Cairo Stopover Tour: Pyramids, Sphinx, Museum & Old Cairo
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx
- Visit the Egyptian Museum's treasures
- Wander through Old Cairo's historic sites
- Enjoy a private, flexible tour experience
- Benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation with Wi-Fi
- Beach amenities: umbrellas, coolers, toys
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Itinerary
At any Time from 7:00 am or earlier Pickup from Cairo airport by our Expert Tour guide and transfer from Cairo international airport to Giza City to Start your Cairo layover Day Tours from Cairo airport Visit Giza Pyramids & Sphinx spend around 3 hours exploring giza pyramids and sights around ,also the trip includes short Camel ride around the great Pyramid
The Giza Plateau (Arabic: هضبة الجيزة) is a plateau in Giza, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt, site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza Necropolis, which includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers' village and an industrial complex.
The only completely preserved portrait of the king is a three-inch high ivory figurine found in a temple ruin of a later period at Abydos in 1903. All other reliefs and statues were found in fragments, and many buildings of Khufu are lost. Everything known about Khufu comes from inscriptions in his necropolis at Giza and later documents. For example, Khufu is the main character noted in the Westcar Papyrus from the 13th dynasty.
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. Others were found during successive excavations by Sieglin (1909–10), Junker, Reisner,
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. The mortuary temple also yielded several statues of Menkaure.
Then visit The Sphinx - The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren.
Then drive from Giza to Cairo to Visit the Egyptian museum in Cairo where you see the treasures of King Tutankhamen
Then drive to Old Cairo to visit the ancient and oldest Christian part of Cairo and Visit the Churches that Includes The Hanging Church in Cairo,Abu Sergha Church,Jewish Synagogue of Benazra Private Guided Layover Tours
After the end of the Tour you will be transferred back to your Hotel
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; the itinerary can be customized to your preferences.
- Gratuities are not included and are appreciated for excellent service.
- The tour duration is flexible, ranging from 4 to 8 hours, depending on your schedule.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and the warm climate.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning sights you'll encounter.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Entry fees includes basic area only
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Traveler reviews
Egypt is so much fun and safe
Muhammad is a wonderful driver very professional Muhammad the guide is a wonderful guide very intelligent and professional educated Camel rides additional $20
Great experience
They have excellent service and really make the experience enjoyable. The expert tour guide OLLA is one of the best person to have the tour with she is very knowledgeable and make the tour worthwhile. Must ask for her while booking she knows all .Overall I would rate it top quality tour
Celebrating Eid with Sayed Mahmoud
Celebrated Eid with Sayed Mahmoud and Henny in Cairo. Spent the day touring the pyramids, riding camels, shopping, and visiting the museum. I would highly reccomend them/this tour to anyone planning to visit. He took us everywhere listed and more! So many beautiful heritage sites, tasty treats/local dishes, and new dance moves
Fabulous trip down ancient Egyptian
What a phenomenal experience, the entire day ran smoothly with our guide Ehab hoba and driver agamy. Our tour was tailored to our preferences and we immensely enjoyed the friendly service, detailed knowledge and professionalism from both the guide and driver. We will certainly visit use their services again and look forward to exploring Egypt again soon.
Giza Pyramid Tour, Camel Ride, Sphinx, Lunch, Egyptian Museum and Market
Excellent day, touring the pyramids with Abdul, very good guide, attentive to explain the history and customs of Egypt