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Private Cairo Tour from Hurghada: Pyramids, GEM & Optional Balloon Ride

18 Hours Not CancellablePickup availableInstant confirmationGuided by sara tours egypt

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Why we love it?

This private Cairo tour from Hurghada offers a fully customizable day exploring Egypt’s capital with a licensed Egyptologist guide and private transportation. You can choose to visit iconic sites such as the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, or the historic streets of Old Cairo, tailoring the itinerary to your interests. Included are entrance fees to the Giza Pyramids area and the Grand Egyptian Museum, as well as a buffet lunch at a local Cairo restaurant. Optional experiences like a tethered Silver Balloon ride over the Giza Plateau and a traditional Nile boat cruise can be added to enhance the day, though these are not included in the base price. This tour suits travelers seeking a flexible, comfortable, and in-depth exploration of Cairo’s ancient and modern highlights without the constraints of group schedules.

Inclusions

Private round-trip transportation from your hotel in Hurghada to Cairo
Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
Professional licensed Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to the Giza Pyramids area
Entrance ticket to the Grand Egyptian Museum
Visit to the Great Sphinx
Buffet lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo
Optional traditional Nile boat cruise, if selected at booking
Shopping stops included as part of the tour experience
Bottled mineral water during the trip
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All applicable taxes and service charges

Exclusions

Optional tethered Silver Balloon experience at the Giza Plateau – approximately €190 per person
Nile boat cruise unless the optional cruise is selected
Personal expenses
Drinks during lunch
Gratuities for the guide and driver
Any additional services or activities not specifically mentioned under "What's Included"

Please Note

This is a private tour designed to provide a comfortable and personalized Cairo experience.
The journey from Hurghada to Cairo takes approximately 5–6 hours each way, depending on traffic and road conditions.
The tour includes considerable driving and walking, so comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended.
Pickup time depends on your hotel location and will be confirmed after booking.
Please provide your hotel name and complete pickup details when making your reservation.
The Grand Egyptian Museum operates with scheduled entry arrangements, and opening hours and visitor regulations may change. Your visit will be arranged according to the museum's current operating requirements.
The optional Silver Balloon costs approximately €190 per person and is not included in the standard tour price.
The Silver Balloon is subject to weather conditions and wind speed. If conditions are unsuitable for safe operation, the balloon may be cancelled or suspended without affecting the remainder of your private Cairo tour.
The Nile cruise is optional and available at an additional cost.
Shopping stops are included in the tour experience. There is no obligation to purchase anything.
The exact order of sightseeing stops may be adjusted by your guide according to traffic, site conditions, museum entry times, and operational requirements.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please follow your guide's instructions throughout the tour and at all archaeological and museum sites.