Day Trips

From Sharm El Sheikh by Flight: Full-Day Cairo Tour with Grand Egyptian Museum & Pyramids of Giza

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Enjoy round-trip flights, smooth transfers, a private guide, and entry to Cairo’s must-see sights, with hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh.

Explore the legendary Pyramids of Giza and take in the timeless presence of the Great Sphinx on the Giza Plateau.

Discover ancient treasures, including the famous golden mask of King Tutankhamun, at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a local restaurant, with soft drinks provided as you travel between sites.

Ride comfortably in air-conditioned vehicles and gain deeper insight from your expert Egyptologist guide throughout the day.

Upgrade your experience with entry inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu or add a scenic boat ride along the Nile River.

Entry to the Pyramids of Giza Complex & Grand Egyptian Museum

Transfers in an A/C vehicle

Round-trip flights from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo

Private tour guide

Soft drinks during the drive

Lunch

Entry inside the Great Pyramid Khufu (option based)

30-min Nile River boat ride (option based)

Drinks at the restaurant

Camel ride (10 EUR to be paid cash on site)

Visa, if required (35 USD to be paid in cash onsite)

TOTAL DURATION14 hours - 14 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERAirplane
Timeline
Map
Start point
Sharm El Sheikh
Get direction
3 min
3.7 km
1. Sharm El Sheikh International Airport
Tickets included
1 hr 30 min
Airplane ride
This airport connects the Sinai coast to Egypt’s major cities, making day trips like this possible. It’s relatively compact, so moving from check-in to boarding is usually straightforward.
1 hr 10 min by airplane
493 km
2. Cairo International Airport
Tickets included
39 min
38.2 km
3. Grand Egyptian Museum
Tickets included
2 hr
Guided tour & Free time to explore
7 min
2.1 km
4. Giza Complex
Tickets included
3 hr
2 attractions
1 activity
Guided tour, Visit attraction & Sightseeing
27 min
14 km
5. Nile Boat Ride (based on selected option)
Tickets included (based on selection)
30 min
Boat tour, Panoramic views & Sunset
33 min
26.9 km
6. Cairo International Airport
Tickets included
1 hr 30 min
Airplane ride
1 hr 10 min by airplane
495 km
7. Sharm El Sheikh International Airport
Tickets included
30 min
4 min
3.7 km
End point
Sharm El Sheikh
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Fly from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo for a full-day guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum, Pyramids of Giza, and Sphinx.

Getting started

Your day begins with hotel pickup in Sharm El Sheikh and transfer to the airport. After your flight to Cairo, meet your private guide outside arrivals for a quick introduction and transfer to the first site.

What to expect

This day trip combines Egypt’s most celebrated ancient wonders and cultural treasures, all with the insight of a private guide. You’ll explore the museum’s legendary artifacts, savor a local lunch, and stand before the pyramids and Sphinx.

Features

Grand Egyptian Museum: See a vast collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the golden mask and treasures of King Tutankhamun, and statues of pharaohs and citizens that reveal daily life and royal power.

Pyramids of Giza: Visit the last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Chephren, and the Pyramid of Mykerinos, each over 4,500 years old.

Sphinx and Valley Temple: Marvel at the iconic Sphinx and explore the Chephren Valley Temple, both central to ancient funerary rituals and Egyptian mythology.

Local Egyptian lunch: Enjoy a buffet lunch at a Cairo restaurant, featuring a range of traditional dishes and fresh salads.

Seamless logistics: All transfers, round-trip flights, admissions, and soft drinks during the drive are included for a hassle-free experience.

Entry inside the Great Pyramid and Nile boat ride are not included in this variant but can be arranged on site for an additional fee.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID or passport for airport and security checks.

Carry 35 USD in cash (USD only) if you require a visa for entry to Cairo.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.

Bring sun protection such as a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Carry any personal medications you may need for the day.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed during the tour.

Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the experience.

Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment may not be allowed inside certain attractions.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Pickup time will be communicated at least 1 day before the tour.

Flight times and pickup/drop-off schedules may vary by season and airline availability.

After booking, contact the tour operator to provide all travelers’ names, passport numbers, and your desired pickup time.

Most travelers can participate, but this is a full-day tour with extended periods of walking and standing.

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers.

Drinks at the restaurant, entry inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Nile River boat ride, camel ride, and visa fees are not included and must be paid onsite if desired.

Visa note: The Sinai-only entry stamp allows travel within the Sinai Peninsula (including Sharm El Sheikh and Dahab) but does not permit entry into Cairo. Guests traveling with this stamp must purchase a mainland Egypt visa for $35 per person, payable after booking and before the experience.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.