Egypt · Archaeology

Layover Tour from Cairo Airport to visit the Pyramids Private

4 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Cairo. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private layover tour from Cairo Airport to the Giza Plateau
02 See the Great Pyramid of King Cheops (Khufu)
03 Visit the pyramids of Chephren (Khafre) and Mykerinus (Menkaure)
04 Stand before the iconic Great Sphinx
05 Explore the historic Valley Temple of Chephren
06 Travel in an air-conditioned private vehicle
07 Qualified Egyptologist guide included
08 Round-trip airport transfers for a smooth experience

Make the most of your layover in Cairo with a private tour to one of the world’s most iconic archaeological sites. In just a few hours, travel from Cairo Airport to the Giza Plateau to see the legendary pyramids and the Great Sphinx with the insight of a qualified Egyptologist guide.

This experience is ideal for travellers short on time who still want to witness the highlights of ancient Egypt. Enjoy private transport, a direct airport transfer, and a focused visit to the Giza Pyramids area before returning to the airport.

Continue to the famous Great Sphinx, the iconic guardian of the Giza Plateau.

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 No

Cities Cairo, Giza

Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Pyramids Tour from the airport itiernary

Arrival at Cairo Airport

Meet your qualified Egyptologist guide at Cairo International Airport outside the arrival hall.

Transfer to Giza Plateau

Travel by air-conditioned private vehicle to the Giza Pyramids area.

Giza Pyramids Visit

Explore the highlights of the plateau, including:

The Great Pyramid of King Cheops (Khufu)
The Pyramid of King Chephren (Khafre)
The Pyramid of King Mykerinus (Menkaure)

The Great Sphinx

Continue to the famous Great Sphinx, the iconic guardian of the Giza Plateau.

Valley Temple

Visit the historic Valley Temple of Chephren, an important part of the ancient funerary complex.

Return to Cairo Airport

After the tour, transfer back to Cairo International Airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Cairo. 2 cities · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Qualified Egyptologist guide
Transport by private vehicle
Round-trip private transfer
Private tour
entrance fee to the Egyptian Museum

What's Not Included

Gratuities
tipping
entrance fee into pyramid

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
Not wheelchair accessible
• Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • TRAVEL TIP: Due to very low wages, 'Baksheesh' or tips/gratuities are an integral part of life in Egypt. It is useful to carry small notes with you at all times. If you are unsure who, or how much to tip, please do not hesitate to ask your tour guide for guidance.
we pick up all travelers from outside the arrival terminals of Cairo international airport

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