This is my second time booking with them, and I can honestly say I always feel confident that we’re going to have the best experience. 🤍 My first tour was with friends, and our Egyptologist at the time was Sam. He has since grown the company and now owns it, which makes it even more special to see how far they’ve come. After having such a great experience the first time, I knew I could trust them again — this time for a trip with my husband. They personalized our experience based on every little detail I shared with them, making the day feel very thoughtful and tailored to us. Our Egyptologist this time, Amir, was fantastic. He was incredibly knowledgeable and informative, but what we loved most was how he knew exactly where to take us for the best spots and photos while still giving us such a great understanding of the history. What I appreciate most about booking with them is the trust. Everything was well-organized, personal, and professional, and especially for the price, I genuinely feel you get so much value for what you’re paying. Thank you, Sam and the team, for making our second experience just as memorable as the first. 🇪🇬 I would happily book with them again and definitely recommend to my friends.
Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $18 / person
- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 30 reviews
- Languages
- DE, RU, PT, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Egypedia Tours
Description
You will spend a half day with the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx. Your tour guide will take you on a tour to the secrets of the pyramids and the Sphinx. We will pick up from any hotel in Cairo or Giza for a fun day.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $18
- Child (ages 5–11)
- $20
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $35.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Pyramids Of Giza
Meet your personal guide in your hotel lobby at 8:00 am for the short drive out of Cairo to the desert at Giza, part of the legendary Sahara Desert. Here you'll admire the three mighty pyramids silhouetted against the sand, beginning with the Great Pyramid, built by the pharaoh Khufu over 3,500 years ago. Your guide will explain the stories behind this and the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, including how they were constructed and how they looked in ancient times, and take you out into the desert for photo opportunities. Next, you'll descend to admire the Sphinx, the giant half-human, half-lion monument that's an icon of Egypt. Finally, you'll explore an Ancient Egyptian temple, the Valley Temple, most likely built by Khafre, in the days when the River Nile flowed past Giza and this desert gorge was fertile valley. You'll drive back to your hotel
Great Sphinx
Explore the valley temple which is located beside the biggest statue sphinx which is representing the powerful country and the strongest, The statue is guard of the area Listen for stories about the French Mission where they conquered Egypt and some religious stories about this god
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Camel Ride
ATV Ride Around Giza Desert
Tipping
Entrance tickets
Pickup Locations & Times
Our Professional Guide can Find you Anywhere
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
30 reviews
How it compares in Cairo
- Starting price $18 is 55% below the typical $40 for tours of similar length in Cairo
Excurgo comparison of 9,646 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx take?
Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx cost?
Prices start at $18 per person for this Cairo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $35. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
How much does Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $20, adults from $18. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Our Professional Guide can Find you Anywhere Pickup points include Spacey, Gardenia Pyramids view inn.
What languages is Half Day Tour to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, PT, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(30)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3
Personalized, professional, and worth every penny
M
Good recommendation
I booked a tour for my Manager and his family And the tour was amazing And everything was great
V
Amazing day
Amazing day with salah the tour guide think you
F
Good day
Goodday with sam and egypedia tours
J
Good day in Cairo
Thank you, Egypedia Tours, for everything. We enjoyed it immensely; everything was organized and ready, from the operator to the driver. Amr was our guide; he told us all the secrets of the pyramids. I highly recommend him to you.
C
Pyramids and sphinx
Samah did an excellent job, very helpful and made the experience great. Answered all the questions we had and we learnt a lot, very friendly. Would definitely recommend this tour, a great way to see the amazing sites in Giza
L
Outstanding guide
Sam was outstanding as a guide. Knowledgeable, adaptable and passionate about his subject expertise, Sam guided us through the pyramid complex with information that we had not seen in other guides. Sam felt like a friend from the start and gave us all the relevant details (pick up time, driver and car details) that we needed to make our trip educational but safe. If you are looking for an educational tour from a Egyptology student enthusiastic about his subject, that bypasses all the usual tour guide patter (and unwanted purchase opportunities from their friends) we would recommend Sam in a heartbeat.
H
Great tour and we left with the best pics!!
I would definitely recommend this tour! Everything was smooth from pickup to drop-off. We were picked up on time and we felt safe and well taken care of. Our guide was great! He was knowledgeable, and made the whole experience really enjoyable. He also knew all of the best spots to take photos! Overall, we had a great experience touring the Giza Pyramids
D
Trip to Saqqara and Memphis
We had a great tour of the step pyramids and Memphis, Amir our guide was excellent. he went at our steady pace and was very informative with excellent English.
D
Giza Pyramids
Outstanding visit to the great Pyramids at Giza Well guided and everything we hoped for. Well worth it.
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