Best of Cairo Hidden Gems from Hurghada Including Flights
Overview
Enjoy a voyage to Cairo from Hurghada, and uncover Cairo's Hidden Gems.
Highlights
- Select the tour match your wishes and preferences
- Discover the fascinating hidden gems of Cairo
- Unlock the secrets of Cairo's historic area
Whether it's your maiden voyage or you're back for another escapade, Cairo is a city that never fails to astonish. Choose one of the options below to uncover Cairo’s Hidden Gems.
Option 1: Unearth the wonders of The New Grand Museum, destined to be one of the world's most expansive museums. Venture to Saqqara, an abundant source of ancient history. Explore the Step Pyramid and step inside the Tombs of the Nobles.
Option 2: Explore the iconic Giza Pyramids, before heading to Saqqara, a rich reservoir of ancient history. Discover the Step Pyramid and delve into the Tombs of the Nobles. Uncover the mysteries of the Serapeum, the final resting place of sacred bulls.
Option 3: Visit the majestic Saladin Citadel, offering panoramic views of Cairo, followed by the Civilization Museum, a testament to the breadth of Egyptian civilization. It is home to 22 royal mummies, including those of King Ramses, Thutmose, and Hatshepsut. Proceed to Sultan Hassan Mosque, a site of worship that doubles as a masterpiece of art, and architecture. Cap off your day with a delightful felucca tour.
Option 4: Unlock the secrets of Cairo's historic area, featuring landmarks such as the Hanging Church, Church of St. Sergius, Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, Roman Fortress of Babylon and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Pay a visit to Cairo Citadel and the Egyptian Museum. A charming Felucca tour is the cherry on top.
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Guided tour
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Flights
- Insurance
- Drinks
Meeting & pickup
Please provide the address of your accommodation at checkout. The local operator will confirm with you the pickup time 24 hours before the experience starts, please look out for an email or SMS. The pickup location is the hotel lobby unless otherwise specified.
Additional info
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
- Please note that Option 2 will bring you to the Giza Pyramids, but if you want to access any of the three pyramids, you'll have to pay the entrance fees directly on-site (limited availability; tickets cannot be guaranteed); the extra fee will cost adults (12+) 1500 EGP for the Great Pyramid (Khufu), 280 EGP for the Khafre's Pyramid and 280 EGP for Menkaures' Pyramid; 50% reduction for children under 12. Payment is available only with a credit card
Know in advance:
- Every option includes flight tickets, entrance fees, an Egyptologist, and lunch
- Tour guides are multilingual
- The minimum number of participants is 2
- The Hall of Tutankhamun at the Egyptian Museum (including the Golden Mask and Golden Sarcophagus) will be closed from 20 October 2025 as the collection is being transferred to the new Grand Egyptian Museum. The Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, however, remains rich with exceptional treasures, including the mummies and the gilded mummy mask of Yuya and Thuya—among the most spectacular ever found in the Valley of the Kings—remarkable for their extraordinary preservation and lifelike features
- The insurance included with this tour covers accidents that may occur to guests while participating in the tour or activity
Remember to bring:
- This is an early start and a late return tour. You may wish to arrange a take-away breakfast and late dinner with your hotel reception
- Passport, a bottle of water and cash money for tipping and shopping
- Comfortable clothes and shoes (long trousers and covered shoulders during the visit of the religious sites), a hat, and a sunscreen
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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