From Cairo – Half Day Tour to Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

Cairo · Egypt

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  • 5 Hours
  • Max 15 people
  • English
  • Easy
  • Hotel pickup
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Experience

From Cairo: Half-Day Tour to Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

Discover one of the world’s most iconic ancient wonders on this expertly guided half-day tour to the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Accompanied by a certified English-speaking Egyptologist, you’ll explore the last surviving wonder of the ancient world and uncover the fascinating secrets of Egypt’s pharaonic civilization.

Your journey begins with a comfortable hotel pickup from anywhere in Cairo or Giza. Upon arrival at the Giza Plateau, your expert guide will bring history to life as you stand before the Great Pyramid of Khufu — a monument that has stood for over 4,500 years. You’ll also visit the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, before heading to the iconic Great Sphinx, a legendary limestone statue that has guarded the plateau for millennia.

This tour is ideal for UK, German, and American tourists seeking a memorable introduction to ancient Egypt. With hotel pickup included, air-conditioned transport, and a knowledgeable guide, everything is taken care of so you can focus on the experience.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a first-time visitor to Egypt, the Pyramids of Giza tour is an unmissable experience that will stay with you forever.

Highlights

Great Pyramid of Khufu — last surviving wonder of the ancient world · The Great Sphinx of Giza · Pyramid of Khafre and Menkaure · Panoramic desert views and photo opportunities · Expert English-speaking Egyptologist guide

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Itinerary

  • 08:00 Hotel pickup

  • 09:00 Arrive Giza Plateau

  • 09:15 Great Pyramid of Khufu

  • 10:00 Pyramids of Khafre & Menkaure

  • 10:45 Great Sphinx

  • 11:30 Panoramic viewpoint

  • 12:00 Drop-off at hotel

What’s included & not included

Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off · English-speaking Egyptologist guide · Entrance fees to Giza Plateau · Bottled water · Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Entrance inside the pyramid ($15) · Camel ride (optional $10) · Lunch · Tips

Meeting point

Hotel lobby pickup

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