Explore the Wonders of Cairo by Bus:
Embark on a full-day adventure to Cairo, the “City of a Thousand Minarets,” with round-trip transfers by bus from Hurghada. Travel in air-conditioned comfort while enjoying scenic views of the Gulf of Suez on your journey.
Upon arrival in Cairo, your private Egyptologist guide will lead you to the Giza Plateau, where you’ll witness the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza, the oldest of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. Explore the mortuary temples of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, and learn about their fascinating construction and the legends behind them. Marvel at the Great Sphinx, a colossal statue with the body of a lion and the face of Pharaoh Khafre, and visit the Valley Temple attributed to him, showcasing ancient engineering feats.
After a delicious lunch, delve into the treasures of the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the museum houses over 120,000 masterpieces from the pre-dynastic to the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods. Gain insights into the art of mummification and the rich history of Ancient Egypt before your return transfer to Hurghada.
Program:
Enjoy a visit to the most interesting museum, the Egyptian Museum. Get excited by our tour. to the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza, as well as the Great Sphinx.
Discover the “City of a Thousand Minarets” on a full-day tour of Cairo, with round-trip transfers by bus from Hurghada. Relax in air-conditioned comfort on the long journey, admiring views of the Gulf of Suez.
Upon arrival, your private Egyptologist guide will take you to Giza Plateau to see the oldest of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. Get breathtaking views of the Pyramids of Giza as you explore the mortuary temples of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Learn the story of how the temples were constructed, and hear the stories behind their legends.
Continue to the Great Sphinx, the giant statue of a reclining mythical beast with a lion’s body and the face of the Pharaoh Khafre. Go to the Valley Temple opposite, attributed to the Pharaoh Khafre, and marvel at the feat of ancient engineering.
After lunch, drive into central Cairo to explore the artifacts of the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. Designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the museum’s collections exceed 120,000 masterpieces from the pre-dynastic to the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods. Learn about the mummification art of Ancient Egypt before your return transfer to Hurghada.
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