Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Inside Third Pyramid and Meresankh Tomb Private 6.5-Hour Tour
by Go Discovery Travel
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This private tour in Cairo lasts about 6 and a half hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off by modern vehicles. You meet a qualified Egyptologist guide at 9:00 am who drives you to the Giza Plateau to start with the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the only surviving ancient wonder. Then you visit the pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus, along with the smaller Queens' pyramids. You spend around two hours exploring these pyramids, including a 30-minute camel ride on the plateau. The tour includes entrance to the Queen’s pyramids and the option to enter inside the third pyramid of Giza. Next, you visit the Valley Temple beside the Sphinx, a statue carved from a large rock featuring a lion’s body and a human face. After exploring the temple and the Sphinx, you head to the Tomb of Meresankh III, an Old Kingdom tomb known for its well-preserved wall reliefs, vivid original colors, and carved burial chamber. Lunch is provided at a restaurant during the day. Throughout the tour, the Egyptologist guide offers detailed explanations of the sites. The tour ends with transportation back to the hotel. Gratuities are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Giza Pyramids Plateau
The tour starts at 9:00 am with a private Egyptologist guide and modern vehicle. You visit the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the only remaining ancient wonder, followed by the pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus and the small Queens' pyramids. You also get a panoramic view of the Giza Plateau. This stop includes a 30-minute camel ride.
120 min
Queens' Pyramids
See the small pyramids built for Queens.
30 min
Camel Ride and Photo Opportunity
Spend time taking photos while riding a camel around the Giza Plateau for about 30 minutes.
30 min
Valley Temple and Sphinx
Visit the Valley Temple located next to the Sphinx, a large rock statue with a lion’s body and human face. Explore both the temple and the statue before heading back to the hotel.
60 min
Great Pyramids Front
Stand in front of the Great Pyramids of Giza and see them.
60 min
Inside Third Pyramid
Enter inside the third pyramid.
60 min
Meresankh III Tomb
Visit the tomb of Meresankh III, a well-preserved Old Kingdom tomb from the 4th Dynasty. See exceptionally well-preserved wall reliefs showing Princess Meresankh III with elegant facial features and fine artistic detail. View daily life scenes depicting offerings, agriculture, craftsmen, servants, and family members—offering a rare glimpse into elite life over 4,500 years ago. Observe vivid original colors that have survived remarkably, making this tomb stand out among Giza’s mastabas. Read hieroglyphic inscriptions detailing titles, family lineage, and religious beliefs of the Old Kingdom. Explore the burial chamber where the princess was originally laid to rest, carved directly into the bedrock. This stop lasts about 30 minutes.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Inside Third Pyramid and Meresankh Tomb Private 6.5-Hour Tour
by Go Discovery Travel
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.£8Overview
This private tour in Cairo lasts about 6 and a half hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off by modern vehicles. You meet a qualified Egyptologist guide at 9:00 am who drives you to the Giza Plateau to start with the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the only surviving ancient wonder. Then you visit the pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus, along with the smaller Queens' pyramids. You spend around two hours exploring these pyramids, including a 30-minute camel ride on the plateau. The tour includes entrance to the Queen’s pyramids and the option to enter inside the third pyramid of Giza. Next, you visit the Valley Temple beside the Sphinx, a statue carved from a large rock featuring a lion’s body and a human face. After exploring the temple and the Sphinx, you head to the Tomb of Meresankh III, an Old Kingdom tomb known for its well-preserved wall reliefs, vivid original colors, and carved burial chamber. Lunch is provided at a restaurant during the day. Throughout the tour, the Egyptologist guide offers detailed explanations of the sites. The tour ends with transportation back to the hotel. Gratuities are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Giza Pyramids Plateau
The tour starts at 9:00 am with a private Egyptologist guide and modern vehicle. You visit the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the only remaining ancient wonder, followed by the pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus and the small Queens' pyramids. You also get a panoramic view of the Giza Plateau. This stop includes a 30-minute camel ride.
120 min
Queens' Pyramids
See the small pyramids built for Queens.
30 min
Camel Ride and Photo Opportunity
Spend time taking photos while riding a camel around the Giza Plateau for about 30 minutes.
30 min
Valley Temple and Sphinx
Visit the Valley Temple located next to the Sphinx, a large rock statue with a lion’s body and human face. Explore both the temple and the statue before heading back to the hotel.
60 min
Great Pyramids Front
Stand in front of the Great Pyramids of Giza and see them.
60 min
Inside Third Pyramid
Enter inside the third pyramid.
60 min
Meresankh III Tomb
Visit the tomb of Meresankh III, a well-preserved Old Kingdom tomb from the 4th Dynasty. See exceptionally well-preserved wall reliefs showing Princess Meresankh III with elegant facial features and fine artistic detail. View daily life scenes depicting offerings, agriculture, craftsmen, servants, and family members—offering a rare glimpse into elite life over 4,500 years ago. Observe vivid original colors that have survived remarkably, making this tomb stand out among Giza’s mastabas. Read hieroglyphic inscriptions detailing titles, family lineage, and religious beliefs of the Old Kingdom. Explore the burial chamber where the princess was originally laid to rest, carved directly into the bedrock. This stop lasts about 30 minutes.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.