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From Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Saqqara & Memphis Tour

1. From Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Saqqara & Memphis Tour

Embark on a tour of Giza from Cairo or Giza in an air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy commentary from your guide as you visit ancient wonders, including the Great Sphinx, the Giza Pyramids, and Valley Temple followed by lunch and some shopping. Be picked up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, Egypt's oldest existing colossal stone building (2630 BC) built for King Djoser. Next visit Memphis, the first capital after Upper and Lower Egypt's unification in 3100 BC, and witness the Colossal Statue of Ramesses II. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus. Next, see the Great Sphinx, a limestone statue of the mythical creature with a Pharoah's head and lion's body. Explore the Valley Temple, a funerary complex with a mortuary temple and the Pyramids of Chefren.  There will be free shopping time to enjoy the experience on your own, discussing the price directly with the vendors. After, return to your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.

Hurghada: Cairo and Giza Highlights Tour with BBQ Lunch

2. Hurghada: Cairo and Giza Highlights Tour with BBQ Lunch

Discover the “City of a Thousand Minarets” on a full-day tour of Cairo, with round-trip transfers by bus from Hurghada. Relax in air-conditioned comfort on the long journey from Hurghada, admiring views of the Gulf of Suez. You will be accompanied by a transfer guide who will accompany you on the journey until you meet your Egyptologist guide. Upon arrival, your private Egyptologist guide will meet you and take you to Giza Plateau to see the oldest of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. Get breathtaking views of the Pyramids of Giza as you explore the mortuary temples of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Learn the story of how the temples were constructed and hear the stories behind their legends. Continue to the Great Sphinx, the giant statue of a reclining mythical beast with a lion’s body and the face of the Pharaoh Khafre. Go to the Valley Temple opposite, attributed to the Pharaoh Khafre, and marvel at the feat of ancient engineering. Next, take a 30-minute break for lunch at a local restaurant. Then, drive into central Cairo to discover the artifacts at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square with fast-track entry. You can also choose to add a Nile River cruise and a camel ride to your tour when booking. Designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the museum’s collections exceed 120,000 masterpieces from the pre-dynastic to the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods. Learn about the mummification art of Ancient Egypt before your return transfer to Hurghada. After visiting all the attractions, enjoy a shopping stop before beginning the journey back to Hurghada.

Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

3. Hurghada: Full-Day Trip to Cairo by Plane

Embark on a full-day guided tour of Cairo from Hurghada. Travel by plane and visit the pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Enjoy a restaurant lunch and explore the treasures of the Egyptian Museum. Upon arrival in Cairo you will be greeted by an Egyptologist who will accompany you throughout the tour. The tour starts in Giza, where you can marvel at the famous and impressive pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, as well as the world-renowned Sphinx.  The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple. After a break for a delicious lunch, the tour continues on to the Egyptian Museum. Here you can admire the treasures of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun with more than 120,000 masterpieces of Egyptian art and artifacts. In the afternoon you can enjoy shopping at the Khan el-Khalili market. At the end of the tour you’ll be transferred to the airport in Cairo to catch the flight back to Hurghada, followed by a direct transfer to your hotel.

Best Tour to Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, Sakkara & Dahshur

4. Best Tour to Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, Sakkara & Dahshur

At 07:00 am your private tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza, and escort you to the south to start your day tour visiting the Red Pyramid Then visit to Bent Pyramid at Dahshur, Dahshur is a famous royal necropoils in Egypt holds many famous Pyramids includes the red and bent Pyraimds of king snefru. The site is about 40 km from Cairo, Move on to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world’s oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant, Moving on to enjoy an excursion to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Continue on to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion’s body, which dates back to the time of Chephren , the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. Later you will be transferred Back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Cairo: Pyramids, Sakkara & Memphis Private Tour with Lunch

5. Cairo: Pyramids, Sakkara & Memphis Private Tour with Lunch

Embark on a full-day tour to the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Memphis, and Sakkara from Cairo. Learn about the treasures of the ancient world with your guide and enjoy a delicious lunch. Start your tour by visiting the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos. The highlight of this section is getting close up to the Sphinx - the legendary guardian with a lion’s body and the head of King Chephren. Admire the impressive statue and get your photo taken beside it. You will then visit Sakkara, a 27 km journey away from Cairo. The highlight of this section is the Step Pyramid. Built for King Zoser, it is considered an important part of the process of the pyramid evolution. Finally, you'll head over to Memphis. Not the home of Elvis, of course, but the ancient capital of Egypt!

From Cairo: Half-Day Tour to Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

6. From Cairo: Half-Day Tour to Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

See the Pyramids of Giza, the largest surviving monuments of the ancient world, and the Sphinx on a half-day tour. Start this thrilling experience as an Egyptologist tour guide picks you up in a comfortable air-conditioned car from your Cairo/ Giza hotel. Listen as the Egyptologist will narrate information about the pyramids on your way to the pyramids, including facts, myths, and more. Marvel at the view of the pyramids of Giza, which includes three pyramid complexes and a Sphinx, is a visual treat. Admire the largest among the three Pyramids of Giza, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, a must-see attraction for history enthusiasts and wanderlusts alike. Take a walk around the pyramid, and feel lucky to witness the panoramic views of the Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure, the three important pyramids in the Giza complex. Reward yourself with the inside views of the great pyramid if you choose the option when booking. Feel as though you are traveling back in time while you traverse inside the pyramid. Roam around, and make sure to capture all the memories in your camera as these pyramids make for excellent photographic backdrops. Enjoy a chance to visit the famous Sphinx of Giza. Take in views of the fabled sculpture that is composed of half a lion and half a pharaoh and was carved out of a single piece is a must-see attraction while in Egypt. With a heart full of memories collected in half a day, you’ll be dropped back at your hotel at the end of the day.

Cairo: Female-Guided Pyramids, Bazaar, and Museum Tour

7. Cairo: Female-Guided Pyramids, Bazaar, and Museum Tour

Explore the best wonders of Ancient Egypt on this fully-guided tour with a female guide. Start the tour with pickup from your hotel or selected location in Cairo or Giza. Meet your local Egyptologist guide who will share her knowledge, provide assistance, and make you feel comfortable throughout the day.  Start your tour at one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Pyramids. Gaze in awe at the magnificent Pyramids of Cheops, Mycerinus, and Chephren. Then, stop for a photo at the Great Sphinx.  If the option is selected, visit inside the Great Pyramid before visiting the Valley Temple. Afterward, stop for a traditional Egyptian lunch. Next, visit the Egyptian Museum where you can explore the vast collection of 250,000 ancient artifacts that date back about 5000 years. If you wish (and at your own cost), feel free to explore King Tutankhamun's Room, which holds a number of precious jewels and gold excavated from the tomb in 1920.  Continue to the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar and soak up the atmosphere of the old city. Take a walk through this well-known market and marvel at the unique variety of souvenirs, antiques, and jewelry for sale. Finally, end the tour with a transfer back to your preferred location in Cairo.

Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum Tour

8. Hurghada: Cairo Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum Tour

Embark on a full-day tour from Hurghada to Cairo and explore the ancient wonders of this remarkable city. You will be picked up from your hotel and transported in comfort to Cairo, where you will board a domestic flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, your expert guide will meet you at the airport and take you on an unforgettable journey through Cairo's most famous landmarks. First, you'll visit the world-famous Egyptian Museum, home to an incredible collection of artifacts and treasures from Ancient Egypt. Your expert guide will take you on a tour of the museum, highlighting the most significant exhibits, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. you'll head to a local restaurant for a delicious lunch of authentic Egyptian cuisine. After This you'll visit the Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Marvel at the sheer size and impressive engineering of these incredible structures, built over 4,500 years ago. Explore the surrounding area and learn about the fascinating history and myths associated with these world-renowned monuments. You'll also have the opportunity to take a camel ride around the pyramids for a truly authentic experience. Next, you'll visit the Sphinx, a half-human, half-lion statue that has been guarding the pyramids for centuries. Learn about the mythology and legends surrounding this iconic statue and take stunning photos to capture this momentous occasion. After exploring the Pyramids and Sphinx. Finally, you'll have some free time to explore the vibrant Papyrus Shop, you can shop for souvenirs and experience the hustle and bustle of traditional Cairo. At the end of the day, you'll be transferred back t to Hurghada and dropped off at your hotel.

From Sharm El Sheikh: Cairo Full Day Tour by Plane

9. From Sharm El Sheikh: Cairo Full Day Tour by Plane

Tick off some of Cairo’s most celebrated attractions on this guided trip from Sharm El Sheikh. With round-trip hotel transfers and flights, skip the hassle of planning and focus on enjoying the sights.  View the Pyramid of Giza and Valley Temple. Devote the afternoon to the Egyptian Museum and Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Meet the tour representative at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh for a transfer to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Catch a flight to Cairo and be greeted by another representative at the Cairo Airport. Follow your Egyptologist guide to the great pyramid of Giza (if add-on selected), the only existing wonder of the 7 wonders of the ancient world. At the Giza plateau, see the great pyramid of Khufu, known as Cheops, and also the pyramid of Chefren, the pyramid of Mykerinus, the valley temple of Khefren, and the iconic Great Sphinx. This amazing complex of structures dates back to almost 5,000 years ago. From there, be taken to the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, which houses around 150,000 artifacts that date thousands of years to ancient Egyptian civilization. This is considered the largest and most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Take your chance to admire the incredible treasures of the boy-king Tutankhamun. After the museum, have the chance to wander in the oldest bazaar in the middle east, the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can feel the atmosphere of living in Islamic Cairo hundreds of years ago. The bazaar dates back to 1382, A.D., and is just one of the fascinating places we will see, giving you a real taste of the ancient city of Cairo. At the end of the day, be transferred to Cairo Airport for a flight back to Sharm El Sheikh.

Cairo: Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids with Transfers

10. Cairo: Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids with Transfers

A representative from Sun Pyramids Tours will bring you up from your hotel so you can see the Giza Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus Sound and Light Show. Learn about the fascinating past of the ancient Egyptians. The first episode of the programme tells the tale of the Sphinx, who has been watching over the city of the dead for 5,000 years. The programme also tells the tale of how the pyramids were constructed and relates the lives of important historical personalities from ancient Egypt, including Thutmosis IV, Akhnaten, Nefertiti, and Tut Ankh Amon. to your hotel once more.

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My daughter and I had an excellent day with our guide, Abdelrahman Samy and our driver, Ibrahim Tantawy from Sun Pyramids Tours. I booked the tour on short notice at 2:30am and they were at the hotel lobby at 8:30am to pick us up. The driver handled the hectic streets of Cairo like a pro, which went a long way to making us comfortable. They took us to the regular scheduled locations for our Coptic Cairo tour and a felucca ride on the Nile. They were also happy to take us to a couple of other church locations which I personally requested. Included with the tour was a meal which we thoroughly enjoyed, at Bonne Soirée Restaurant.(Just the food was included but I was happy to pay for the coke & coffees.) At the end of the day they returned my daughter and I safely to our hotel. I wish we had more time for another guided tour with these 2 gentlemen. If in Cairo and you need help planning a tour contact Sun Pyramids Tours I’m sure you won’t be disappointed. Sincerely, Peter MacLean Canada

We had a very good trip with our guide. The guide gave us good information before we went to the pyramids and also helped us throughout by taking us to the right places, asked the right ppl to take pics or do the camel ride etc. At the end also took us to a food place that matched what we wanted. He also helped us get to the airport on time with the driver. The driver was very polite and professional as well and we are very happy with the whole trip. Our guide - Ahmed zaki Our driver - mohamed mowafi

Our guide Salib was very knowledgable and gave clear and interesting explanations. The ATV drive around the pyramids at the end was awesome. (in the road to the site, your drive alongside horses and camels, which is animal unfriendly) Lunch was not included, and we were guided to a certainly good, but also a bit tourist-trappy restaurant.

Fantastic experience made all the better by our brilliant guide Osama and our driver Adel. We can't thank them enough for making our tour a wounderful day. Osama is so knowledgeable, bringing all the history alive. Osama and Adel both so nice and kind. Would very much recommend to anyone.

Photographer was the best. He is truly a talent. If your in Egypt get Adham Doma