4.9 (31 reviews) Culture Tour

Cairo Day Trip from Hurghada by Plane – Pyramids, GEM & Old Cairo

Makadi Bay, Hurghada, Red Sea
Duration 17 hours
Tour Type Culture
Complimentary Included Service

Free Hotel Pickup & Drop-off Included

We provide free round-trip air-conditioned hotel transfers directly from your hotel lobby in Makadi Bay, Hurghada, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, and El Gouna with zero hidden fees.

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Overview

Tired of spending half your day on a bus? Our Cairo day trip from Hurghada by plane gets you to Cairo in just 50 minutes – so you spend your day at the sites, not on the road.

Key Tour Highlights & Experience

With no compulsory shopping stops, your own English-speaking Egyptologist and a private minibus in Cairo, you will visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) with the complete Tutankhamun collection – and exclusively with us, a free city tour through Old Cairo, El Moez Street and Khan el-Khalili Bazaar.

Departing daily from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, Safaga, El Quseir and Marsa Alam. From 285€ per person – return flights, entrance fees, lunch and all transfers included.

Take an unforgettable Tour to Cairo from Hurghada by Plane and explore the sights of Cairo. Stand in front of the famous pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx and marvel at the treasures of the pharaohs at the Egyptian Museum. Enjoy an unforgettable stroll through the streets of the Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

We organize all our excursions, including Tour to Cairo from Hurghada by Plane without unnecessary stops and shopping tours. Because we value your vacation time and save more time on sightseeing.

⏰ 04:30 AM – Pick-up from your hotel lobby by your private driver. Transfer to Hurghada Airport.

✈️ 06:00 AM – Departure from Hurghada Airport. Domestic flight to Cairo – approx. 50 minutes.

🤝 06:50 AM – Arrival at Cairo Airport. Your English-speaking Egyptologist meets you at the exit with a name board. Private air-conditioned minibus waiting.

🔺 Pyramids of Giza: The three great pyramids of Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos – the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. The Pyramid of Khufu stands 137.2 m tall and contains an estimated 2.3 million stone blocks.

🦁 Great Sphinx & Valley Temple of Khafre: The legendary guardian with a lion’s body and the face of Pharaoh Chephren – standing watch on the Giza Plateau since around 2500 BC.

🍽️ Lunch at a local restaurant – traditional Egyptian dishes, included in the price.

🏛️ Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM): One of the largest museums in the world with over 100,000 artefacts – including the complete Tutankhamun collection of more than 5,000 objects discovered in 1922 after 3,500 years.

✈️ 20:00 – Departure from Cairo Airport back to Hurghada.

🛬 20:45 – Arrival in Hurghada. Transfer back to your hotel.

✈️ Cairo Day Trip from Hurghada by Plane – Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo & Khan el-Khalili. Return flights, private Egyptologist, lunch & all transfers included. Daily departures.

Payment is made in cash when picked up in:

“Flying was absolutely the right choice. We were at the Pyramids by 8 AM, fresh and ready – not exhausted from a 5-hour bus ride. Our Egyptologist was waiting at the airport with a sign. The GEM in the afternoon was breathtaking. And Khan el-Khalili at the end was the perfect finish to a perfect day.”

“The Tutankhamun collection in the Grand Egyptian Museum left me speechless. Our guide knew every object and every story behind it. El Moez Street was a bonus we hadn’t expected – one of the most beautiful streets I have ever walked through. Highly recommended, especially the plane option.”

“Everything ran like clockwork from the 4:30 AM pick-up to the return flight. The guide met us exactly as promised at Cairo Airport. The Sphinx up close is something photographs simply cannot capture. A truly unforgettable experience – worth every euro.”

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Full Itinerary & Program Schedule

Number of peoplePrice per Adult
Small group 2-3 people335 € p.P.
Small group 4-5 people310 € p.P.
Small group 6-8 people285 € p.P.
DurationTrip TypeAvailabilityPick-up Time
around 17 hoursIndividuallyEvery dayat around 4:30 a.m.
TimeProgramme
⏰ 04:30Pick-up from your hotel
✈️ 06:00Departure from Hurghada Airport
🛬 06:50Arrival in Cairo – met by your Egyptologist
🔺 MorningPyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx & Valley Temple
🍽️ MiddayLunch at local restaurant
🏛️ AfternoonGrand Egyptian Museum (GEM) – Tutankhamun collection
🕌 Late afternoonOld Cairo, El Moez Street & Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
✈️ 20:00Departure from Cairo Airport
🏨 21:15Back at your hotel in Hurghada

Included & Excluded

Included

The Grand Egyptian Museum ( GEM )
Pyramids of Giza
Great Sphinx of Giza
Valley Temple of Khafre
City Tour  (EXCLUSIVE only with us)
Khan El Khalili Bazaar (EXCLUSIVE only with us)
El Moez Street in Old Cairo (EXCLUSIVE only with us)
Lunch

Excluded

Personal expenses & tipping
Optional activities inside monuments
Drinks at restaurant

Frequently Asked Questions

How does hotel pickup work on the day of the trip?

Our professional driver will meet you in your hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time. We also send a WhatsApp message 12 hours before pickup to confirm exact timings.

What is the cancellation policy for this excursion?

Enjoy 100% Free Cancellation up to 24 hours prior to trip departure. If your flight is delayed or plans change, simply inform us on WhatsApp to reschedule with zero penalty.

Are there any hidden fees or extra national park taxes?

No hidden surprises! All major costs including equipment, professional guides, transfers, and buffet meals are clearly stated in your package. Any optional eco-taxes or photo packages are transparently listed.

Is this trip suitable for children, seniors, and non-swimmers?

Absolutely! We provide child seats upon request, life jackets in all sizes, and shallow water access to ensure maximum safety and comfort for families and guests of all ages.

How can I pay for my excursion booking?

You can pay safely upon pickup in Euros (€), US Dollars ($), British Pounds (£), or Egyptian Pounds (EGP). No advance deposit or credit card required.

What happens if weather or sea conditions change?

If sea or weather conditions are unsuitable, we notify you immediately to reschedule for another day or issue a 100% full refund with zero penalty.

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