Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum
- 5–6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Private tour
Highlights
Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt on an unforgettable day tour combining the iconic Giza Pyramids with the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the enigmatic Sphinx, two of Egypt's most legendary landmarks and enduring symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you’ll explore an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and treasures, including the fascinating legacy of King Tutankhamun. Accompanied by an expert Egyptologist guide, uncover the stories, mysteries, and achievements of one of the world’s greatest ancient civilizations. With comfortable transfers and a carefully designed itinerary, this 8-hour experience offers the perfect introduction to the history, culture, and architectural wonders of Cairo.
Inclusions
What's included
- A bottle of water for each person
- Guided tour with professional Egyptologist
- Hotel pickup and drop-off with all transfers included
What's not
- Tipping
- Entry ticket to the Mummies room and Pyramids from inside
- Airport, Nasr City, and Heliopolis pickup
- Entrance fees to tourist attractions are not included.
Itinerary
09:00 AM – Hotel Pickup Your professional tour representative and expert Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. 10:00 AM – Giza Pyramids Visit the Giza Plateau and admire the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Learn about the fascinating history, construction, and mysteries of these ancient monuments. 11:30 AM – The Great Sphinx Visit the iconic Great Sphinx and enjoy time for photos while discovering its history and significance.
12:15 PM – Grand Egyptian Museum Continue to the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore its impressive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and discover the fascinating civilization of the pharaohs. Admire the museum's highlights and the treasures associated with King Tutankhamun. 03:00 PM – Lunch (Optional) Enjoy an optional lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant. Lunch is available at an additional cost. 04:00 PM – Return to Your Hotel Relax in your private, air-conditioned vehicle as you travel back to your hotel. 05:00 PM – Hotel Drop-off Arrive back at your hotel, concluding your unforgettable 8-hour Cairo experience.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Faraos Reizen Egypt Travel
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Cairo
- Its from-price is 11% above the median of the 1157 city tours we list in Cairo.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cairo
Cairo is Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, where the Pyramids of Giza meet medieval mosques, busy bazaars and the treasures of the pharaohs.
On the western edge of the city, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx rise from the desert plateau, with the step pyramid of Saqqara and the ruins of Memphis further south. Cairo's great museums, the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square and the vast Grand Egyptian Museum beside the plateau, hold artefacts spanning thousands of years.
Top-ranked sights in Cairo: Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), Saqqara (Sakkara), Khan El-Khalili.
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