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Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Price from
- $44 / person
- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 50 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT, FR, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Let's Discover Egypt
Description
Avoide Giza Hassle & persistent Hawkers, you will Witness the greatest of Ancient Egypt in Half day tour. Discover The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Get inside one of Giza pyramids, Chephren Or Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of Chephren and visit the Valley Temple, Then Enjoy a camel Ride across the desert with the pyramids View and shot a lot of wonderful pictures. Lunch included in a good quality local restaurant, Then you will be transferred back to your hotel. - Explore Giza Pyramids, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with Egyptologist tour guide. - Get inside one of Giza pyramids, Chephren Or Mykerinus. - Ride a camel across the desert with the pyramids View and shot a lot of wonderful pictures. - Visit the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple where they mummified the king. - Enjoy your lunch at a good quality local restaurant. - Private air conditioned vehicle for transportation from door to door again.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10 times a day, 7:30 AM–12:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 30
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $44
- Child (ages 5–11)
- $38
- 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 $80.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Pyramids Of Giza
Your private Egyptologist tour guide, will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza, starting your Pyramids Tour visiting the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. ( get inside one of the Pyramids, Chephren or Mykerinus Pyramid ) Then have a wonderful panoramic view of the three pyramids of Giza from the pyramids panorama area. Camel Ride for about 30 minutes included.
Great Sphinx
Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, dates from the time of Chephren. The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. This temple served definitely two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king. Enjoy your lunch at good quality local restaurant, then transfer back to your hotel. VISITS: Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Camel Ride. MEALS : Lunch
What's included
Included
Entry ticket to get inside the pyramid ( if all inc + inside the pyramid option selected ).
Bottled water & Snacks during your trip.
Private Egyptologist tour guide.
Lunch at good quality local restaurant ( if all inclusive option selected ).
Camel Ride for 30 minutes at Giza Pyramids ( If All lnclusive Option Selected ).
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites ( if all inclusive option selected ).
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Not included
Tipping ( Tour guide / Driver ).
Pickup from Cairo airport or from locations outside range requires extra charge - $10 USD per person
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all our travelers from Hotels, and railway station and guest houses.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
50 reviews
How it compares in Cairo
- Starting price $44 is 12% below the typical $50 for tours of similar length in Cairo
- Price unchanged over the last 17 days
Excurgo comparison of 9,651 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx take?
Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx cost?
Prices start at $44 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 $80. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 12:00 PM.
How much does Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $38, adults from $44. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great 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. We pick up all our travelers from Hotels, and railway station and guest houses. Pickup points include Downtown Apartment, Pharoah's Palace hotel.
What languages is Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx offered in?
The experience is available in 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
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 50 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Let's Discover Egypt.
Reviews(50)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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