Fly from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo and back in one day to see the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum with an Egyptologist guide. Flights, entry fees, lunch and hotel pickup included.
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Fast & Comfortable – 1-hour flight to Cairo instead of an 8-hour bus ride.
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Explore Cairo’s best sights – Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum.
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Expert Egyptologist guide for historical insights.
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Optional Nile River Felucca ride.
See the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum in one day from Sharm El Sheikh. You fly to Cairo and back (about 1 hour each way) instead of 6-7 hours on the road each way, with an Egyptologist guide all day.
Trip facts
| Price | £230 per adult, £165 per child (4-11), babies 0-3 free |
| Duration | Full day, about 16 hours |
| Hotel pickup | About 4:30 AM from Sharm El Sheikh hotels, back about 9:00 PM |
| Flights | Return flights Sharm El Sheikh – Cairo |
| You see | Egyptian Museum, the three Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx |
| Food | Lunch at a local restaurant (drinks extra), bottled water |
| Extras | Camel ride at the Pyramids £15, Nile felucca ride £10, entry inside a pyramid (extra fee) |
| Booking | 30% deposit online, the rest on the day |
| Good for | Anyone in Sharm with one free day who wants to see the real Pyramids |
The day, step by step
- 4:30 AM: pickup from your hotel and transfer to Sharm El Sheikh airport.
- Morning: 1-hour flight to Cairo, where your guide meets you.
- Egyptian Museum: ancient objects including treasures of Tutankhamun.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Giza Pyramids: the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure.
- The Great Sphinx and the valley temple.
- Evening: flight back to Sharm and drop-off at your hotel at about 9:00 PM.
Flight or bus?
The flight is the only way to see the Pyramids and sleep in Sharm the same night. If you prefer to spend less and do not mind a long drive, the 2-day Cairo trip by bus drives overnight. For more time in Cairo, there is a 2-day trip by flight with a hotel night. Read how far the Pyramids are from Sharm El Sheikh to compare.
Looking for the pyramid near Sharm? The Artificial Pyramid is a modern one in the desert, visited on a half-day safari. It is not an ancient monument.
Can you visit the Giza Pyramids from Sharm El Sheikh in one day?
Yes, by plane. You fly to Cairo early in the morning, see the Egyptian Museum, the Pyramids and the Sphinx, and fly back to Sharm the same evening.
How long is the flight from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo?
About 1 hour each way. The whole day, from hotel pickup to drop-off, is about 16 hours.
What time is hotel pickup?
Around 4:30 AM from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh. You are back at your hotel at about 9:00 PM.
Are entry tickets included?
Yes. Entry to the Egyptian Museum, the Giza Pyramids area and the Sphinx is included. Going inside a pyramid costs extra.
What do I need to bring?
Your passport for the domestic flight, comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen and some cash for drinks and tips.
Can I cancel?
Flights are non-refundable once paid, so this trip cannot be refunded after payment. If we cancel, you choose a full refund or a new date.
Questions before booking? WhatsApp us on +20 100 888 3323, 24/7.
Tour Plan
Transfer from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh to the airport.
Enjoy a short 1-hour flight to Cairo.
Explore thousands of ancient artifacts, including King Tutankhamun’s golden treasures.
Savor traditional Egyptian cuisine (drinks not included).
Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure.
Discover the mystical guardian of the pyramids.
Experience a relaxing boat ride.
Shop for souvenirs in Cairo’s famous historical market.
Enjoy a smooth flight back.
Transfer back to your accommodation.
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Free Hotel Pickup Across Sharm El Sheikh
Hotel pickup and drop-off are free from any hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, including Naama Bay, Nabq Bay, Sharks Bay, Hadaba and Ras Um Sid. Your driver meets you in the hotel lobby, and we confirm your exact pickup time on WhatsApp before the trip.
| Min - Max (Persons) | Adult Price | Children Price | Baby Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 - 0 | €270.50 | €192.35 | €0.00 |
