Pyramids and Sphinx Private Half Day Tour

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Discover the wonders of the Giza Plateau on a private half-day experience. Stand beside the Great Pyramid of Khufu, then continue to the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure while learning the story of each monument. Stop at the panoramic viewpoint to enjoy one of the best views of all three pyramids together and take memorable photos. Continue to the Great Sphinx, where you can see the famous lion-bodied monument up close, then visit the Valley Temple of Khafre and discover how it was connected to ancient Egyptian burial rituals. Enjoy enough time at each stop for sightseeing, photos, and explanations from your guide.

What's Included

Entrance fees are optional
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Licensed Egyptologist tour guide
Private air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available from all hotels in Cairo and Giza. Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Pickup and drop-off are included.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu)

    Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest and most famous pyramid in Giza. Your guide will explain its history, construction, and importance in ancient Egypt. Enjoy time for photos and views around the pyramid.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Khafre's Pyramid

    Explore the Pyramid of Khafre, easily recognized by the remaining limestone casing near its top. Learn about Pharaoh Khafre and the design of his pyramid complex.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Pyramid of Menkaure

    See the Pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest of the three main pyramids at Giza. Your guide will explain its history and its place within the Giza pyramid complex.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Panoramic View of the Pyramids

    Stop at the panoramic viewpoint for one of the best views of the three main pyramids together. This is a perfect location for memorable photos and wide views of the Giza Plateau.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Great Sphinx

    Visit the famous Great Sphinx, with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh. Learn about its history, meaning, and connection to the Pyramid of Khafre.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Valley Temple of Khafre

    Explore the Valley Temple of Khafre, built from massive limestone and granite blocks. Your guide will explain its role in the ancient Egyptian funerary complex and mummification rituals.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Elite Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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