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Cairo – Hurghada – Cairo (09 Days / 08 Nights)

See Cairo’s Pyramids and Khan El Khalili, then unwind with five nights on the Red Sea in Hurghada on this 9-day Egypt tour with domestic flights and private transfers.

The route2 cities, joined by flight.
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9 days, 8 nightsDuration
2 citiesWhere you sleep
Accommodation in Cairo for two nights with breakfast included., Five nights in Hurghada with breakfast and dinner included.Meals

Why this journey

Begin in Cairo, where your journey opens with a comfortable arrival, hotel check-in and time to settle into the city before the sightseeing begins. This 9-day Egypt itinerary combines the country’s most recognisable ancient monuments with a relaxed Red Sea stay, giving you a balanced mix of history, city life and beach time in one trip.

The Cairo sightseeing day focuses on the Giza Plateau, where the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Pyramid of Chephren, the Pyramid of Mycerinus and the Sphinx bring Egypt’s ancient story into view. You also visit the Papyrus Institute and finish with time at Khan El Khalili, one of the region’s most famous bazaars, where narrow lanes, workshops and traditional shops add a different side to the capital. An English-speaking Egyptologist guides the day, with entrance fees included for the scheduled visits.

From Cairo, you fly to Hurghada for five nights on the Red Sea. Here the pace slows right down, with half-board stays and free time to enjoy the beach, hotel facilities or optional excursions if you want to add more activity. The transfer by domestic flight keeps the route efficient, so you spend more time in destination and less time in transit.

After your Hurghada stay, you return to Cairo for a final night before departure. Private transfers, air-conditioned transport and domestic flights are included throughout, making this a convenient Egypt holiday for travellers who want the highlights of Cairo and Giza paired with an easy beach break in Hurghada.

Trip highlights

  • 01Visit the Great Pyramid, Chephren Pyramid, Mycerinus Pyramid and the Sphinx in Giza
  • 02Explore Khan El Khalili with time for browsing traditional shops and workshops
  • 03Enjoy five nights in Hurghada with a slower Red Sea pace
  • 04Domestic flights between Cairo and Hurghada keep the itinerary efficient
  • 05Private transfers are included in both cities for smoother travel days
  • 06An English-speaking Egyptologist leads the Cairo sightseeing day
  • 07Three nights in Cairo frame the trip with a final overnight before departure
  • 08A good balance of monument visits, shopping time and beach leisure

Day-by-day itinerary

What's included

Included in your trip8 items covered in this fare
Hotels3
  • Accommodation in Cairo for two nights with breakfast included.
  • Five nights in Hurghada with breakfast and dinner included.
  • Final overnight in Cairo with breakfast included.
Transfers2
  • Private arrival and departure transfers in both cities.
  • Transfers are operated in air-conditioned vehicles.
Flights1
  • Domestic air tickets for the Cairo-Hurghada-Cairo routing.
Entrances1
  • Entrance fees for the scheduled guided visits are included.
Guides1
  • Guided sightseeing in Cairo with an English-speaking Egyptologist.
Plan and pay separately7 items not covered by this fare
Flights1
  • Flights to and from Egypt are not included.
Visa1
  • Visa costs are excluded.
Meals1
  • Any meals or drinks not listed in the inclusions are excluded.
Tips1
  • Tips and gratuities are not included.
Optional Tours1
  • Any optional activities in Hurghada are extra.
Personal Expenses1
  • Personal spending is not included.
Taxes1
  • Any bank or payment transfer charges are excluded.

Your hotels

Hotels are named on your confirmation — all are of the stated category.

Meeting & drop-off
You're met atCairoReport by On arrival
You're dropped atCairoBy about After breakfast on day 9

Private airport transfers are included in Cairo and Hurghada. Exact timings are arranged according to flight schedules and hotel check-in times.

8 go inside1 walk through0 exterior only
Cairo8 places
CairoEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
GizaEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Great Pyramid of CheopsEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Pyramid of ChephrenEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Pyramid of MycerinusEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
SphinxEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Papyrus InstituteEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Khan El Khalili BazaarPassed through on the guided tour
Walk through
Hurghada1 places
HurghadaEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside

Egypt

IdealGoodFairAvoid
OctGood

Oct–Apr is the best time — comfortable temperatures for sightseeing. Avoid summer heat exceeding 40°C.

Cairo
Average High
30°C
Rainfall
0mm
Luxor
Average High
34°C
Rainfall
0mm
Hurghada
Average High
30°C
Rainfall
0mm
Sharm el-Sheikh
Average High
30°C
Rainfall
0mm
Essential

Passport, visa and entry requirements

  • Guests are responsible for carrying a valid passport and arranging the required Egypt entry visa.
  • Check passport validity and entry rules before travel.
  • Any visa or documentation costs are excluded unless stated otherwise.
Essential

Insurance and travel readiness

  • Travel insurance is mandatory for this booking.
  • Guests should make sure their cover suits the full trip, including flights and any optional activities.

Extra costs to budget for

  • Tips are not included and are normally paid locally.
  • Budget for personal expenses, drinks, optional excursions and any bank or card charges.

Hotel stays and check-in timing

  • Hotel check-in and check-out follow property rules and may vary by hotel.
  • Two nights are included in Cairo at the start, five nights in Hurghada and one final night in Cairo before departure.

Meal plan on this tour

  • Cairo stays are on bed and breakfast.
  • Hurghada stays are on half board.
  • Meals or beverages not mentioned in the inclusions are extra.

How you move between destinations

  • Private transfers are included in Cairo and Hurghada.
  • Domestic flights connect Cairo and Hurghada in both directions.
  • All transfers are in air-conditioned vehicles.

Optional activities in Hurghada

  • Hurghada offers time for leisure and optional excursions.
  • Any extra activities in the resort area are not included in the package price.

Itinerary and hotel changes

  • The operator may adjust the itinerary or use hotels of similar standard if needed.
  • Unused services are non-refundable.
  • Travel plans may change due to weather, supplier operations or other force majeure events.

Common questions

Is the Cairo sightseeing day guided?

Yes. The Cairo sightseeing day includes an English-speaking Egyptologist and entrance fees for the scheduled visits.

How many nights are spent in Hurghada?

The package includes five nights in Hurghada on a half-board basis.

Are domestic flights included?

Yes. Domestic flights between Cairo and Hurghada are included in the package.

Are the pyramids and the Sphinx included in the itinerary?

Yes. The itinerary includes the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Pyramid of Chephren, the Pyramid of Mycerinus and the Sphinx.

What is not included in the package price?

International flights, Egypt visa, tips, optional Hurghada excursions and personal expenses are not included.

Policies & booking terms
Booking terms
  1. Full payment must be completed 30 days prior to departure, unless otherwise specified.
  2. All bookings are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
  3. Travel insurance is mandatory and must be purchased prior to departure.
  4. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates, taxes, or supplier costs.
  5. Guests are responsible for obtaining valid passports, visas, and any required vaccinations.
  6. Cancellations or amendments are subject to the applicable cancellation policy outlined in the package.
  7. The company is not liable for delays, cancellations, or changes due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, strikes, or other force majeure events.
  8. All travelers must adhere to the local laws and customs of the destinations visited.
  9. No refunds will be issued for unused services, including but not limited to meals, accommodations, or activities.
  10. The company reserves the right to modify the itinerary or substitute hotels of similar standards if necessary.
  11. All special requests (e.g., room preferences, dietary requirements) are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
  12. Guests are responsible for any additional costs incurred due to personal expenses, such as phone calls, laundry, or minibar charges.
  13. Check-in and check-out times are subject to hotel policies and may vary by property.
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