A Cairo and Alexandria excursion from Sharm El Sheikh is a two-day adventure that allows you to explore the most significant landmarks of northern Egypt.
If you’re in Sharm El Sheikh, a trip to Cairo and Alexandria might seem like a long journey, but it’s well worth it. The distance between Sharm El Sheikh and Cairo is approximately 500 kilometers, and between Cairo and Alexandria, it’s about 220 kilometers.
In Egypt’s capital, you’ll find numerous attractions, including the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, the Islamic Quarter, and much more. Cairo is a vibrant city with a rich history and culture.
Alexandria, the second-largest city in Egypt, is known for its historical monuments and beautiful Mediterranean coastline. Here, you can visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, Pompey’s Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, the library, and other interesting places.
Day 1: Our first stop will be the Great Pyramids of Giza – Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure – one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Then, we’ll head to the Great Sphinx, the symbolic guardian of the pyramids. In Cairo, we’ll also visit the Egyptian Museum, which houses a vast collection of artifacts, including Tutankhamun’s mask and artifacts from the time of the pharaohs.
Day 2: Next, we’ll travel to Alexandria, where we’ll visit the Citadel of Qaitbay, a historic castle on the Mediterranean Sea. The Mosque of Abu al-Abbas will impress you with its tranquility. We will also visit the vicinity of the Alexandria Library, one of the largest libraries in the world with over 5 million books.
Our guides are always available to share their knowledge and interesting facts about the history of Egypt. During the tour, you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of ancient times and gain many impressions.
This trip promises to be a real adventure for any traveler, and we can confidently say that you will be glad you decided to take it.
What's included in the tour:
Day 1 – Cairo:
- Departure from Sharm El Sheikh around 00:30 (depending on the location of your hotel; the journey to Cairo is approximately 8-9 hours, depending on police escorts);
- The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization;
- The Great Sphinx;
- The Pyramids of Giza: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure;
- The Papyrus Institute and oil factory;
- A Nile River cruise on a motorboat (optional, additional fee of $10, payable directly to the guide on the bus);
- Lunch (buffet style);
- Transfer to the hotel and dinner.
Day 2 – Alexandria:
- Abu al-Abbas Mosque;
- Fort Qaitbay;
- Coptic Orthodox Church;
- Lunch (buffet style);
- The Alexandria Library (exterior view only; interior access can be arranged with the guide, closed on Fridays and Saturdays);
- Return to Sharm El Sheikh around 00:00.
Please note that the order of the itinerary may vary depending on the guide’s decision and the crowd at the attractions.
Included in the tour price:
- All entrance fees to attractions;
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide;
- Lunches (buffet style);
- Transportation.
Not included in the tour price:
- Beverages during lunch and dinner;
- Nile River cruise on a motorboat (optional, additional fee of $10, payable directly to the guide on the bus).
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.
