Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport in Cairo
Cairo, Egypt

Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport

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71/100

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Is Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport worth booking?

Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport is a 5-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $25 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 91 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
71 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (91)
Duration
5 hours
From
$25 per person

Marvel at the iconic Giza Pyramids & Sphinx with our specially curated half day tour. Departing conveniently from Cairo Airport, this excursion whisks you away on a journey back in time. Erected thousands of years ago to

What you get

    About this experience

    Marvel at the iconic Giza Pyramids & Sphinx with our specially curated half day tour. Departing conveniently from Cairo Airport, this excursion whisks you away on a journey back in time. Erected thousands of years ago to stand till eternity, the Pyramids of Giza and the mighty Sphinx await your exploration. Get a chance to witness the greatness of the olden times and marvel at the sheer scale of these structures. Return from the journey enriched with the profound truth of a civilization long gone.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
    • Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) ( If Option Selected )
    • guide on site ( If Option Selected )
    • Entry Fees ( If Option Selected )
    • Bottle of water

    Not included

    • Personal Items
    • Tipping

    What you'll see and do

    1. Starts at 8:00 am with pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By guide and transfer to Giza Pyramids to Start your half day tour visiting Giza Pyramids Where you Visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos The pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are among the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and indeed already were even in Roman times. Each of these spectacular structures served as the final resting place of a king of the 4th Dynasty (c.2613–2494 BC). The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for king Khufu (c.2589–2566 BC), and the other two for Khafre and Menkaure, his son and grandson. Khufu’s pyramid is both the oldest and largest of the three, and the first building to exceed it in height would not be built for another 3,800 years!

      120 minutes here

    2. The Great Pyramid of Khufu

      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.

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. 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 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. 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 minutes here · Admission not included

    5. Great Sphinx

      The Sphinx dates from the reign of king Khafre.[10] During the New Kingdom, Amenhotep II dedicated a new temple to Hauron-Haremakhet and this structure was added onto by later rulers.

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    6. Cairo

      After you done your Visit you will be transferred back to Cairo airport .

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Cairo

    Giza

    Meeting point

    Cairo

    new cairo

    Meeting point

    Cairo

    6th of October City, Egypt

    Meeting point

    Cairo

    giza

    Meeting point

    Cairo

    giza

    Meeting point

    Cairo

    Giza

    Meeting point

    Cairo

    Cairo

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations.

    Ends at

    Giza

    Ends at

    new cairo

    Ends at

    6th of October City, Egypt

    Ends at

    giza

    Ends at

    giza

    Ends at

    Giza

    Ends at

    Cairo

    Options you can book

    • Tour + Lunch

      Tour + Lunch Pickup included

    • Tour Without Lunch

      Tour Without Lunch Pickup included

    • Car +Tour guide Only

      snacks Car +Tour guide Only Pickup included

    • Car with Driver + audio Guide

      snacks Only Car With Driver Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ar, en, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Egypt Tours Online

    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

    Photos

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    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $25 to $85
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    32
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Egypt Tours Online, who run 33 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.3.

    See everything Egypt Tours Online runs

    Why this scores 71

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)60
    Booking momentum (14% weight)54
    Value for money (12% weight)60
    Listing quality (10% weight)75
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport cost?

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    Prices start at $25 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 Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport take?

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    Plan for about 5 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 Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 91 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 Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport?

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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 Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport?

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    Around 32 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids & Sphinx From Cairo Airport 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, Giza Pyramids all inclusive,Sphinx,lunch,Camel,insid pyramid. 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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