Discover Cairo in a Day: Overnight Tour from Sharm El-Sheikh by Flight
Are you dreaming of exploring the ancient wonders of Cairo but have limited time during your vacation? An overnight tour from Sharm El-Sheikh to Cairo by flight offers a perfect solution to experience the city’s iconic landmarks in just one memorable day. This exciting itinerary combines convenience, comfort, and adventure, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in Egypt’s rich history without the need for extensive travel planning. Read on to discover the highlights of this incredible journey and how to make the most of your overnight tour to Cairo from Sharm El-Sheikh.
Why Choose an Overnight Tour from Sharm El-Sheikh to Cairo?
Sharm El-Sheikh, renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife, is also a gateway to Egypt’s historic treasures. While Cairo is approximately 500 kilometers away, a quick flight makes it feasible to visit in a single day. An overnight tour offers several advantages:
The Itinerary: What to Expect
Early Morning Flight from Sharm El-Sheikh to Cairo
Your adventure begins early morning with a flight from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Most tour packages include a pre-arranged transfer to the airport and a round-trip flight. The flight duration is approximately 1 hour, allowing you to maximize your time in Cairo.
Morning Tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
Upon arrival in Cairo, your tour guide will greet you and take you directly to the Giza Plateau. Here, you’ll marvel at the majestic Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, standing as testaments to Egypt’s ancient engineering prowess. Don’t forget your camera — these monuments are iconic symbols of Egypt. Adjacent to the pyramids, explore the enigmatic Sphinx, a colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a Pharaoh, believed to guard the tombs of the pharaohs.
Lunch Break with Traditional Egyptian Cuisine
After exploring Giza, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant or hotel, offering authentic Egyptian dishes like koshari, falafel, or grilled meats. This is a perfect opportunity to experience local flavors and relax before continuing your tour.
Afternoon Visit to the Egyptian Museum
Next, head to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo’s Downtown district. Home to over 120,000 artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun, the museum provides a comprehensive overview of Egypt’s ancient civilization. Highlights include the gold mask of Tutankhamun, mummies, and intricate jewelry, offering insights into Egypt’s rich history and culture.
Optional Visit to Islamic and Coptic Cairo
Depending on your interests and time, some tours include visits to Islamic Cairo’s stunning mosques like Al-Azhar or Sultan Hassan, and Coptic Cairo’s historic churches, including the Hanging Church. These sites showcase Egypt’s diverse religious heritage.
Return to Cairo Airport and Flight Back to Sharm El-Sheikh
In the late afternoon, your guide will escort you back to Cairo International Airport for your return flight to Sharm El-Sheikh. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel or resort.
Tips for a Successful Overnight Cairo Tour
Conclusion
An overnight tour from Sharm El-Sheikh to Cairo by flight is an excellent way to experience Egypt’s ancient wonders efficiently and comfortably. This whirlwind adventure offers a glimpse into the grandeur of the pyramids, the mysteries of the Sphinx, and the treasures housed in the Egyptian Museum—all in just one day. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a cultural explorer, or a curious traveler, this tour promises an unforgettable experience in the heart of Egypt’s timeless capital. Book your overnight Cairo tour today and embark on a journey through history that you’ll cherish forever.
Ancient Egypt Tours Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El-Sheikh, transfer to Sharm El-Sheikh Airport for Flight to Cairo, where you will be met, assisted by our Cairo representative, then drive to enjoy an excursion to 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.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted by your private guide to visit the ever-famous
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. Then you will be transferred to Cairo domestic airport to fly back to Sharm El-Sheikh where you will be met by a company Representative and transferred by private air conditioned van class to your hotel in Sharm El-Sheikh .
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 600 $ |
| Twin Room | 480 $ |
| Triple Room | 450$ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 460 $ |
| Twin Room | 400 $ |
| Triple Room | 380 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 500 $ |
| Twin Room | 420 $ |
| Triple Room | 400 $ |
| Room Type | Price/Person |
|---|---|
| Single Room | 400 $ |
| Twin Room | 385 $ |
| Triple Room | 365 $ |
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
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
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.
