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From Cairo: Giza Pyramids & Sphinx Half-Day Guided Tour with 1 Hour Felucca Ride on River Nile

Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx with a felucca on the River Nile, Cairo tour.
Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with a traditional felucca on the River Nile, Cairo, Egypt.
Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with felucca on the River Nile, Cairo tour experience.
Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with felucca on the River Nile, Cairo tour experience.

Duration

4 hrs - 5 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Transfers included

Hotel pickup

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Explore Giza's wonders with a private guide and transport, from the pyramids and Sphinx to the Valley Temple and a Nile felucca ride.

    • Experience a personalized adventure with a dedicated tour guide, allowing you to explore at your own pace and ask questions. Travel in comfort with private transportation provided.

    • Discover the legendary Giza Plateau (around 16,000 hectares), home to the iconic pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Learn about their fascinating construction and unique architectural features.

    • Step into history at the Valley Temple, where ancient rituals and ceremonies took place as part of the pharaoh’s journey to the afterlife.

    • Stand before the majestic Sphinx, a mythical guardian with a lion's body and a pharaoh's face, believed to be Khafre. Uncover the mysteries and theories surrounding its origins and purpose.

    • Enjoy a peaceful felucca ride along the Nile River, taking in stunning views of Cairo from the water while learning about the river’s essential role in Egyptian history and culture. Your tour guide will be with you throughout the experience.

    • Transportation facilities by modern air-conditioned minibus

    • Pickup and drop-off services at your hotel

    • Service of a licensed tour guide

    • 1-hour Felucca ride on the River Nile

    • All taxes and service charges

    • Entrance fees to Pyramids and Sphinx

    • Entrance to the Great Pyramid

    • Any additional expenses or services not mentioned in the package

    • Tipping (not mandatory)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Nanna Rosenfeldt

    Nanna

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

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    Nice guide and driver. Pyramids are amazing.
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    Stefan

    Dec, 2024Verified booking

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    We really liked Amaal as a tour guide. She was always friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. We would book a tour of Cairo with Amaal again and again. Thank you very much, dear Amaal.
  • Seamless pickup for a hassle-free start

    Our tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Cairo or Giza at your requested time, holding a sign with your name. From there, you'll be transferred in a private car to begin your adventure at the Pyramids of Giza.

    Explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx

    Start with the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three. Though its valley temple remains buried, traces of its grand structure have been found. Next, visit the Pyramid of Khafre, known for its well-preserved mortuary and valley temples. Finally, see the Pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest but historically significant, with a temple that was expanded during the 5th Dynasty.

    Get a close-up view of the Great Sphinx, the legendary guardian with the body of a lion and the head of King Khafre. Hear fascinating stories and theories about its origins from your expert guide.

    The perfect end to a lovely day

    Head to downtown Cairo for a relaxing felucca ride on the Nile. Enjoy the city skyline and learn about the river’s historical significance as you sail. After an unforgettable day, you'll be comfortably transferred back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza for a stress-free end to your journey.

  • What to bring

    • ID proof, preferably a passport (Copies are accepted)

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags and suitcases

    Additional information

    • The inside of the pyramids and the Felluca boat are not wheelchair accessible.

    • Infant seats are available at your request.

    • This tour is not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

    • Entry fees include basic area only.

    • There is no particular dress code for this tour. You can wear comfortable clothes.

    • For a camel ride, it's best to book online along with your ticket to avoid scammers at the location.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID while boarding

    • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification

    Hotel Transfers

    • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs

    • While booking, please provide the name of your hotel

    • For areas outside the coverage area (Cairo Airport, Mirage City, Nasir City, Heliopolis City, New Cairo, New Capital, Rehab City, Madinty, and 06th of October city), you can arrange for a pick-up at an additional cost of USD 10 per person

    • Alternatively, pickup can be arranged from Ramses Hilton Cairo for the following out of coverage areas: Mirage city, Heliopolis, Nasir city, Airport hotels, Rehab City, Madintiny, New Cairo, and New Capital hotels

    • If the out of coverage area is 06th of Oct city, the pickup point will be at Le Meridian Hotel

    • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure

    • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel

    • Your Headout host will be waiting for you here

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