Historical Trips
Cairo 1 day group
Day trip to Cairo in a small group: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum, plate-served lunch, papyrus workshops with a French-speaking guide
Discover Cairo on a full-day trip from Hurghada by private, air-conditioned minivan. This tour takes you to the heart of ancient Egyptian history, where you'll explore the legendary Giza Pyramids, come face-to-face with the majestic Sphinx, and wander through the world-renowned Egyptian Museum to see its incredible pharaonic collections. You'll also enjoy traditional cuisine at a local restaurant and visit a workshop to see how papyrus or essential oils are made. It's a comprehensive look into Egypt's most famous treasures.
Schedule
- Pickup: From 1:30 AM, depending on your hotel location.
- Travel: The 450 km journey takes approximately 5–6 hours.
- Frequency: This tour operates on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Duration: The full tour lasts until approximately 10:00 PM.
What to bring
- A photo of your passport on your phone (mandatory)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
- Bottled water
- Camera
- Cash for drinks, souvenirs, or optional extras
- A breakfast box from your hotel
Good to know
- This tour is guided in French by a professional Egyptologist.
- Lunch is included, but drinks at the restaurant are an extra charge.
- Optional activities like entering the Great Pyramid or a felucca ride on the Nile (10€ per person) are available for an additional fee.
- Please note there is a transfer surcharge for pickups from Makadi or Sahl Hasheesh (5€ per person) and from Safaga, El Gouna, or Soma Bay (10€ per person).
What's Included
- ✓Air-conditioned minivan with professional driver
- ✓French-speaking Egyptologist guide
- ✓Museum entrance fees
- ✓Access to the Giza Plateau and the Sphinx
What's Not Included
- ✕Drinks at the restaurant
- ✕Personal expenses
- ✕Entrance to the Great Pyramid of Khufu (optional, extra fee on site)
- ✕Felucca ride on the Nile (10€/person)
- ✕Transfer surcharge from Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh (5€ per person)
- ✕Transfer surcharge from Safaga, El Gouna, Soma Bay (10€ per person)