cool shore excursions®
Top activities
Top landmarks
Trip ideas
Nearby places
  • Tours by category
  • Tours by accessibility
  • Tours by feature
  • Tours by time
  • Tours by the numbers
  • Top attractions
  • Cairo travel guides
  • Cairo travel calendar
  • Tours in nearby places
  • Explore Egypt tours
Language $Currency
Login / Sign up
Bookings
Bookings
Wallet
$0.00
Wishlists
Wishlists
Cool Rewards Rewards
Gift cards
Profile
Help Center
Language
Log out
Start your search
Change your search
Place or activity
Select Dates
You booked this experience
You're departing on
Google Calendar
Apple Calendar
Microsoft Outlook
Make your trip unforgettable

Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour

132 Reviews 4.90 out of 5 stars Based on 132 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 98% of reviewers
98% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
|
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards. Cairo, Egypt
Book online or call us

from $10 per person

Lowest Price Guarantee
Giza Pyramids with guide Moe Swefy founder of Cairo Trips and our loyal American recurrent customers and our word of mouth referrals in the US
Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour Image 2
Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour Image 3
Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour Image 4
Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour Image 5
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 25 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 8 more
French, German, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Arabic, Portuguese, Russian
Instant confirmation

Overview

Travel back in time to the glory days of Cairo & Giza, and see some of the medieval and Ottoman city's greatest religious monuments, on this unique private guided tour. Admire the ancient Great Pyramids of Egypt with an Egyptologist expert guide and see a panoramic view of the 9 iconic Pyramids of Giza. Then move on to the stunning alabaster mosque of the renowned king Muhammad Ali Pasha located inside the medieval citadel of Saladin "the Ayyubid" (his family name).
Take a break for lunch at a delicious Egyptian food court and shopping at one of the most vibrant elegant and renowned shopping markets in Cairo.

Continue your astonishing day tour with your private guide & private chauffeur to the old Coptic Cairo to see the hanging church the oldest and most well-known church in Egypt and st. Sergius church under which there is a crypt in which the holy family stayed during their trip into Egypt, when they escaped from the megalomanic king Herod who wanted to murder Jesus the enfant.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • All service charges and taxes.
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide.
  • Meals
  • Entrance tickets to the pyramids and the Cairo citadel
  • Optional but recommended
See 1 moreSee 4 more

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Just in front of the entrance of your hotel.

OR
Meeting point

Tahrir Square
Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

Pyramids of Giza

enjoy visiting the most famous landmark in Cairo The Pyramids of Giza, Cheops’s Great pyramid the only remaining wonder from the ancient world that still exists, the Great Sphinx, the panoramic point, valley temple & enjoy a short camel ride Book now and live your dream vacation. Description Visit the Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx and enjoy a camel ride around the Giza Pyramids. Discover Cairo’s most famous land marks “the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx at Giza”. Explore the magical atmosphere of Sahara desert on the camelback ride, where you’ll be able to see the 9 pyramids and take unlimited beautiful memorable pictures. Highlights Visit the Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx Enjoy a camel ride in Giza The Panoramic Point The Valley Temple Memorable Photos Professional camel driver & photographer Visit one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the three Pyramids of Giza: the great pyramid of Khufu, Entrance to the interior of the Great Pyramid only, Chephren and Menkaure.
Read more

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Great Sphinx

Visit the majestic Great Sphinx: the largest single block sculpture at the foot of the Pyramid Chephren. Then, explore Valley Temple facing the great Sphinx and get an opportunity to ride a camel with the Pyramids in the background.Then, visit the essential oil makers to learn about the different oils that the ancient Egyptians used to open their body Chakras and to protect the skin of their mummies.
Read more

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Coptic Cairo

Coptic Cairo is a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Coptic Museum, the Hanging Church, the Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga). Coptic Cairo was a stronghold for Christianity in Egypt both before and during the Islamic era, as most of its churches were built after the Muslim conquest of Egypt in the 7th century.
Read more

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

The Hanging Church

Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church, also known as the Hanging Church, is one of the oldest churches in Egypt and the history of a church on this site dates to the third century. It belongs to the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria.
Read more

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cairo Citadel

The Citadel of Cairo or Citadel of Saladin is a medieval Islamic-era fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din and further developed by subsequent Egyptian rulers. It was the seat of government in Egypt and the residence of its rulers for nearly 700 years from the 13th to the 19th centuries.
Read more

1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mosque of Muhammad Ali

The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha or Alabaster Mosque is a mosque situated in the Citadel of Cairo in Egypt and was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848.Situated on the summit of the citadel, this Ottoman mosque, the largest to be built in the first half of the 19th century, is, with its animated silhouette and twin minarets, the most visible mosque in Cairo.The mosque was built in memory of Tusun Pasha, Muhammad Ali's oldest son, who died in 1816.This mosque, along with the citadel, is one of the landmarks and tourist attractions of Cairo and is one of the first features to be seen when approaching the city from any direction.
Read more

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Show 5 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour?

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.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-22224P1

Traveler Photos

Reviews

4.90
132 reviews

Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 132 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
126
4 stars
3
3 stars
0
2 stars
2
1 star
1
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 25 (0) days in advance.
Cairo Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar
View more

Similar Tours & Activities

Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum Tour
5.0 (158)

Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum Tour

Experience Cairo’s very best on a private, full-day tour that takes in ancient sites, artifacts. Ride a camel through the sand beside the soaring Pyramids...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (158)
from
$350
Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture
5.0 (2)

Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture

Tour Guide will meet you in your hotel in Alexandria. You will drive by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Rosetta which is considered as a...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$16
Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour
5.0 (1,813)

Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour

Experience the very best of Cairo on a private full-day tour that combines Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders with its world-famous treasures. Begin your journey...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,813)
from
$19
Top Rated Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo
4.8 (55)

Top Rated Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

Alexandria, the city of Alexander, has a rich history that spans over a thousand years. Once the largest city in the world, , it is...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (55)
from
$50
Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum Tour

Experience Cairo’s very best on a private, full-day tour that takes in ancient sites, artifacts. Ride a camel through the sand beside the soaring Pyramids …More

5.0 (158)

Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum Tour

5.0 (158)

Experience Cairo’s very best on a private, full-day tour that takes in ancient sites, artifacts. Ride a camel through the sand beside the soaring Pyramids...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (158)
from
$350
Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture

Tour Guide will meet you in your hotel in Alexandria. You will drive by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Rosetta which is considered as a …More

5.0 (2)

Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture

5.0 (2)

Tour Guide will meet you in your hotel in Alexandria. You will drive by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Rosetta which is considered as a...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$16
Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour

Experience the very best of Cairo on a private full-day tour that combines Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders with its world-famous treasures. Begin your journey …More

5.0 (1,813)

Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour

5.0 (1,813)

Experience the very best of Cairo on a private full-day tour that combines Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders with its world-famous treasures. Begin your journey...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,813)
from
$19
Top Rated Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

Alexandria, the city of Alexander, has a rich history that spans over a thousand years. Once the largest city in the world, , it is …More

4.8 (55)

Top Rated Alexandria Day Tour from Cairo

4.8 (55)

Alexandria, the city of Alexander, has a rich history that spans over a thousand years. Once the largest city in the world, , it is...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (55)
from
$50

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Private Full-Day Tour to Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Memphis, and Saqqara
4.9 (772)

Private Full-Day Tour to Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Memphis, and Saqqara

Enjoy visiting Cairo's most popular attractions in one day! Also, you will have a professional licensed tour guide who will explain to you Everything plus...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (772)
from
$100
Private Half-Day Tour: Giza Pyramids and Sphinx by Camel
4.8 (60)

Private Half-Day Tour: Giza Pyramids and Sphinx by Camel

Introducing our extraordinary Private Half-Day Tour, designed to deliver a spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime experience - exploring the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx by Camel. Set off on...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (60)
from
$8
Best Giza Day Trip with camel ride
5.0 (20)

Best Giza Day Trip with camel ride

Visiting the pyramids is a once in a lifetime experience, but it's hard to get tickets and travel there on your own. The Giza pyramids...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
from
$9
Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour
5.0 (1,813)

Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour

Experience the very best of Cairo on a private full-day tour that combines Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders with its world-famous treasures. Begin your journey...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,813)
from
$19
Private Full-Day Tour to Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Memphis, and Saqqara

Enjoy visiting Cairo's most popular attractions in one day! Also, you will have a professional licensed tour guide who will explain to you Everything plus …More

4.9 (772)

Private Full-Day Tour to Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Memphis, and Saqqara

4.9 (772)

Enjoy visiting Cairo's most popular attractions in one day! Also, you will have a professional licensed tour guide who will explain to you Everything plus...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (772)
from
$100
Private Half-Day Tour: Giza Pyramids and Sphinx by Camel

Introducing our extraordinary Private Half-Day Tour, designed to deliver a spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime experience - exploring the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx by Camel. Set off on …More

4.8 (60)

Private Half-Day Tour: Giza Pyramids and Sphinx by Camel

4.8 (60)

Introducing our extraordinary Private Half-Day Tour, designed to deliver a spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime experience - exploring the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx by Camel. Set off on...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (60)
from
$8
Best Giza Day Trip with camel ride

Visiting the pyramids is a once in a lifetime experience, but it's hard to get tickets and travel there on your own. The Giza pyramids …More

5.0 (20)

Best Giza Day Trip with camel ride

5.0 (20)

Visiting the pyramids is a once in a lifetime experience, but it's hard to get tickets and travel there on your own. The Giza pyramids...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
from
$9
Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour

Experience the very best of Cairo on a private full-day tour that combines Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders with its world-famous treasures. Begin your journey …More

5.0 (1,813)

Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour

5.0 (1,813)

Experience the very best of Cairo on a private full-day tour that combines Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders with its world-famous treasures. Begin your journey...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,813)
from
$19

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Activity name

The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.

Filter by:

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private tour.
  • All service charges and taxes.
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meals.
  • Entrance tickets to the pyramids and the Cairo citadel.
  • Optional but recommended.
  • Public transportation.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 1. 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?
A:

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 Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour 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

  • Private tour
  • All service charges and taxes.
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide.
  • Meals
  • Entrance tickets to the pyramids and the Cairo citadel
  • Optional but recommended
  • Public transportation

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Report Product Issue

Activity name