Discover the “City of a Thousand Minarets” on a full-day guided tour of Cairo, with convenient round-trip transfers by bus from Hurghada.
Relax in air-conditioned comfort during the scenic journey along the Gulf of Suez. A transfer guide will accompany you throughout the trip until you meet your expert Egyptologist guide.
Upon arrival, your private Egyptologist will greet you and take you to the Giza Plateau to witness the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pyramids of Giza as you explore the mortuary temples of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus.
Learn the fascinating history of these temples and the legends surrounding their construction. Continue to the Great Sphinx, the colossal statue featuring a lion’s body and the face of Pharaoh Khafre. Visit the nearby Valley Temple, attributed to Khafre, and marvel at this remarkable feat of ancient engineering.
Afterwards, take a 30-minute break for lunch at a local restaurant. Then, head to central Cairo to explore the world-famous Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, enjoying fast-track entry. Here, you’ll discover over 120,000 artifacts, from the pre-dynastic to the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman eras. Learn about the art of mummification and ancient Egyptian civilization.
Optional extras include a Nile River cruise and a camel ride, which can be arranged when booking.
Before returning to Hurghada, enjoy a shopping stop to pick up souvenirs and local crafts.