Cairo: Pyramids of Giza and The Sphinx Half-Day Guided Tour
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Discover the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx on a half-day Cairo tour. Choose a budget-friendly shared group or a private experience with an expert Egyptologist to uncover their secrets.
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Marian
Germany · Oct 2026
An unforgettable experience! Our private guide, who was assigned to us through the agency, was exceptional: highly educated, extremely knowledgeable in his field, and with excellent German language skills. Thanks to his combination of in-depth knowledge, passion and humor, the visit to the pyramids became a fascinating and entertaining journey into the past. Days later, we are still thrilled and grateful to have had this experience in such a special way. An absolute heartfelt recommendation – five stars, but ten would actually be more appropriate!
Original language: German
Günter
Austria · Oct 2026
Ms. Fatma Hafez is an excellent tour guide. She explained everything to us very well and answered all our questions. She was very considerate and also offered us various things to do. Thank you again for the wonderful time.
Original language: German
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- Small-Group Half-Day Tour to Pyramids of Giza and The SphinxSpecial offer −15%From
$62$52.70
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours before — full refund
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Book with no upfront payment (cash option)
Duration
4 hours
Live guide
English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Pickup
Pick-up from your hotel in the pickup area shown on the map. Pickup from locations outside the area may be available for an additional fee.
About this tour
Discover the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx on a half-day Cairo tour. Choose a budget-friendly shared group or a private experience with an expert Egyptologist to uncover their secrets.
Step back in time and experience the glory of Ancient Egypt with Tourinzo. Begin your day with a comfortable, air-conditioned pickup from your hotel, setting off toward the legendary Giza Plateau. Accompanied by an expert Egyptologist guide, you'll embark on a captivating adventure through a UNESCO World Heritage site that has stood for over 4,500 years.
Beat the crowds with included skip-the-line entrance tickets, giving you more time to stand in awe of the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus. Listen as your guide unravels the mysteries of their construction and the powerful pharaohs who built these colossal structures. You can even reward yourself with the rare opportunity to journey inside the Great Pyramid by selecting the option during booking, a truly once-in-a-lifetime thrill. Feel the scale of the monuments at the panoramic viewpoint, the perfect spot to capture all three pyramids in one frame.
Continue your journey down the plateau to the Valley Temple, a stunning example of ancient Egyptian architecture and the historic site of the mummification process. Guarding this sacred complex is the Great Sphinx, the mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. Discover the secrets hidden within its weathered stone.
Tailor this experience to your exact needs: join a budget-friendly, small-group tour to meet fellow travelers while maintaining a personalized feel, or upgrade to a completely private tour for maximum exclusivity. After a morning of historical discovery, relax on your smooth, air-conditioned transfer back to your hotel.
Why travelers love this
- Skip the ticket line
- Beat the crowds with included skip-the-line entrance tickets to the Giza Plateau
- Discover the rich history of the pharaohs with an expert Egyptologist guide
- Stand face-to-face with the Sphinx and explore the Valley Temple
- Choose a budget-friendly small-group tour or a private experience
- Marvel at all 3 pyramids from the panoramic viewpoint for perfect photos
Highlights
- Beat the crowds with included skip-the-line entrance tickets to the Giza Plateau
- Discover the rich history of the pharaohs with an expert Egyptologist guide
- Stand face-to-face with the Sphinx and explore the Valley Temple
- Choose a budget-friendly small-group tour or a private experience
- Marvel at all 3 pyramids from the panoramic viewpoint for perfect photos
Itinerary
Pickup – Cairo
Hotel pickup
- 1
Pyramids of Giza
2 hours
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk
- 2
Sphinx
30 minutes
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk
- 3
Valley Temple of Khafre
15 minutes
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk
Return to Cairo
Drop-off at your hotel
What's included
- Included
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Egyptologist guide
- General admission tickets to the Pyramids and Sphinx area
- Small-group or private tour (based on selection)
- Parking
- Not included
- Entry inside Great Pyramid (available as an add-on)
- Camel ride (available as an add-on)
- Tips (not mandatory)
Good to know
What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
- Drones
- Alcohol and drugs
- Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
Know before you go
- Payment Policy: Following Egyptian Government rules, additional onsite tickets must be bought with a credit/debit card, as cash is not accepted at gates. If these weren't booked as an add-on, please have your card ready
- Cash Advice: For convenience, carry a small amount of local currency for personal expenses or minor onsite purchases
- Travel Insurance: We highly recommend having personal travel insurance for the duration of your trip
- Tour Duration: Total duration is approximate and includes pickup/drop-off. This may be extended depending on any selected add-ons
- Last-Minute Bookings: For bookings made within 24 hours of departure, your pickup time may be adjusted. Our team will contact you to confirm the final time
- Communication: Please provide a WhatsApp-connected phone number during booking for smooth coordination with our team
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts — 100% refund.
After that and until 24 hours before: 50% refund.
Less than 24 hours before the start or no-show: no refund.
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What travelers say
4.6
Based on 119 verified reviews
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Marian
Germany · Oct 2026
An unforgettable experience! Our private guide, who was assigned to us through the agency, was exceptional: highly educated, extremely knowledgeable in his field, and with excellent German language skills. Thanks to his combination of in-depth knowledge, passion and humor, the visit to the pyramids became a fascinating and entertaining journey into the past. Days later, we are still thrilled and grateful to have had this experience in such a special way. An absolute heartfelt recommendation – five stars, but ten would actually be more appropriate!
Original language: German
Günter
Austria · Oct 2026
Ms. Fatma Hafez is an excellent tour guide. She explained everything to us very well and answered all our questions. She was very considerate and also offered us various things to do. Thank you again for the wonderful time.
Original language: German
Alessio
Italy · Sep 2026
We had a truly fantastic experience! Our guide, Abdul, was excellent, knowledgeable, and always available: he accompanied us on our exploration of Sakkara and the Pyramids area, explaining everything to us with great professionalism and passion. And of course, we couldn't miss the legendary camel ride, complete with the obligatory photos! Everything was truly perfect, thanks also to the excellent driver Omadi, who, together with Abdul, was able to respect our schedule and all our requests, making us feel comfortable at all times. Highly recommended! If you are looking for a knowledgeable, friendly guide and a perfectly organized experience, put your trust in them!
Original language: Italian
Response from Tourinzo· Sep 2026
Dear Alessio, thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are happy that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to continue offering authentic and unforgettable experiences in Egypt. We hope to welcome you soon on a new adventure! Kind regards, The Tourinzo Team.
Federico
Italy · Aug 2026
Excellent excursion. Excellent tour guide. Nabil is unique; he is an extraordinary person. Thank you so much, Saladino! ♥️
Original language: Italian
Response from Tourinzo· Aug 2026
Dear Federico, thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are happy that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to continue offering authentic and unforgettable experiences in Egypt. We hope to welcome you soon on a new adventure! Best regards, the Tourinzo Team.
Brémaud
France · Aug 2026
The driver drives like a pro; everything went well with him. With the live guide, we got answers to our questions, and he was very interesting. Thank you to him!
Original language: French
Response from Tourinzo· Aug 2026
Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your excellent review! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Your kind words motivate us to continue offering authentic and memorable trips to Egypt. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again very soon! Best regards, The Tourinzo Team.
SIMO
France · Aug 2026
Thanks to our live guide, Mohamed Gaber, for this tour. Good explanations, attentive, very knowledgeable about Egypt and its history. We are happy to have taken this tour, which was very rich in discoveries. I recommend it.
Original language: French
Response from Tourinzo· Aug 2026
Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your excellent review! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Your kind words motivate us to continue offering authentic and memorable trips to Egypt. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again very soon! Best regards, The Tourinzo Team.
Martin
Germany · Jul 2026
A super friendly, courteous, and committed guide who takes her time.
Original language: German
Response from Tourinzo· Jul 2026
Dear customer, thank you very much for the wonderful review! We are very happy that you had a great experience with Tourinzo. Our team works hard to create unforgettable, authentic trips to Egypt – your words mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back on an adventure soon! Best regards, Your TourinzoTours Team.
Andrea
Italy · Jul 2026
A fantastic experience thanks to our guide Abdoul. We learned a lot about the pyramids and about Egypt in general. We would always like to have an Abdoul in our pocket so we could ask him anything! Thank you, Abdoul!!!
Original language: Italian
Response from Tourinzo· Jul 2026
Dear Andrea, thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are happy that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to continue offering authentic and unforgettable experiences in Egypt. We hope to welcome you soon on a new adventure! Kind regards, the Tourinzo Team
Arianna
Italy · Jun 2026
Excellent, well-organized tour and a very knowledgeable and helpful guide! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Original language: Italian
Response from Tourinzo· Jun 2026
Dear Arianna, thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are happy that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to continue offering authentic and unforgettable experiences in Egypt. We hope to welcome you soon on a new adventure! Kind regards, the Tourinzo Team.
Traveller
Germany · Jun 2026
The tour was very good. We had enough time to see everything. Everything was explained to us in great detail, and any questions we had were answered. Thank you for the great day.
Original language: German
Response from Tourinzo· Jun 2026
Dear Guest, Thank you for your great review! We are very pleased that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Our team always does its best to create unforgettable experiences in Egypt. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Tourinzo Team
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