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Hurghada to Cairo Day Trip By Bus

Discover the amazing wonders of ancient and modern Egypt exploring top attractions through this Hurghada to Cairo Day Trip By Bus. With our day tour by bus from Hurghada to Cairo, explore everything the cities of Cairo and Giza have to offer. You will visit the Great Sphinx and the historical Pyramids of Giza on this tour, as well as the oldest market in the Middle East and the ancient antiquities in the Egyptian Museum (Khan El Khalili). All of this will be done while you are accompanied by a private Egyptologist tour guide. Book this Hurghada to Cairo Day Trip By Bus now!

In the morning, we’ll transfer you from your Hurghada hotel to the bus station. You’ll take a first-class bus to Cairo. Upon arrival, your private tour guide will meet you. You’ll then begin your day trip from Hurghada to Cairo by bus, discovering Ancient Egyptian Civilization at one of the Seven Wonders of the World:

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Giza Pyramids complex features three main pyramids, six smaller pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. This complex dates back to the 4th dynasty, 2400 years B.C.

The Great Pyramid

This pyramid belongs to King Khufu. It’s the oldest and largest of the three Giza plateau pyramids. It remains the only intact structure from the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. The Great Pyramid stands 147m tall. Builders used 2,300,000 stones, and construction took twenty years.

The Great Sphinx

King Chephren owns the Great Sphinx. It’s the world’s largest statue, measuring 73m long, 19m wide, and 20m high. It is also the oldest known monumental sculpture.

The Valley Temple

Ancient Egyptians used this granite mortuary temple for the mummification process. It’s the only one remaining on the Giza plateau.

Lunch will be served at a Pyramids/Nile view restaurant. Afterward, you’ll continue your day trip from Hurghada to Cairo by bus, visiting:

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum displays a rare collection spanning 5000 years of art. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented. This includes an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamun’s collection of treasure, gold, and jewelry, which remained enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years.

End your tour with a shopping stop at:

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

No visit to Cairo is complete without a stop at Khan El Khalili Bazaar. It is one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Finally, catch your first-class bus to Hurghada. We will then transfer you to your hotel, ending your day trip from Hurghada to Cairo by bus.

  • Pick up from the hotel in Hurghada & return.
  • First Class bus tickets “Cairo/Hurghada”.
  • Private Egyptologist guide during your tour.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
  • Mineral water on board the vehicle during your tour.
  • Lunch meal during the day tour.
  • Shopping tours in Cairo.
  • All Service charges & taxes.

Cairo Highlights

  • Giza Pyramids.
  • The Great Sphinx.
  • The Valley Temple.
  • The Egyptian Museum.
  • Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Price is quoted per person in USD

  • Solo Traveler: $ +70% of adult rate
  • 2 to 3 people: $190
  • 4 to 6 people: $170
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Prices: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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