17-Hour Private Cairo and Giza Tour from Hurghada with Egyptologist

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Tour the Pyramids of Giza with a private Egyptologist guide
• 02 Explore the mortuary temples of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus
• 03 Learn the history and legends behind these ancient structures
• 04 Marvel at the Great Sphinx and its lion-bodied form
• 05 Visit the Valley Temple of Pharaoh Khafre

Discover the wonders of Giza on a private day trip with an Egyptologist guide. Explore the Pyramids of Giza, including Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, and learn about their history, construction, and ancient legends. Marvel at the Great Sphinx and visit the Valley Temple of Pharaoh Khafre for a closer look at the engineering achievements of ancient Egypt.

Continue to the Great Sphinx, the giant statue of a reclining mythical beast with a lion's body and the face of Pharaoh Khafre.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 17 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hurghada, Cairo, Giza

Languages English, German, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Private Giza Plateau Exploration from Hurghada

• Upon arrival, your private Egyptologist guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to see the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pyramids of Giza as you explore the mortuary temples of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Learn how these temples were constructed and hear the stories behind their legends.
• Continue to the Great Sphinx, the giant statue of a reclining mythical beast with a lion's body and the face of Pharaoh Khafre.
• Visit the Valley Temple opposite, attributed to Pharaoh Khafre, and marvel at this feat of ancient engineering.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels in Hurghada
• Round-trip transfer
• English-speaking guide throughout the tour
• Lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo
• Bottled water during the transfer
• All service charges and taxes
• Entry/Admission - Pyramids of Giza
• Entry/Admission - The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities

What's Not Included

• Any extras not mentioned in the program
• Gratuities
• Entry/Admission - Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu)

What to bring

• Suncream
• Sunglasses

Know before you go

Children under 6 years: free of charge.

Children aged 6 to 12 years: half-price ticket as that of adults.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hotel or airport in Hurghada

Tour start

Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.