Private Giza Pyramids & Sphinx Day Tour with Lunch from Cairo

Overview

Experience the marvels of ancient civilization on our Giza Pyramids and Sphinx Day Tour including Lunch from Cairo. Unravel the secrets of the world's oldest monumental structures, crafted by the hands of ancient Egyptians. View the breath-taking sight of the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the timeless testament to ancient ingenuity, and behold the mystical Sphinx, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. The tour concludes with a delicious lunch in Cairo featuring local cuisine. Plan your journey into history now and experience a day filled with magnificent views and intriguing tales of the past.

Itinerary

1. Nécropole de Gizeh

   Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour . The Giza pyramid complex, also called the Giza Necropolis, is the site on the Giza Plateau in Greater Cairo, Egypt that includes the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx of Giza. All were built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. The site also includes several cemeteries and the remains of a workers' village. The site is at the edges of the Western Desert, approximately 9 km (5 mi) west of the Nile River in the city of Giza, and about 13 km (8 mi) southwest of the city centre of Cairo. The Great Pyramid and the Pyramid of Khafre are the largest pyramids built in ancient Egypt, and they have historically been common as emblems of ancient Egypt in the Western imagination.

   · 1 h· Admission not included

2. Grande pyramide de Khéops

   Khufu's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman; diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been found but the site has not been excavated.[4][5] The valley temple was connected to a causeway which was largely destroyed when the village was constructed.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

3. Pyramid of Menkaure

   Menkaure's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king's pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple

   · 30 min· Admission not included

4. Pyramid of Khafre

   Khafre's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king's pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

5. Sphinx

   The Great Sphinx lies on the east side of the complex. Current consensus among Egyptologists is that the head of the Great Sphinx is that of Khafre. Along with these major monuments are a number of smaller satellite edifices, known as "queens" pyramids, causeways and valley pyramids . Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo or Giza

   · 30 min· Admission not included

6. Plateau de Gizeh

   The Giza Plateau is a limestone plateau in Giza, Egypt, the site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza pyramid complex, which includes the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers' village and an industrial complex. It forms the northernmost part of the 16,000 ha Pyramid Fields in the Western Desert edge of the Nile Valley that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Memphis and its Necropolis. The plateau is elevated approximately 60 meters above sea-level.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

7. Panoramic View of the Pyramids

   Explore the timeless wonder of the ancient pyramids with our Panoramic view tour. Behold the majestic structures from all angles as you take in the breathtaking beauty of these iconic landmarks. Our expert guides will provide you with fascinating insights into the history and significance of the pyramids, making this an unforgettable experience.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

As per requested time our tour guide will be waiting at the lobby area and he will be holding a sign showing our company name Emo Tours

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Entry fees includes basic area only
• Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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