Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum
Description
On this private Cairo day tour, you’ll journey through the layers of Egypt’s ancient glory, beginning with the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza — the Great Pyramid of Khufu, that of Khafre, and Menkaure — timeless monuments rising from the golden sands since the 4th Dynasty, around 2500 B.C. Enjoy a 30-minute camel ride through the Sahara, circling these wonders as the Great Sphinx watches over the plateau with its eternal gaze. Savor a traditional lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the pyramids before continuing to the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum, where the treasures of pharaohs come alive — colossal statues, gleaming artifacts, and the full collection of Tutankhamun displayed together for the first time — an unforgettable encounter with 5,000 years of civilization.
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Itinerary
Pyramid of Cheops Pyramid of Chephren Pyramid of Mycerinus Camel ride Sphinx
Step into the awe-inspiring Grand Egyptian Museum, where 5,000 years of history come to life beneath the golden light of Giza. As you walk through its vast galleries, the treasures of ancient Egypt unfold before you — colossal statues of pharaohs, intricate jewelry, and the full collection of Tutankhamun’s tomb displayed together for the first time. Through glass walls, the pyramids rise majestically in the distance, connecting past and present in one breathtaking view. Each hall tells a story of power, faith, and artistry, immersing you in the splendor of one of humanity’s greatest civilizations.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Infant meals not included
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please note that pickup from Cairo airport or from locations outside range requires extra charge
Reviews(3,199)
It was a nice experience. We did camel ride and went inside the pyramid and to the museum. Lunch was at a fancy restaurant and it was good as well. Everything was smooth.
We left around 7:30 AM with Mohammed Ali who was our guide for the day, visiting the pyramids, camel ride (the camel is not included in the activity), papyrus visit, lunch at a local restaurant with only the drinks to pay for, and finally the Grand Egyptian Museum. Entrance tickets for the pyramids and the museum are not included. We had a great time with Mohammed who taught us many things, an unforgettable day. Thank you to Mohammed and his friend who drove us all day long 🤗
A great guide can transform a simple site seeing trip into a very informative, story-telling type adventure. Mimo is first and foremost an educated Egyptologist but more than that he can synthesize the information in a very approachable way.. I was in Giza just last year, but my guide, in hindsight, didn't do a great job. I would strongly recommend Mimo to get the type of experience you traveled here to get.
Omar was our guide in Egypt. We met through a well-known online portal, but from the very beginning, he conveyed his way of understanding the role of a tour guide. Omar possesses a deep knowledge of Cairo, the city where he resides and where we met, as well as a solid background in the history of Egypt. He possesses that rare ability to convey authentic emotions, which only those who experience these places not just as a guide, but also as a citizen, know how to communicate. With him, we ranged from the history of the Giza Pyramids to that of ancient Egypt inside the GEM. We immersed ourselves in the daily life of today's Egyptians, visiting local markets and the gardens of Al-Azhar Park, also passing through the history of the arrival of Islam in Egypt 🇪🇬. He introduced us to the Citadel of Saladin and the refined Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Even after saying goodbye, Omar remained a friend, providing us with valuable advice for all the remaining days of our long trip to Egypt.
This was our first time To Egypt and this experience made us feel so safe which was a top priority. The private car, an amazing guide named Michael!, knowledge and flexible with our time. Every moment was thought out and we had an amazing time! We went to the pyramids and I’m so glad we had the choice to enter the pyramids or not before tickets were bought. We then went to both the oils and papyrus store, lunch was truly incredible (mind you we are picky New Yorkers), and the grand Egyptian museum - we learned with our guide and received personal time to roam. Truly an amazing experience! I highly recommend it!
We had a great experience. Zeinab was a very knowledgeable guide and she made our trip special. She let us proceed at our own pace and we never felt rushed. Ashraf the driver was a perfect gentleman and made us feel safe
Our guide, Hagar, really made this ptour for us. Her knowledge and expertise made the excursion so e6. Without her guidance around the pyramids and the bazaar we would have struggled, she made everything move smoothly, explaining everything as we went, and treated us like family. Mention too for Peter, our driver who was very polite and careful driver. Thank you to you both.
The tour is truly amazing! My guide was Saso and she was absolutely great in guiding me through the Giza plateu and then the GEM. I had an amazing time and would highly reccommend it to anyone. Pick up and drop off were spot on thanks to the driver Peter. Car was comfortable with A/C.
The tour is truly amazing! My guide was Saso and she was absolutely great in guiding me through the Giza plateu and then the GEM. I had an amazing time and would highly reccommend it to anyone. Pick up and drop off were spot on thanks to the driver Peter. Car was comfortable with A/C.
Mahmoud Hoka was our tour guide, he was very very proffesional , friendly and supportive. We really enjoyed the trip especially the horse riding and the amazing photos taken with the pyramids. The car picked us on time nad it was good air-conditioned and spacious.
