The Best Art History, Museums, and Cultural Organized Tours in Africa

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

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Prepare yourself for an extraordinary journey with one of these amazing art history and museum tours in Africa. Our extensive research of holiday packages and organized guided tours has led us to uncover the finest journeys available, carefully analyzed from a diverse range of offerings from highly regarded travel companies. Every aspect, from pricing and guest ratings to service quality, destinations, and activities, has been taken into account. Whether you're an experienced explorer or venturing to new places for the first time, these thoughtfully selected art history and museum tours promise an unforgettable adventure in Africa.


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 10 Days, $2090.00

  • 11 Days, $1795.92

  • 15 Days, $1991.24
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The Best Art History, Museums, and Cultural Tours through Africa

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by Explore! 10 Days Cairo to Luxor 10 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 16 to 85
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $193

This tour visits Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, and Valley of the Kings.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Transfer services
  • Local Guide
  • River Cruise
  • Religious Sites
  • Temples
  • Walking Tour
  • Fully Guided

By Explore!
Explore! Is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$1,930
on TourRadar

Organized by Journaway 11 Days Rome to Cairo 3 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Independence: immerse yourself in the culture with self guided travel.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 15
Price per Day: $163

This tour visits Rome, Athens, Cairo, Memphis, Saqqarah, and Giza.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Self-Guided
  • Walking Tour

By Journaway



$1,796
on TourRadar

Organized by Timeless Tours 15 Days Cairo to Amman 13 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Undersea Explorers
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.4 rating

Age Range: 17 to 44
Maximum Group Size: 37
Price per Day: $133

This tour visits Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada, Amman, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Dead Sea.

  • Snorkelling
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Beach
  • Camping
  • Local Guide
  • Religious Sites
  • Temples
  • Fully Guided

By Timeless Tours
Timeless Tours is a smaller tour company that offers trips to 3 countries, including Egypt, Jordan, and Morocco. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as diving, camping, and snorkelling.



$1,991
on TourRadar

Organized by Beyond The Nile Tours 8 Days Start/End in Cairo 10 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 10 to 77
Maximum Group Size: 30
Price per Day: $244

This tour visits Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Esna, Edfu, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Philae, and Agilkia Island.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Local Guide
  • River Cruise
  • Temples
  • Fully Guided

By Beyond The Nile Tours
Focusing on Egypt and Jordan, Beyond The Nile Tours is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$1,950
on TourRadar

Organized by Expat Explore Travel 9 Days Start/End in Cairo 11 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Undersea Explorers
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.4 rating

Age Range: 10 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 50
Price per Day: $133

This tour visits Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Aswan, Agilkia Island, Kom Ombo, Philae, Edfu, Abu Simbel, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, and Hurghada.

  • Snorkelling
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Beach
  • Local Guide
  • Temples
  • Fully Guided

By Expat Explore Travel
Expat Explore Travel is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$1,195
on TourRadar

Organized by Travel Talk 14 Days Amman to Cairo 15 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Local Transit: ride the rails and experience the local trains.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers
  • Foodies

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Age Range: 18 to 59
Maximum Group Size: 42
Price per Day: $210

This tour visits Amman, Ajloun, Jerash, Wadi Rum, Petra, Kerak, Shobak, Dead Sea, Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Abu Simbel, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Valley of the Kings.

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Train & Rail
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Shopping
  • Dinner & Show
  • Boat
  • Camping
  • Local Guide
  • River Cruise
  • Religious Sites
  • Temples
  • Fully Guided

By Travel Talk
Travel Talk is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$2,942
on TourRadar

Organized by On The Go Tours 10 Days Start/End in Cairo 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 24
Price per Day: $173

This tour visits Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Philae, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, and Valley of the Kings.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Temples
  • Fully Guided

By On The Go Tours
On The Go Tours is a large multi-national travel company which offers trips to destinations around the world. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$1,725
on TourRadar

Organized by Vacations to go travel 10 Days Start/End in Cairo 5 Destinations
  • On Sale: 40% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 10 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $190

This tour visits Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • River Cruise
  • Temples
  • Fully Guided

By Vacations to go travel
Vacations to go travel is a smaller tour company that offers trips to 4 countries, including Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, and United Arab Emirates. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$2,650 $1,590
on TourRadar

Organized by Flo Tours 9 Days Start/End in Cairo 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for art history and museum tours in Africa.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 7 to 95
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $263

This tour visits Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Local Guide
  • Religious Sites
  • Temples
  • Sailboat
  • Fully Guided

By Flo Tours
Flo Tours offers local cultural tours through Egypt, Turkey, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and others. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$2,095
on TourRadar

Organized by Booking Tours 14 Days Tel Aviv to Cairo 26 Destinations
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 55
Price per Day: $278

This tour visits Tel Aviv, Megido, Nazareth, Mount Precipice, Capernaum, Tiberias, Kafar Kanna, Caesarea, Haifa, Galilee, Rosh Hanikra, Mount Tabor, Acre, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Masada National Park, Dead Sea, Eilat, Petra, Wadi Rum, Massada, Cairo, Aswan, Philae, Kom Ombo, Giza, Edfu, Saqqarah, Esna, Luxor, and Valley of the Kings.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Museum
  • Local Guide
  • River Cruise
  • Religious Sites
  • Temples
  • Sailboat
  • Fully Guided

By Booking Tours
Booking Tours offers local cultural tours through Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Palestinian Territory, and others. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$3,896
on TourRadar

Why does Africa appeal to history and art lovers?

Africa is a treasure trove for art history enthusiasts, with its iconic museums, historic art movements, and architectural marvels. Fez and Marrakesh offer plenty of amazing museums and sights to explore. The romance, charm, and excitement of Marrakesh and Fez makes them very popular with couples looking for a romantic trip. Across a variety of destinations and historical periods, Africa's rich artistic heritage captivates travelers.

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How much do art history and museum tours in Africa cost?

The average daily price of Art History, Museums, and Cultural Tours in Africa is $304 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Art History, Museums, and Cultural Tours in Africa here.


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Which Tour Companies Offer Art History, Museums, and Cultural Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer art history and museum tours in Africa. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

On The Go Tours

On The Go Tours is a large multi-national travel company which offers tours to destinations around the world. Many of their tours visit Europe and Africa. Some of their most popular destinations include Egypt, Great Britain, Morocco, and India. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category. Travelers usually enjoy the tour activities such as camping, wine tasting, whale watching, island hopping, snorkelling, camel riding, dolphin watching, kayaking, diving, white water rafting, quad biking, horse riding, and cooking classes.

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Booking Tours

Booking Tours offers local cultural tours through Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Palestinian Territory, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 3 days to 3 weeks. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.

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Vacations to go travel

Vacations to go travel is a smaller tour company that offers tours to 4 countries, including Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, and United Arab Emirates. Certain tours offer the flexibility to be adapted to your unique needs. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.

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Travel Talk

Travel Talk is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Bulgaria, Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.

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Art History, Museums, and Cultural Destinations in Africa

Wondering where art history, museums, and cultural tours visit in Africa? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in Africa include Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Kom Ombo, and Giza.


Art History, Museums, and Cultural Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

Before deciding to book a tour or handle the planning yourself, it's important to consider the aspects of each travel style.

Pros
  • Guides offer expert insights into art and history.
  • Access to lesser-known stories and details.
  • Skip-the-line access to popular sites or museums.
  • Organized itineraries save time and effort.
  • Opportunities to ask questions and interact.
  • Group tours often include transportation.
  • Visits to curated highlights ensure you see the best.
  • Learn cultural context for deeper appreciation.
Cons
  • Group settings may feel impersonal or distracting.
  • Fixed itineraries limit flexibility.


Pros
  • Freedom to choose your favorite museums and landmarks.
  • Explore at your own pace without feeling rushed.
  • Tailor your itinerary to your specific interests.
  • Spend more time at off-the-beaten-path locations.
  • Flexibility to adjust plans as you go.
  • Enjoy a more personal, intimate experience.
Cons
  • Researching locations takes time.
  • Risk of missing important context or details.
  • Navigating transportation to multiple places can be tricky.
  • Long lines or limited access without advanced booking.
  • Harder to discover hidden stories or significance.
  • No expert to answer your questions on-site.
  • Overwhelming number of options to choose from.
  • Requires managing tickets, hours, and reservations yourself.


Which is cheaper?

Can you save money by traveling independently instead of joining guided art history and museum tours? It's not a simple yes or no. Tours usually include key expenses such as lodging, transportation, meals, entry fees, guides, and activities, which you'd need to manage and pay for individually on your own trip. To figure out the difference, compare the total tour price with the cost of making your own arrangements. Depending on your choices—like opting for budget hotels or premium dining—the cost of a tour might be higher or lower. Be sure to examine the tour inclusions carefully when comparing.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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