1-Day Cairo and Giza Pyramids Tour from Hurghada with Egyptian Museum

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the Egyptian Museum and uncover the story of ancient Egypt
• 02 Stand before the majestic pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure at Giza
• 03 Learn about the enigmatic Sphinx with a historical introduction
• 04 Capture panoramic views of all three pyramids from a special viewpoint
• 05 Enhance the day with optional experiences such as a Nile cruise or Great Pyramid entry

Embark on a whirlwind adventure from Hurghada to Cairo to explore two of Egypt's most iconic sites in a single day. Visit the Egyptian Museum to learn more about Egypt's history and culture, then continue to the Giza Pyramids complex to stand before the mighty pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Along the way, enjoy lunch in Cairo, learn about the enigmatic Sphinx, and capture breathtaking panoramic views. You can also enhance your experience with optional activities such as a Nile cruise, entry into the Great Pyramid, a horse carriage ride, or a visit to the Solar Boat Museum.

Explore the Giza Pyramids complex and witness the three majestic pyramids: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Hurghada, Cairo, Giza

Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Hurghada to Cairo, the Egyptian Museum, and the Giza Pyramids

• Be picked up from your Hurghada hotel and depart for Cairo by air-conditioned vehicle.
• Visit the Egyptian Museum upon arrival in Cairo.
• Enjoy an optional short visit to the Nile River, with the opportunity for a Nile cruise at an additional cost.
• Savor lunch at a local Cairo restaurant.
• Explore the Giza Pyramids complex and witness the three majestic pyramids: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.
• Choose from optional activities at an extra cost:
  • Enter the Great Pyramid of Khufu, with tickets purchased on-site.
  • Take a scenic horse carriage ride around the area.
  • Visit the Solar Boat Museum (Khufu Ship), with tickets purchased on-site.
• Learn about the Sphinx monument with a historical introduction.
• Capture panoramic views of all three pyramids from a special viewpoint.
• You may also choose from additional optional activities:
  • Browse local shops and buy souvenirs.
  • Embark on a short city tour of Cairo and Giza at an additional cost.
• Relax on the return drive in an air-conditioned vehicle and get dropped off back at your Hurghada hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transport in modern, air-conditioned vehicles
• Bus drive from Hurghada to Cairo and back
• Egyptologist speaking your language
• Entrance fees for the above-mentioned locations
• Lunch

What's Not Included

• Personal expenditures for additional meals, drinks, or services not mentioned above
• Entrance fee to special rooms within the Egyptian Museum
• Felucca ride on the Nile River
• Horse carriage in the pyramids area
• Ticket to enter the Great Pyramid of Khufu
• Tickets to enter the Solar Boat Museum (Khufu Ship)

What to bring

• Passport
• Camera to take beautiful photos
• Masks
• Warm clothes during winter
• Casual wear

Know before you go

• Additional information:
  • Available daily - exact time confirmed with each booking.
  • Payment and passport photocopy required.
• Can you do a day trip to the Pyramids from Hurghada?
  • Drive across the arid Egyptian desert to see the Pyramids of Giza and Cairo's Egyptian Museum on a full-day tour from Hurghada.
• Is there a bus from Hurghada to Cairo?
  • Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hurghada and arriving in Cairo. Services depart five times a day and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 hours 30 minutes.
• Is one day enough for the Giza Pyramids?
  • Visiting the pyramids and surrounding sites in one day is not enough. To see the highlights, plan at least the best of Cairo 3-day tour. Explore Egypt's history and culture on the Cairo and Highlights of Egypt 4-day tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hurghada, Egypt

Tour start

Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.