WHAT EXPECT
You’ll start your day bright and early when our team comes to your hotel in Hurghada to pick you up for a trip to Cairo. The drive takes about 5 to 6 hours, so you’ll have plenty of time to nap in the comfy, air-conditioned car. Don’t forget to ask your hotel for a breakfast box before you leave (own expense). Once you get to Cairo, your first stop will be the Grand Egyptian Museum!
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum near Cairo is a major achievement in archaeological preservation and cultural exhibition. Its vast structure is one of the world’s largest archaeological museums. It will house over 100,000 artifacts, including the full collection from Tutankhamun’s tomb displayed together for the first time. The museum features advanced conservation labs and interactive exhibits, offering an immersive experience of Egypt’s cultural heritage.
Pyramids of Giza
Once we finish exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum, we’ll make our way to the famous Giza Pyramids, just outside Cairo. This awesome place is home to three giant pyramids: the Great Pyramid built for King Khufu, another for King Khafre, and a third for King Menkaure. These massive structures were put together over 4,500 years ago, during a time called the Fourth Dynasty. Besides the pyramids, you’ll also find lots of ancient tombs and even the ruins of a village where the workers who built the pyramids used to live.
Great Sphinx
Our next stop is the Great Sphinx of Giza, a giant statue made from limestone that looks like a creature with a human head and a lion’s body. You’ll find it lying down on the Giza Plateau, staring straight ahead from west to east. People think the face was modeled after the pharaoh Khufu. The Sphinx was first carved out of rock, but later, people fixed it up with extra limestone blocks. It’s huge—about 240 feet long, 66 feet tall, and 62 feet wide! One thing you’ll notice is that its nose is missing, and no one really knows why.
Once we finish exploring these ancient wonders, we’ll grab a tasty lunch at a nice restaurant in Cairo. After that, we’ll have some time to shop for souvenirs before heading back to Hurghada.
IMPORTANT NOTE
When we go on group trips, we follow the rules from the Ministry of Tourism to keep everyone safe and comfortable. Here’s how it works:
- We can have 08 people on a bus that can fit 13.
- We can have 15 people on a bus that can fit 22.
- We can have 40 people on a bus that can fit 55.
No bus can leave Hurghada for Luxor or Cairo with more people than these limits. The cost of the group tour is based on these official numbers.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Door-to-Door Hurghada Transfers: Enjoy seamless round-trip air-conditioned transportation directly from your Hurghada hotel or resort to Cairo.
- The Iconic Giza Pyramids: Marvel at the world-famous Pyramids of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre, and Menkaure—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple: Stand face-to-face with the legendary Sphinx and explore the ancient mummification site of Pharaoh Khafre.
- Treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum: Explore world-renowned Pharaonic antiquities, including royal mummies and ancient golden artifacts.
- Expert Egyptologist Guide: Gain deep historical insights with a dedicated, licensed Egyptologist guiding you through Egypt’s rich ancient history.
- Authentic Egyptian Lunch: Savor a delicious, freshly prepared lunch at a top-rated local restaurant overlooking Cairo’s iconic landmarks.
TOUR INFORMATION
- Schedule: Everyday
- Departure Location: Pick-up available from all hotels in Hurghada (El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, & Soma Bay upon request)
- Destination: Cairo & Giza, Egypt
- Duration: Full-Day Excursion (16 to 18 Hours)
- Types: Small-Group Day Trip
- Guide Languages: English (German, French & Russian upon request)
- Pickup Time: We’ll let you know what time we’re picking you up from the hotel the day before the tour!
- Our Tourism License Number: 1569. Check our Travel License here
IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED
- Bring hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes
- Advisable to wear jacket on winter evenings
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSION
Included:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hurghada.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Qualified Egyptologist English guide.
- Lunch at a good quality restaurant.
- Entrance fees of the mentioned sightseeing.
- All service charges and local taxes.
Excluded:
- Travel insurance.
- Gratuities.
- Tour guides are available in (French – German – Russian) for an additional fee of $10 per person.
- Pick-up from (Sahl Hasheesh – Makadi Bay- El Gouna) extra charges 10$ per person.
- Pick-up from (Soma Bay – Safaga) extra charges 15$ per person.
CHILDREN POLICY
- 00:00 – 05.99 Free
- 06:00 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
- 12+: Pay full tour price
- If your tour includes domestic airfare, an extra charge for the child rate may apply.
- Will pay the Child price of the trip to our representative at the beginning of the tour.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Sign up for the tour at least a day in advance to allow us time to prepare.
- Travelers can send their own pickup location.
CANCELLATION POLICY
You can cancel up to 24 hours before your experience for a full refund.
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- To receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before your experience begins.
- If you try to cancel with less than 24 hours to go, you won’t get a refund.
- You can’t make any last-minute changes in that final 24-hour window.
- Remember, all these times are based on the local time where the activity happens.
Take a minute to check out the Terms & Conditions and Cancellation Policy before you book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How long is the drive from Hurghada to Cairo?
A. The drive from Hurghada to Cairo takes approximately 4.5 to 5 hours each way (around 450 km / 280 miles) via the modern El Galala highway. Transfers are conducted in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles with planned rest stops along the way.
Q. What is included in the Cairo day tour from Hurghada?
A. The tour includes round-trip air-conditioned hotel transfers from Hurghada, an expert licensed Egyptologist guide, entry tickets to the Giza Pyramids plateau, The Grand Egyptian Museum, and a freshly prepared lunch at a local restaurant.
Q. How early does the Cairo day trip start, and when do we return?
A. Pick-ups usually begin early in the morning between 1:30 AM and 2:30 AM from your Hurghada hotel to maximize your time in Cairo. You will typically return to your hotel around 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Q. Can I book this Cairo tour from El Gouna, Makadi Bay, or Soma Bay?
A. You can totally join this Cairo tour even if you’re staying in places like El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, or Safaga. They’ll even pick you up right from your hotel for a little extra cost.
Q. What should I wear and bring on a day trip to Cairo?
A. Wear comfortable walking shoes and lightweight, breathable clothing. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, a power bank for your phone, cash (EGP) for personal spending or tipping, and a passport copy for security checkpoints.
Mari Oliver –
The tour was great. We had a private guide. Everything went smooth and without any problems.
The guide had a lot of knowledge about everything he showed us in Cairo and it was easy to see, that he was interested in these things. That’s what made the tour exceptionally good.
Lunch was very good. Local Egyptian food in a nice place.
Can absolutely recommend this tour!