Day 01
Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza
Morning - Grand Egyptian Museum or Pyramids first (flexible)
- 08:00 pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. A private air-conditioned vehicle and licensed Egyptologist guide will meet you.
- 08:30-11:30 explore the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), including its major halls, the Tutankhamun collection, and curated galleries with guided commentary. Many operators begin at GEM to avoid the midday heat at the pyramids.
Midday - Lunch and transfer
- 11:30-13:00 lunch at a quality local restaurant or hotel restaurant, with time to rest and refresh before the afternoon visit.
- 13:00-13:30 drive to the Giza Plateau, a short transfer from central Cairo or the GEM area.
Afternoon - Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx
- 13:30-16:00 visit the Pyramids complex: the Great Pyramid of Khufu (exterior viewing), the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. Your guide will explain the construction, history, and archaeological context.
- Optional activities during this block include a camel or horse ride at the plateau, entrance inside a pyramid, subject to availability and extra fees, or panoramic photo stops.
Evening - Return and optional stop
- 16:00-17:30 return drive to your hotel, with a short stop at a local bazaar or viewpoint if time allows. Drop-off at your hotel completes the tour.
