Departure from Hurghada:

02:00 a.m.: Early departure from your hotel for the 5-hour journey to Cairo.

Morning Program:

• Saqqara: Visit key archaeological sites including:
  • Djoser's Pyramid: The famous Step Pyramid.
  • Teti’s Pyramid: Tomb of Pharaoh Teti with hieroglyphic inscriptions.
  • Kadzemni’s Tomb: Tomb of the official Kadzemni with intricate reliefs.
  • Carpet Factory & School: Visit a handmade carpet factory and local school.
• Dahshur: Explore the Dahshur Necropolis:
  • Broken Pyramid of Sneferu: Pharaoh Sneferu’s failed attempt at a smooth-sided pyramid.
  • Red Pyramid: The first true pyramid with smooth sides.
  • Bent Pyramid: A unique pyramid with a distinct bent angle.

Lunch:

Buffet-style lunch featuring traditional Egyptian cuisine.

Afternoon Program:

• Giza Pyramids: Visit the iconic pyramids and Sphinx:
  • Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu): The largest pyramid in Egypt.
  • Pyramid of Chephren: Known for the nearby Sphinx statue.
  • Pyramid of Mykerinos: The smallest of the three pyramids.
  • The Sphinx: The famous lion-bodied, Pharaoh Chephren-headed statue.
• Perfume Factory: Learn about and shop for traditional Egyptian perfumes.

Optional Trip:

• Old Cairo: Explore Coptic Cairo, the Hanging Church, and the Egyptian Museum (optional).

Return to Hurghada:

00:00 (midnight): Return to Hurghada, concluding your Cairo day trip.