A trip to Cairo to see the pyramids is an unforgettable experience that allows you to get acquainted with the ancient and mysterious culture of the Egyptian people. The pyramids are a symbol of Egypt and are one of the greatest wonders of the ancient world.
Cairo is the capital of Egypt, located on the banks of the Nile River. It is the largest city in Africa, ranking 13th in the world by population with over 20 million people. The city is renowned for its rich history. Its cityscape features structures from the ancient era of pharaohs, monuments of ancient Egyptian Christianity, and magnificent examples of medieval Islamic architecture.
During the excursion, you will be able to enjoy breathtaking views of the pyramids, learn about their history and construction, visit the national museum with ancient artifacts, and hear many interesting facts about the life of the ancient Egyptians.
What’s included in the tour:
- Departure: Departure from Sharm El Sheikh at 00:30, depending on the location of your hotel (the journey to Cairo takes approximately 8 hours, sometimes up to 10 hours one way, depending on police escorts – if this is important to you, we recommend choosing the Cairo and Pyramids tour by plane);
- Egyptian Museum: Visit the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, with over 160,000 exhibits from all periods of Egyptian history;
- Giza Pyramids: Explore the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure;
- Great Sphinx: See the iconic Great Sphinx;
- Papyrus Institute and Oil Factory: Visit the papyrus institute and an oil factory;
- Nile River cruise: Enjoy a boat ride on the Nile River (optional, additional fee of $10, payable directly to the guide on the bus);
- Lunch: A buffet lunch;
- Return transfer: Return to your hotel around 01:00 (departure from Cairo is approximately 16:00-17:00. Sometimes the return may be later, depending on the traffic situation and police checkpoints).
Please note that the order of the program may vary depending on the guide’s decision and the tourist flow at the attractions.
Included in the tour price:
- All entrance fees to attractions;
- Transportation;
- Lunch (buffet style);
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide.
*Not included in the tour price:
- Nile River boat ride (optional, additional $10, payable directly to the guide on the bus);
- Beverages during lunch.
Important! Children 4 years old and younger are free. If they occupy a separate seat on the bus, a fee of $15 applies.
Additional Information:
- Visa Requirements: An Egyptian visa is required for this tour. If you only have a Sinai stamp and need assistance with obtaining a visa, we can help you process it immediately before the tour. The visa fee is $25, plus a service fee of $5, totaling $30. Please note that due to visa processing, your hotel pickup time may be approximately 1 hour earlier.
- Transportation: A comfortable, large bus with two drivers, security, air conditioning, and a restroom will transport you to Cairo.
- Pyramid of Khufu: Entrance to the Pyramid of Khufu is not included in the tour price. If you wish to enter the pyramid (time permitting), tickets can be purchased at the entrance for 1000 Egyptian pounds (~$20).
- Nile Cruise: Tourists who do not participate in the Nile cruise will wait in the bus, as per Egyptian tourism regulations.
- Shopping: Please be aware that our tour guides may offer souvenirs for sale, which is a common practice in Egypt. Our online service does not control the quality or prices of these items.
- Restroom: To prevent unpleasant odors, the bus restroom may be closed by the driver under the pretense of malfunction. We recommend using restrooms at stops and near attractions (fee is approximately 10 Egyptian pounds). Restrooms are free at the lunch location. In case of an urgent need and a closed bus restroom, please contact our booking department for assistance.
- Private Tour: The tour program can be customized for a private tour with a personal car and guide. This allows for a more flexible itinerary and adjustments to your preferences. The cost for a car (minivan) with a driver and guide is $270, plus an additional $35 ($20 for children) per person for the standard program.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Your price is so low... Probably you are doing a low-quality service?
We truly offer some of the lowest prices while maintaining a high quality of service. The reason is that we are an online booking company for large tour operators in Egypt, allowing us to offer very competitive prices due to our large volume of tourists. By booking with us, you receive high-quality service without overpaying intermediaries.
What kind of buses and transfers do you have?
A variety of transportation is available for use by the event organizers within the park, including cars, minivans, and comfortable buses. All vehicles are equipped with air conditioning and safety systems. For longer journeys, buses with restrooms are provided. Additionally, all vehicles undergo regular maintenance and sanitation checks, and possess the necessary tourist permits. Furthermore, drivers undergo inspections by the tourist police before each long trip.
How and when do I pay for the tour?
We work without prepayment. All group tours are paid for on the bus or during the tour itself. The exceptions are prepayments for private tours and tours that require purchasing airline tickets or processing documents. Our main programs are paid for directly during the transfer or at the beginning of the tour. You don’t need to look for someone to pay for the tour. An employee of the organizer will approach you. You can pay in cash in US dollars, euros, or Egyptian pounds. For your convenience, we also offer the option of transferring funds to a bank card in rubles, hryvnias, and euros at the exchange rate or to a cryptocurrency wallet in USDT, prior to the tour. For more detailed information on payment methods and refunds, please see here.
Do you have a tourist license?
Egypt is a highly regulated country, especially when it comes to tourism. For any vehicle or yacht to depart on an excursion, daily permits must be obtained from both the police and the military. If the tour operators don’t have a valid tourism license, they naturally won’t be granted these permits. This is why for certain excursions, we may request copies of your vouchers and passports (this applies to sea excursions in Sharm El-Sheikh, private tours, and some group tours if they involve leaving the city. For other excursions, permits are simply issued based on the number of people, and passport details are not required).
Are we insured during the excursion?
Unfortunately, some hotel guides try to convince tourists that their travel insurance is allegedly invalid if they book excursions with external tour operators, as opposed to their own company. This is not true.
Firstly, your travel insurance is valid throughout Egypt, just as it would be if you booked with the hotel’s tour company.
Secondly, if you are on a boat, bus, or other mode of transport, the organizer bears full insurance liability to the passengers. Otherwise, they simply would not be able to obtain a permit to conduct tour activities. Egypt has quite strict tourism regulations, and permits are required before each trip.
How can I retrieve a lost item from a tour?
We always remind our guests to double-check that they have all their belongings when exiting the bus or yacht at the end of the tour. Unfortunately, recovering lost items can be quite challenging due to the immediate departure of vehicles for cleaning and the complexities of Egyptian logistics. While we will do our best to help you locate your belongings, we cannot guarantee a 100% recovery rate. If we are able to find your item, there will be a delivery fee of $5-10. Please be mindful of your belongings!
Should I adjust my plans or wait for the tour?
We have a significant daily influx of booking requests for our programs from tourists. As a result, most excursions are organized daily or on specific days of the week following a detailed schedule provided in each program’s description. After booking, we will send you the exact pick-up time from your hotel. Many tours will be conducted with small groups from various hotels who have purchased excursions through tour operators. The only difference is that our prices are 40-60% lower (our organizers conduct all major excursions in Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh for Russian-speaking tourists).
Where can I find the photographer who took photos on the tour?
We would like to inform you that the photographers accompanying you on excursions act as independent representatives of their photo studios. They are not part of our online service or the program organizer team. All terms and conditions related to the photoshoot and its payment are discussed and agreed upon directly between you and the photographer. We recommend that you approach prepayments with caution and ensure the reliability of the services, as well as obtain all the photographer’s contact information before making any payments.