Day Tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo by Car
Private Day Tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo by Car
A day tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo by car takes you on an exceptional journey to discover the charm of Egypt’s capital.
Begin your adventure by exploring the famous Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, guardian of the Giza necropolis, passing by the Valley Temple and the Papyrus Institute that reveals the secrets of writing in ancient Egypt.
Continuing to the Egyptian Museum, which houses the world’s greatest archaeological treasures. Stroll through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, with its vibrant oriental atmosphere.
Tour Highlights
| Tour Inclusions | Tour Exclusions |
| Hotel pickup and drop-off service in Sharm El Sheikh. All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle. Entrance fees to the mentioned historical sites. Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide. Bottled water during the tour. Lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo. All taxes and service charges. | Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary. Tipping. |
Day Tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo by Car Itinerary
On a day tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo by car, a representative from AXA Tours will pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh in an air-conditioned car to head to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, where the trip takes around 6 hours to reach Cairo to start your tour.
Giza Pyramids Complex
Your trip begins at the Giza Pyramids Complex, the legendary site that embodies the greatness of ancient Egyptian civilization. The complex includes the three famous pyramids: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, which are considered among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, along with the Queen’s Pyramids and the Great Sphinx that has guarded the plateau for thousands of years.
You will also see the Valley Temple, which was linked to mummification rituals. You will stop at the Panorama Point to enjoy a stunning view of the pyramids and take unique panoramic photos from the top of the plateau.
Papyrus Institute
Your next stop is the Papyrus Institute, where your local guide will explain how the ancient Egyptians created the world’s first type of paper.
You will also learn about many Pharaonic stories depicted on papyrus sheets. You can purchase artistic papyrus paintings if you wish.
Lunch Break
After that, you will have lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo to experience the most delicious Egyptian dishes.
Egyptian Museum
Then you head to the Egyptian Museum, which displays a rare collection considered the largest and most valuable of Egyptian art in the world, containing more than 10,000 artifacts, including the remarkable collection from the tomb of the royal couple Yuya and Tuya, the great-grandparents of the young King Tutankhamun.
It also includes artifacts from prehistoric times up to the Greco-Roman period and the Mummy Room that explains the art of mummification in ancient Egypt.
Khan El Khalili
Your final stop is Khan El Khalili, where you can see Islamic monuments built more than 1000 years ago and shop in the oldest market in Africa.
City Tour
End your day with a car tour around the city to discover more of its landmarks before returning to Sharm El Sheikh.
Return
At the end of your day tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo by car, you will be transferred back to Sharm El Sheikh.
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What Makes This Tour Unique?
- A private day tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo by car with comfortable hotel pickup and drop-off.
- An exceptional opportunity to explore the Giza Pyramids Complex one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- A cultural experience at the Papyrus Institute, where you discover how ancient Egyptians created the world’s first paper.
- A visit to the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of priceless ancient artifacts from different eras of Egyptian history.
- A vibrant walk through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the oldest market in Africa, filled with authentic oriental atmosphere.
Extra Experience Available
Enhance your experience with an optional felucca ride on the Nile in Cairo, relaxing on a traditional boat and enjoying the city’s landmarks from the water.
Tour Prices
Private tour for 4 persons – (120$) per person
Private tour for 3 persons – (130$) per person
Private tour for 2 persons – (140$) Per Person
Private tour for 1 person – (260$) per person
Children enjoy a 50% discount on standard adult pricing.
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