Name: Overnight Tour to Cairo from Hurghada by Car
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Explore the Wonders of Cairo: Overnight Tour from Hurghada by Car

Are you looking for an exciting adventure that combines the vibrant history of Cairo with the convenience of a comfortable journey? An overnight tour from Hurghada to Cairo by car offers a perfect opportunity to explore Egypt’s iconic landmarks without the need for a lengthy stay. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the highlights of this memorable trip, ensuring you make the most of your Egyptian adventure.

Why Choose an Overnight Tour from Hurghada to Cairo?

Hurghada, known for its stunning beaches and vibrant marine life, is a popular Red Sea resort town. While it’s a fantastic destination on its own, venturing to Cairo for an overnight trip allows travelers to experience the grandeur of Egypt’s ancient civilization in a short timeframe. Traveling by car offers flexibility, comfort, and the chance to enjoy scenic views along the route.

The Journey: From Hurghada to Cairo by Car

The drive from Hurghada to Cairo typically takes around 4 to 5 hours, covering approximately 450 kilometers. Many tour operators organize private or group trips, providing comfortable vehicles equipped with amenities for a smooth journey. The route mainly follows the desert roads, offering travelers a unique perspective of Egypt’s vast landscapes.

Key Highlights of the Cairo Overnight Tour

Giza Pyramids and Sphinx
The crown jewel of Egypt’s ancient history, the Pyramids of Giza are a must-see. During your tour, you’ll explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Don’t miss the iconic Sphinx, guarding the pyramids and shrouded in mystery. Guided tours often include entry to the pyramids and the Solar Boat Museum, providing insights into ancient Egyptian engineering and beliefs.
Egyptian Museum of Antiquities
Located in Tahrir Square, the Egyptian Museum houses a vast collection of artifacts spanning over 5,000 years. Highlights include the treasures of Tutankhamun, ancient jewelry, statues, and papyrus scrolls. A visit here offers a deep dive into Egypt’s rich history and culture.
Khan El Khalili Bazaar
For a taste of local life, wander through Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s historic souk. Here, you can browse traditional crafts, jewelry, spices, and souvenirs. The bustling market provides a vibrant atmosphere and opportunities for memorable shopping.
Islamic and Coptic Cairo
Depending on your time, your tour can include visits to historic mosques like Al-Azhar or the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and Coptic Christian sites such as the Hanging Church. These sites showcase Egypt’s diverse religious heritage.

Practical Tips for Your Overnight Cairo Trip

Book in Advance: Secure your spot with a reputable tour operator to ensure a smooth experience.
Pack Light and Smart: Bring essentials such as comfortable shoes, sun protection, water, and camera gear.
Dress Appropriately: Respect local customs, especially when visiting religious sites.
Timing: Most tours depart early in the morning from Hurghada and return late evening, allowing ample time for sightseeing.
Guided Tours: Opt for guided experiences to gain historical insights and navigate sites efficiently.

Benefits of an Overnight Tour

Choosing an overnight trip maximizes your time in Cairo while minimizing travel fatigue. It’s an efficient way to see Egypt’s highlights, especially if you have limited days. Additionally, many tours include hotel pickups and drop-offs, making logistics hassle-free.

Conclusion

An overnight tour from Hurghada to Cairo by car is an unforgettable way to explore Egypt’s ancient marvels. From the majestic pyramids to bustling markets, this trip offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and adventure. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a curious traveler, this journey promises an enriching experience that will leave you with lasting memories of Egypt’s timeless wonder.

Start planning your Cairo overnight tour today and immerse yourself in the captivating history of Egypt!

Overview

Christian holy city Sightseeing

21 Days All Egypt Sightseeing includes a visit to the ruins of the former Christian holy city . Additionally, it contain a church, a baptistery, basilicas, public buildings, streets, monasteries, houses, and workshops. Surprisingly, Builders established them over the tomb of Menas of Alexandria.

Highlights

Includes

Excludes

Giza Plateau
9 Pyramids
Sphinx, Valley temple
Saqqaras
Memphis
Citadel
Egyptian Museum
Old Cairo
Khan Elkhalili

Pick up services from Hurghada & return.
1 Night accommodation in hotel
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle.
Expert tour guide.
Shopping tours in Cairo.
All taxes & service charge.

International Airfare & visa
Any optional tours
Personal expenses and beverages
Tipping

Itinerary

Day 1Giza Pyramids - Saqqara - Memphis

Enjoy a trip to Cairo from Hurghada. First of all, Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada or El Gouna and then you will start driving to Cairo where you will be met and accompanied by your tour guide.

visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world The Great Pyramid of Khufu’s (Cheops), 3small pyramids You will continue to explore the rest of Giza plateau including the sight of Khafre’s (kaphren) pyramid – Khufu‘s son, the second-largest pyramid on Giza site,, the remains of the funeral temple, the pyramid of Mankawra ( Mykerinus) and 3 small pyramids. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion’s body, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramids of chefren This temple served definitely two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king. After visiting the pyramids, you’ll then continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background.

Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant.

Then Move to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world’s oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser, the museum of Imhotep, the tomb of a high official, the pyramid of king titi, the pyramid of king Unas, and see the pyramids of Dahshur from a distance.

After that transfer to Memphis, which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, the city reached a peak of prestige under the 6th dynasty as a center for the worship of Ptah, the god of creation and artworks. The alabaster sphinx that guards the Temple of Ptah serves as a memorial of the city’s former power and prestige. The Memphis triad, consisting of the creator god Ptah, his consort Sekhmet, and their son Nefertem, formed the main focus of worship in the city. Memphis declined briefly after the 18th dynasty with the rise of Thebes and the New Kingdom and was revived under the Persians before falling firmly into second place following the foundation of Alexandria and see the Statue of Ramses II-16 meters high, the alabaster sphinx you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo

Meal: Lunch

Day 2:Egyptian Museum - Citadel - Old Cairo - Bazaars

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted by your private guide to visit the ever-famous Egyptian Museum, which features artifacts from different period of Egyptian history. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection in the world. Over 250,000 overwhelming artifacts are presented.

Before extending your trip, you will be served with a warm delightful lunch meal at a high-quality restaurant.

After lunch, you will move on to Coptic Cairo to visit Babylon Fortress and the Hanging Church, Church of St. Barbara, Church of St. Sergius and Ben Ezra synagogue.

Enrich you tour with a visit to Amr Ibn El-Aas Mosque which is the very first mosque built in Egypt.

You will continue to explore through history as You will be transferred to the Citadel of Salah El-Din, where you will see the view of all Cairo, as you will visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque which is considered the largest to be built in the beginning of the 19th century the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) who ruled Egypt over 45 years & it is built in Baruk style.

If there is enough time, you will take a walk in Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the most Historically famous and oldest Market in the Middle East. Back to Hurghada

Optional

Dinner Nile cruise
Sound & Light Show
Saqqara & Memphis & Dahshour
Citadel & Old Cairo
Museum of Civilization and Mummies
Cairo Tower and Prince Muhammad Ali Palace

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Prices

Luxury 5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	550 $
Twin Room	375 $
Triple Room	320$

4-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	420 $
Twin Room	275 $
Triple Room	250 $

5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	480$
Twin Room	300 $
Triple Room	275 $

3-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	390 $
Twin Room	250 $
Triple Room	190 $

Our Policies

Prices / Tipping

Room Type & Capacity

Children Policy

Booking Policy

Cancellations & Refunds

Force Measures

Tour Voucher

Price quotes are in USD per person per tour except for celebration. Please inquire for the prices of New Year, Christmas and Easter.

Tipping for a job well done is customary and highly expected in Egypt though it is not obligatory. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your service provider

Single room can accommodate only one adult.
Double room accommodates two adults in either a double bed or double bed and can accommodate a child sharing his parents’ room.
Triple room sleeps 3 adults and can accommodate a child sharing the room.

0 – 5.99 Free of Charge
5.99 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person

Notes:

Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 OR 2 Child under 5 years old sharing parent’s room)

Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required

We are offering a considerable down payment of just 20% to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services and 30% during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination. Therefore, your booking will be a risk-free investment.

In case you cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:

At any time after your booking is confirmed, Ancient Egypt Tours holds a 20% non-refundable deposit

7 days or less before departure, we will retain the 50% payment you have paid in relation to your booking.

We advise all clients to purchase travel insurance in the event that travel is unexpectedly interrupted due to illness. To confirm the booking, the client must pay a deposit of 20% of the total tour price.

Should the reservation be canceled, customers will be charged a fee depending on how far beyond the departure date the cancellation is made. To cancel, the Customer must notify the Tour Organizer in writing.

Full payment forfeiture in case of no show

Cancellation more than 30 days before arrival: 20% of the total tour price (deposit).
Cancellation made between 08 and 30 days before arrival: 50% of the total tour price.
Cancellation made between 04 and 07 days before arrival: 75% of the total tour price.
Cancellation made between 0 and 3 days before arrival: 100% of the total tour price

All Transportation tickets are nonrefundable and there’s also a 5% transaction fee on refunds.

Here, at Ancient Egypt Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid according to cancellation policy, unless you prefer to keep your payment available for future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations, we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.

After your tour is confirmed, we will email final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.

FAQ

1. How to issue your visa?

If you are planning to visit Egypt, there are three types of visas that you can apply for: Visa on Arrival, E-Visa, and Free Visa. To obtain a Visa on Arrival that lasts for 30 days, you must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries, have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining, and pay $25 USD in cash at the airport border guard.

To apply for an E-Visa that also lasts for 30 days, you must have a valid passport with at least 8 months remaining, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee, and print the e-visa to present it to the airport border guard.

If you are one of the lucky ones, you can obtain a free visa that lasts for 90 days.

Please note that the information provided here is current as of the time of writing and may be subject to change. It is always a good idea to check the latest travel advisories and visa requirements before planning your trip to Egypt. Read more about Egypt travel visa.

2. What to pack with you?

A hat to protect your head and face from the sun’s rays.

A camera to capture the beautiful sights and memories of your trip.

An umbrella to shield you from unexpected rain showers.

Comfortable shoes to keep your feet happy while exploring.

Sunblock and sunglasses to protect your skin and eyes from the sun.

Warm clothes if you’re traveling in winter, especially if you plan to visit the desert at night.

Cotton clothes if you’re traveling in summer, as they are breathable and lightweight.

Always wear comfortable shoes.

Medication for any pre-existing medical conditions or emergencies.

A valid passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of your arrival.

Buy a local SIM card.

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3. What is the weather during the tour?

The temperature in Egypt varies from 14°C to 37°C. During summer, the temperature is hot but sometimes it becomes cold at night. In winter, the temperature is cool and mild. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5°C in the wintertime to 23°C in the summertime and the average high temperatures vary from 17°C in the wintertime to 32°C in the summertime. The temperature is moderate all along the coasts.

The temperature details of Egypt. According to Climates to Travel, Egypt’s climate is characterized by the scarcity of rainfall and the abundance of sunshine. In fact, in much of the country, occupied by the eastern part of the Sahara, the climate is desert. Only on the northern coast, overlooking the Mediterranean, there is a certain amount of rain in winter. As for the temperatures, they are milder on the north coast, while they gradually get warmer as you go south. Along the Red Sea coast, temperatures are higher than on the Mediterranean coast but lower than in inland areas. However, summer is very hot. The only mountainous areas, where it can get cold in winter, are located in the east, on the Sinai Peninsula.

4. Is It Safe to Travel To Egypt

You will feel safe in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is quite peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt. Read more about is it safe to travel to Egypt.

5. What Are The Official Languages Of Egypt

Arabic is the official language and Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand English or at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Professional tour guides, who work in the tourism sector, are equipped to handle visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of all our clients.

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