1 Day Tour to Cairo from Eilat
Experience the wonders of ancient Egypt with a thrilling one-day tour from Eilat to Cairo
An incredible opportunity to experience the wonders of Cairo in a single day – Perfect for travelers with limited time.
Begin the adventure with an overnight trip through the Sinai desert, arriving in Cairo by morning. Start your day with a guided tour of the iconic Great Pyramids and Sphinx. Learn about their fascinating history and mysteries from a knowledgeable Egyptologist guide.
Visit the world-renowned Egyptian Museum, home to treasures such as Tutankhamun’s golden death mask and other ancient artifacts.
Egyptian-style buffet at a local restaurant.
Relax on the ride back to Eilat after a full day of exploration.
Cairo 1 day tour from Eilat – Highlights and Itinerary
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
Included
Not Included
Important Notes
Price
Tour Highlights
- The Pyramids of Giza: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- The Great Sphinx: The awe-inspiring statue of a reclining lion with a human head.
- The Egyptian Museum: Where you will see many precious antiquities
Itinerary
- 20:00: (Evening before the tour) Arrive at Taba border in Eilat and cross through the Israeli side of the border into the Egyptian side to meet our team member.
- 20:30: Border Crossing – Meet your English-speaking guide and prepare for the journey to Cairo.
- 21:30: Head towards Cairo driving through the Sinai desert
- 05:30: Arrival in Cairo – Begin the day with a guided tour to the Pyramids and the Sphinx at Giza, which were built 4600 years ago
Including: The three famous pyramids of Giza—those of Cheops (Khufu), Chephren (Khafra), and Mycerinus (Menkaura)—stand as remarkable testaments to this era.
→ Khufu, the successor of Sneferu, was infamous for his tyrannical rule. In his ambition and pride, he sought to build a tomb that would surpass all others in size and grandeur.
→ The Great Pyramid, constructed by King Cheops during the IV Dynasty, was followed by the second pyramid, built by his son King Chephren, and the third by King Menkaura, Chephren’s son.
→ Nearby, the enigmatic Sphinx, with the head of Chephren and the body of a lion, watches over the ancient land of the pharaohs. - 12:30: Local Market & Lunch – Enjoy lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant.
- 14:30: Drive to visit the famous Egyptian Museum where you will see many precious antiquities
- 16:00: Return to Eilat – Depart Cairo and head back to the Taba border.
- 04:00: Arrival in Eilat – Tour ends at the Taba border
Included
- Transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicles.
- Professional English-speaking guide (Spanish-speaking guide available for extra charges).
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Entrance fees to the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum.
- Return transportation to the Taba border crossing.
- Egyptian border taxes and visa fees.
Not Included
- Health insurance.
- Drinks.
Important Notes
- Minimum of two participants required.
- Times are approximate and subject to change.
Price
380$ per person.
* Minimum of 2 participants required
Check out our 1-Day Tour from Eilat to Cairo where history and culture come to life.
