Cairo from Hurghada 2 Days by Bus
Hurghada to Cairo 2 days to visit the most attractive places in Cairo, Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin and Old Cairo.
Canopic Jars
Canopic vases were made to contain the mummified internal organs of the deceased.
The great sphinx
Sphinx One of the most famous constructions in history, the great Sphinx. The Sphinx is truly a mysterious marvel from the days of ancient Egypt. The body of a lion with the head of a king or god, the sphinx has come to symbolize strength and wisdom.
The second pyramid at Giza
Chefren Pyramid and the only one keep part from its casing till now.
Statue of Chephren
The pharaoh is portrayed with symbols of royalty and god Horus protecting the head of the king between his wings.
Egyptian National Museum
The national Museum in Cairo which has more than 160 000 pieces.
The Alabaster Mosque
The mosque was designed by a Turkish architect in 1830 that was completed in 1848. There are two pencil shaped minarets, 32 meters each, taking after the Turkish style of mosques as well.
Amr Ibn El Ass Mosque
The only thing we have from the original mosque of Amr Ibn El As is the minaret of Murad Bay as part pf his renovation of the mosque.
The Souk or Khan El Khalili
Egyptian and tourists using to shop in Khan El Khalili for its good price and very good quality.
The monastery of Saint Samaan
The semi-circular auditorium descending into the mountain is awesome and offers seating for 20000 people.
The monastery of Saint Samaan
The monastery contains seven churches and chapels hidden in a series of natural caves in the Mokattam hills.
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TRIP ITINERARY
Hurghada to Cairo 2 days to visit the most attractive places in Cairo, Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin and Old Cairo.
Hurghada to Cairo overnight by Bus
Hurghada to Cairo two days starts with an early pick-up from the hotel to the convoy at El Gouna. Our guide will join you on the air-conditioned bus to Cairo. You will have a stop on the way to Cairo to use the toilet and have something to drink if you like or getting your breakfast.
First stop
Upon arrival in Cairo, Your Egyptologist guide will start with one of the Cairo tourist attractions. One of the most famous Cairo sightseeing or Old Cairo. Old Cairo is the oldest place in Cairo, It is called (Masr el Adima) or (Multi-religious compound). Your tour will include the visit to the church of St. Sergius (Abu Serga) where you will see the place where the Virgin Mary and her son rested during their trip to Egypt, then you will visit Amr Ibn El Ass mosque, the oldest mosque in Egypt.
Second stop
After that, you will proceed with your tour to the Egyptian Museum. The present building dates back to 1900 and it had the world’s most comprehensive collection of pharaonic antiquity. It houses approximately 160 000 objects and visiting the Museum will be unbelievable because you will see everything you had read and studied about from childhood and you will be surrounded by thousands of years of history.
You will enjoy the treasures of the boy king Tutankhamon on the first floor but on the ground floor, you will see the stone sarcophagus, statues, stele, and boats. All the big objects placed here on the ground floor. So in general what you will see represent one of the world’s oldest known civilization, dating back as early as four thousand years B.C.
Third stop
Enjoy the lunch in a local restaurant then you will visit another fantastic place where you will see the only wonder from the old seven wonders (Pyramids of Giza). You will visit the famous 3 pyramids of king Chufu-Chephren-Mecrinus and you will then end your tour with the valley temple of the king Chephren (called mummification temple) and the great sphinx. If you will have time later, you will stop for some shopping then you will make your way to your hotel in Cairo. Dinner and free time at leisure till the second day
Hurghada To Cairo tour from Hurghada Day 2
After enjoying the breakfast at your hotel, you will start a full-day tour to a fantastic place where you will breathe fresh air and have a perfect panorama for the whole Cairo (The Citadel of Saladin) or Qala a Salah Al-din. The fortress built in 7 years between 1176 and 1183 A.D to protect Cairo from the Crusaders on Mokattam hill near the center of Cairo.
There you will have the chance to visit the Mosque of Muhammed Ali or the Alabaster Mosque which was built between 1828 and 1848. Also, you will compare this Mosque as a perfect example of the Ottoman architecture in Egypt and another typical Egyptian architecture Mosque for the king Al-Nasser Muhammed Qalaun dates back to the 14th Century. Endly you can enjoy your free time visiting Qaser El Gawhara Museum or the Military Museum.
The next stop and it is not far from here will be your trip adventure. To reach the place and it is the only access, you have to drive up the narrow steep village streets, passing piles of plastics, metal and food waste on each side of the alleys and people sorting them out seemed like a ride through hell which finally ended at the gate of the monastery at an unexpected, stunning vast open space. Spectacular colored carvings engraved in stone all over the mountains depict scenes of the bible or the cave church.
Second Stop
The monastery of Saint Samaan at the Mokattam hill, the first church was built in 1986 in honor of the Coptic saint Samaan al Kharaz (Simon the Tanner), one thousand years after his miracle and his death; the monastery contains seven churches and chapels hidden in a series of natural caves in the Mokattam hills. The semi-circular auditorium descending into the mountain is awesome and offers to seat for 20000 people.
Khan El Khalili Bazaar
After your adventure, you will take your lunch in a local restaurant then you will go to one of the most famous shopping places in Cairo Khan El Khalili markets or Khan El Khalili Bazaar, in the heart of Islamic Cairo. It is a huge place with many shops filled with unique and exotic items. If you need some souvenirs to bring home for friends or for decoration or anything locally made, you will have thousands of choices here. Just do not forget it is time to use your negotiation skills. Then you will make your way back to Hurghada and also you will have a stop on the way back to use the toilet or getting a drink before you reach your hotel.
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Cancellation Policy and refunds
Our goal is to provide extensive tours and excursion services and innovative travel products for our guests to ensure they enjoy the best of what Egypt has to offer as a holiday destination but we understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel or change your tour plan. We want to make it as easy as possible to do so we try to make our cancellation policy as good as we can and we divided the cancellation policy into Individual Travelers, groups depending on the high and peak period of the season.
Day Tours and Shore Excursions Cancellation
Cancellation by the clients
Cancellation requests should be sent via fax or emailed to provide the Company with written confirmation that your reservation should be cancelled.
In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be applied.
- For daily excursions no cancellation fee ( 0 % cancellation fee ) is charged and a full refund is given if the cancellation is received 12 hours before trip starts.
- Less than 12 hours before the trip starts a 50% will be charged as a cancellation fee.
- Additionally, there are cancellation fees on all domestic flights within Egypt. If you cancel a tour at any time, you will be subject to any fees according to airline’s cancellation policy.
Cancellation by Golavita
We reserve the right to cancel a tour at any circumstances but will not cancel a tour less than 45 days before departure, except for Force Majeure, Low Bookings or clients’ failure to pay the final balance, the Company will, upon cancellation, return all monies paid excluding payment for travel insurance or offer an alternative tour of comparable standard. No compensation will be paid to the Client if cancellation is because of Force Majeure or Low Bookings.
Tour Packages and Nile Cruises Cancellation
Cancellation by the clients
Cancellation requests should be sent via fax or emailed to provide the Company with written confirmation that your reservation should be cancelled.
In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be applied.
Individual Travelers
- Up to 20 days before arrival date 5% cancellation fee
- 19 – 08 days before arrival date 15% cancellation fee
- 07 days before arrival date 100% cancellation fee
Groups (10 persons or more)
- Up to 30 days before arrival date 5% cancellation fee
- 29 – 16 days before arrival date 25% cancellation fee
- 15 – 08 days before arrival date 50% cancellation fee
- 07 days before arrival date 100% cancellation fee
Christmas & New Year from 20/12 till 06/01 & Easter holidays from 19/03 till 31 /03
- 30 days before arrival date 25% cancellation fee
- 29 – 16 days before arrival date 50% cancellation fee
- 15 days before arrival date 100% cancellation fee
Cancellation by Golavita
We reserve the right to cancel a tour at any circumstances but will not cancel a tour less than 45 days before departure, except for Force Majeure, Low Bookings or clients’ failure to pay the final balance, the Company will, upon cancellation, return all monies paid excluding payment for travel insurance or offer an alternative tour of comparable standard. No compensation will be paid to the Client if cancellation is because of Force Majeure or Low Bookings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the reservation system in Golavita?
Once you make your mind about the trip or tour package you want, try to make your reservation as early as possible via one of our contacts to give us the chance to secure your space for your wanted trip upon receiving a deposit of 25 %. You can pay the deposits with any kind of credit cards, dollars, Euros or English pounds.
How can I contact Golavita ?
Golavita tour is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to receive and answer your requests or your bookings inquires via phones, Email and lives on line chat. Moreover all our contacts, you can find easily on our home page.
Who do I contact in case of emergency?
Upon your arrival to one of Egypt’s airport and after you will be greeted and welcomed by our staff and on the way to your hotel, our representative will give you papers with all useful information about Egypt and the contact numbers and phone line from which you will keep all the stay and from which you can call us day and night.
What is the official currency in Egypt?Will I be able to exchange dollars, Euros, or other currencies in Egypt?
Egyptian currency is known as Genieh or L.E or Pound .Currency exchange is available at banks, official bureaux de change and most hotels. Banks often have better exchange rates than bureaux de change or hotels. All common international currencies are accepted. There are ATMs in Cairo and other major cities in Egypt that accept any hard currency credit cards
Is it allowed for non-Muslims to enter historical mosques in Egypt?
• Non-Catholics can enter the Vatican and non-Christians are welcomed at churches around the world. While not all the holy mosques of Egypt are off-limits to non-Muslims. All the historical mosques are open for the visit of Muslims/non-Muslims alike like Mohamed Ali Mosque within the Citadel, Amr Ibn El Ass mosque, Ibn Tulun mosque, El Refae mosque, Madrassa of Sultan Hassan and Al Azhar mosque. However, there are protocols which must be followed. Always remember a mosque is a place of prayer and worship for Muslims. It is not a museum.
Can I take pictures while visiting the monuments in Egypt
The answer is between yes and no. in most of the sightseeing it is allowed to take photos and make your trip memorable but there are other places in which you can not take even your camera with you for example Egyptian Museum, Valley of the kings, inside any of the Pyramid, inside the tombs in Sakkara, tombs of noblemen in Luxor, valley of the queens in Luxor.
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