Sharm El Sheikh One Day Cairo Tour by Plane Pyramids and GEM
- 16 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Fly, don't drive — save 8+ hours of round-trip road travel by flying directly from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo See the newest wonder in Egypt — the Grand Egyptian Museum only recently opened and houses the full Tutankhamun collection for the first time in history The complete Giza experience — all three Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple in one seamless itinerary Expert local guide — a licensed Egyptologist brings the history to life, not just a driver dropping you off Time-efficient — depart early, return the same night, no overnight stay needed Hassle-free logistics — flights, transfers, and guide all coordinated for you door-to-door
Inclusions
What's included
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Entry tickets to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
- Professional licensed Egyptologist tour guide
- Entry to the Great Sphinx area
- Entry tickets to the Giza Pyramids Complex
- All transfers in Cairo by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh
- Round-trip domestic flights between Sharm El Sheikh and Cairo
What's not
- Additional food and drinks not mentioned
- Optional activities or experiences
- Gratuities for the guide and driver
- Cairo Visa Stamps from SSH Airport
Itinerary
Driver picks you up from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel lobby for transfer to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.
Domestic flight departs Sharm El Sheikh for Cairo International Airport (flight time approx. 1 hour).
Land in Cairo, meet your local Egyptologist guide and driver, transfer toward Giza , approx. 45–60 min depending on traffic.
Begin your Cairo sightseeing experience with a visit to the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the Giza Pyramids. Explore one of the world's most important archaeological museums and discover extraordinary artifacts representing thousands of years of ancient Egyptian civilization. Walk through the museum's impressive spaces while learning about Egypt's legendary pharaohs, kings, queens, and archaeological discoveries from your expert Egyptologist guide. Depending on the official ticket and operational arrangements, visitors can explore major areas including the Grand Hall, Grand Staircase, Main Galleries, Tutankhamun Galleries, and Khufu's Boats Museum.
Short drive from GEM to the Pyramids
After your museum visit, enjoy a delicious lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant. Take a break and relax before continuing your journey through ancient Egypt. Vegetarian options may be available upon request.
Continue to the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World. Explore the magnificent pyramids built more than 4,500 years ago and learn about the fascinating history of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs. Your guided visit includes time to admire: The Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) The Pyramid of Khafre (Chephren) The Pyramid of Menkaure (Mykerinos) Your Egyptologist guide will share the stories, history, and mysteries surrounding these extraordinary monuments. Enjoy free time to walk around the plateau and capture unforgettable photographs.
Continue to the legendary Great Sphinx, one of the most recognizable monuments in the world. Stand before this enormous limestone statue featuring the body of a lion and the head traditionally associated with Pharaoh Khafre. Learn about the mysteries and legends surrounding the Sphinx while enjoying time for photographs.
After completing your Cairo sightseeing experience, relax during your comfortable transfer to Cairo International Airport.
Board your return domestic flight to Sharm El Sheikh. Sit back and relax after an unforgettable day exploring Egypt's most famous ancient landmarks.
Upon arrival at Sharm El Sheikh International Airport, meet your representative and travel comfortably back to your hotel. End your unforgettable Cairo day trip filled with ancient history, extraordinary monuments, and memories to last a lifetime.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Red Sea Vibes
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please make Sure that you need to take visa stamps from SSH Airport
How it compares in Sharm el Sheikh
- Its from-price is 133% above the median of the 184 day trips we list in Sharm el Sheikh.
- It is longer than most of them.
About Sharm el Sheikh
Sharm el Sheikh sits at the southern tip of the Sinai, a Red Sea resort famed for coral reefs, desert mountains and sunshine in every season.
The coast is lined with resort bays such as Naama Bay, the lively centre with a promenade of restaurants and bars, and quieter Sharks Bay and Nabq. The real treasure lies underwater: coral reefs come right up to the shore, alive with colourful fish, turtles and rays.
Top-ranked sights in Sharm el Sheikh: Ras Mohammed National Park, Sharm el Sheikh Old Market, Mt. Sinai.
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