Cairo and Pyramids Private Excursion from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay or Soma Bay
by Memnon Reisen
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€600Overview
Cairo is home to some of Egypt's most famous ancient landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum. This private excursion starts with a hotel pickup at 3:00 a.m. from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, or Soma Bay, followed by a drive of about 430 kilometers to Cairo in an air-conditioned vehicle. A short restaurant break takes place around 5:30 a.m. before continuing the journey. Arrival in Cairo is around 8:00 a.m., where the tour begins with a brief city drive through old Cairo to observe daily life. Next, the group visits the Egyptian Museum to see extensive collections spanning 7,000 years of Egyptian history and culture. Lunch is served at a local restaurant before the tour continues to Giza. At Giza, the visit includes the Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. The guide explains pyramid construction methods, their astronomical alignments, and other related topics during a three-hour stop at the pyramids. The Great Sphinx is explored for about one hour, focusing on its design, history, and symbolism. This full-day private tour lasts approximately 14 to 16 hours and includes all entrance fees, lunch, and the services of a licensed Egyptologist.
Highlights
What's included
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Itinerary
The Pyramids Of Giza
The visit to the Pyramids lasts three hours. The guide explains pyramid building techniques, the possible methods used by ancient builders, the connection between the pyramids' locations and astronomical constellations, and other unresolved questions about the pyramids.
180 min
Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx is a mythical statue with a lion's body and a human head, believed to have been built during Pharaoh Khafre's reign around 2558–2532 BC. It stands on the east side of Khafre's pyramid, facing west to east, symbolizing the sun god. The Sphinx has served as the guardian of the pyramids since its creation. The stop at the Sphinx lasts about one hour.
60 min
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
The Egyptian Museum holds artifacts representing 7000 years of civilization. It preserves the legacies of ancient Egyptian culture and their achievements. The garden of the museum allows visitors to sense the historical atmosphere before entering. Inside, the statues reflect the light of times past.
180 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Cairo and Pyramids Private Excursion from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay or Soma Bay
by Memnon Reisen
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€600Overview
Cairo is home to some of Egypt's most famous ancient landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum. This private excursion starts with a hotel pickup at 3:00 a.m. from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, or Soma Bay, followed by a drive of about 430 kilometers to Cairo in an air-conditioned vehicle. A short restaurant break takes place around 5:30 a.m. before continuing the journey. Arrival in Cairo is around 8:00 a.m., where the tour begins with a brief city drive through old Cairo to observe daily life. Next, the group visits the Egyptian Museum to see extensive collections spanning 7,000 years of Egyptian history and culture. Lunch is served at a local restaurant before the tour continues to Giza. At Giza, the visit includes the Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. The guide explains pyramid construction methods, their astronomical alignments, and other related topics during a three-hour stop at the pyramids. The Great Sphinx is explored for about one hour, focusing on its design, history, and symbolism. This full-day private tour lasts approximately 14 to 16 hours and includes all entrance fees, lunch, and the services of a licensed Egyptologist.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Pyramids Of Giza
The visit to the Pyramids lasts three hours. The guide explains pyramid building techniques, the possible methods used by ancient builders, the connection between the pyramids' locations and astronomical constellations, and other unresolved questions about the pyramids.
180 min
Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx is a mythical statue with a lion's body and a human head, believed to have been built during Pharaoh Khafre's reign around 2558–2532 BC. It stands on the east side of Khafre's pyramid, facing west to east, symbolizing the sun god. The Sphinx has served as the guardian of the pyramids since its creation. The stop at the Sphinx lasts about one hour.
60 min
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
The Egyptian Museum holds artifacts representing 7000 years of civilization. It preserves the legacies of ancient Egyptian culture and their achievements. The garden of the museum allows visitors to sense the historical atmosphere before entering. Inside, the statues reflect the light of times past.
180 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.