Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt on a captivating 2-day tour from Hurghada to Cairo and Alexandria.
During this tour, you will visit the two most significant cities in the country – the capital, Cairo, and the largest port city, Alexandria.
In Cairo, with the help of a professional guide, you will embark on a journey to discover the main attraction of Egypt – the Pyramids of Giza. These majestic structures, built in the ancient world, rightfully attract the attention of many tourists from all over the world. In addition, in Cairo, you will visit the Egyptian Museum, where you will see unique exhibits that acquaint you with the history of the largest Arab country.
One of the most interesting sights of Alexandria is the Citadel of Qaitbay (Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqafa). Also, on the tour, you will visit the Alexandrian library, the Roman theater, the magnificent Abu-al-Abbas mosque, and a series of streets lined with architectural masterpieces and favorite places for Egyptologists.
You will feel the atmosphere of old cities, enjoy the local cuisine, and feel the spirit of this sacred land.
An excursion to Alexandria from Hurghada will be an unforgettable journey that will leave you with unforgettable memories of the ancient and mysterious land of the pharaohs.
What is included in the tour program?
Day 1 – Cairo:
- Departure from Hurghada: Around 1:00 AM, depending on your hotel location (the journey to Cairo takes approximately 8 hours, depending on police escorts);
- Egyptian Museum: Visit the renowned Egyptian Museum.
- Great Sphinx: See the iconic Great Sphinx.
- Pyramids of Giza: Explore the magnificent Pyramids of Giza.
- Papyrus Institute and Oil Factory: Visit the Papyrus Institute and an oil factory.
- Nile River Cruise: Optional Nile River cruise (additional fee of $10, payable directly to the guide on the bus).
- Lunch: Enjoy a buffet lunch.
- Check-in and Dinner: Transfer to your hotel and have dinner.
Day 2 – Alexandria:
- Early breakfast at the hotel;
- Transfer to Alexandria, approximately at 5:00 AM;
- Fort Qaitbay;
- Abu al-Abbas Mosque;
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina;
- Additional sights may be visited at no extra charge, depending on available time and agreement with the guide (aquarium, Roman theater);
- Lunch at a seafood restaurant;
- Departure from Alexandria, approximately at 2:30 PM;
- Return to Hurghada, approximately at 11:00 PM.
Please note that the order of the program may vary depending on the guide’s decision and the flow of tourists at the attractions.
Included in the tour price:
- All entrance tickets to attractions;
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide;
- Breakfast, dinner, and two lunches are included;
- Transportation within Hurghada
- (El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, and Makadi Bay areas: additional charge of $10* roundtrip. Soma Bay and Safaga areas: additional charge of $20* roundtrip.
- *The price is indicated for one booking roundtrip, up to 6 people. Transfer may be group).
Not included in the tour price:
- Drinks throughout the program;
- A boat trip on the Nile (optional, additional charge of $10, purchased directly from the guide on the bus).
Additional Information:
- Transfer from Hurghada and back by air-conditioned bus with a toilet (may be replaced by a minibus if a large group is not gathered);
- To prevent possible odors, the toilet on the bus may be closed by the driver under the pretext of a malfunction. We recommend using the toilets at stops and near attractions, the cost is approximately 10 Egyptian pounds; toilets are free during lunch and on Banana Island. In case of urgent need and a closed toilet on the bus, please contact our booking department for assistance;
- Transfer from Cairo to Alexandria and back is possible by minibus if a large group is not gathered;
- Montaza Palace in Alexandria is closed for restoration, it is not included in the program;
- Entrance inside the Pyramid of Khufu is not included in the price, if desired (if there is time left on the program), a ticket is purchased at the ticket office at the entrance to the pyramid, the price is 1000 Egyptian pounds (~$20).
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.