Cairo Guided Half-Day Tour of Giza Pyramids, Sphinx

4.9 (410 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
Duration4h - 5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Visit the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple with a friendly Egyptologist guide. Discover the secrets of ancient Egypt, hear amazing stories, and take great photos at these famous sites. A perfect Cairo tour for anyone who loves history, culture, and adventure.

Visit the Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World
See the iconic Great Sphinx up close with your expert guide
Explore the Valley Temple and learn about ancient rituals
Enjoy a guided tour with a professional Egyptologist in Cairo
Capture amazing photos at Egypt’s most famous attractions

Options

Shared Tour without Entry Fee

Entry fees are not included. You can choose an option or pay on site with a card.
Pickup included

Shared Tour with Entry Ticket

This option includes transfers and a guide with Entrance fees to the Pyramids-Sphinx area.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Egyptologist tour guide
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry Tickets to Pyramids & Sphinx area (available if option booked)
  • All taxes and service charges
  • Visit to Valley Temple of Khafre
  • Pickup and drop off at your accommodation in Cairo or Giza
  • Tipping (not mandatory, but appreciated)
  • Optional Entry inside Great Pyramid
  • Camel ride

What to expect

  1. The Pyramids Of Giza
    1h · Admission ticket included
    With prompt pick-up from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza by your Egyptologist tour guide in an air-conditioned vehicle, we shall begin your half-day tour at the Giza Pyramids.

    By visiting the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, explore the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.
  2. The Great Pyramid of Khufu
    1h
    The Great Pyramid of Giza — also called the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops — is the largest and oldest of the three pyramids on the Giza Plateau in Giza. It was built during Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty for the pharaoh Khufu around 2580–2560 BCE.
  3. Pyramid Complex of Khafre
    30m
    The Pyramid of Khafre is the second-largest pyramid on the Giza Plateau and forms the center of the larger Pyramid Complex of Khafre, built for the pharaoh Khafre during Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty around 2570 BCE.
  4. Pyramid of Menkaure
    Pass by
    The Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest of the three main pyramids on the Giza Plateau, built for the pharaoh Menkaure during Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty around 2510 BCE.
  5. Panoramic View of the Pyramids
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Continue to the Panoramic Viewpoint where you can take in a stunning bird's-eye view of the entire Giza Plateau. For an even more memorable experience, enjoy a camel ride around the plateau (at an additional cost).
  6. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Later, explore the Valley Temple, which was home to Pharaoh Khafre. Then you will be dropped off at your hotel or selected location in Cairo or Giza as the tour ends.
  7. Great Sphinx
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Next, visit the Great Sphinx of Giza, which has the head of a man and the body of a lion. Don’t miss the opportunity to photograph this incredible monument as many times as you can.
  8. Cairo
    45m
    After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup service is available from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza. You will be contacted via WhatsApp, email, or phone the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time. The long-range Pickup/drop off services at your accommodation from the regions of Al Nasr City, Cairo International Airport, Heliopolis, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, 6th of October is available at an additional charge of 18 USD per person.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pets, Large luggage bags are not allowed on this tour.
  • The duration of the tour includes, both pick up and drop off timings as well.

Cancellation policy

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

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