Giza Pyramids Private Tour with Egyptologist

5.0 (8 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
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Duration4h
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LanguagesGerman, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover the Giza Pyramids beyond the usual highlights on a private walking tour led by a licensed Egyptologist and German- or English-speaking guide. Explore the fascinating history of Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure and the Great Sphinx while discovering lesser-known archaeological sites and quieter corners of the Giza Plateau. Depending on site access, your guide may introduce you to additional tombs and archaeological areas that many visitors miss. Enjoy personalized historical explanations, fascinating stories and the opportunity to ask questions throughout your private experience.

Private Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx experience
Licensed Egyptologist guide
English- or German-speaking guide
Explore lesser-known archaeological areas
Personal stories and historical insights
Meeting point at the Pyramids Visitor Centre
Please note: Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included. Travelers are responsible for making their own way to the Pyramids Visitor Centre.

What's included

  • English- or German-speaking licensed Egyptologist guide
  • Private guided walking experience
  • Private licensed Egyptologist guide with personalized expert commentary
  • Admission ticket to the Giza Plateau
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities

What to expect

  1. The Pyramids Of Giza
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Admire the Great Pyramid of Khufu from the Giza Plateau and learn about its history and construction. General Giza Plateau admission is included. Entry inside the Great Pyramid is optional and not included.
  2. The Great Pyramid of Khufu
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Admire the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three pyramids and the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Your guide will explain its construction, purpose, and fascinating history. Entry inside the Pyramid is optional and not included.
  3. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the beautifully decorated tomb of Queen Meresankh III and discover its remarkable reliefs, colorful scenes, and insights into the life of an ancient Egyptian royal woman. Entry inside the tomb is optional and not included.
  4. Pyramid Complex of Khafre
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Admire the Pyramid of Khafre, the second-largest pyramid at Giza and the only one that still retains part of its original limestone casing at the top. Learn about Pharaoh Khafre and the fascinating history and construction of this impressive monument. Entry inside the Pyramid is optional and not included.
  5. Pyramid of Menkaure
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Discover the Pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest of the three main pyramids at Giza. Learn about Pharaoh Menkaure, the unusual granite blocks used in its construction, and the fascinating history of this remarkable monument. Entry inside the Pyramid is optional and not included.
  6. Great Sphinx
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Discover the Great Sphinx, the monumental figure with the body of a lion and the head of a king. Learn about its symbolism, possible purpose, and the fascinating stories surrounding this iconic monument.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Cairo International Airport (CAI), Sheraton Al Matar, Cairo.
Guests can be picked up directly from the hotel, and the tour then continues by private vehicle to the Giza Pyramids.

End point

Cairo International Airport (CAI), Sheraton Al Matar, Cairo.
Guests can be picked up directly from the hotel, and the tour then continues by private vehicle to the Giza Pyramids.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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