Cairo Day Trip from Hurghada by Bus
€85 per person
€42 Per Child
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Duration
1 day
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Tour Type
cultur Trips
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Location
Hurghada
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Introduction
This Cairo day trip from Hurghada by bus is the most affordable way to see the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum in a single day. For a low price per person, you get hotel pickup, a comfortable air-conditioned ride, entrance fees, an English-speaking local guide and lunch.
It is a long day, but the program is simple and well organized: you start before sunrise, see the museum in the morning and the Pyramids in the afternoon, and are back at your hotel in the evening. If you prefer a private vehicle or less time on the road, see the comparison of our Cairo options further down this page.
Highlights
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Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
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Pyramids of Giza and the Giza Plateau
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The Great Sphinx and Khafre's Valley Temple
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shopping stops
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Local Egyptian lunch included
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Entrance fees and an English-speaking licensed local guide included
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The lowest price of all our Cairo tours
Tour Details
Your Cairo day trip by bus
Early hotel pickup in Hurghada (00:30-2:00 AM)
You are picked up from your hotel lobby in a modern air-conditioned Coach.The exact pickup time depends on the location of your hotel, and we confirm it one day before the trip. Cairo is about 430 km from Hurghada. After about two and a half hours we make a short break, and arrive in Cairo around 8:00 AM.
Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx and Valley Temple
You start your day at the Giza Plateau and see the pyramids of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre and Menkaure. A photo stop at the Great Sphinx completes the visit.
Local lunch
Lunch with typical Egyptian dishes is served at a selected restaurant.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Your licensed local guide guides you through the museum, which holds artifacts from more than 7,000 years of Egyptian history, including the Tutankhamun collection.
Shopping stops
During the day there are one or two short stops at local shops for papyrus, natural oils and perfume, about 30 to 60 minutes each. You are welcome to look around and learn how these products are made, and there is no obligation to buy.
Return to Hurghada (arrival around 9:00-10:00 PM)
You drive back to Hurghada, tired but with a day of memories, and arrive at your hotel around 9:00 PM.
Why book this tour with Luxreisen
Budget-friendly: our lowest-priced Cairo tour.
Everything important included: transfers, entrance fees, guide and lunch.
Licensed local guide, not just a driver.
Local team in Hurghada with 24-hour customer support.
Pay on the day and book online without a deposit.
Good to know before you go
Bring: passport or ID copy, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, water and comfortable walking shoes.
Winter: bring a sweater or jacket, because mornings and evenings are cool.
Breakfast: ask your hotel for a breakfast box the day before.
Long day: the trip includes about 10 hours on the road, so bring a neck pillow and snacks.
Dress: light, breathable clothing in summer.
Compare your Cairo options from Hurghada
Questions and Answers
Q 1 Is a Cairo day trip from Hurghada by bus worth it?
Yes, if you want to see the Pyramids and the museum on a budget. It is a long day, so if you want more comfort or less time on the road, consider the private car or the flight option.
Q 2 What time do we leave and when do we get back?
Pickup is between 00:30 and 02:00 AM, and you return to your hotel around 9:00 and 10:00 PM. We confirm your exact time the day before.
Q 3 What is included in the price?
Transfers, entrance fees to the listed sights, an English-speaking local guide and a local lunch are included. Drinks and personal expenses are not.
Q 4 Can I pay on the day?
Yes. You pay in cash in EUR or USD at pickup.
Q 5 How much do children pay?
Children under 12 pay 50% (€42). Children under 5 travel free if they share a seat, or pay €20 if they need their own seat on the coach.
Q 6 What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. In winter, bring a sweater or jacket for the early morning and evening.
Q 7 Can I see the Pyramids and the museum in one day?
Yes. The itinerary covers the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple, with a lunch break.
Q 8 Are there shopping stops?
Yes, one or two short stops (papyrus, natural oils and perfume), about 30 to 60 minutes each, with no obligation to buy.
Q 9 What is the difference between this trip and the private day trip?
This tour is cheaper per person. The private day trip gives you your own vehicle and a more flexible schedule.
Notes
- Please order your breakfast package for the Cairo excursion one day in advance at reception.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses, and comfortable shoes.
- Warm clothing in winter (e.g. a sweater or jacket)
Advantages
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Easy online booking
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Pick-up directly from the hotel lobby
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English Speaking tour guide
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24 Hours Customer Service
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Insurance included
Included
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Transfers in modern air-conditioned Coach
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Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada
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English-speaking local guide
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Entrance fees to all sights mentioned in the program
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Local lunch
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Taxes and insurance
Excluded
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Personal expenses
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Nile boat trip
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Optional entry inside a pyramid
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Camel rides
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Drinks at the restaurant
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Any extras not mentioned in the program
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Payment
- Payment is made in cash upon pickup from the hotel. You can pay in either € or $.
- Taxes and insurance are included in the price.
- Transfer surcharge for customers outside Hurghada: €10 per person (Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh, El Gouna, Soma Bay and Safaga).
- For guests staying in El Quseir, an additional transfer surcharge of €35 per person applies.
- Children's discount:
- Children from 0-5 years: free
- Children aged 5-11: 50%
Testimonials & reviews
What They’re Saying
Yvette Kalina
Customer
Great
Mit Luxreisen habe ich eine individuelle Stadterkundung mit entspannten Shopping, ohne Zeitdruck und Verkäuferstress, erlebt. Der Guide Gamal hat ein umfangreiches Wissen und sehr
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Markus Fuhr
Customer
Very Recommended
Wir waren dieses Jahr zwei mal in Ägypten. Bei beiden Reisen durften wir die Leistungen von Luxreisen in Anspruch nehmen . Zuerst fällt die freundliche kompetente aber nicht aufdri
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Christa
Customer
Einfach perfekt die Organisation und die freundlic
Wir sind nach Mahmya gefahren... Und hatten einen wunderschönen Tag.... Alles ist perfekt organisiert gewesen und man hat uns jeden Wunsch erfüllt....den Sonnenuntergang auf Mahmya
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