Cairo Day Trip from Hurghada – Pyramids & Egyptian Museum
Full day (approx. 20 hours)
Around 5–6 hours drive each way
Small groups – max 8 people
Licensed Egyptologist guide
Discover the highlights of ancient Egypt on this full‑day Cairo day trip from Hurghada. Travel to Cairo by air‑conditioned vehicle and visit the legendary Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the world‑famous Egyptian Museum with a licensed Egyptologist guide.
This small‑group tour (maximum 8 participants) gives you more time with your guide and flexibility on site. Enjoy a traditional lunch in Cairo and optional extras such as a camel ride by the pyramids or a short Nile felucca cruise.
Pickup from your hotel in Hurghada in a comfortable air‑conditioned vehicle for the drive to Cairo.
Enjoy views of the desert landscape as you cross the Eastern Desert on the way to Cairo (around 5–6 hours).
Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Your Egyptologist guide explains the history, building techniques and legends of these ancient wonders.
See the iconic Great Sphinx and the nearby Valley Temple, a perfect spot for memorable photos.
You have the option to take a short camel ride in the desert with panoramic views of the pyramids (extra charge).
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant on the Nile or in the city, with traditional Egyptian dishes.
Explore the Egyptian Museum with your guide, seeing statues, sarcophagi, jewelry and treasures from different dynasties. Learn the stories behind the most important pieces.
Time permitting, you can enjoy an optional short felucca or motor boat cruise on the Nile (extra charge).
Depart Cairo in the late afternoon and drive back to Hurghada. Arrival at your hotel is usually late evening.
Answers to common questions about visiting Cairo and the Pyramids from Hurghada
The Cairo day trip from Hurghada includes hotel pickup and drop‑off, private or small‑group air‑conditioned transport, guided visit to the Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx and Egyptian Museum, entrance fees, lunch at a local restaurant and a licensed English‑speaking Egyptologist guide.
Hurghada is about 500 km from Cairo. The drive usually takes between 5 and 6 hours each way, depending on traffic and stops. We also offer a flying option on request if you prefer to save time.
The standard Cairo day tour from Hurghada costs from €95 per person by road, including transport, guide, entrance fees and lunch. Prices can vary by season and group size, so contact us for current offers and group discounts.
Yes. This tour is specifically designed for guests staying in Hurghada who want to see the Pyramids on a one‑day excursion. We depart very early in the morning and return late in the evening, giving plenty of time at the main sites with your guide.
