Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Giza Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum Tour with Papyrus Visit

8 Hours Round trip from X4GR+589 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the three iconic pyramids at Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu
  • 02 Watch a live demonstration of ancient papyrus paper-making at the Papyrus Museum
  • 03 Explore the Papyrus Museum exhibits with free entry
  • 04 Tour the new Grand Egyptian Museum and its extensive ancient Egyptian artifacts
  • 05 Discover treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb and other remarkable collections

Experience the majesty of ancient Egypt on this comprehensive 8-hour tour. Visit the world-famous Giza Plateau to explore the three pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, and the iconic Sphinx. Watch a live demonstration at the Papyrus Museum showing how ancient Egyptians transformed the papyrus plant into paper, then continue to the new Grand Egyptian Museum to discover an extensive collection of priceless artifacts, including treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb.

Watch a live demonstration at the Papyrus Museum showing how ancient Egyptians transformed the papyrus plant into paper, then continue to the new Grand Egyptian Museum to discover an extensive collection of priceless artifacts, including treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Cairo, Giza
Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Giza Pyramids, Papyrus Museum, and Grand Egyptian Museum

  • Depart from your hotel or agreed meeting point in Cairo.
  • Travel to the Giza Plateau to visit the iconic three pyramids: the Pyramid of Khufu (Great Pyramid), the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure.

  • Explore the exterior of the pyramids and learn about their history, construction, and significance from your expert guide.

  • Walk around the site to view the Sphinx and other surrounding monuments.

  • Proceed to the Papyrus Museum.

  • Observe a demonstration of how the ancient Egyptians converted the papyrus plant into paper.

  • Spend time exploring the museum exhibits (free entry, no ticket required).

  • Continue to the new Grand Egyptian Museum.

  • Tour the museum's vast collection, including artifacts from Tutankhamun's tomb and other ancient treasures.

  • Enjoy detailed explanations from your guide about the museum's exhibits and significance.

  • Conclude the visit and return to your hotel or preferred drop-off location in Cairo.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from X4GR+589 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Licensed English-speaking tour guide
  • Government permission
  • Simple souvenir

What's Not Included

  • Transportation (a car with a driver can be arranged for an additional fee based on the number of people in your group).
  • Lunch (optional): $15 per person.
  • Entrance tickets (you can pay for them with your Visa card).
  • Camel ride ($10 per person).

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Comfortable clothes

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pick-up from the hotel.
Tour start
X4GR+589, Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in X4GR+589.

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