Egypt · Monuments

9-Hour Giza and Cairo Layover Tour with Pyramids and Egyptian Museum

9 Hours Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at the Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx
  • 02 Explore the treasures of ancient Egypt at the Egyptian Museum
  • 03 Shop for unique souvenirs, antiques, and jewellery at Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
  • 04 Walk through the ancient world of the Pharaohs at Giza's pyramid complex

Explore the historical highlights of Cairo on this 9-hour tour, from the ancient wonders of Giza to the city's cultural treasures. Walk around the sands of the iconic pyramid complex amidst the world of the Pharaohs, then continue to the Egyptian Museum and the bustling Khan el-Khalili souk. This experience brings together old structures, museums, and a traditional Arabic market, all reflecting Egypt's rich cultural heritage.

Drive to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, constructed more than 4,500 years ago during the time of the Pharaohs.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cairo, Giza
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Cairo Airport Layover Tour to Giza and Cairo Highlights

  • Pick-up from Cairo airport.

  • Drive to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, constructed more than 4,500 years ago during the time of the Pharaohs.

  • Have lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Proceed to the Egyptian Museum, which houses a rare collection spanning 5,000 years of art and genuine artefacts, including an exhibit dedicated to the treasures, gold, and jewellery of Pharaoh Tutankhamun retrieved from his tomb.

  • Drive to the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar for souvenirs, antiques, and jewellery.

Return to Cairo airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cairo 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and return services from your hotel

  • Travel by a private air-conditioned vehicle

  • Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide

  • Mineral water

  • Entrance fee for all sights mentioned

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fee for Giza Pyramids and the Solar Boat Museum

  • Tips

Know before you go

  • This tour must be booked at least 24 hours before the travel date.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Tour start
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Cairo.

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