Combine ancient history with a relaxing beach break on a private 6-Day Cairo and Hurghada Budget Tour.
Visit the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple, and Egyptian Museum. Then travel by VIP coach to Hurghada for two nights beside the Red Sea, with free time for swimming, snorkelling, diving, or optional Giftun Island activities.
Overview
6-Day Cairo and Hurghada Budget Tour
A 6-Day Cairo and Hurghada Budget Tour combines Egypt’s most famous ancient monuments with two relaxing nights beside the Red Sea.
The package suits travellers seeking an affordable Egypt holiday without domestic flights or luxury accommodation.
You will spend three nights at a selected three-star hotel in Cairo.
Two additional nights are arranged at a three-star hotel in Hurghada.
Transport between Cairo and Hurghada is provided through reserved VIP coach tickets rather than a private vehicle.
Arrive in Cairo
Your Egypt budget tour begins at Cairo International Airport.
A Gateway Pharaoh representative will meet you after arrival and provide a private transfer to your Cairo hotel.
The remainder of the arrival day is free.
You can relax after your international flight or request an optional evening activity.
Optional choices may include a Nile dinner cruise or the Pyramids Sound and Light Show.
These experiences are not included in the standard package price.
Explore the Giza Pyramids
Your included Cairo sightseeing day begins at the Giza Plateau.
Visit the pyramid complexes constructed for Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure during Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty.
The plateau also includes smaller pyramids, tombs, temples, ceremonial causeways, and the Great Sphinx.
The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the largest pyramid at Giza.
Your private English-speaking guide will explain the development and purpose of the royal pyramid complexes.
Stop at the panoramic viewpoint when traffic and site arrangements permit.
This location provides an excellent opportunity to photograph the three principal pyramids together.
See the Great Sphinx
Continue to the Great Sphinx near the pyramid complex of Khafre.
The monument combines the body of a lion with a royal human head.
Visit the accessible viewing area near Khafre’s Valley Temple.
Your guide will explain the relationship between the Sphinx, temple, causeway, and pyramid complex.
The standard Giza admission does not include entry inside the pyramids.
Interior tickets can be purchased separately when available.
Visit the Egyptian Museum
Continue to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.
The museum remains open and displays collections covering several periods of ancient Egyptian history.
Its notable collections include the Narmer Palette, royal sculptures, objects from the burials of Yuya and Thuya, and treasures discovered at Tanis.
Your guide will select important exhibits according to the available visit time.
Individual objects may be moved because of conservation work or changes to museum displays.
The Grand Egyptian Museum can replace the Egyptian Museum when requested.
The source lists a reference supplement of USD 25 per person, but the current cost must be reconfirmed before booking.
Travel from Cairo to Hurghada
After breakfast on day three, check out from your Cairo hotel.
A Gateway Pharaoh representative will transfer you to the appropriate coach station.
Board the reserved VIP coach travelling from Cairo to Hurghada.
The journey is shared with other passengers.
Travel duration depends on the coach route, rest stops, traffic, and operational conditions.
A representative will meet you after arrival in Hurghada.
Transfer to your selected Red Sea hotel and complete check-in.
Relax beside the Red Sea
Hurghada is known for its beaches, clear water, coral reefs, snorkelling, diving, and access to nearby Red Sea islands.
The city also offers resort facilities and water activities suitable for couples, families, and solo travellers.
Spend the remainder of the day relaxing beside the pool or beach.
Swimming and hotel-based activities depend on the selected property and weather conditions.
Some activities may require additional payment.
Enjoy a Free Day in Hurghada
Day four is reserved for leisure.
You can relax at the hotel or add an optional marine excursion.
Popular choices include boat trips to Giftun Island, Orange Bay, or Mahmya Island.
Giftun Islands are located a short boat ride from Hurghada and are known for beaches, clear water, snorkelling, and Red Sea scenery.
Optional excursions are not included in the standard package.
Their operation depends on weather, sea conditions, boat availability, and minimum participation.
Optional Giftun Island Tour
A typical Giftun Island excursion includes hotel pickup, a boat journey, snorkelling stops, beach time, and lunch.
The exact program depends on the selected operator.
Snorkelling equipment may be included.
Travellers should confirm equipment condition, insurance, and marine-park charges before departure.
Optional Diving Experience
Hurghada offers beginner and certified diving programs.
A beginner experience normally includes instruction and supervised dives.
Certified divers must present valid certification when required.
Diving is not included in this package.
Medical restrictions, minimum ages, and operator rules apply.
Return to Cairo
After breakfast on day five, check out from your Hurghada hotel.
Transfer to the coach station and board the reserved VIP bus to Cairo.
A Gateway Pharaoh representative will meet you at the confirmed Cairo coach station.
Transfer privately to your hotel for the final overnight stay.
The evening is free for relaxation.
An optional farewell dinner or evening tour can be requested.
Complete Your Budget Egypt Holiday
Enjoy breakfast at your Cairo hotel on day six.
Check out according to the hotel’s official departure time.
A Gateway Pharaoh representative will transfer you privately to Cairo International Airport.
Your 6-Day Cairo and Hurghada Budget Tour ends after airport drop-off.
Who Is This Tour For?
This package suits travellers seeking an affordable combination of history and beach relaxation.
It is suitable for couples, friends, families, solo travellers, and budget-conscious visitors.
The package uses three-star accommodation and scheduled coach transportation.
Travellers expecting luxury hotels or private transportation between Cairo and Hurghada should select an upgraded package.
Travel with Gateway Pharaoh
Gateway Pharaoh coordinates your hotels, airport transfers, Cairo sightseeing, coach-station transfers, VIP coach tickets, and standard attraction admission.
The package can be upgraded with better hotels, private road transportation, or domestic flights.
Additional Cairo sightseeing and Hurghada excursions can also be added.
Book your 6-Day Cairo and Hurghada Budget Tour and combine the Giza Pyramids with a relaxing Red Sea stay at an affordable price.
Trip Highlights
- Spend six days exploring Cairo, Giza, and Hurghada.
- Stay three nights at a three-star Cairo hotel.
- Stay two nights at a three-star Hurghada hotel.
- Receive private Cairo Airport arrival and departure transfers.
- Explore Cairo with a private English-speaking guide.
- Visit the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.
- Stop at the panoramic Giza viewpoint.
- See the Great Sphinx.
- Visit Khafre’s Valley Temple.
- Explore the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.
- Upgrade to the Grand Egyptian Museum when requested.
- Travel between Cairo and Hurghada by VIP coach.
- Relax beside the Red Sea.
- Enjoy one full leisure day in Hurghada.
- Add an optional Giftun Island excursion.
- Add optional snorkelling or diving activities.
- Return to Cairo for a final hotel night.
- Enjoy an affordable combination of culture and beach time.