Journey from Hurghada to Cairo for a full-day adventure exploring the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Grand Egyptian Museum with an expert guide.
Journey from Hurghada to Cairo for a full-day adventure exploring the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Grand Egyptian Museum with an expert guide.
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Please note that the Grand Egyptian Museum follows special operating hours during Ramadan:
Fly from Hurghada for a whirlwind Cairo day trip to see some of its most famous sites.
Fly from Hurghada for a whirlwind Cairo day trip to see some of its most famous sites.
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Exclusions
The plateau holds three Great Pyramids (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure), the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, one of Egypt's best-preserved mortuary structures.
Recommended duration: 2-3 hours
Included in: Both tours (entry tickets not included in the shared tour option for the flight tour)
Optional upgrade: Entry inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu
Located 2 km from the Giza Plateau. Opened in full in 2024. 50 hectares. Over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete Tutankhamun collection displayed together for the first time. An 11-metre Ramesses II statue in the central atrium.
Recommended duration: 2-3 hours
Included in: Bus tour (standard), flight tour (entry tickets not included in shared flight tour)
A 30-minute river cruise available as an add-on on both tours. A quieter way to end the sightseeing portion before the return journey.
Recommended duration: 30 minutes
Included in: Optional upgrade on both tours
A 30-minute visit to a traditional workshop. A short visit to a papyrus or perfume workshop gives you a look at traditional Egyptian craft-making and a chance to pick up an authentic souvenir.
Duration: ~30 minutes
Included in: Optional upgrade on the bus tour only
The bus tour travels by air-conditioned coach (6-7 hours each way) and is the more affordable option. It includes an Egyptologist guide, Giza Complex entry, GEM entry, and lunch, with optional upgrades. The flight tour replaces the bus journey with a 1-hour domestic flight and includes hotel pickup, Cairo transfers, a professional guide, water, and lunch. The trade-off is cost versus travel time.
Yes. Central Hurghada pickup is included in both tours. On the bus tour, Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh, El-Gouna, Soma Bay, and Safaga are available at an additional cost. Confirm at booking.
Yes. The interior upgrade is available on both tours. The passage is steep, narrow, and hot, so it's physically demanding. If you have claustrophobia or heart concerns, the plateau view is the better choice. Book this upgrade at the time of the reservation, not on the day.
Approximately 18-22 hours. Departure between midnight and 3am, return to Hurghada around 10pm-midnight. Roughly 6-8 hours of actual sightseeing. Most guests sleep for significant portions of the bus journey.
Breathable clothing covering the shoulders and knees. Closed-toe shoes. Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses. Small Egyptian pound notes for tips. A light jacket for the overnight bus, even in summer. Printed or offline ticket confirmation.