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Tour Details

Duration	12 Hours
Tour Location	Cairo
Tour Type	Daily Tour
Pickup	Your Hotel in Soma Bay

Overview

Cairo Full Day Tour From Soma Bay By Flight

This Cairo Day Trip from Soma Bay by Flight gives you a full day to explore some of Egypt’s most important ancient landmarks without an overnight stay. After an early pickup from your Soma Bay hotel, fly from Hurghada to Cairo and begin your sightseeing with the Giza Pyramids Complex. For travelers looking for more ways to explore Egypt from the Red Sea, you can also browse our Soma Bay Day Tours for additional destinations and experiences.

Visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx, and Valley Temple of Khafre, then continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum to discover a wide collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Enjoy lunch at a Cairo restaurant before heading to Cairo Airport for your return flight to Hurghada and transfer back to your Soma Bay hotel. If you’re still comparing destinations for your holiday, explore our Egypt Day Tours to discover other day-trip options from across Egypt, including Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.

Why Book This Tour

Fly to Cairo, Then Explore the Pyramids

Private Egyptologist guide accompanies you during your Cairo sightseeing.
Fly to Cairo and return the same day, avoiding an overnight stay.
Explore the Giza Pyramids Complex, including the Great Pyramid, Sphinx, and Valley Temple.
Visit the GEM and discover its collection of ancient Egyptian treasures.
Round-trip domestic flights between Hurghada and Cairo are included.
Private air-conditioned transportation is provided for transfers in Soma Bay and Cairo.
12-hour itinerary from Soma Bay hotel pickup to hotel drop-off.
Affordable prices without compromising on quality or service.
24/7 customer support to assist with any concerns or inquiries.

Only on this route

Most same-day Cairo trips from the Red Sea limit the number of major sites to fit the flight schedule. This tour combines the Giza Pyramids, Valley Temple, and Grand Egyptian Museum before returning to Soma Bay the same day.

What You Get

Inclusion & Exclusion

Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Soma Bay by a Tripidays representative.
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers.
Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide during the Cairo sightseeing program.
Round-trip domestic flight between Hurghada and Cairo.
Entrance fees to Cairo trip attractions are mentioned in the itinerary.
Lunch at a Cairo restaurant.
One Bottled water during the tour.
All taxes and service charges.

Excluded

Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra meals, etc.)
Tips for guides and drivers.

What You See

Highlights

Cairo Attractions

Giza Complex
The Great Sphinx
Valley Temple of Khafre
Grand Egyptian Museum

Your Day at a Glance

Itinerary

Your journey starts with an early morning hotel pickup from Soma Bay and transfer to Hurghada Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will meet your private Egyptologist tour guide and begin your Cairo sightseeing program.
Giza Pyramid Complex
Your Cairo tour begins at the Giza Pyramids Complex, one of Egypt's most famous archaeological sites. The complex includes the three main pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple.
The Great Pyramid of Giza
Continue to the Great Pyramid of Giza, built for Pharaoh Khufu during the Old Kingdom. It is the largest of the three main pyramids at Giza and was constructed as the king's monumental tomb.
The Great Sphinx
Next, visit the Great Sphinx, the monumental limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh. Traditionally associated with King Khafre, the Sphinx stands beside the Giza pyramids and remains one of Egypt's most recognizable ancient monuments.
Valley Temple of Khafre
Continue to the Valley Temple of Khafre, an important structure within the Giza pyramid complex. Built during the Old Kingdom, the temple was connected with the funerary rituals of King Khafre.
Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
After exploring the Giza Plateau, continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, a modern museum dedicated to Egypt's ancient heritage.
Transfer Back to Soma Bay
After completing your Cairo sightseeing, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your return flight to Hurghada. Upon arrival, continue by private vehicle to your hotel in Soma Bay, marking the end of your Cairo day trip by plane.
Meals
Lunch

Note: You can let us know if you'd like to customize your tour itinerary to meet your needs. We value your input and aim to accommodate your requirements.

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this Cairo Day Trip from Soma Bay by Flight include?

The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Soma Bay, round-trip flights between Hurghada and Cairo, private air-conditioned transportation, a private English-speaking Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to the Giza Pyramids Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum, lunch, bottled water, and applicable taxes and service charges.

What sites does the Cairo day trip from Soma Bay cover?

The tour covers the Giza Pyramids Complex, Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple of Khafre, and Grand Egyptian Museum, followed by lunch before returning to Soma Bay. Travelers who also want to see Luxor can check the luxor day tour from Soma Bay for a separate day tour option.

How long is the Cairo Day Trip from Soma Bay?

The full-day tour lasts approximately 12 hours, beginning with early-morning pickup from your Soma Bay hotel and ending with your return to the resort after the flight from Cairo to Hurghada.

How do I travel from Soma Bay to Cairo?

You will be picked up from your Soma Bay hotel and transferred to Hurghada Airport for the flight to Cairo. After your Cairo sightseeing, you will return by flight from Cairo to Hurghada and continue by vehicle to Soma Bay.

Is a guide included in the Cairo day trip?

Yes. A private English-speaking Egyptologist guide accompanies you during the Cairo sightseeing program and provides information about the archaeological sites and museum visit.

What to Pack

Hat Backpack Comfy Shoes Powerbank Medical Kit Comfy Clothes Sunglasses & Sunscreen Personal Hygiene Products Valid Passport For 6 Months

Where You'll Go

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Tour Prices

Solo $710 / person
2 - 4 Pax $560 / person
5 - 8 Pax $470 / person
9 - 16 Pax $460 / person

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2 - 4 Pax $550 / person
5 - 8 Pax $470 / person
9 - 16 Pax $460 / person

Solo $720 / person
2 - 4 Pax $570 / person
5 - 8 Pax $480 / person
9 - 16 Pax $470 / person

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Solo $720 / person
2 - 4 Pax $570 / person
5 - 8 Pax $480 / person
9 - 16 Pax $470 / person

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What Our Customers Say

Hear from our satisfied customers about their travel experiences with us.

A very well-organized day from start to finish. The flights made it easy to visit Cairo from Soma Bay, and our guide explained the history clearly without making the tour feel rushed.

Emma Wilson

United Kingdom

We really enjoyed this Cairo day trip. Seeing the pyramids in person was unforgettable, and the visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum added a great balance to the experience. Everything was handled smoothly.

Michael Rossi

Italy

A great option for anyone staying in Soma Bay who wants to see Cairo without spending a night there. The private guide was knowledgeable, and the transportation and timing were well arranged.

Sophie Martin

France

The tour gave us a lot to see in one day while keeping the experience comfortable. The pyramids and Sphinx were the highlights for me, and I appreciated having a guide who could answer our questions.

Daniel Cooper

United States

We had a very enjoyable experience and felt well looked after throughout the day. The combination of the Giza sites and the Grand Egyptian Museum made the trip worthwhile, especially since we could return to Soma Bay the same evening.

Anna Kowalska

Poland