An overnight trip to Cairo from Safaga is one of the most rewarding excursions for cruise passengers or resort travelers who want to experience the best of Egypt’s capital without rushing. Because Cairo sits roughly 500 km north of Safaga, an overnight itinerary allows you to thoroughly explore ancient wonders, local history, and bustling markets without spending all of your time on the road.
Embark on a thrilling 2-day bus excursion from Safaga to Cairo! Explore the wonders of ancient Egypt, including the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili Bazaar, and Mohamed Ali Mosque. Immerse yourself in the country’s rich history and witness the magnificent monuments. You won’t miss this incredible overnight trip to Cairo from Safaga, Egypt. Book now and experience the adventure of a lifetime!
Highlights on Overnight Trip to Cairo from Safaga – Old Cairo
- See the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
- Lunch at a restaurant.
- Visit the three pyramids in Giza.
- And the Great Sphinx in the pyramid complex.
- One night stay in a hotel.
- Visit the Old Cairo district with a stop at Khan El-Khalili.
- Also, admire the citadel of Saladin.
Itinerary of the Two-day Excursion to Cairo
- Landious Travel representative will pick you up from the hotel in Safaga around 02:00 am.
- After picking you up, your private vehicle (Limousine or minibus) leaves for Cairo, passing the cities of Hurghada, Ras Ghareb, Zafarana, Ain Sokhna and Suez. All these cities are north of Safaga, on the coast of the Red Sea. From the centre of Safaga to Cairo, the way takes about 6 hours.
Schedule in Cairo
- We will show you the Egyptian Museum when you arrive in Cairo. Your guide will have a task to show the beautiful exhibitions of this museum and give you free time to take pictures. The museum has about 100 exhibition halls, with a unique collection of about 150 thousand items.
- After visiting the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, you can travel on the Nile. It is an additional program for an extra charge! As soon as the boat ride on the Nile ends, you are heading to another city – Giza.
Program in Giza
- The trip continues in Giza. The first stop there will be at the restaurant. It offers a buffet.
- After lunch, you head to the Giza Pyramids complex, the fantastic three pyramids and the Sphinx. Your guide shows them and gives you free time to take a picture.
- The next stop will be at your hotel in Cairo. There, you can check in and spend your night.
Agenda in Old Cairo
- The first stop of the second day will be at the Citadel of Saladin. In this immense citadel, you can visit its famous mosque, “Mouhammad Ali Mosque “, and see the fortifications of this place. At the same time, locating in this citadel will give you a dramatic look over all the old parts of the city.
- The second stop will be at Khan El-Khalili district.
Departure to Safaga
- Finally, you depart to Safaga after such a program in the beautiful cities of Cairo and Giza.
- This Overnight Trip to Cairo from Safaga – Old Cairo arrives in Hurghada at approximately 22:00 the next day.
What does the Cairo Overnight Tour Safaga – Old Cairo price include?
- Tickets for visiting temples.
- Lunch.
- Drinks.
- Guide.
- Hotel accommodation in Cairo.
- Also, transfer to Cairo and back to Safaga.
What does the Cairo Overnight Excursion Safaga Program not include?
- Additional programs if not included in the above program.
- Also, Drinks.
Items to take with you for the trip
- Passport.
- Breakfast box.
- Also, carry with you clothes for the season.
Booking Days of Cairo Overnight Trip from Safaga
- Mondays from 02:00 – 22:00 the next day.
- Tuesdays from 02:00 – 22:00 the next day.
- Wednesdays from 02:00 – 22:00 the next day.
- Saturdays from 02:00 – 22:00 the next day.
- Also, Sundays from 02:00 – 22:00 the next day.
What sights can one expect to see during an overnight trip to Cairo from Safaga?
Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum is the oldest archaeological museum in Egypt and the Middle East. It exhibits an extensive collection from the Predynastic Period to the Greco-Roman Period. In addition, this repository houses the most comprehensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world. This fantastic collection traces 5,000 years of Egyptian history.
Giza Pyramid Complex
The Giza Pyramid Complex is the most popular tourist attraction in Egypt. This Complex is an Ancient Egyptian site located on the Giza Plateau. Widely known, it includes the Great Pyramid of Giza, its associated networks, and the Sphinx of Giza. Also, we call it the Giza Necropolis.
The ancient Egyptians built these massive constructions during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. Additionally, the Giza Complex includes several cemeteries and the remains of a workers’ settlement on its territory.
Pyramid of Khufu
The Pyramid of Khufu stands at a towering height of 138.5 metres. Located in the Giza pyramid complex, this oldest and largest Pyramid has astounded people through the centuries. This marvel constitutes a part of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.
Pyramid of Khafre
The Pyramid Of Khafre stands at 448ft with a base length of 706ft. These measurements make the Pyramid the second-tallest and second-largest Giza Pyramid complex. It houses the tomb of the Fourth Dynasty Pharaoh Khafre, who ruled between 2558-2532 BC. This historical monument is also known as the Pyramid of Chephren.
Menkaure Pyramid
Menkaure is the third Pyramid in the Giza Pyramid complex in Greater Cairo, Egypt. Smallest of the three, this beautiful structure rises to 66 metres (218 feet). Menkaure Pyramid houses some of the most stunning sculptures from Ancient Egyptian history despite being short.
Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx is one of the most significant sculptures in the world. It shows a reclined lion’s body and a human head at nearly 66 feet. A royal headdress adorns the Sphinx’s human head. The length of this magnificent statue is around 240 feet.