Pyramids and Sphinx Private Half Day Tour

Cairo, Egypt
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Duration4h - 5h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the wonders of the Giza Plateau on a private half-day experience. Stand beside the Great Pyramid of Khufu, then continue to the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure while learning the story of each monument. Stop at the panoramic viewpoint to enjoy one of the best views of all three pyramids together and take memorable photos. Continue to the Great Sphinx, where you can see the famous lion-bodied monument up close, then visit the Valley Temple of Khafre and discover how it was connected to ancient Egyptian burial rituals. Enjoy enough time at each stop for sightseeing, photos, and explanations from your guide.

Options

Private Car Only

Private Air-Conditioned Vehicl
Pickup included

Car + Entrance Tickets + Guide

Private air-conditioned car, private Egyptologist guide, and Giza Plateau entrance tickets included. Hotel pickup and drop-of
Private Air-Conditioned car: Private air-conditioned vehicle suitable for the group size, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Pickup included

Car + Guide + Lunch – No Ticke

Lunch : Lunch at a local restaurant is included.
Private Air-Conditioned Car: Private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Private Egyptologist Guide: Private Egyptologist guide included throughout the tour. Entrance tickets are not included.
Pickup included

All Inclusive + Lunch

Lunch: Lunch at a local restaurant is included.
Private Air-Conditioned Car: Private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Egyptologist Guide: Private Egyptologist guide and Giza Plateau entrance tickets are included.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Entrance fees are optional
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Licensed Egyptologist tour guide
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle

What to expect

  1. The Great Pyramid of Khufu
    45m
    Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest and most famous pyramid in Giza. Your guide will explain its history, construction, and importance in ancient Egypt. Enjoy time for photos and views around the pyramid.
  2. Pyramid Complex of Khafre
    30m
    Explore the Pyramid of Khafre, easily recognized by the remaining limestone casing near its top. Learn about Pharaoh Khafre and the design of his pyramid complex.
  3. Pyramid of Menkaure
    20m
    See the Pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest of the three main pyramids at Giza. Your guide will explain its history and its place within the Giza pyramid complex.
  4. Panoramic View of the Pyramids
    30m
    Stop at the panoramic viewpoint for one of the best views of the three main pyramids together. This is a perfect location for memorable photos and wide views of the Giza Plateau.
  5. Great Sphinx
    45m
    Visit the famous Great Sphinx, with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh. Learn about its history, meaning, and connection to the Pyramid of Khafre.
  6. Valley Temple of Khafre
    30m
    Explore the Valley Temple of Khafre, built from massive limestone and granite blocks. Your guide will explain its role in the ancient Egyptian funerary complex and mummification rituals.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from all hotels in Cairo and Giza. Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Pickup and drop-off are included.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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