Giza Pyramids tour & Cairo Crafts: Carpets, Perfume, Papyrus

Cairo, Egypt
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, English, Italian, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Why This Experience Is So Special
Because it’s private, guided by a licensed Egyptologist who makes the tour personal and flexible. You’ll explore the Pyramids and the Sphinx, enjoy unforgettable camel rides and photos, and have a delicious lunch with Egypt’s national dish, koshary.

What makes it unique is the chance to dive into authentic Egyptian crafts: handmade carpets, papyrus art, natural perfumes and oils, spices, and much more. These visits are created for you to enjoy the culture and traditions at your own pace with the option to shop only if you wish. You’ll leave with stories, memories, and maybe even a special piece of Egypt to take home.

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What's included

  • Ticket for Giza plateau
  • Traditional lunch ( koshari )
  • Licensed Tour guide
  • Pickup and drop off from the hotel with a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Camel ride
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. The Pyramids Of Giza
    3h · Admission ticket included
    This private guided tour of the Giza Pyramids begins at the main entrance, starting with a visit to the Visitor Center to learn key background about the site. Using the new shuttle system, the tour continues to Panorama Point, the best spot for wide views and great photos of all three pyramids. Camel and horse rides are available here for interested guests. The next stop is the Pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest of the three, with the option to enter. Then we move on to the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the Pyramid of Khafre for a closer look and optional interior visits. The tour ends at the Great Sphinx and the Mummification Temple, where the guide shares stories about ancient rituals, the afterlife, and how the area looked thousands of years ago. A licensed private Egyptologist will accompany you throughout the tour, offering insights, taking photos, and making the experience personal and flexible.
  2. Giza
    3h
    After the Tour of the Pyramids
    Continue your journey beyond the ancient wonders with Egypt Crafts. Step into the heart of Egypt’s traditions as you explore its most iconic crafts. Watch skilled artisans hand-weave beautiful carpets, discover the world of natural oils and perfumes made from local flowers and plants, and learn about the ancient art of papyrus making with stunning hieroglyphic designs. You’ll also wander through a spice store filled with the rich aromas of cumin, saffron, and herbal teas.

    These visits are created for you to enjoy and experience the culture with absolutely no obligation to buy. If you wish, you’ll find unique souvenirs such as carpets, perfumes, papyrus art, and spices, each a lasting memory of Egypt’s craftsmanship.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your guide will contact you before the pickup time to arrange everything

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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