7-Hour Cairo Sightseeing Tour with Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the iconic Giza Pyramids, one of the wonders of the ancient world
• 02 Visit Saqqara, home to King Zoser's Step Pyramid, the first pyramid in Egypt
• 03 Discover more than 100,000 artifacts, including royal mummies, at the Egyptian Museum
• 04 Journey with a qualified Egyptology guide for insightful historical details

Spend a unique day with others who share the same interest and passion for ancient Egyptian civilization. Visit the iconic Giza Pyramids and the majestic Sphinx, explore Saqqara and King Zoser's Step Pyramid, and discover the treasures of the Egyptian Museum. This tour brings together some of Cairo's most important archaeological highlights in just one day.

The museum houses more than one hundred thousand artifacts from Egypt, including the hall of the royal mummies, while one of its most valuable collections is the golden treasure of King Tut.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Cairo, Giza, Saqqara

Languages Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, and the Egyptian Museum

• Our representative will meet you and begin your tour with a visit to the impressive Giza Pyramids, which have endured through the ages as the last remaining wonder of the ancient world, along with the majestic Sphinx.
• Then continue to Saqqara to visit King Zoser's Step Pyramid, which is considered the first pyramid in Egypt. It was built during the Third Dynasty, around 2600 BC.
• After a stop for lunch at a local restaurant offering a variety of food, head to the Egyptian Museum.
• Enjoy your time inside its halls. The museum houses more than one hundred thousand artifacts from Egypt, including the hall of the royal mummies, while one of its most valuable collections is the golden treasure of King Tut.
• From there, depending on the timing of your trip, our representative will drop you off at the pick-up point.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• All transportation by a modern air-conditioned vehicle
• Qualified Egyptology guide
• Bottled water
• Pick-up and drop-off

What's Not Included

• Entrance fees
• Lunch
• Tipping

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Lightweight and breathable clothing
• Sun hat or cap
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Camera or smartphone for photos
• Reusable water bottle
• Personal hygiene items (hand sanitizer, tissues)
• Travel adapter for electronics
• Small backpack or daypack

Know before you go

• Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
• Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.
• Be prepared for hot weather, especially during the summer months.
• Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting religious sites.
• Bring some cash for tips and small purchases, as not all places accept credit cards.
• Ensure your camera or smartphone is fully charged for capturing memorable moments.
• Be aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings secure.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your Hotel / Airport

Tour start

Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.