From Hurghada Cairo by Bus: Sphinx & Pyramids & Egyptian Museum

Hurghada15 hoursCultural and Theme Tours

Hotel pickup

About this experience

Cross the Egyptian desert on a bus tour and see the main monuments of Cairo’s Old Town and the Giza Plateau. Learn about the mummification of the pharaohs at the Egyptian Museum, and marvel at the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx.

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What’s included

Entry / admission fee
Transfers to and from Cairo and Giza via air-conditioned van
Egyptologist guide
Lunch at a local speciality restaurant
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not included

WiFi
Egyptian Visa
Entrance fees of the Mummy room, inside the Egyptian museum.
Drinks during the trip or inside the restaurant
Nile River Sailing Boat 10$ Extra.
Tickets of Entrance to any of the Kings Pyramids.
Gratuities

Itinerary

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Full-Day to Cairo by Bus: Sphinx & Pyramids & Egyptian Museum
Full-Day to Cairo by Bus: Sphinx & Pyramids & Egyptian Museum Discover the “City of a Thousand Minarets” on a full-day tour of Cairo, with round-trip transfers by bus from Hurghada. Relax in air-conditioned comfort on the long journey, admiring views of the Gulf of Suez. Upon arrival, your private Egyptologist guide will take you to Giza Plateau to see the oldest of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. Get breathtaking views of the Pyramids of Giza as you explore the mortuary temples of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Learn the story of how the temples were constructed, and hear the stories behind their legends. Continue to the Great Sphinx, the giant statue of a reclining mythical beast with a lion’s body and the face of the Pharaoh Khafre. Go to the Valley Temple opposite, attributed to the Pharaoh Khafre, and marvel at the feat of ancient engineering. After lunch, drive into central Cairo to explore the artifacts of the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the museum’s collections exceed 120,000 masterpieces from the pre-dynastic to the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods. Learn about the mummification art of Ancient Egypt before your return transfer to Hurghada.

Good to know

Difficulty: Easy

Know before you go

Comfortable walking shoes: You'll be doing a lot of walking, especially at the Giza Plateau.
Hat and sunglasses: Protect yourself from the sun, especially during the summer months.
Sunscreen: Apply sunscreen liberally to avoid sunburn.
Water bottle: Stay hydrated throughout the day, especially in the hot weather.
Camera: Capture the stunning sights of Cairo and its ancient monuments.
Passport and identification: Bring your necessary documents for entry into Egypt.
Comfortable clothing: Dress modestly, especially when visiting religious sites

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This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does this experience last?

It lasts 15 hours.

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