Let’s be honest: you simply can’t visit Egypt without seeing the Pyramids. If you’re staying in Hurghada, this full-day trip to Cairo is the perfect way to tick it off your bucket list. We won’t just show you the iconic Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx; we’ll also take you away from the crowds to explore the winding, historic streets of Old Cairo.
You’ll see centuries of history standing side by side—Islamic, Coptic, and Jewish monuments all peacefully sharing one neighborhood. Yes, 20 hours is a long day, but trust us, the moment you finally stand in the shadow of the Great Pyramid, you’ll realize it was worth every single second of the drive.
1. Early Start from Hurghada Your day starts early. We’ll pick you up right from your hotel in Hurghada so you can catch some extra sleep on our comfortable, air-conditioned bus while we drive toward the capital.
2. Discover the Heart of Old Cairo Before we head to the Pyramids, we dive into the rich, spiritual history of Old Cairo. You’ll walk through streets that hold thousands of years of stories. Our guide will take you inside a beautifully detailed historic Mosque, the famous ancient Coptic Church, and the historic Jewish Synagogue. It’s a rare chance to see how different cultures shaped this incredible city.
3. Time to Refuel (Local Lunch) Exploring makes you hungry! We’ll stop at a trusted local restaurant for a proper Egyptian lunch. Relax and enjoy the food—you’ll need the energy for the Giza plateau.
4. The Giza Pyramids & The Sphinx This is what you came for. You’ll finally get to stand right at the base of the massive Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Take your time and snap those iconic photos. Afterward, we’ll head down the hill to meet the Great Sphinx. Our guide will be right there with you to share the real, fascinating stories behind these massive stones, avoiding the boring textbook lectures.
5. The Traditional Perfume Factory Before we leave Cairo, we’ll make a quick, fragrant stop at a traditional perfume factory. You’ll see how local artisans extract pure essential oils—using the exact same methods the ancient Egyptians used thousands of years ago.
6. The Journey Back After a massive day of exploring, you can sit back, relax, and nap on the drive back to Hurghada. You’ll arrive back at your hotel tired, but with memories (and photos) that will last a lifetime.
When you confirm your booking, we will send you the exact departure time from the hotel.
➖➖ The main languages are :👇
🏴 English
🇩🇪 German
🇷🇺 Russian
➖➖ but we can organize also👇
🇮🇹 Italian (with extra charge)
🇫🇷 French (with extra charge)
Yes,
🔹 Nile felucca is 10€ p.p.(optional)
🔹 Camel ride on Platou Giza 10€ p.p.(optional)
Yes, it will be one rest, on the road between Hurghada and Cairo, where you will have pause for coffee, toilet and shop with all kinds of snacks and drinks
You will order lunch box in reception of your hotel, evening before trip, and ask from them to put you in the list for late dinner because of late coming back
+20.122.991.1721
info@hurghada-today.com
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