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Cairo Guided Half-Day Tour of Giza Pyramids, Sphinx

4.9(410 reviews)Cairo, EgyptOperated by OceanAir Travels Egypt
  • Duration4 hours – 5 hours
  • GroupShared · max 50
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesGerman, English, Italian
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Visit the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple with a friendly Egyptologist guide. Discover the secrets of ancient Egypt, hear amazing stories, and take great photos at these famous sites. A perfect Cairo tour for anyone who loves history, culture, and adventure.

Visit the Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World See the iconic Great Sphinx up close with your expert guide Explore the Valley Temple and learn about ancient rituals Enjoy a guided tour with a professional Egyptologist in Cairo Capture amazing photos at Egypt’s most famous attractions

What to expect

4 hours – 5 hours8 stopsShared tourMax 50 travellers

  1. The Pyramids Of Giza

    Al Haram Str, Giza, 3512201, Egypt

    1 hourAdmission included

    With prompt pick-up from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza by your Egyptologist tour guide in an air-conditioned vehicle, we shall begin your half-day tour at the Giza Pyramids. By visiting the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, explore the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.

  2. The Great Pyramid of Khufu

    Giza, Egypt

    1 hour

    The Great Pyramid of Giza — also called the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops — is the largest and oldest of the three pyramids on the Giza Plateau in Giza. It was built during Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty for the pharaoh Khufu around 2580–2560 BCE.

  3. Pyramid Complex of Khafre

    Al Haram, Giza, Egypt

    30 minutes

    The Pyramid of Khafre is the second-largest pyramid on the Giza Plateau and forms the center of the larger Pyramid Complex of Khafre, built for the pharaoh Khafre during Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty around 2570 BCE.

  4. Pyramid of Menkaure

    Giza, 3512201, Egypt

    Pass by

    The Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest of the three main pyramids on the Giza Plateau, built for the pharaoh Menkaure during Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty around 2510 BCE.

  5. Panoramic View of the Pyramids

    Al Omraneyah, Giza, 3512201, Egypt

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Continue to the Panoramic Viewpoint where you can take in a stunning bird's-eye view of the entire Giza Plateau. For an even more memorable experience, enjoy a camel ride around the plateau (at an additional cost).

  6. 15 minutesAdmission included

    Later, explore the Valley Temple, which was home to Pharaoh Khafre. Then you will be dropped off at your hotel or selected location in Cairo or Giza as the tour ends.

  7. Great Sphinx

    Al-Haram, Giza, 3512201, Egypt

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Next, visit the Great Sphinx of Giza, which has the head of a man and the body of a lion. Don’t miss the opportunity to photograph this incredible monument as many times as you can.

  8. Cairo

    Cairo, Egypt

    45 minutes

    After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

Pickup starts about 1 hour before the departure time.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations2,000

The operator lists 2,000 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

  • Saray Pyramids & Museum View Hotel59 59 Mostafa Ismael Extend El Mansorya, Cairo, 12011, Egypt
  • Stay Inn New Cairo253 B South Academy, New Cairo City, 11835, Egypt
  • Amoon Ra Pyramids ViewSphinx Tourist, Al Haram, 12755, Egypt
  • Ibis pyramids hotel11 Abo Elhol Street, Giza, 12533, Egypt
  • Settle Inn Mirage Boutique HotelFarid al-atrash Street, New Cairo City, 4732750, Egypt
  • Golden Crown Pyramids HotelTariq Abu Alhawl Alsiyahiu 5, Al Haram, 3520501, Egypt
  • Horizon Pyramid View INN1 Sphinx Towers, Abou Al Hool Al Seiahi St, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, 3520501, Egypt
  • Central Cairo Hotel36 Sherif, St, Downtown 7th Floor, Cairo, 33714, Egypt
  • Pyramids Wonders Hotel4 Elmansorya Road, Giza, 12918, Egypt
  • Queen pyramids viewNazlet El Samman El Wastani, Giza, 12755, Egypt
  • Tamaya Hotel Fifth SettlementGamal Abdel Nasser, Industrial Area, New Cairo City, 4723140, Egypt
  • Jewel Plaza Banha hotelAbd El-Haleem Eissa, Banha, 6460221, Egypt
  • BrassJimmy Pyramids ViewKaab Ibn Malek, Giza, 3520204, Egypt
  • Families Inn Pyramids - Rooftop47 Al Haram, 12556, Egypt
  • Lotus Luxury ApartmentsBuilding 32, El Nasr, New Cairo 1, New Cairo City, 4760020, Egypt
  • Wow Pyramids InnAnwar Alsaadat, Giza, 12561, Egypt
  • Prime Residence Golf Kattameya148 Saad Zaghloul Axis, Al Kattameya, Cairo, 11511, Egypt
  • Golden Cairo Centre13 Talaat Harb, Cairo, 11613, Egypt
  • PHOENIX KHAFOU view - Rooftop47 Al Haram 9, Giza, 3523211, Egypt
  • Villa Khufu Pyramids Hotel1 Nazlet El Samman El Westani, Giza, 12564, Egypt
  • The Muse Luxury View Hotel3 King Faisal St, Al Haram, 3524020, Egypt
  • Aziz Egypt Pyramids View9 Dr. Hanem Mohamed Street, El Remaya Square, Giza, 12572, Egypt
  • Secret of HorusMina, Al Haram, Egypt
  • King Khafren View INN106 Elmansorya, Kafrat al Jabal, 12557, Egypt
  • Nile BrideMostafa Kamel st. Maadi, Maadi, 11728, Egypt
  • Middle East pyramids view18 Gamal Abd El-Nasir, Giza, 12557, Egypt
  • Middle East Pyramids View16 Gamal Abd El-Nasser Road, Giza, 645463, Egypt
  • Verssailles Pyramids Hotel15 Abu El-Fada St., off Al-Ahram St, Giza, 12518, Egypt
  • Lencia HotelSharie Qasr Alniyl, Cairo, 11512, Egypt
  • Eagles Pyramids View9 Tibba Street, Al Haram, 3514513, Egypt
  • Pyramids Power Inn38 Gamal Abd El Naser Street, Nazlet El Saman, Giza, 12557, Egypt
  • Arabian Nights Pyramids Guesthouse11 Abou El Houl Nazlet El-Semman, Giza, Egypt
  • Chez L’ami57 Abu Elhool St, Giza, Egypt
  • Seven Heaven PyramidsNazlet Al Seman Al Kebli, Giza, 12556, Egypt
  • Imh pyramids hotelAl Haram, 12256, Egypt
  • Miramar Evergreen Hotel12 Talaat Harb Street, 5th Floor, Giza, 11567, Egypt
  • Pyramids Island2 Abou Al Hool Al Seiahi, Giza, 3512201, Egypt
  • Richard Pyramids Inn HotelNazlet El-Semman, Giza Governorate 3514554, Al Haram, 12557, Egypt
  • Kemet Pyramids InnMahmud 'abu Ghunaym, Giza, 12557, Egypt
  • City Inn Alshwarbi HotelsEl - Fadl, Cairo, 11111, Egypt
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Pickup service is available from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza. You will be contacted via WhatsApp, email, or phone the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time. The long-range Pickup/drop off services at your accommodation from the regions of Al Nasr City, Cairo International Airport, Heliopolis, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, 6th of October is available at an additional charge of 18 USD per person.

What's included

Included

  • Egyptologist tour guide
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry Tickets to Pyramids & Sphinx area (available if option booked)
  • All taxes and service charges
  • Visit to Valley Temple of Khafre
  • Pickup and drop off at your accommodation in Cairo or Giza

Not included

  • Tipping (not mandatory, but appreciated)
  • Optional Entry inside Great Pyramid
  • Camel ride

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 30 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–3), Child (4–11), Adult (12–99)

Additional information

  • Pets, Large luggage bags are not allowed on this tour.
  • The duration of the tour includes, both pick up and drop off timings as well.

Languages

Guide
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 1 hour before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Africa/Cairo
Product code
88784P2

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

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