Best 6 Days trip in Cairo and Hurghada During Easter

After a delightful breakfast, you’ll set off on an engaging Cairo day tour to explore the Giza Pyramids, Dahshur, and Memphis with our expert guide.

Begin your day with a visit to the Giza Pyramids. You’ll be astounded by the sheer scale of these monumental structures, built over 4,500 years ago by some of ancient Egypt’s most renowned rulers.

The Great Pyramid of King Cheops exemplifies the remarkable craftsmanship and engineering prowess of the ancient builders. Constructed with over 2.3 million limestone blocks, it originally stood at 146 metres high with each side measuring 230 metres. This pyramid was designed as an eternal resting place from which the king would ascend to the heavens.

Enjoy a panoramic view of the three pyramids—Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus—from the high plateau. Chephren, Cheops' son, built his pyramid slightly smaller at 136 metres high, with some remnants of the original outer casing still visible at the top.

See the Great Sphinx of Giza, a statue of a lion with a human head, believed to have been constructed by King Chephren. Visit the Valley Temple, where the mummification process of the king was carried out as part of the burial rites.

Next, head to the ancient city of Memphis, now known as Mit Rahina, to explore the open-air museum featuring the second-largest alabaster sphinx and the colossal statue of King Ramses II, one of the most influential pharaohs of the New Kingdom.

Conclude your tour at the Dahshur archaeological site, where you’ll see the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid. These pyramids, built for King Snefru—founder of the 4th dynasty and father of King Cheops—are notable for their unique shapes. The Bent Pyramid retains much of its original casing material, making it distinctive, while the Red Pyramid, known for its reddish limestone, is recognised as the first true smooth-sided pyramid in Egypt.

Savour a delicious lunch at a highly-rated restaurant with views of the Giza Pyramids before returning to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Hurghada. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and assist with the transfer to your hotel, as well as help with check-in. You’ll have the rest of the day at your leisure, either relaxing by the pool and enjoying the evening entertainment at the hotel, or you can choose to join an optional Hurghada Bedouin Safari by Jeep at sunset, or explore other exciting excursions available in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, you’ll enjoy a fantastic snorkeling excursion in Hurghada to Mahmya Island by boat. Your tour leader will transfer you to the departure point where you'll board the boat and set sail. The tour includes several stops for exceptional snorkeling and swimming in a stunning natural reserve known for its diverse marine life and vibrant coral reefs. After your memorable day exploring the underwater wonders at Mahmya Island, you'll be transferred back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After enjoying a delicious buffet breakfast, you'll transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you'll be met by your guide and taken on a fascinating tour of Old Cairo. Explore the historic Coptic Cairo area, including the Hanging Church of the Holy Virgin Mary, which sits atop the ruins of the Roman Fortress of Babylon. Visit the Church of St Sergius, also known as the Cavern Church, where the Holy Family sought refuge and found water. You'll also see the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which was originally a Coptic church before being converted into a Jewish synagogue.

Savour lunch at a quality restaurant before continuing with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, home to the largest collection of ancient artifacts, established in 1902.

Finish your day with a visit to the historic Khan El Khalili bazaar for a memorable shopping experience.

You'll then be transferred to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

As your wonderful adventure draws to a close, enjoy your final breakfast in Egypt before being transferred to Cairo Airport for your departure at the end of your Cairo and Hurghada Easter tour. If you have time before your flight, you might like to book our Saqqara day trip from Cairo to explore the oldest stone pyramid, built approximately 200 years before the Great Pyramid of Cheops at Giza.