Private tour to Giza pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum(GEM)

At a glance

Private tour to Giza pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum(GEM) is a 8h – 9h private experience in Cairo, Egypt, operated by Tmm_ tours_ Egypt. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $30 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Shopping tours, Bottled water, All transfers by private A/C.

Quick facts

Duration

8h – 9h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

Arabic, German, Japanese, English, Italian, French

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 2h

   Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour . The Great Pyramid of Giza (also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Pyramid of Cheops) is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex bordering present-day Giza in Greater Cairo, Egypt. It is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one to remain largely intact.

2. Stop 2 · 1h

   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

3. Stop 3 · 30m

   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.

4. Stop 4 · 1h

   The Great Sphinx of Giza, commonly referred to as the Sphinx of Giza or just the Sphinx, is a limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. Facing directly from West to East, it stands on the Giza Plateau on the west bank of the Nile in Giza, Egypt. The face of the Sphinx is generally believed to represent the pharaoh Khafre. Cut from the bedrock, the original shape of the Sphinx has been restored with layers of blocks. It measures 73 m (240 ft) long from paw to tail, 20 m (66 ft) high from the base to the top of the head and 19 m (62 ft) wide at its rear haunches. It is the oldest known monumental sculpture in Egypt and is commonly believed to have been built by ancient Egyptians of the Old Kingdom during the reign of the pharaoh Khafre (c. 2558–2532 BC).

5. Stop 5 · 30m

   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. Read more about Cairo Private Tours To Giza Pyramids,Egyptian Museum & Bazaar - https://www.viator.com/tours/Cairo/Cairo-day-tours-to-Giza-pyramids-and-Egyptian-museum-and-bazaar/d782-10726P106?mcid=56757

6. Stop 6 · 30m

   The Giza Plateau (Arabic: هضبة الجيزة) is a limestone plateau in Giza, Egypt, the site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza pyramid complex, which includes the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers' village and an industrial complex. It forms the northernmost part of the 16,000 ha Pyramid Fields in the Western Desert edge of the Nile Valley that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Memphis and its Necropolis. The plateau is elevated approximately 60 meters above sea-level.

7. Stop 7 · 30m

   Uncover the secrets of the pyramids with our exclusive Panoramic view tour. Stand in awe as you gaze upon these mesmerizing structures that have captivated the world for centuries. From the towering Great Pyramid to the majestic Sphinx, experience the wonder and majesty of ancient Egypt like never before. Witness the beauty of the pyramids illuminated by the golden light of the setting sun, creating a magical ambiance that will leave you speechless. Join us for an unforgettable journey to witness the Panoramic view of the pyramids.

8. Stop 8 · 3h

   day tour by Visiting the Grand Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. It displays the largest and most precious items of Egyptian art in the world. It exhibits a rare collection of 5,000 years, including an exclusive exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamen-a collection of treasures., gold, and jewelry that were buried in his tomb for over 3,500 years. After the tour finishes you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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