Sharm El Sheikh: One Day Trip to Cairo, Pyramids, Sphinx & Giza Museum by Bus

Discover the Cairo Sharm Sheikh — an extraordinary adventure designed to bring you the authentic beauty, rich history, and timeless magic of Egypt with expert local guidance.

We will pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh for your fascinating excursion to Cairo and the Pyramids of Giza. You will then travel to Cairo by air-conditioned bus. On arrival in Cairo, you will be warmly welcomed by our tour guide. You will then be taken directly to the museum of your choice. Visit either the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world with over 100,000 artifacts. Its most striking exhibit is the legendary golden mask of Tutankhamun, along with its dazzling collection of jewels and treasures that have captivated the world for centuries, or the Museum of Ancient Egypt on Tahrir Square. It is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East and houses the largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world. Select your preferred museum during the booking process. Afterwards, you can relax and explore Cairo from the water on a Nile boat trip (optional, at additional cost, after consultation with your tour guide). Then enjoy a delicious lunch at a nearby restaurant overlooking the pyramids. After lunch, the tour will continue to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: the Great Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Khafra and Menkaure). Start at Panorama Point, the best vantage point for breathtaking views of the Giza Pyramids. From there, you can take fantastic photos. Visit the Pyramid of Cheops (the Great Pyramid of Giza), the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World. Also visit the pyramids of Khafra and Menkaure, each with its own unique architectural features. Admire the Great Sphinx and be enchanted by its enigmatic expression. Since all buses have to wait for the convoy that goes from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh at the end of the day, you will make one or two of the following stops: Visits with character to the Papyrus Museum and the essential oil factory. During these two visits, you will learn about the ancient Egyptian techniques for making papyrus and essential oils. These two fascinating visits will broaden your understanding of daily life in Ancient Egypt and also support the Egyptian farmers who work in these sectors and preserve these ancient crafts. (While you wait for the convoy to return) At the end of the day, you will be taken back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

Why Choose This Cairo Sharm Sheikh Experience

Tour Highlights

• Marvel at the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx.
• Enjoy lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Giza Pyramids.
• Visit the Grand GEM Museum or the Museum of Ancient Art in Tahrir Square.
• Explore Cairo from the water on a boat ride. (Optional, surcharge)
• Benefit from a flexible itinerary and a personal experience

Detailed Itinerary

1. Pickup location:: Sharm El-Sheikh
2. Giza Plateau: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing
3. The Nile: Boat cruise, Walk, Pass by
4. Egyptian Museum of Antiquities: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing
5. Grand Egyptian Museum: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing
6. Giza: Shopping, Pass by
7. Arrive back at:: Sharm El-Sheikh

What’s Included & Excluded

Included:

• Transfers by air-conditioned coach
• Egyptologist guide
• Lunch at a restaurant overlooking the pyramids
• Entrance fees for the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the GEM or the Old Egyptian Museum (depending on the option you choose)

Not Included:

• Boat trip on the Nile
• Drinks at the restaurant
• Camel riding at the Pyramids
• Any additional costs not mentioned in the program
• Admission to the burial chamber of Cheops or the burial chamber of Chephren.

Important Information & What to Bring

• Due to the convoy, the trip from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo (one way) can take between 7 and 9 hours, as all buses and cars must be driven with a police car for security reasons.
• A visa is required to enter Cairo. You can purchase this directly upon arrival at Sharm El Sheikh Airport for USD 38 per person and make sure it gets the right stamp for Cairo. Alternatively, you can take a taxi later, buy the visa at the bank at the airport, and have it stamped there. Alternatively, we can arrange this for you on the day of your trip through another company during the time of pick-up from your hotel. The cost for this is EUR 35 / USD 38 per person.
• The minimum group size for the following languages (French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, German) is 6 people. If the minimum number is not reached, you will need to pay an additional fee for a private guide.
• The minimum for a visit to the old museum is 6 people.

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