Day Tour Visiting Giza Pyramids old Egyptian Museum & Old Market
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Private Full-Day Tour: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and Old Market Enjoy a comprehensive cultural experience with our expertly curated Private Full-Day Tour of iconic Egyptian destinations. Witness the architectural marvel of the Giza Pyramids, lose yourself in the treasure trove that is the Egyptian Museum, and walk through the bustling lanes of the old market. The tour is designed for visitors who want to immerse themselves into Egypt's rich history, with a perfect blend of historical exploration and market exploration.
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Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour . The Giza pyramid complex, also called the Giza Necropolis, is the site on the Giza Plateau in Greater Cairo, Egypt that includes the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx of Giza. All were built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. The site also includes several cemeteries and the remains of a workers' village.
The Great Pyramid of Giza (also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops) is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex bordering present-day Giza in Greater Cairo, Egypt. It is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one to remain largely intact.
Menkaure's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king's pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple.
Khafre's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king's pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860.
The Great Sphinx of Giza, commonly referred to as the Sphinx of Giza or just the Sphinx, is a limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human.[1] Facing directly from West to East, it stands on the Giza Plateau on the west bank of the Nile in Giza, Egypt. The face of the Sphinx is generally believed to represent the pharaoh Khafre.[2] Cut from the bedrock, the original shape of the Sphinx has been restored with layers of blocks.[3] It measures 73 m (240 ft) long from paw to tail, 20 m (66 ft) high from the base to the top of the head and 19 m (62 ft) wide at its rear haunches.[4] It is the oldest known monumental sculpture in Egypt and is commonly believed to have been built by ancient Egyptians of the Old Kingdom during the reign of the pharaoh Khafre (c. 2558–2532 BC)
The Egyptian Museum is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East, and houses the largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world. The museum displays an extensive collection spanning from the Predynastic Period to the Greco-Roman Era. The architect of the building was selected through an international competition in 1895, which was the first of its kind, and was won by the French architect, Marcel Dourgnon. The museum was inaugurated in 1902 by Khedive Abbas Helmy II, and has become a historic landmark in downtown Cairo, and home to some of the world’s most magnificent ancient masterpieces.
Khan el-Khalili is a famous bazaar and souq (or souk) in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. Established as a center of trade in the Mamluk era and named for one of its several historic caravanserais, the bazaar district has since become one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike. It is also home to many Egyptian artisans and workshops involved in the production of traditional crafts and souvenirs. Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo or Giza
The Giza Plateau (Arabic: هضبة الجيزة) is a limestone plateau in Giza, Egypt, the site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza pyramid complex, which includes the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers' village and an industrial complex. It forms the northernmost part of the 16,000 ha Pyramid Fields in the Western Desert edge of the Nile Valley that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Memphis and its Necropolis. The plateau is elevated approximately 60 meters above sea-level.
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the iconic pyramids like never before with this breathtaking panoramic view. Capture the grandeur and majesty of these ancient wonders in all their glory, as you immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Egypt. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time visitor, the panoramic view of the pyramids is sure to leave you in awe. Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness one of the world's greatest architectural marvels from a whole new perspective.
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As per confirmed pickup time you will find our tour guide waiting for you and he will hold a sign showing our company name
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(80)
I am one of the people who barely writes reviews but I had to write for this company. I am a paranoid person when it comes to trusting people and it’s hard to please me with service but I kid you not this company went above and beyond to make sure we were in good shape. Starting we only had one day and I arrive in Cairo Egypt at 1 am and they were waiting for us outside already. We had a delayed for our bags but they still waited for us. We also booked our hotels in Giza area to save our time as it’s an hour drive from the airport and this company did their very best to drop at the hotel. At 9am sharp as promised the guide and the driver was here to pick us up. The guide was very fluent in English and had great sense of humor. He knew we had one day in which we had to cover pyramids of Giza, camel riding at the pyramids, national museum of civilization, salahuddin ayubi fort and Mohammad Ali mosque, a finest lunch experience, felucca ride at River Nile then going to see Al Azhar mosque and explore khan Al Khalil bazaar where we shopped our souvenirs and then dropping us to the hotel and this was all in one day 12 hours. The guide was very knowledgeable and very respectful. He managed all the attractions so well that we didn’t feel rushed. The car was super clean and they also offered us bottle of waters. Everything I mentioned had our tickets included and the company literally treated us like their own family. I admit that I couldn’t fully enjoy Egypt in a leisurely space but that’s because of short on time on my end. However I believe I will be back and will hire the same people again to explore more of Egypt inshallah including Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan. We plan to come back either this year again. Our travel manager was Zizo and our tour guide was Muhammad Afifi (hands down the best guide ever) and an amazing photographer. He was truly and all rounder. I wish to come back soon and hire him again with the same company inshallah
The tour guide (Kareem) and driver (Mohamed) arrived at my hotel promptly at 8am and introduced themselves, before taking us to the pyramids. I won't go into the details of the destination, but it was truly remarkable! After this we proceeded to the Egyptian Museum, where Kareem took us around and showed us some key artifacts. After the museum we went back to our hotel. Mohamed, our driver, was very courteous and was always on time and drove us safely between destinations. There are not many words that explain how amazing Kareem was as our tour guide. He is one of the nicest people you can hope to meet, and his knowledge of the subject matter was incredible, having studied archeology. He showed such a genuine passion for the ancient history of his country and it made our day so truly impressive. He was also patient, attentive and supportive - ensuring we got to just enjoy the day entirely. Thank you SO much Kareem.
It was a very well spent day. Our guide Hady very friendly and always with answers to our questions. We would not have been able to make a visit otherwise.
booked via WhatsApp, reluctant to make any payment in advance online so agreed a cash payment after the trip. Met straight at arrivals hall in Cairo, straight to the pyramids with a driver and a guide. They want to make the day about you so although they suggested things like camel ride, various view points and some shopping they didn’t push when we said no. Guide happy to talk us through the history at our pace and show us around. Then went on to the Egyptian museum and again talked us through key items to provide history. All entrance fees included (except to actually enter a pyramid that’s an additional few $), lunch was at a local restaurant with traditional food and drop off back at the airport. We finished quite quickly and asked what else there was to do but struggled a little with additional things to do other than shopping. Very happy with the experience and would recommend to anyone who wants to tailor they own Cairo / Giza experience. Not overly expensive in comparison to others, $160 for 2 adults and a 5 year old.
Dear Our Valued Customer First of all we would like to convey our heartiest thanks to you for your wonderful Feedback We are sure that Without your Feedback, it would not have been possible at all for any other travelers to know about who we are we are happy that you enjoyed the day We appreciate your time and efforts in Providing a feedback to us . Thank you Kind regards, Emo Tours Egypt
It was an amazing experience. Our tour guide Essan was very friendly, polite and made the whole experience memorable. He knew everything about history and he guide us through all the important statues in the museum. We loved the pyramids and the sphinx, we took amazing photos!!
Our driver was professional, courteous, and helpful. Unfortunately I cannot say the same for our guide. His knowledge of most places we visited was equivalent to what you could find on the back of a postcard, but only if you know the exact lineage of pharaohs and time period of each of them. Unfortunately, my knowledge of world events is generally tied to years, which was not helpful in this situation. When we asked probing questions, we generally received dismissive answers. Once at the museum we were asked if “5-10 minutes would be enough” and he was not pleased when we requested an hour and a half. The best part was visiting the local craft (papyrus) and oil shops. I understand that guides generally receive commissions from these stops, but we are traveling for a long period and do not need the extra weight in our bags. We politely partook in the demonstrations but when we did not buy anything, our guide was visibly upset. He did not say a word for approximately an hour after we left these shops. Overall, this was one of the worst experiences I’ve ever had on a private guided tour. We booked this one due to the high previous ratings so, I assume, we were just unlucky with our guide selection. Unfortunately, this experience essentially ruined Egypt for us. We would have been better off with no guide and Wikipedia than what we had. If it hadn’t been for the driver, who was great, I would have rated this experience 1/5
We were picked up on time by our guide and chauffeured by car exclusively to Giza. Once there we were shown everything and explained what we wanted to know. The Sphinx was another interesting component as was the step pyramid of Sakkara. After another stop in Memphis there was great food. It was a great day without any complaints. Thank you for that.
Dear our valued customer Thanks for the awesome review, We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. Come back and see us soon. Sincerely Emo Tours Egypt
Tour was given by Ahmed Refaat, due to the long time between arriving and return flight I got a fully packed tour: pyramids, museum, coptic Cairo, bazaar, mosk. Gave interesting information at each location, all the while making sure I wouldn't have to queue. It was a very hot day and Ahmed took care of hydratation every chance we got.
Dear our valued customer Thanks for the awesome review, We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. Come back and see us soon. Sincerely Emo Tours Egypt
Private tour from our hotel with French speaking guide I strongly recommend this tour which will greatly facilitate your task no Waiting time , the guide explains and shows you places you might not have accessed without it Typical lunch nice On the other hand big downside on the operation of Emotours The excursion had been fully paid from the moment of booking and without any reason and without any explanation from them another charge was made to my account After contacting their Service a refund should be made but it has been more than 10 days and still nothing In fact, they can take whatever they like without any permission from you. It is incomprehensible and not very serious
EMO Tours we’re excellent in their service. Our booking agent Zizo and our Tour guide Sameh were both fantastic. Zizo always kept me updated throughout our whole trip and helped me and my family feel comfortable in Egypt. And Sameh our guide was extremely knowledgeable, fun to be around and very considerate guide. He helped us on every tour and made this experience a lot of fun. I would recommend using EMO Tours to see whole of Egypt as they have every tour available in every city in Egypt. And choose Zizo as your booking agent and request Sameh as your guide and you won’t regret it at all. Absolutely the very best!
Dear our valued customer Thank you for writing this fantastic review and giving our dealership such an excellent star rating . It’s great to hear we were able to go above and beyond your expectations and provide you with a memorable experience . We look forward to seeing you again soon . Best regards, Emo Tours Eygpt
