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Tours/Cairo/Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Cairo travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs

Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids

4.1(29)Cairo1 hour
VIATOR2.6(5)TRIPADVISOR4.4(24)
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
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Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids

At a glance

Duration
1 hour
Price from
$10 / person
Location
Cairo, Egypt
Rating
4.1 / 5 · 29 reviews
Languages
DE, EN, IT, FR
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Hesham Egypt tour guide

Description

Enjoy a magnificent night tour to the most historical sites of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom. The sound and light show at Giza pyramids. the one-hour show begins with the illumination of the Sphinx, who narrates the history of the pyramids and their builders. enjoy by A magnificent night Tour to the most historical sites of ancient Egypt during the old Kingdom. The sound and light show at Giza pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus . The one-hour show begins with the illumination of the Sphinx, who narrates the history of the pyramids and their builders and The show also depicts the story of building the pyramids and relates the history of great and famous figures of ancient Egypt such as Thutmosis IV, Akhnaten, Nefertiti and Tut Ankh Amon.Back to hotel

Schedule & prices

Runs
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
8 times a day, 3:00 PM–7:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 4–80)
$10
Child (ages 1–3)
$5

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $20.

Larger groups pay less per person.

Out at sunset: the 5:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:13 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

car with driver only

car with driver only Pickup included

all inlcude best seller 1

car+driver+ticket+koshry dinner Pickup included

car+driver+ticket

Pickup included

Itinerary

Sound & Light Egypt
Admission not included60 min

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in cairo or giza to take you to enjoy a magnificent night tour at one of the most historical sites of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom. During the sound and light show at Giza pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus you will experience history through light and sound against the backdrop of these ancient wonders. The one-hour show begins with the illumination of the Sphinx, who narrates the history of the pyramids and their builders.  At the end of the show you will be escorted back to your hotel in cairo or giza hotel.

What's included

Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle

Pickup Locations & Times

only cairo down town and giza hotel only nasr city , new cairo , new settlemnt , 6th October city ,airports and its surrounding (out of meeting point)

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.1
29 reviews
5
13
4
11
3
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2
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How it compares in Cairo

  • Starting price $10 is 75% below the typical $40 for tours of similar length in Cairo

Excurgo comparison of 9,646 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If the guest hotel from Giza, pick up is at 6pm during winter time and 7pm during summer time
  • If the guest hotel is from Cairo, pick up is at 5:30 during winter time and 6:30 pm during summer time
  • Transportation from-to hotel far from Giza or Cairo is subject to an additional fee

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 Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids take?

Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids cost?

Prices start at $10 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 $20. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 8 departures a day between 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM.

How much does Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids cost for children?

Children aged 1–3 pay from $5, adults from $10.

Can I cancel Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids 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. only cairo down town and giza hotel only nasr city , new cairo , new settlemnt , 6th October city ,airports and its surrounding (out of meeting point) Pickup points include Gardenia Pyramids view inn, Vg Hotel.

What languages is Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids offered in?

The experience is available in DE, 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.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 29 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Hesham Egypt tour guide.

Reviews(29)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

A
apenzer
March 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
No Sound and Light show

The Sound and Light show is currently suspended due to renovations. Nov 25 to April 26 (at least). So we were given the Nile Cruise option. It was enjoyable - but the term 'Organised Chaos' comes to mind!!

Operator response

Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720

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Zahid_H
December 18, 2025 · via Viator
Fraud, stay away! The provider takes your booking even if there's no show!

Booked the show and Hesham insisted that he wanted to pick us up early to avoid 'traffic'. We then made it clear to him that we're not interested in any shopping and then he said "Government cancelled the show". Now chasing Viator for refund. Called the official organizer of the show and they confirmed that no show was ever available today. So, basically he listed a fake show to steal money and take us to a shopping tour. So surprised to see Viator allows such fraudulent activity.

Operator response

No idea you never used our service ,please read our reviewa !!!! thats not our service still wait for your reply . please send us confirmation number if you are one of our guest to prove , hope you rely back to me !!!! many other operator does this tour and copy from us ,maybe u write to wrong listing ! thank you for the feedback , but make sure you wrote to correct company . you never used or contact us for that tour , you might write that to wrong listing , everyone used our service and know who we are , read reviews , thats why you booked us , we dont know if you are spam or you took money form other to write that for us , if we are bad , you never use our service but you came through our review which are real one not fake . please check , thank you , we wish you good time in Egypt . Egypt is the most safe place in Egypt , check which company you use and wrote for them . hope you be honest and fair no need to have that fake or scam or spam

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LouisM1650
December 6, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Sound and light

At the start for now and light at the pyramids driver exactly on time. Nothing wrong, it is perfect despite that I do not speak English, it did everything to satisfy all my needs, I recommend it, it is perfect👍👏😉

Operator response

Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720

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M72R
November 23, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Sound and Light Show

John was our driver he came on time and since we had some time before the Show, he was good enough to take us to the Egyptian Cotton world and also to the oil, spices and Tea stores. Thanks to him we could go to those places. It was a good experience to watch the sound and light show at Giza Pyramids. We had expected more lights on the Pyramids but it was good show.

Operator response

Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720

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climon13
September 28, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great opportunity not to be missed

Great opportunity to experience not only the sound & light show, but also to take a glance at the cultural diversity of the city. We really enjoyed the ride with our guide Raafat, he was always enthusiastic, supportive and keep us engaged.

Operator response

Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720

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Givaneide_R
August 17, 2025 · via Viator
Nice guide but 3 hour walks to the unpleasant bazaar

We didn’t like to be walked before the show from 5:30 to 8:30 from store to store , with the aim of selling us things , carpets, papers , perfumes, clothes etc ... The included meal did not suit us all , the place not conducive to European turists

Operator response

car+driver+dinner+ticket 18:00 Lead Traveler: Givaneide Remy 2 adults you booked for 6 pm , we have dinner , guide took you to have dinner and enjoy papyrus making as your partner was first time in Egypt and he loved to see that , no idea why you complain

5
554dayvidm
June 14, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Egypt

Great Driver. Excellent Time. He was on prompt, happy to be enjoying his time with us, and made our experience in Egypt truly special.

Operator response

Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720

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LDoonie
May 20, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A little antiquated but still fun to see in colors at night

Yes, it's a bit dated and sometimes hard to hear, but the Pyramids & Sphinx lit up in different colors made it a fun and inexpensive evening. You can sit and relax, or move to the side to get closer fun pics. I was sick on the day tour, so this is thr only way I say them in person and I now felt like at least I've seen them - especially the Sphinx. It's a fun little addition to your trip. We used Viator to tour & get there and our driver was great. Also NO obnoxious vendors in your face to enter this experience (such a relief!).

Operator response

Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720

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P2963UEguyl
May 8, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A bit dated

It was OK but a bit dated. Mot sure who the voice of the narrator was but sounded very old English, dont know if that was the aim due to what it is but could have been brought up to date Distracting having pick up trucks and vans driving up and down beside the screens

Operator response

you neved used my service you wrote about light show not my company service

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F3234RJmichellea
April 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great Experience

We had Kareem as our guide and Ismail as driver, both were fantastic. We didn't know we were going to be taken to oil and spice shop before getting to the show and it was very nice but should be known up front. The vehicle was great too, plenty of room. Kareem is a fountain of knowledge which made the journey go busy quickly and we go to spot sites we'd never have known without him. Very clear English too. The Light & Sound show is a must if you cannot find time to get closer to view the Giza Pyramids. The sound system could probably do with an upgrade, it's recorded in English and other languages have a headset translation. I would recommend the tour and Hesham Egypt Tour Guide. The loss of a star is the unknown (sell) stops and the janky sound system.

Operator response

Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720

$10/ person
4.1(29)
Duration1 hour
LanguagesDE, EN, IT
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