Cairo & The Pyramids

Experience a trip from Hurghada to the pyramids and Sphinx, Cairo Museum, and a Nile cruise with a English-speaking guide. Discover the wonders of Cairo with us!

Cairo is a bustling metropolis that harmoniously blends traces of the oldest civilization with the achievements of modern culture. It is the heart of Egyptian art, a city adorned with over a thousand minarets and museums brimming with ancient artifacts. Known as one of the most impressive and unforgettable places in the world, Cairo is the largest city on the African continent, straddling both sides of the majestic Nile River.

This metropolis of 20 million people boasts diverse and captivating architecture, earning it the nickname “the city of a thousand minarets.” One of Cairo’s most fascinating attractions is the Egyptian Museum, home to artifacts unearthed during archaeological excavations. Among its treasures are items from the tomb of Tutankhamun, pharaonic mummies, and relics from over 6,000 years of history. Every year, millions of tourists flock to Cairo and Giza to witness the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, along with the iconic Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Your journey begins at the Egyptian Museum, located in the heart of Cairo at the famous Tahrir Square. Here, you will marvel at ancient Egyptian monuments spanning 6,000 years, with over 160,000 masterpieces displayed on two floors.

Among the highlights are the Treasures of Tutankhamun, a magnificent collection of gold artifacts and jewelry that lay hidden in the desert sand for over 3,500 years until the discovery of the New Kingdom tomb in 1922.

Your next destination is one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World! You will get up close to the mighty pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, culminating in a firsthand view of the Great Sphinx. This mythical creature, usually depicted as a lion with a human head, dates back to the Egyptian Old Kingdom. Some theories suggest that the Sphinx bears the likeness of its builder, Khufu, while others believe that Pharaoh Djedefre, Khafre’s older half-brother and Khufu’s second son, built the Great Sphinx to honor his father’s memory.

During the tour, you will also have the chance to visit an oriental perfumery, where you can purchase exquisitely scented oils and cosmetics.

Book a trip with Okotour today and let the captivating history of ancient Egypt come alive. Immerse yourself in the grandeur and culture of this timeless land!