From Hurghada: 2-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane
Qasr El-Nil, Cairo
Explore Cairo's highlights on a 2-day trip from Hurghada. See the best of Cairo, including the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and much more. Travel hassle-free with your flight and accommodation accounted for.
Overview
This 2-day guided tour departs from Hurghada to explore Cairo’s main historical sites, including the Giza Pyramids, Memphis, and the Egyptian Museum.
Highlights
- See the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx
- Visit the ancient capital, Memphis
- Explore Sakkara and the Step Pyramid
- Discover artifacts at the Egyptian Museum and visit the Citadel
Day 1 Itinerary
Start early with a hotel pickup and transfer to Hurghada Airport for a morning flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you at the terminal to begin the full-day tour.
First, visit the Great Pyramids of Giza: Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, including the Valley Temple where King Chephren was mummified. Then, see the Sphinx, a statue with the head of a king and the body of a lion.
Next, travel 16 miles southwest to Sakkara to explore the Step Pyramid built for King Zoser, a key development in pyramid architecture. Continue to Memphis City, the ancient Egyptian capital dating back to 3100 BC, where you can view the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant (meals included, beverages not included). Finish the day with a hotel transfer and check-in for an overnight stay in a 4-star hotel.
Day 2 Itinerary
After breakfast, check out at 8 AM and store your luggage in the car. Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, home to over 250,000 authentic artifacts dating back 5,000 years.
Proceed to the Citadel to tour the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha, then explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar, known for brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, and gold.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (meals included, beverages not included) before transferring to Cairo Airport for your return flight to Hurghada.
Includes
- Round-trip flight from Hurghada to Cairo
- All ground transfers
- Local expert tour guide
- Entry fees to all sites
- Lunch on both days
- 1 night accommodation at a 4-star hotel including breakfast
Excludes
- Tips
Important Information
- After booking, please contact us directly to confirm flight availability and ensure a smooth process.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Bring comfortable walking shoes and sun protection. The best time to visit is early morning to avoid crowds and heat. Confirm flight times in advance to coordinate transfers smoothly.
