From Hurghada: Private Day Trip to Cairo with Meals
ID: GYG322503-570823
Category:
Country: Egypt
Duration:
20:00 hours
Description
Discover the wonders of Cairo on this full-day trip from Hurghada. Visit the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, learn about Ancient Egypt at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, and go shopping at the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
The day begins with pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Hurghada at 2am, then sets out on the 5-hour drive to Cairo. Arrive in Cairo at around 7am and enjoy a traditional Egyptian breakfast including foul and falafel to prepare you for the adventure ahead. After breakfast, head to the city’s most iconic landmark, the Pyramids of Giza, which are one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Spend some time exploring the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, then visit the Valley Temple where priests mummified the corpse of King Cephren. From here, take a close-up look at The Great Sphinx of Giza which guards the funeral complex with its lion’s body and the head of King Cephren.
Continue the tour to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, which houses the largest and most precious items from the world of Egyptian art. The museum exhibits a rare collection of over 250,000 genuine artifacts that date as far back as 5000 years, including an exclusive exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen. Spend 2-hours at the museum learning about and admiring the collection of treasures, gold, jewelry and more that were buried in the tomb of Tutankhamen before being discovered in 1920.
Once you’ve worked up a bit of an appetite, enjoy a delicious lunch at a traditional restaurant. Once you’re feeling re-energized, take a trip to the popular Khan El Khalili Bazaar and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of locals going about their day. Wander through the market and peruse the numerous stalls, offering perfumes, fabrics, jewelry, spices, and more. After an unforgettable day in Cairo, sit back and relax on the return journey to Hurghada.
Highlights
- Spend a full-day exploring the wonders of Cairo on a trip from Hurghada
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Pyramids of Giza
- See the treasures of King Tutankhamen at the Museum of Antiquities
- Wander around the colorful market stalls at the famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Enjoy a private tour with a friendly and attentive tour guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This is a small group tour with a maximum of eight guests
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Please meet your driver inside the lobby of your hotel, he will be holding a sign that says "Emo Tours".
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.