Tour programs vary, and you can see their descriptions below.
Journey to Cairo: The City Where Eras Meet
This private excursion from Hurghada to Cairo is not just a trip, but a true adventure, allowing you to touch all the epochs of Egypt — from the oldest pyramid to modern treasures.Imagine embarking on a private journey from sunny Hurghada to the very heart of Egypt — Cairo. This city is a living embodiment of history, where ancient civilizations stand side by side with the vibrant life of a modern metropolis.
Pyramids: Ancient Giants and Their Secrets
Your excursion begins with a dive into the era of the Old Kingdom. You will visit Dahshur — the place where the first “true” pyramids were built. You will see the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, which tell the story of how Egyptian architects constructed these colossal monuments.Next, you will head to Saqqara and the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser — the very first pyramid in Egypt’s history. You will walk through the ancient funerary complex and feel like a part of history itself.
Then comes the highlight — the world-famous Pyramids of Giza. Here you will marvel at the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Standing at their base, you will feel their grandeur and capture breathtaking photos. Beside them, the mysterious Great Sphinx awaits — the eternal guardian of ancient secrets.
Museums: The Heart of Egyptian Culture
At the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), you will see a collection that spans all eras — from the Pre-Dynastic period to modern times. The jewel of the museum is the Royal Mummies Hall, where in an atmosphere of silence and reverence, you will encounter the preserved bodies of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs.
The tour price includes:
Entrance tickets according to the program;
Lunch (buffet);
Individual services of a Russian-speaking guide;
Individual transportation service:
(El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, and Makadi areas — extra +$10* round trip.
Soma Bay and Safaga areas — extra +$20* round trip.
*The price is per booking, round trip, up to 6 people. Transfer may be shared).
Not included in the tour price:
Drinks during lunch;
Boat trip on the Nile (optional, paid separately, arranged with the guide on site).
Water
A photo of your passport on your phone
Lunch box (ordered in advance at the hotel reception)
Warm clothes (needed in the air-conditioned bus and during the winter season)
Comfortable shoes
Head covering
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Money for the excursion and small expenses
Power bank for charging your phone
What is included in the standard excursion program*:
Departure from the hotel around 02:30 (exact time is confirmed after booking; the road to Cairo takes about 5–6 hours with a stop for rest and toilet);
National Cairo Museum;
Pyramids of Giza (Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure) and the Great Sphinx;
Lunch (buffet);
Transfer back to the hotel by 21:00 (departure from Cairo approximately at 16:00–17:00).
*The order and timing of the program may change depending on the tourist flow at the attractions, agreements with the guide, and any added program.
Standard program cost (total price, the more people, the lower the price per person):
1 person (car) = $195 (minimum trip cost);
2 people (car) = $220 (child 6–12 y.o. –$10 off);
3 people (car) = $260 (child 6–12 y.o. –$10 off);
3 people (minibus) = $280 (child 6–12 y.o. –$10 off);
4 people (minibus) = $350 (child 6–12 y.o. –$10 off);
5 or more people (up to 8*, minibus) = +$30 per person (children 6–12 y.o. +$15) added to the cost for 4 people listed above.
*If 8 adults are traveling, the cost per person is $59 — only $19 more per person than the group program. By law, a minibus with 14 seats can only carry 8 tourists + guide, driver, and possibly security. If there are more than 8 people — the cost is on request, as a large bus must be provided (government rules).
Children up to 5 years old inclusive are free of charge, if this does not affect the provision of a minibus.
Optional add-ons (“constructor” method):
⚠️ Maximum of 3–4 attractions can be visited in one day (so you can add 1–2 more locations or replace standard ones).
Prices are per person per attraction (valid only when booked in advance through the booking office; guides may charge more on site):
Old Cairo (Christian part); Nile boat ride — $10; children 6–12 y.o. — $5 (replacement of any standard attraction — free of charge*).
Saqqara Pyramids; Dahshur Pyramids; National Museum of Egyptian Civilization — $15; children 6–12 y.o. — $8 (replacement of any standard attraction — surcharge $5/$3*).
Grand Egyptian Museum — $25; children 6–12 y.o. — $13 (replacement of any standard attraction — surcharge $15/$7*).
*The Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are considered one location. If adding more than one extra attraction, the route must be coordinated in advance with the booking office, since a maximum of 4–5 attractions can be visited in one day.
Additional information:
A deposit of $50 is required to reserve the car and guide and obtain permits (refundable if canceled no less than 24 hours before departure);
Passport photos of all participants are required to process a tourist permit with the police;
Sometimes guides stop at shopping centers (alabaster or oil factories). To guarantee exclusion of these stops, there is a surcharge of +$15 (sometimes you can negotiate free of charge on site or simply enter without purchasing anything);
Entry inside the Pyramid of Khufu is not included; if desired (and time permits), a ticket can be purchased at the entrance — 1500 EGP (~$30);
Private cars not older than 2020 are provided; Toyota Hiace minibuses — 2018–2022 models. All vehicles are in good condition and regularly inspected.
⚠️ Please note: the guide may travel with you from Hurghada (along with the driver). If booking a car for 3 people, consider ordering a larger car (SUV) +$20, or preferably a minibus (see prices above).