Cairo Mini Tour from Hurghada – Pyramids, Sphinx & Optional Balloon Ride

Discover the highlights of Cairo from Hurghada, including the Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, Old Cairo, lunch, and a Nile River cruise. Enhance your experience with an optional tethered Silver Balloon ride offering spectacular views of the pyramids. The

Embark on an exceptional full-day excursion from Hurghada to Cairo, Egypt’s dynamic capital, and discover its most renowned ancient and historical landmarks.

Your experience begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel at approximately 01:00 AM, with your return scheduled between 23:00 and 00:00, depending on your hotel location and traffic conditions. The journey to Cairo takes approximately 7 hours, with planned stops for breakfast, rest, and comfort breaks.

Upon arrival in Cairo around 09:00–09:30 AM, begin your guided exploration of the Giza Plateau, home to the legendary Pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, followed by a visit to the Great Sphinx. You will then explore Old Cairo, discovering its Christian and Islamic heritage, before enjoying a buffet lunch at a reputable local restaurant.

For an additional charge, you can enhance your experience with an optional tethered Silver Balloon ride on the Giza Plateau. The balloon offers a unique aerial perspective, lifting visitors vertically up to approximately 150 meters (492 feet) above the ground. This optional experience costs €190 and is subject to weather and wind conditions.

In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing Nile River cruise, included in the tour price, before departing Cairo at approximately 17:00–17:30 for your return journey to Hurghada. Arrive back at your hotel around 23:00–00:00.

Program Overview:

Departure from Hurghada at 01:00 AM
Approximately 7-hour journey with comfort stops
Arrival in Cairo around 09:00–09:30 AM
Guided visit to the Giza Plateau and Pyramids
Visit to the Great Sphinx
Exploration of Old Cairo
Buffet lunch
Nile River cruise included
Optional tethered Silver Balloon experience (€190)
Departure from Cairo at 17:00–17:30
Return to Hurghada around 23:00–00:00

Important: The optional balloon experience is subject to weather and wind conditions and may not operate when conditions are unsuitable.

Exclusions

Entrance tickets to the interior of the Pyramids
Optional tethered Silver Balloon ride ( €190 per person)
Personal expenses
Drinks during lunch
Breakfast
Tips and gratuities
Any services or expenses not specifically mentioned under "What's Included"

Important: The optional balloon experience is subject to weather conditions and wind speed. If conditions are unsuitable, the balloon may not operate, while the rest of the tour continues as scheduled.

Please note

This is a full-day tour with an early departure from Hurghada and a late return. The journey between Hurghada and Cairo takes approximately 7 hours each way, including comfort stops.
Pickup time is approximately 01:00 AM, and return to Hurghada is expected between 11:00 PM and 12:00 AM, depending on your hotel location and traffic conditions.
The tour operates on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.
The optional tethered Silver Balloon ride costs €190 per person and is not included in the standard tour price.
The balloon experience is subject to weather conditions and wind speed. If conditions are unsuitable, the balloon may not operate; the rest of the Cairo tour will continue as scheduled.
The itinerary and timing may be adjusted slightly due to traffic, site regulations, or operational conditions.
Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes and bring sun protection.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please provide accurate hotel and contact details when booking to ensure smooth pickup arrangements.