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Viator · Private tour

Day trip to Giza Pyramids Old Egyptian Museum & Bazaar

Cairo1 hour

Description

Embark on an adventure of a lifetime with our exclusive day trip to the breathtaking Giza Pyramids and the historical Egyptian Museum, followed by a wonderful shopping excursion in the vibrant local Bazaar. This is not just a tour; rather, it's a step into a time portal to the grandeur of ancient Egypt. With all transfers being facilitated by a private A/C latest model vehicle, sit back and unwind as we comfortably transport you from your hotel and back again. Our professional Guide on site , fluent in English, will accompany you, revealing fascinating tales untold about the mystical Egypt. Stay hydrated with the provided bottled water while you soak in the awe-inspiring sights on this unforgettable journey.

Tour Options

Car + Tour Guide
  • Car + Tour Guide Pickup included
Car + Tour Guide + Basic Entry fees
  • Car + Tour Guide + Basic Entry fees Pickup included
Car + Guide + Basic Entry fees + Lunch
  • Car + Guide + Basic Entry fees + Lunch Pickup included
Car With driver Only
  • Car With driver Only Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included120 min

Starts at 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your full day tour visiting Giza Pyramids where you visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos then Visit the Valley Temple where the Priests Mummified the dead body of King Chephren Also there you will have a close-up look at The Sphinx - The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren.

Admission not included30 min

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.

Admission not included30 min

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,

Admission not included30 min

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.

Admission not included30 min

then look at the Sphinx - The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren.

Admission not included30 min

The Giza Plateau (Arabic: هضبة الجيزة) is a limestone plateau in Giza, Egypt, the site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza pyramid complex, which includes the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers' village and an industrial complex. It forms the northernmost part of the 16,000 ha Pyramid Fields in the Western Desert edge of the Nile Valley that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Memphis and its Necropolis.

Admission not included30 min

Explore the timeless wonder of the ancient pyramids with our Panoramic view tour. Behold the majestic structures from all angles as you take in the breathtaking beauty of these iconic landmarks. Our expert guides will provide you with fascinating insights into the history and significance of the pyramids, making this an unforgettable experience.

Admission not included120 min

Then continue your day tour to the Egyptian Museum of antiquities. It displays the largest and most precious items of the Egyptian art in the world. It exhibits a rare collection of over 250,000 genuine artifacts that date as far back as 5000 years, including an exclusive exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamon - A collection of treasures, gold, and jewelry that were buried in his tomb for over 3,500 years before they were discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated.

60 min

Then visit the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. The numerous shops in this district are known for trading fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques and much more . Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo.

Highlights

Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) ( If Option Selected )
Guide on site( If Option Selected )
Entry Fees ( If Option Selected )
Bottle of water

What's included

Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) ( If Option Selected )
Guide on site( If Option Selected )
Entry Fees ( If Option Selected )
Bottle of water
Not included
Personal Items
Tipping

Pickup Locations & Times

You will find our tour guide/representative in the Lobby area holding a sign that shows our Company name

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entry fees includes basic area only

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