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Cairo Half day tours to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx

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4 to 5 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Experience an unforgettable half-day tour in Cairo, where you will be taken on a captivating journey to the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. your private tours focus on providing you with a seamless, comfortable and satisfying visit. To help facilitate this, all transfers are conducted using a private A/C latest model vehicle suited to handle Cairo’s climate. For the duration of the tour, you'll also have access to bottle water to ensure you stay hydrated. your services extend to even picking you up from your hotel and safely dropping you back after the expedition. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and culture with your Cairo half day tours.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • Not included unless you select the tour option with entry
  • Lunch Local Egyptian restaurant
  • Tipping
  • Sun hat for sun protection
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You will find our tour guide/representative in the Lobby area holding a sign that shows our Company name

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Giza Plateau

Starts at 8:00 am with pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By Tour guide and transfer to Giza Pyramids to Start your half day tour visiting Giza Pyramids Where you Visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Great Pyramid of Cheops (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.[4][5] The valley temple was connected to a causeway which was largely destroyed when the village was constructed
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Khafre's Pyramid

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
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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. The mortuary temple also yielded several statues of Menkaure
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Great Sphinx

End your tour with a Visit to The Valley Temple where the Priests Mummified the dead body of king Chephren Also over there you will have a close-up look at The Sphinx - The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren and it`s the place where you can have an amazing Pictures for yourself with the Sphinx in many Funny Positions of Course our guide will help you in this matter.after the tour is finished you will be transferred back to your Hotel.there is possibility of entering any of the pyramids from inside ,visiting solar boat of king cheops ,riding camel around of giza pyramids or ridding the quad bike at the wide desert but all those activties can be added on in the middle of the booking process as it requires additional fees
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Nazlet El-Semman (pass by)

Pass through Nazlet El-Semman, the historic village nestled right at the base of the Giza Plateau and the Great Sphinx. Get a firsthand glimpse of authentic local Egyptian life, vibrant street markets, and the traditional stables where horses and camels have been cared for by local families for generations.
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Pyramids of Giza

Stand before the legendary Pyramids of Giza—Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure—the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Your private guide will share the history, engineering marvels, and pharaonic mysteries behind their construction. Take in breathtaking panoramic views of all three pyramids across the desert sands, with ample time for iconic photos and walking around the base of these ancient monuments.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cairo Half day tours to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cairo Half day tours to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle.
  • Not included unless you select the tour option with entry.
  • Live or Audio Guide (As per tour option selected).
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. Local Egyptian restaurant.
  • Tipping.
  • Sun hat for sun protection.
  • Not included unless you select the tour option with entry.
  • Camel Ride Not included unless you select the tour option with Camel Ride.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Cairo Half day tours to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cairo Half day tours to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • Not included unless you select the tour option with entry
  • Live or Audio Guide (As per tour option selected)
  • LunchLocal Egyptian restaurant
  • Tipping
  • Sun hat for sun protection
  • Not included unless you select the tour option with entry.
  • Camel Ride Not included unless you select the tour option with Camel Ride.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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