Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo in Cairo
Cairo, Egypt

Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo

Outty Ranking 66 4.8 · 14 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $57
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Outty Ranking

66/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo worth booking?

Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo is a 8-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $57 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
66 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (14)
Duration
8 hours
From
$57 per person

Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx Then drive to the Citadel of Salah El Din and Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, continue to Old Cairo, the site of a city that pre-dated Cairo with many historic churches and a

What you get

  • All taxes & service charge.
  • Shopping tours in Cairo.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
  • Lunch meal will be served in a local restaurant.
  • Pick up services from your hotel & return.
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

About this experience

Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx Then drive to the Citadel of Salah El Din and Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, continue to Old Cairo, the site of a city that pre-dated Cairo with many historic churches and a Roman fort.

What's included

Included

  • All taxes & service charge.
  • Shopping tours in Cairo.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
  • Lunch meal will be served in a local restaurant.
  • Pick up services from your hotel & return.
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

Not included

  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tipping.
  • Tickets To Get Inside The Pyramids
  • beverages and water during lunch.

What you'll see and do

  1. The Pyramids Of Giza

    Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel, to enjoy a great excursion to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Great Sphinx

    Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of Chephren

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Mosque of Muhammad Ali

    proceed to visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside the Citadel of Salah El Din

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  4. The Hanging Church

    and then visit old Cairo where you can visit The Hanging Church in Coptic Cairo,

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  5. Coptic Cairo

    Visit the Holy Cave that located at Abu Sergha Church it is the place where the Holy Family stayed during their holy trip to Cairo . Back to hotel after your trip. Note : For pick up / drop off form Cairo airport, Sphinx airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Helioplis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheraton Almatar, Sheikh Zayed city, Ring Rd, Mirage City, Meridian Airport or Madinty City will be for additional cost.

    60 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • Private Tour Multiple Language

    Pickup included

  • Group/Ticket/FR Guide/Transfer

    Pickup included

  • Group/Ticket/EN Guide/Transfer

    Pickup included

  • Private Tour in English

    Pickup included

  • Group/Ticket/JAP Guid/Transfer

    Pickup included

  • Group/Ticket/GR Guide/Transfer

    Pickup included

  • Group/Ticket/SP Guide/Transfer

    Pickup included

  • Group/Ticket/ITA Guid/Transfer

    Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
ar, de, ru, zh-TW, pt, el, ja, en, it, fr, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Sun Pyramids Tours

Know before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

9 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

7 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

3 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Organization

2 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Food and drink

2 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Traveler reviews

14 verified traveler reviews for Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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GrandTour731975 · August 2025

Well-Organized Tours and Outstanding Service!

Thank you very much for all the wonderful arrangements. I truly enjoyed the tours. Special thanks for Dina; everything was well organised and smooth. Special thanks to Miss Fatima for being such a knowledgeable and professional guide, and to our driver Ahmad for his respectful and attentive service. Both of them made the experience even more enjoyable. I sincerely appreciate the effort your team put into making my trip memorable, and I would be very happy to work with you again in the future.

via Tripadvisor

Destiny_B · April 2025

Not so happy

The museum was wonderful and churches are beautiful. Tour guide did not take me to all places on itinerary and when I wrote customer service about it, they said they would check and never got back to me.

via Viator

D2333CDalbertov · March 2024

Amazing day in Cairo

We had a very nice day and enjoyed a lot all the visit with Sayed. He speaks Spanish very well. We recommend him and this all tour. Thanks to sun pyramid’s company for the great organisation!

via Tripadvisor

O7519LNvictoriav · August 2022

Best tour in Cairo!

It was our first time in Egypt and we wanted to get the full experience—this tour did that for us! This tour is perfect for seeing all the Cairo highlights (e.g. Pyramids, Camels, Muhammad Ali Mosque, etc) , they picked us up from out hotel so we didn’t worry about transportation all day long and we booked the lunch option which was lovely. Our tour guide, Mervat Kafafy, was amazing! She walked us through the culture, religion, history, and overall made the experience very special. I highly recommend you take this tour and request Mervat be your tour guide, you won’t regret it!

Response from the operator: Thank you very much for choosing Sun Pyramids Tours. It has been a pleasure to serve you during your stay in Egypt. We appreciate your review as it encourages us to do better in the next upcoming years. Looking forward to helping you more through your next journeys all around the world!

via Tripadvisor

Kalie_S · August 2022

Best Tour in Egypt!

Mervat Kafafy was the absolute best tour guide we could have asked for. The tour seeing the pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Citadel, and Coptic Cairo was full of adventure and we felt safe the entire time. Mervat told us all the tips and tricks we should know when navigating Cairo and brought us to several bazaars along the way. It was most definitely the best tour I’ve been on in my life thus far and I would recommend this tour and Mervat Kafafy to anyone who’s interested in visiting Cairo!

Response from the operator: Thank you very much for choosing Sun Pyramids Tours. It has been a pleasure to serve you during your stay in Egypt. We appreciate your review as it encourages us to do better in the next upcoming years. Looking forward to helping you more through your next journeys all around the world!

via Viator

Good to know

Duration
8 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$57 to $520
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
5
Verdict
Solid Choice

Who runs this experience

Operated by Sun Pyramids Tours, who run 26 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.2.

See everything Sun Pyramids Tours runs

Why this scores 66

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
Review evidence (18% weight)49
Booking momentum (14% weight)40
Value for money (12% weight)52
Listing quality (10% weight)78
Local standing (8% weight)48
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.

How much does Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo cost?

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Prices start at $57 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo take?

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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairo is not rushed.

Is Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 14 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo?

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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Day Trip To Giza Pyramids, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo - Coptic Cairo start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Cairo?

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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Cairo?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Cairo?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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