Tour of the Pyramids
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tour of the Pyramids worth booking?
Tour of the Pyramids is a 3-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $40 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (6)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Pyramids tours adventure, it's an unique tour that reveals the greatness of the Ancient Egyptian history. You'll be guided by an Egyptologist to explore the old kingdom monuments and the biggest royal tombs in the world
What you get
- Expert English speaking tour guide
- All services charges and taxes
- All transfers by modern air conditioned vehicle
- Pickup from your hotel and return
About this experience
Pyramids tours adventure, it's an unique tour that reveals the greatness of the Ancient Egyptian history. You'll be guided by an Egyptologist to explore the old kingdom monuments and the biggest royal tombs in the world
What's included
Included
- Expert English speaking tour guide
- All services charges and taxes
- All transfers by modern air conditioned vehicle
- Pickup from your hotel and return
Not included
- Tipping
- Any extras not mentioned in the Itinerary
What you'll see and do
The Pyramids Of Giza
From the moment your tour starts, your guide will give you full attention. Once in the car, your guide will talk to you about all the things on the way as well as other aspects of your tour that will interest you. Travel to the Great Pyramids one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Visit and enjoy a panoramic view of the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Visit The Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple & many outstanding photo stops. The tour also includes many outstanding photo stops and a visit to the Valley Temple which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. This temple served for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king. Travel in comfort back to your hotel, Cairo has so much to see, feel, eat and buy so if you have time and want to add more to your itinerary – just let us know what you are interested in and we will arrange it for you.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Modern car + driver
Pickup included
Guide + Entry fees + Car
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ramasside Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Physical effort
1 mentionExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Tour of the Pyramids. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Experience spolit by guide
The trip to see the Pyramids including visits inside the King's and Queen's Chambers of the Great Pyramid was spolit by being told by the Tour Guide that the inner chambers were closed. This was incorrect, as we established by doing that visit after the guide had left. It would seem that the Guide wanted to pocket the difference in ticket entry prices. This spoilt our experience and we are unable to recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Pyramids Tour with Ramses Tour Operator – Very Disappointing Experience
We booked the Pyramids tour with Ramses Tour Operator, and unfortunately it was a very disappointing experience. The tour was supposed to last 4 hours, but the entire experience, including pickup and drop-off, lasted less than 2 hours. The guide, Ahmed, did not speak English fluently, which made communication difficult. He also appeared annoyed with us and often walked several steps ahead, making it hard to follow or ask questions. Although we were informed in advance about the change of schedule, moving the tour from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM meant we lost the whole morning. The tour also ended before 3:00 PM, which felt extremely short compared to what was promised. Additionally, everything we asked to do came with extra costs. The guide suggested activities such as a camel ride, a felucca ride on the Nile, and even offering to guide us around Cairo, but all of these were overpriced. Overall, the experience was very disappointing. We strongly advise other travelers to be cautious when booking with Ahmed and Ramses Tour Operator.
via Tripadvisor
Highlight of our trip
This was the most incredible day of holidays hands down. I have been to Egypt before and so knowing how stressful it can be sometimes for tourists we decided to book a private tour to see the pyramids, sphinx, Memphis & saqqara through Viator & I am so happy we did. We were picked up at 8am by our tour guide Amir & driver and then we headed to see the pyramids, went inside the great pyramid, before moving on to the camel ride at a plateau viewpoint where you could see all of the pyramids, after this we went to see the sphinx & then stopped off for lunch before heading to Saqqara. At every site we went to Amir would take the time to explain all of the history of the area to us and answer all of our questions. If you’re really interested in the history like we were, then I would consider trying to book a private tour if it is in your budget as it allows you to ask everything and get a really good grasp of what you are looking at. Going inside the pyramids was unbelievable, it felt like we were inside the mummy movie. The only thing I would say about this is that you definitely need to have water with you as the pyramid in very very hot on the inside (and we were there in December) and you probably need to have some level of athletic ability as you have to climb upwards at a 45 degree bent over to a height of about just over a metre. One of the best things about this tour is that we didn’t get bothered by anyone at all whilst with Amir, and Amir was able to take photos of us together as a couple - any other couple that travels will know the pain of being somewhere incredible and not being able to get photos together or asking lots of strangers and worrying about losing your phone. The photos from that day are the best of our entire holiday, and the day as a whole was the best day that we have had in Egypt.
via Tripadvisor
BEWARE
Ramses Tours has failed to facilitate reimbursement for two scheduled full-day tours despite its 100% satisfaction guarantee and cancelation policies. Our cruise ship never docked due to the unfortunate conflict in the area and Ramses Tours was notified immediately. They have failed to make reimbursement (of several hundred US dollars) for two tours despite repeated requests and have blamed their own Accounting Department, their credit card company provider as well as our credit card provider. They have provided meaningless information in the form of "screen shots" that allegedly "prove" reimbursement has been authorized however our credit card company has no record of receipt. Clearly an untrustworthy company.
via Tripadvisor
We Couldn't Have Done it Without You!
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Ahmed yesterday. We strolled along Al Muizz through the bazaar while Mohamed told us about the history of the area. It was an interesting and relaxing day. Ahmed helped us shop and gave us some guidance on our bargaining strategy. He also advised us on the best stop for lunch. We would definitely recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $105
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Ramasside Tours, who run 16 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.4.
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Tour of the Pyramids: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does Tour of the Pyramids cost?
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Prices start at $40 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 Tour of the Pyramids take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Tour of the Pyramids worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 6 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 Tour of the Pyramids?
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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 Tour of the Pyramids suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tour of the Pyramids?
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Around 2 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tour of the Pyramids 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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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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