Pickup
Your private Egyptologist and driver will meet you at your hotel, or agreed pickup location in Cairo or Giza. Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle to the Giza Plateau.
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Private Day Tour
Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx Half Day
Duration
Half Day · 4-5 hours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Pickup
Included
Availability
Daily
Languages
Multiple Languages
Tour Overview
Explore the Great Pyramids and Great Sphinx with your private Egyptologist on a flexible half-day Cairo experience.
Discover the legendary Giza Plateau on a private half-day tour designed for travelers who want to experience Egypt's most iconic monuments without spending a full day sightseeing. Meet your private Egyptologist and travel comfortably from your hotel or cruise to the Giza Plateau. Explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre and the Pyramid of Menkaure while learning about the pharaohs, ancient engineering and the history of the Giza necropolis.
Continue to the Great Sphinx and nearby Valley Temple, where your guide will explain the history and symbolism of these remarkable monuments. Your private vehicle, licensed Egyptologist, entrance fees, bottled water and door-to-door pickup and drop-off are included, giving you a comfortable and flexible way to discover Giza in just half a day.
Tour Highlights
- Great Pyramid of Khufu
- Pyramid of Khafre
- Pyramid of Menkaure
- Great Sphinx
- Valley Temple
- Giza Plateau panoramic viewpoints
- English Private licensed Egyptologist
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- entrance fees
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Flexible photo stops
Tour Itinerary
Giza Plateau
Begin your private sightseeing experience at the Giza Plateau, home to the three famous pyramids and the Great Sphinx. Your Egyptologist will introduce you to the history of the Giza necropolis and explain how these monumental structures were built and used.
Great Pyramid of Khufu
Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three main pyramids and one of the world's most recognizable ancient monuments. Learn about Pharaoh Khufu, the purpose of the pyramid and the engineering techniques used by the ancient Egyptians. Entry inside the Great Pyramid is optional and requires a separate ticket.
Pyramid of Khafre
Continue to the Pyramid of Khafre, recognizable for its impressive height and remaining casing stones near the top. Your guide will explain its connection to the wider Giza complex.
Pyramid of Menkaure
Visit the Pyramid of Menkaure and learn how the smallest of Giza's three principal pyramids formed part of the royal burial complex.
Panoramic Viewpoint
Stop at a panoramic viewpoint for photographs of the Giza pyramids together. Your guide will help you find the best viewpoints for photos while keeping the itinerary comfortable and flexible.
Great Sphinx
Continue to the Great Sphinx, the iconic monument with the body of a lion and the head traditionally associated with Pharaoh Khafre. Learn about the monument's history, symbolism and place within the Giza complex.
Valley Temple
Visit the Valley Temple area near the Sphinx and discover its connection to the ancient royal funerary complex.
Return
After completing your Giza visit, your private driver will take you back to your hotel, Nile cruise dock or agreed drop-off location.
What's Included
Included
- English Licensed Egyptologist Guide
- Entrance Fees Included
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
- Giza Plateau access
- Great Sphinx and Valley Temple access
- Private Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Bottled Water
- Taxes & Service Charges
Not Included
- Entry inside the Great Pyramid
- Personal Expenses
- Tips
- Food and drinks other than bottled water
- Optional activities
- Camel or horse rides
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 Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx Half Day.
Yes. The tour is exclusively for your party with your own Egyptologist, driver and private air-conditioned vehicle.
Yes. The tour covers the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre and Pyramid of Menkaure.
Yes. The Great Sphinx and Valley Temple are included in the itinerary and entrance fees.
Yes, if tickets are available. Entry inside the Great Pyramid is optional and requires a separate ticket.
Yes — door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your hotel is included.
No advance payment is required. Pay on the day of your tour.
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