Pickup
Meet your private English-speaking Egyptologist at your hotel in Cairo or Giza and travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to begin your Cairo experience.
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Private Day Tour
Cairo Highlights Private Tour: Pyramids, Sphinx, GEM, Coptic & Islamic Cairo
Duration
full day trip · 8-10 hours
Tour Type
Private Full-Day Cairo Highlights Tour
Pickup
Included
Availability
Daily
Languages
Multiple Languages
Tour Overview
Experience Cairo's ancient wonders in one private day, from the legendary Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx to the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Experience Cairo’s ancient wonders, religious heritage, and vibrant local culture on one comprehensive private sightseeing tour. Begin your day at the Giza Plateau, where you will see the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and the legendary Great Sphinx. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the history, construction, beliefs, and mysteries surrounding these extraordinary monuments. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to explore its remarkable collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and discover more about the civilization that shaped Egypt for thousands of years.
After lunch, travel into historic Cairo to explore Coptic Cairo, including its famous churches and ancient religious heritage. Continue through Islamic Cairo, where historic mosques, streets, architecture, and monuments reveal another important chapter of the city's history. Finish your Cairo experience at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the city's most atmospheric historic markets. Enjoy time to explore the narrow streets, browse traditional crafts and souvenirs, take photographs, or relax at a traditional café before your private transfer back to your hotel.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the Pyramids of Giza
- Great Pyramid of Khufu
- Pyramids of Khafre & Menkaure
- Great Sphinx
- Valley Temple
- Panoramic Pyramids Viewpoint
- Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
- Discover historic Coptic Cairo
- Visit the Hanging Church
- Visit Abu Serga Church
- See the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue
- Explore historic Islamic Cairo
- Walk along historic Al-Muizz Street, subject to access and local conditions
- Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- All Entrance Fees
- Private English-Speaking Egyptologist
- Private Air-Conditioned Transportation
Tour Itinerary
Giza Pyramids
Explore the legendary Giza Plateau and discover the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Your Egyptologist will explain the fascinating history, purpose and construction of these extraordinary monuments built more than 4,500 years ago.
Panoramic Pyramids Viewpoint
Continue to the panoramic viewpoint for spectacular views of the three main pyramids together and enjoy time for memorable photographs of the Giza Plateau.
Great Sphinx & Valley Temple
Meet the iconic Great Sphinx and explore the nearby Valley Temple while your guide reveals their connection to the pyramid complex and the royal traditions of ancient Egypt.
Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum with your Egyptologist and discover its remarkable collection of ancient Egyptian masterpieces, monumental statues and royal treasures spanning thousands of years of history.
Lunch
Take a relaxing break for lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant before continuing to the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Coptic Cairo
Continue to historic Coptic Cairo. Depending on opening times and official access, visit important sites such as: Hanging Church Abu Serga Church Ben Ezra Synagogue St. Barbara Church Your guide will explain the history of Egypt's Christian communities and the importance of Old Cairo as a religious and cultural center.
Islamic Cairo
Continue into historic Islamic Cairo. Explore the architectural and cultural heritage of the area, including historic mosques, streets and monuments. Where appropriate, the itinerary can include Al-Muizz Street and selected historic sites according to opening times and official access.
Khan El Khalili
Finish the sightseeing portion of your day at Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Enjoy free time to: Explore the historic market Shop for souvenirs Photograph the traditional streets Experience the atmosphere of Old Cairo Stop for traditional tea or coffee if desired
Return to Your Hotel
After your Cairo adventure, relax during your private transfer back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
What's Included
Included
- Licensed Egyptologist Tour guide
- Entrance Fees Included
- Private Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
- Bottled Water
- Taxes & Service Charges
- Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Not Included
- Entry Inside the Great Pyramid or Other Pyramids
- Personal Expenses
- Anything not mentioned above
- Tips
- Drinks During Lunch
- airport pick up or drop of
Meeting & Pickup
- Pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Cairo.
- Your private Egyptologist and driver meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time.
- Door-to-door drop-off at the end of the tour.
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothing (shoulders covered for temples)
- A refillable water bottle
- Camera (photography permits payable on site where required)
Important Information
- Private tour — operated exclusively for your party.
- Confirmation is provided within a few hours of booking.
- Suitable for most travelers; please advise us of any mobility needs in advance.
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions without prior consultation.
- Some sites include stairs, uneven ground and limited shade.
- Photography rules vary by site; your guide will advise on the day.
Tour Policies
Children under 3 years: Free of charge Children from 3 to 5 years: 25% of the selected adult price Children from 6 to 11 years: 50% of the selected adult price Children aged 12 years and above: Adult price
Pay on the day of your tour. Cash and credit card accepted. No advance payment required — reserve now and pay on your tour date.
All prices are shown in USD. Prices may vary during peak travel periods including Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays.
FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking Cairo Highlights Private Tour: Pyramids, Sphinx, GEM, Coptic & Islamic Cairo.
You can book the tour directly from the website or you can contact us Email, or WhatsApp. If you wish for a tailor-made tour or edit anything on the tour contact us now and we will be happy to create an itinerary for you.
Yes — every Remoza tour is 100% private with your own guide, driver and vehicle.
Yes. Because this is a private experience, reasonable adjustments can be discussed with your guide according to opening hours, traffic and official site regulations.
The standard entrance fees listed under "Included" are included. Some special interiors or separately ticketed monuments may require an additional official ticket, which we will explain before purchase.
Yes. The private format makes it suitable for families and allows the pace to be adjusted according to the group.
We speak your language, so don't worry we know the importance of language in communication so all our tours are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, Chinese, and if there is any language required we will do our best to provide it to you.
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Tailor-Made
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