Private Cairo Pyramids Trip from Hurghada by Minibus
Private Cairo highlights with Egyptologist guide
Tour Overview
Enjoy a full-day private tour from Hurghada to Cairo in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus with a certified Egyptologist guide. For this long-distance journey, we use a minibus (not a small car) to ensure maximum comfort and safety.
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx of Giza, choose between the Egyptian Museum or the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM upgrade), and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
What You’ll See
- Pyramids of Giza – The iconic ancient tombs of the pharaohs at the Giza Plateau.
- Great Sphinx – The mysterious limestone statue with a lion’s body and human face.
- Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square or Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) – Choose which museum to visit (GEM upgrade approx. €20 pp extra).
How the Day Works
- Departure: Early morning pickup (around 2:00 AM from your hotel in Hurghada) to maximize time in Cairo.
- Drive: Long scenic transfer — approx. 5–6 hours each way from Hurghada to Cairo (bring snacks/comfortable clothing).
- Guided Visit – Museum: Begin your day with your certified Egyptologist guide visiting the museum in Cairo.
- Lunch: Enjoy a restaurant lunch in Cairo.
- Guided Visit – Pyramids & Sphinx: After lunch, visit the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the majestic Great Sphinx of Giza.
- Return: After sightseeing, drive back to Hurghada with an expected late evening arrival.
Start Time & Duration
- Pickup: ~2:00 AM (time may vary slightly by hotel location).
- Total Duration: ~19 hours (full-day experience, including travel).
Optional Extras
- Entrance inside a pyramid: ~€30 per personAvailable if arranged with your guide and tickets purchased at the official gate.
- Upgrade to Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM): ~€20 per person, must be arranged in advance.
- Price is based on 2 persons, with a reduced rate per person starting from the 3rd guest









