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From Cairo: Half-Day Giza Pyramids & Sphinx Guided Tour with Nile Felucca Ride & Hotel Transfers

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4.0(776)

Overview

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

Highlights

  • 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.

Inclusions

  • Round-trip hotel transfers in A/C vehicle
  • Multilingual guides available in English, Arabic, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese.
  • 1-hour Felucca ride on the River Nile
  • All taxes and service charges

Exclusions

  • Entry inside the Giza Complex (unless option selected)
  • Tips

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

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.

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