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Private Day Tour

Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum Private Tour

Duration
Full Day · 7-8 hrs.
Tour Type
Private Tour
Pickup
Included
Availability
Daily
Languages
Multiple Languages

Tour Overview

Explore the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum with your private Egyptologist guide.

Discover the highlights of ancient Egypt on one carefully planned private Cairo tour combining the legendary Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum. Begin at the Giza Plateau with your private Egyptologist and explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure and the iconic Great Sphinx. Learn about the pharaohs, ancient engineering and the history behind one of the world's most famous archaeological sites.

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), where you can explore an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, monumental statues and royal treasures. Your Egyptologist will introduce the museum's key highlights while giving you time to enjoy the galleries at your own pace. With private transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, lunch and a flexible itinerary included, this experience is designed for travelers who want to discover Cairo's most famous ancient attractions comfortably and privately.

Tour Highlights

  • Great Pyramid of Khufu
  • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
  • Pyramid of Menkaure
  • Pyramid of Khafre
  • Great Sphinx
  • Valley Temple
  • Licensed English-Speaking Egyptologist Guide
  • Entrance Fees
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Giza Plateau panoramic viewpoint
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off
  • Flexible photo stops

Tour Itinerary

Private Pickup from Cairo or Giza

Your private Egyptologist and professional driver will meet you at your hotel in Cairo or Giza at the confirmed pickup time. Travel comfortably to the Giza Plateau in a modern, private air-conditioned vehicle while your guide introduces you to the history and highlights of your day.

Giza Plateau

Begin your sightseeing at the Giza Plateau, home to the three famous pyramids and the Great Sphinx. Your Egyptologist will explain the history, purpose and construction of these monumental structures and the civilization that created them more than 4,500 years ago. Your Egyptologist guide will take you through the history of the pyramids, explaining how these incredible monuments were built over 4,500 years ago, the purpose behind their construction, and the remarkable engineering techniques that continue to amaze historians today.

Great Pyramid of Khufu

Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three main pyramids and the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Learn about Pharaoh Khufu, the pyramid's construction and the theories surrounding its design. Entry inside the Great Pyramid is optional and requires an additional ticket, subject to availability.

Pyramid of Khafre & Pyramid of Menkaure

Continue to the Pyramid of Khafre and Pyramid of Menkaure. Your guide will explain the differences between the three pyramids and the role each played within the ancient royal necropolis. Your guide will explain the differences between the three pyramids, their construction methods and the legacy of the kings who commissioned them.

Panoramic Viewpoint

Stop at the famous panoramic viewpoint where all three pyramids can be seen together. This is the perfect location for unforgettable photographs, and your guide will be happy to help you capture memorable pictures while sharing interesting stories about the ancient necropolis.

Great Sphinx & Valley Temple

Continue to the Great Sphinx, one of Egypt's most recognizable monuments. Discover the mystery surrounding its construction, symbolism and historical significance before visiting the nearby Valley Temple, where ancient purification and mummification rituals were once performed as part of the royal burial process.

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, with time to relax and recharge before continuing your private Cairo sightseeing experience.

Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

Discover Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), one of Egypt's most important cultural attractions. Explore its galleries, monumental statues and remarkable collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts with an introduction from your Egyptologist. After the guided introduction, enjoy free time to explore selected areas, take photographs where permitted and visit the museum's shops or cafés if you wish.

Return to Your Hotel

At the end of your sightseeing, your private driver will take you back to your hotel or agreed drop-off location in Cairo or Giza.

What's Included

Included

  • Licensed Egyptologist Tour guide
  • Entrance Fees
  • Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
  • Private Air-conditioned Vehicle
  • Grand Egyptian Museum entrance ticket
  • Giza Plateau and Sphinx entrance
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Bottled Water
  • Taxes & Service Charges

Not Included

  • Entry Inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu
  • Personal Expenses
  • The drinks during lunch
  • Tips
  • Anything not mentioned above
  • Optional activities

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 Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum Private Tour.

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. The tour is exclusively for your party with a private Egyptologist, private driver and private air-conditioned vehicle

Yes. The listed Grand Egyptian Museum entrance ticket is included in the tour price.

Yes. The entrance fees for the included sites are covered in the tour price. Entry inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu is optional and is not included. The additional ticket costs EGP 1,500 per person average (30$) per person and can be arranged upon request, subject to availability on the day of the tour.

Yes — door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your hotel or cruise is included.

No advance payment is required. Pay on the day of your tour.

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