Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum Private Tour
by Mego Tours
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This private tour in Giza covers the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) over about 7 to 8 hours. It begins at the Giza Pyramids complex, where visitors see the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, along with the Pyramid of Khafre and the smaller Pyramid of Menkaure. The tour includes a three-hour visit to these monuments just outside Cairo. Next, the Great Sphinx is visited for about 30 minutes. This large limestone statue, with a lion’s body and a pharaoh’s head, is near the pyramids and dates back to around 2500 BCE. Finally, the tour continues to the Grand Egyptian Museum, located next to the pyramids. The museum holds over 100,000 artifacts, including the full collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures displayed together for the first time. The visit lasts about three hours and also features a large Ramses II statue, conservation laboratories, and galleries covering ancient Egyptian history up to the Greco-Roman period. The tour includes a private Egyptologist guide, air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and entry fees if selected. Lunch is included only on the all-inclusive option. Optional extras and tips are not included. The schedule allows some remaining time for travel between stops.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Pyramids Of Giza
This stop covers the famous Giza Pyramids, located just outside Cairo. The main monuments are the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World; the Pyramid of Khafre, which appears taller due to its higher position and is linked to the Great Sphinx; and the smallest major pyramid, Menkaure. Visitors spend about three hours exploring these ancient monuments.
180 min
Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx of Giza is a large limestone statue combining a lion’s body with a human head thought to represent Pharaoh Khafre. Built around 2500 BCE, it stands close to the pyramids and symbolizes guardianship. The statue has suffered erosion and sand damage over time. Visitors spend around 30 minutes at this site.
30 min
Grand Egyptian Museum
Located near the pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum is a modern facility housing over 100,000 ancient Egyptian artifacts. Its highlight is the full collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures, displayed together for the first time. The museum also features a giant statue of Ramses II, advanced conservation laboratories, and exhibits covering Egyptian history from prehistoric to Greco-Roman times. Visitors spend approximately three hours here.
180 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum Private Tour
by Mego Tours
Choose from 3 available options
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.$50Overview
This private tour in Giza covers the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) over about 7 to 8 hours. It begins at the Giza Pyramids complex, where visitors see the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, along with the Pyramid of Khafre and the smaller Pyramid of Menkaure. The tour includes a three-hour visit to these monuments just outside Cairo. Next, the Great Sphinx is visited for about 30 minutes. This large limestone statue, with a lion’s body and a pharaoh’s head, is near the pyramids and dates back to around 2500 BCE. Finally, the tour continues to the Grand Egyptian Museum, located next to the pyramids. The museum holds over 100,000 artifacts, including the full collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures displayed together for the first time. The visit lasts about three hours and also features a large Ramses II statue, conservation laboratories, and galleries covering ancient Egyptian history up to the Greco-Roman period. The tour includes a private Egyptologist guide, air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and entry fees if selected. Lunch is included only on the all-inclusive option. Optional extras and tips are not included. The schedule allows some remaining time for travel between stops.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Pyramids Of Giza
This stop covers the famous Giza Pyramids, located just outside Cairo. The main monuments are the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World; the Pyramid of Khafre, which appears taller due to its higher position and is linked to the Great Sphinx; and the smallest major pyramid, Menkaure. Visitors spend about three hours exploring these ancient monuments.
180 min
Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx of Giza is a large limestone statue combining a lion’s body with a human head thought to represent Pharaoh Khafre. Built around 2500 BCE, it stands close to the pyramids and symbolizes guardianship. The statue has suffered erosion and sand damage over time. Visitors spend around 30 minutes at this site.
30 min
Grand Egyptian Museum
Located near the pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum is a modern facility housing over 100,000 ancient Egyptian artifacts. Its highlight is the full collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures, displayed together for the first time. The museum also features a giant statue of Ramses II, advanced conservation laboratories, and exhibits covering Egyptian history from prehistoric to Greco-Roman times. Visitors spend approximately three hours here.
180 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.