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Cairo & Great Pyramids of Giza Day Trip from Hurghada

Experience the greatest monuments of ancient civilization. Tour the Great Pyramids of Giza, face the Sphinx, explore Tutankhamun's gold treasures at the Egyptian Museum, and enjoy a quality restaurant lunch.

4.93/5 (1,150 Verified Reviews) ⏱️ Duration: Full Day (~18-20 Hours) 📍 Departure: Every Tue, Thu & Sun (01:30 AM) 🚐 Air-Conditioned Coach with WC 💵 Pay on Pickup in Cash
Cairo Great Pyramids Day Trip from Hurghada

Tour Highlights

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Great Pyramids of Giza

Stand at the foot of the legendary Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with panoramic desert viewpoints.

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The Enigmatic Sphinx

Get up close with the mythical human-headed lion guardian and the ancient Valley Temple of mummification.

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Egyptian Museum Antiquities

Admire priceless royal pharaonic treasures, ancient statues, and the world-famous golden mask of King Tutankhamun.

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Licensed Egyptologist Guide

Uncover 5,000 years of captivating history guided by a university-educated, licensed Egyptologist.

Experience Cairo's Wonders

Departing Hurghada during the early morning hours in a modern, air-conditioned touring coach equipped with onboard toilet facilities and reclining seats, you will travel smoothly along the coastal highway toward Cairo. Rest stops are scheduled along the route so you arrive refreshed and ready to explore.

In Cairo, your tour begins at the world-renowned Egyptian Antiquities Museum in Tahrir Square, home to more than 120,000 masterpieces spanning millennia. Following a delicious open-buffet lunch at a quality local restaurant, head to the Giza Plateau to behold the Last Surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Walk the sacred ground around the Great Pyramid of Cheops and marvel at the Sphinx before beginning your relaxed return drive to Hurghada.

Detailed Day Timeline

01:30 AM
Hotel Pickup & Highway Journey
Pickup from your Hurghada hotel in a comfortable luxury coach with onboard WC; comfort break midway.
08:30 AM
Arrival in Cairo & Egyptian Museum
Guided 2-hour tour through pharaonic galleries, mummies, and King Tutankhamun's golden exhibits.
12:00 PM
Quality Restaurant Lunch
Freshly cooked buffet lunch featuring authentic Egyptian specialties (drinks available for order).
01:30 PM
Giza Pyramids Plateau
Walk beside Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Panoramic photo stop overlooking all three pyramids.
03:30 PM
The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple
Explore the mummification temple and stand right before the legendary Sphinx.
05:00 PM
Return Drive to Hurghada
Relaxed evening return coach journey; estimated arrival back at your hotel around 10:30 PM.

What is Included & Excluded

Included in Tour

  • ✔ Roundtrip transfers in modern AC Coach with onboard WC
  • ✔ Entrance tickets to Giza Pyramids plateau
  • ✔ Entrance tickets to Sphinx & Valley Temple
  • ✔ Entrance tickets to Egyptian Museum in Tahrir
  • ✔ Full restaurant buffet lunch in Cairo
  • ✔ Licensed English/German Egyptologist guide

Not Included / Optional

  • ✖ Entry ticket inside the interior burial chamber of Great Pyramid (~€15 optional)
  • ✖ Soft drinks during restaurant lunch
  • ✖ Nile Felucca sailing boat ride (~€10 optional)
  • ✖ Gratuities & tips for guide & driver

🛂 Essential Travel Checklist:

Bring your original passport with Egypt tourist visa ($25 stamp). Request a free breakfast box from your hotel reception the evening before departure. Wear comfortable walking shoes, a sun hat, and bring a light jacket for early morning coach air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How comfortable is the coach journey from Hurghada?

Our coaches are modern long-distance tourist buses featuring reclining seats, air conditioning, and onboard restrooms. Two scheduled rest stops are made each way at equipped roadside cafeterias.

Can I enter inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu?

Yes! Optional entry inside the Great Pyramid or smaller pyramids can be purchased on site through your Egyptologist guide.

What if my plans change? Is there a cancellation fee?

No cancellation fee! You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours prior to pickup with zero penalty.

Do I have to pay online when booking?

Never. We do not require credit cards or advance deposits. You book your seats on WhatsApp and pay cash upon pickup in EUR, USD, GBP, or EGP.