After visiting the Pyramids of Giza, visit the Great Sphinx, by far the largest surviving sphinx. It consists of a human head on the body of a lion. The Sphinx was carved from the remains of a limestone hill that served as a quarry for the Great Pyramid of Cheops. Felucca cruise on the Nile is available for a fee.
Around 4am you will be picked up from your hotel. Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be met by your guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.
Meet your Egyptology tour guide at the museum to begin your day. Visit the state-of-the-art Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world's largest archaeological museum with over 100,000 artifacts, or the Ancient Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Select your preferred museum during the booking process.
Meet your Egyptology tour guide at the museum to begin your day. Visit the state-of-the-art Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world's largest archaeological museum with over 100,000 artifacts, or the Ancient Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Select your preferred museum during the booking process.
The further course of the excursion takes you to the great pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. The tour of the pyramids ends at the Sphinx and the temple surrounding it. At the end of the day, if time permits, you will have the opportunity to go shopping before embarking on the return journey to Hurghada.
If the return flight from Cairo is late in the evening, we will spend some time visiting the London of the Middle Ages (Khan el Klalili market), Old Cairo, recently added to the UNESCO World Heritage list, or Cairo Festival City, an extra-large shopping mall (air-conditioned), one of the largest in the Middle East. Full of the most famous international brands, restaurants, cafes and a huge colorful dancing fountain, where you will be drawn to Cairo's chic, modern nightlife.
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in an air-conditioned car.
If we have time, we can make two characteristic visits to the Papyrus Museum and the Essential Oil Factory. These two attractions will familiarize you with the ancient Egyptian techniques of making papyrus and essences. These two interesting visits will increase your knowledge of daily life in ancient Egypt and will also be helpful to the Egyptian farmers who work in these sectors and preserve these very old handicrafts from ancient Egypt. (These visits depend on the time remaining.)
Afterwards, your mind needs some rest. You can, for example, relax with a boat trip on the Nile and discover Cairo from the water.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
4.8★1.785 de recenzii
The Pyramids and GEM are amazing, our guide Ahmed was well knowledgeable and a friendly face. Unfortunately the rest of day a disaster, avoid using the airport, unreliable. Not what I expected.
Justin_M · apr. 2026 · prin Viator
Our guide for the whole day was Jimmy. He was absolutely fantastic - super knowledgeable and understood we had a 9 year old with us so we had to go at her pace. We had the most incredible day - it was brilliant to see the pyramids and we learnt all about them as we explored and took photos. It was so reassuring having a guide rather than going on our own. Lunch was a buffet and the food was delicious. Jimmy encouraged us to try the local cuisine. Having a guide at the museum was also so helpful as otherwise it would have been overwhelming as its so big! Thank you Jimmy for an amazing day!! We packed a LOT in!
O4579VHrosed · apr. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Fabulous excursion and couldn’t have asked for more, a lifetime experience for all the family. Picked up early at the hotel in the morning, we flew from Hurghada into Cairo, did a lovely riverboat cruise on the Nile which the kids enjoyed and the adults relaxed during then travelled onto the Pyramids. Most of the group did the camel riding which was great fun but probably best to take the horse and carriage for those who want a slightly easier time of it! Visited the Sphinx and then went to both main Pyramids. Fair bit of walking and climbing involved but nothing too strenuous. The experience for going inside the Pyramids is epic for both Pyramids where you can do so. Well recommended to do both rather than just one as the kids loved the adventuring. The main one is sensationally hot inside, genuinely like a sauna, so be prepared to climb, stoop down, climb whilst stooped down (more effort than you think when the rungs keep coming) and most of all sweat! Nice stop off for a rest and some lunch before heading to the Grand Egyptian Museum which was again a hugely impressive visit. The vast array of ancient artefacts is stunning but the Tutankhamun exhibition obviously steals the show really doesn’t it? Wow. A Mona Lisa-esque moment for all the family to see the iconic famous golden death mask and well worth it. For those that have done the physical activities of the rest, walking around the museum at the end takes it toll and as enthusiastic as you may be you’re kind of just keeping on to get through the day by the time you reach the Khufu Boat exhibition. Our guide Mr Falcon was absolutely top class, great fun, knowledgeable and knew all the tricks of the trade to avoid queues and traffic and get access easily. Made a big difference and the experience wouldn’t have been the same without him and our driver Mustafa. Thanks again to Book Tour Egypt, nothing but good things to say about the whole trip and operator, all felt really safe throughout and totally recommend both without hesitation. Enjoy! ☺️👏👏👏
Stephen B · apr. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
We had a fabulous trip and our guide Hussain and our driver Ramadan helped make it magical Hussain was very knowledgeable and passionate about his country and gave us such information on the history and the theories behind the pyramids. It was a very interesting day. Our plans changed at short notice due to traffic, but we would not have known only we were told. Ramadan managed to get us skilfully through the traffic of Cairo where the drivers are all mad, and safely deposited us to the airport for our return journey. I would thoroughly recommend this trip if you are interested in the history of Egypt. We not only seen the pyramids but got a taste of the old Cairo, the street sellers and atmosphere. Thank you, Hassan and Ramadan for making it a great trip 👏👏👏
Exploration369466 · apr. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Very convenient way to visit Cairo from Hurghada. All arrangements were clear and well planned. Maybe bit too much programme for one day gave a feeling of rush. Mr. Falcon was perfect guide for this trip
R7980XWelinak · apr. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
This was a long but good day. It was very informative and all the different places connected with stories. Our guide, Mr. Abanoub was very knowledgeable and he was flexible in what our group wanted. An amazing day!
MaggieEvans · apr. 2026 · prin Viator
We loved everything about this amazing excursion, especially our professional guide Manal, who surprised us with a boat trip on the Nile and much more, thank you for a day we never forget!😍
245hannae · apr. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor · Tradusă
I truly loved this trip. Hanan was a great guide and she really helped me experience the greatness of Cairo.
Cailyn W · apr. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Super early start, but the flight is only 1.5hrs. Guide, Sam, was very helpful. If you want to see the tombs at the pyramids, word of warning - it has steep steps, low ceilings and is extremely cramped with people squishing past. It also took us 50 mins and that was with a short queue. The sphinx was good - take a few dollars for trinkets. Sam took us to his friend which saved the bartering. Wasn’t impressed with the lunch, so make sure you bring extra snacks. Museum was awesome. Could have taken an age there. A few hours flew by. Nile trip was lovely. We had an overcast day….. but I bet on a sunny day it would be even better. Very long day! But plenty of water provided and we could leave bags on the bus. Would recommend. But give yourself the next day off to recover!
SocialCommittee · apr. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Mr Falcon was a wonderful guide with so much knowledge of egyptian history. The day was perfect with so much to do. Believe me you will not be bored. Everything was well planned and well run. From the falafel wrap to delicious buffet lunch. A very enjoyable day and would recommend to everyone.
ZakH_London · apr. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Excursiile și momentele tale de relaxare în Hurghada, cu încredere și fără bătăi de cap.
