Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 12 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza worth booking?
Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza is a 6-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $110 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (12)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $110 per person
The Full Day Tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza offers an immersive journey into Egypt's rich history and ancient wonders. This comprehensive tour includes visits to the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the e
What you get
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional and knowledgeable tour guide.
- Pick up and drop off from your hotel or preferred location in Cairo or Giza.
About this experience
The Full Day Tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza offers an immersive journey into Egypt's rich history and ancient wonders. This comprehensive tour includes visits to the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the enigmatic Sphinx, a delightful lunch at a local restaurant, and an exploration of the world-class Grand Egyptian Museum.
What's included
Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional and knowledgeable tour guide.
- Pick up and drop off from your hotel or preferred location in Cairo or Giza.
Not included
- Airport, New Cairo, 6 October pickups will add an extra charge of 10 USD.
What you'll see and do
The Pyramids Of Giza
We start by pickup from your hotel, then Our Egyptologist tour guide will take you to The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx which are among the most iconic and impressive ancient structures in the world. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the largest of the three pyramids and is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The Pyramid of Khafre is slightly smaller but has a more intact pyramidion, while the Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest but has more complex internal structures. The Sphinx, a giant limestone statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, stands nearby and is believed to have been built during the reign of Khafre. You will marvel at the incredible feats of engineering and construction that allowed the ancient Egyptians to build such monumental structures, and learn about the culture and beliefs of this fascinating civilization. (Entering the pyramids from inside requires an extra ticket).
120 minutes here · Admission included
The Great Pyramid of Khufu
The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the most famous and impressive ancient structures in the world. It is located on the Giza Plateau near Cairo, Egypt and is believed to have been constructed as a tomb for the pharaoh Khufu, who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom period of ancient Egypt. The pyramid was built using an estimated 2.3 million stone blocks, each weighing between 2 and 80 tons, and is estimated to have taken around 20 years to complete. It originally stood at a height of 146 meters (481 feet), although erosion and the removal of its outer casing stones have reduced its height to around 138 meters (453 feet) today. The pyramid's internal structure is just as impressive as its exterior. It contains three main chambers: the King's Chamber, the Queen's Chamber, and the Subterranean Chamber. The King's Chamber, located in the heart of the pyramid, contains an empty sarcophagus and is thought to have been the final resting place of Khufu's mummified body.
30 minutes here
Pyramid Complex of Khafre
The Pyramid of Khafre is the second-largest of the three pyramids at the Giza Necropolis in Egypt, and it was built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom period, around 2500 BC. It is located just to the south-west of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three pyramids. The Pyramid of Khafre was originally 143.5 meters (471 feet) tall, with a base of approximately 215 meters (705 feet) on each side. Today, the pyramid stands at a height of 136 meters (446 feet). It was built using similar construction techniques as the Great Pyramid of Khufu, with large limestone blocks weighing up to 10 tons each. The interior of the pyramid consists of a descending corridor that leads to an antechamber, a burial chamber, and a subterranean chamber. Unlike the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre still retains some of its original casing stones at the top of the pyramid, which give it a distinctive appearance.
15 minutes here
Pyramid of Menkaure
Pass by The Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest of the three main pyramids at Giza. It was built for Pharaoh Menkaure during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. It stands approximately 65 meters tall with a base measuring 102 meters on each side. The pyramid was originally covered in smooth Tura limestone, but much of it has been removed over time. Inside, there are three chambers designed to hold the Pharaoh's sarcophagus and funerary equipment. The pyramid was built with granite blocks at its base, which is unique. The complex includes smaller pyramids for Menkaure's queens, a mortuary temple, a causeway, and a valley temple. Visitors can explore the exterior of the pyramid and the complex as part of a guided tour of the Giza Plateau.
15 minutes here
Great Sphinx
One of the most famous features of the Pyramid of Khafre is the Sphinx, a large limestone statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. The Sphinx is located just to the east of the pyramid and is thought to have been built during the reign of Khafre. After exploring the pyramids, take a break for lunch at a local restaurant. Enjoy delicious Egyptian cuisine and refresh yourself for the rest of the day's adventure. Take some rest after lunch 30 minutes.
90 minutes here
Grand Egyptian Museum
After lunch, head to the highly anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum, a state-of-the-art facility housing thousands of artifacts from ancient Egypt. Explore its vast collections, including treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb and other significant archaeological finds. After the tour ends, you will drive back to your hotel or desired location.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cs, ar, de, zh-TW, ru, pt, ja, en, it, pl, fr, tr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Sara and Ahmed best tour in Egypt
Best day ever in Egypt!!! The owner of our hotel booked our tours with Sara so we did not know what to expect. What an amazing surprise when Sara shared her knowledge and expertise of the history and culture she is so passionate about. We enjoyed her expert sharing through two days of travel with Sara to the Grand Egyptian Museum, The Museum of Civilization and tours of The Pyramids of Giza and a camel ride. Sara so impressed us by facilitating a safe private car, efficiently guiding us to purchase tickets and guiding us into the museums. Sara is such a person of knowledge, joy and kindness. We learned so much from her and were able to experience so much of the museums. My highlight was the beautiful stories she shared about the people in ancient Egypt and the knowledge their cultures contained. I wish I could have recorded all her stories and explanations to take home with me. Her university degrees in history and Egyptology give her the knowledge but it is her passion that makes her the amazing tour guide that she is! Everywhere we went we were told that we had the very best guide in Cairo! And we agree. After two days with Sara she offered to set us up with a private tour guide for our next two days in Luxor. Ahmed represented the same knowledge and passion we had with Sara. He shared the same consistent expert knowledge and the joy of pride and passion in his tours. I highly recommend 9 pyramids for the knowledge, kindness and joy for your tours in Egypt!
via Tripadvisor
Memorable
Sara is one of the very best tour guides we ever had. A combinatoin of fun, caring, competence, to a level of detail that is hard to find.
via Tripadvisor
Good but 90 minute late start "due to traffic".
Only negative was driver arriving 90 minutes late with no communication of a delay. Apparently due to traffic. Online questions about when driver would arrive suggested driver would arrive in 30 min and when that did not happen, after a period of silence, would arrive in 5 min. Extremely frustrating and not a great way to start a trip. The guide was picked up later and was good.
via Viator
Fantastic experience, would recommend to anybody visiting Egypt.
We had an incredible couple of days with Eslam & our private driver Hamada, me and my partner are so thankful the hotel we stayed in recommended both of them. On the first day we visited the Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx and Saqqara pyramids and on the second day we visited the Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque & Grand Egyptian Museum. Eslam was more like a friend showing us around than a tour guide which we really loved. His extensive knowledge of Egyptian history and his incredible ability to tell a story made our experience in Egypt absolutely wonderful. We learnt so much during our time with Eslam and in addition to this he took so many incredible photos for us which we truly appreciate. Would 100% recommend visiting Egypt to book with 9 Pyramids Tours!
via Tripadvisor
A great holiday!!!
It was a full-day tour of the Pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum, where we were efficiently covered. We were able to adjust the time well enough to make it to the night flight time. The Japanese language guide (MATTO) I asked for was knowledgeable and gave me a deep understanding of Egypt's history and ruins, and I had a wonderful day. Camels were optional, but you can go to the amazing viewing point and I highly recommend them!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $110 to $220
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
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Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza cost?
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Prices start at $110 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 Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 12 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 Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza?
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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 Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza?
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Around 4 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day to Grand Egyptian Museum and Pyramids of Giza 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.
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