Explore the wonders of the “City of a Thousand Minarets” on a full-day guided tour of Cairo, including round-trip transfers by comfortable, air-conditioned bus from Hurghada. Start your journey with scenic views of the Gulf of Suez as you relax in comfort on the way to Cairo. A transfer guide will accompany you throughout the trip until you meet your professional Egyptologist guide in Cairo. Begin your exploration at the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Stand in awe before the iconic Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Learn how these majestic structures were built and uncover the myths and mysteries that surround them. Continue to the Great Sphinx, the enigmatic statue with the body of a lion and the face of Pharaoh Khafre. Visit the nearby Valley Temple, also attributed to Khafre, and admire the engineering genius of ancient Egyptian builders. After sightseeing in Giza, enjoy a 30-minute lunch break at a local restaurant. Then, head to central Cairo to explore the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square with fast-track entry. Designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the museum features over 120,000 artifacts, showcasing the rich history of Egypt from the Pre-Dynastic to the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods. You’ll also have the option to enhance your tour with a relaxing Nile River cruise or a camel ride, which can be added at the time of booking. At approximately 4:00 PM, begin the return journey to Hurghada. You’ll arrive back at your hotel around 9:00 PM, filled with unforgettable memories of Egypt’s ancient treasures.