Half-Day Pyramids of Giza Tour from Cairo with Egyptologist Guide

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Learn the architectural and historical relevance of the pyramids from an Egyptologist
• 02 Discover the famous Sphinx of Giza, a legendary Egyptian artifact
• 03 Take in panoramic views of the Pyramids of Giza, one of Egypt's defining symbols
• 04 Capture memorable photos at the Giza Plateau

See the Pyramids of Giza, the largest surviving monuments of the ancient world, and the Sphinx on this half-day tour from Cairo. Marvel at the Giza Plateau, home to three pyramid complexes and the iconic Sphinx, and admire the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three. Walk around the site for panoramic views of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure, then visit the famous Sphinx of Giza, the fabled sculpture carved from a single piece with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.

Marvel at the Giza Plateau, home to three pyramid complexes and the iconic Sphinx, and admire the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Cairo, Giza

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx

• Start this thrilling experience as an Egyptologist tour guide picks you up from your Cairo or Giza hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned car.
• Listen as your Egyptologist shares facts, myths, and more about the pyramids on the way to Giza. Marvel at the view of the Pyramids of Giza, which include three pyramid complexes and the Sphinx - a true visual treat.
• Admire the largest of the three Pyramids of Giza, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, a must-see attraction for history enthusiasts and wanderlusts alike.
• Take a walk around the pyramid and witness panoramic views of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure, the three important pyramids in the Giza complex.
• Enjoy the chance to visit the famous Sphinx of Giza. Take in views of the fabled sculpture, composed of half a lion and half a pharaoh, carved out of a single piece and considered a must-see attraction in Egypt.
• Return to your hotel at the end of the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
• Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza
• Egyptologist tour guide
• General admission to the pyramids area
• Entry inside the Great Pyramid
• All taxes and service charges
• Lunch

What's Not Included

• Tips (not mandatory)
• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• Pickup is available from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.
• Long-range pickup from Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, or 6th of October City is available to book in the checkout process as an add-on.
• You will be contacted the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time based on your location.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cairo, مصر

Tour start

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.