SHARM EL SHEIKH DAY TRIPS

Cairo & Pyramids Day Trip from Sharm El Sheikh by Bus

Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt on an unforgettable Cairo day trip from Sharm El Sheikh. Visit the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, explore the treasures of your chosen Egyptian museum, and enjoy a guided tour of Egypt's fascinating history. Choose between the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), with comfortable bus transportation, a professional tour guide and buffet lunch included.

Cairo & Pyramids Tours from €65 per Adult Old Egyptian Museum or Grand Egyptian Museum • Giza Pyramids • Great Sphinx • Lunch Included
Transport Comfortable Bus
Departure Around 00:00
Return Around 01:30 (+1 Day)
Group Size Up to 45 Guests

Choose Your Cairo Museum Experience

OPTION 1

Cairo & Pyramids + Egyptian Museum

Visit the historic Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and discover an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, statues, sarcophagi and archaeological treasures.

  • Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square
  • Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx
  • Professional guided sightseeing
  • Buffet lunch
  • Round-trip bus transportation
Adult €65
Child (5–11) €55
Book Old Museum Tour
Two Museum Options – One Incredible Cairo Adventure Select your preferred museum when booking. Both packages include the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx and buffet lunch.

Cairo & Pyramids Bus Tour Itinerary

1. Midnight Hotel Pickup in Sharm El Sheikh

Your Cairo adventure begins with pickup from your hotel around midnight. Travel by comfortable air-conditioned bus towards Cairo. The journey takes approximately eight hours, including scheduled rest stops, depending on traffic and road conditions.

2. Visit Your Selected Egyptian Museum

Explore either the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square or the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), depending on your selected package. Discover ancient artifacts, sculptures and remarkable exhibits that tell the story of Egyptian civilization.

3. Buffet Lunch in Cairo

Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your sightseeing program. Drinks are not included and can be purchased separately.

4. Explore the Pyramids of Giza

Visit the famous Giza Plateau and admire the magnificent Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. Learn about their fascinating history and enjoy opportunities to take memorable photographs.

5. Discover the Great Sphinx

Continue to the legendary Great Sphinx of Giza, one of Egypt's most recognizable ancient monuments. Enjoy the surrounding scenery and learn about its historical significance.

6. Optional Nile River Boat Ride

Depending on the day's schedule, you may choose an optional Nile River boat ride for an additional €10 per person. This activity is not included in the standard tour price.

7. Return Journey to Sharm El Sheikh

After the sightseeing program, depart Cairo and travel back to Sharm El Sheikh. Arrival at your hotel is expected around 01:30 the following day, depending on traffic and road conditions.

What's Included

  • Round-trip hotel transfers
  • Comfortable air-conditioned bus
  • Professional tour guide
  • Entrance ticket to your selected museum
  • Entrance ticket to Giza Plateau
  • Visit to the Great Sphinx area
  • Buffet lunch in Cairo
  • Guided sightseeing program

What's Not Included

  • Egyptian visa (required)
  • Optional Nile River cruise: €10 per person
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Entrance inside the Great Pyramids
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional gratuities

If you do not already have the required Egyptian visa, assistance with visa arrangements was listed at €35 in the original program. Please confirm the current charge before booking.

What to Bring

Original Passport Two Passport Photocopies Breakfast Box Comfortable Shoes Sunglasses Drinking Water Light Jacket Cash for Extras

Ask your hotel reception to prepare a breakfast box in advance. Bring your original passport and two photocopies. Some rest stops may charge for restroom use, and drinks are generally purchased separately.

Cairo & Pyramids Tour Prices

Egyptian Museum (Old Museum)
Adults €65
Children Aged 5–11 €55
Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Adults €100
Children Aged 5–11 €85
Young Children & Optional Extras
Children Aged 0–3 (No Separate Seat) Free*
Children Aged 0–3 (With Seat) €20*
Optional Nile Boat Ride +€10

*Infant prices are taken from the original bus program and should be reconfirmed for both museum packages. Child pricing for age 4 should also be confirmed before booking. The Egyptian visa is not included. Payment is made in cash on the day of the tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Cairo and Pyramids trip from Sharm El Sheikh?

The tour with the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square costs €65 per adult and €55 per child aged 5–11. The Grand Egyptian Museum package costs €100 per adult and €85 per child aged 5–11.

What is the difference between the two Cairo packages?

Both packages include the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, bus transportation, a professional guide and buffet lunch. The difference is the museum visited: the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square or the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

Is the Grand Egyptian Museum included in the €65 tour?

No. The €65 adult package includes the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square. To visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, select the €100 adult package.

Is an Egyptian visa required?

Yes. This excursion requires the appropriate Egyptian visa for travel from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo. Visa arrangements and eligibility should be confirmed before departure.

How long is the bus journey from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo?

The journey takes approximately eight hours each way, depending on traffic, checkpoints and rest stops.

What time does the tour start and finish?

Departure is around 00:00, with an expected return to Sharm El Sheikh around 01:30 the following day. Exact times are subject to confirmation.

Are the Pyramids of Giza included?

Yes. Both packages include admission to the Giza Plateau and sightseeing around the pyramids and Great Sphinx. Tickets to enter the interiors of the Great Pyramids are not included.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Buffet lunch is included in both packages. Drinks are not included.

Is the Nile River cruise included?

No. The optional Nile River boat ride costs an additional €10 per person, subject to the day's itinerary.

Is this a private tour?

No. This is a group bus excursion with up to approximately 45 participants.

Can I request a guide who speaks my language?

Please tell us your preferred guide language when booking. We will confirm its availability for your chosen date.

Do I need to pay in advance?

According to the tour's payment arrangements, payment is made in cash on the day of the excursion. Your booking details will be confirmed before departure.

Book Your Cairo & Pyramids Day Trip from Sharm El Sheikh

Choose between the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Send us your travel date, hotel name, number of adults and children, and preferred museum. We will confirm availability, pickup time and visa requirements.

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