Giza Pyramids & Sphinx: Ancient Wonders Half Day Tour

Unleash your inner historian with the breathtaking Discover Ancient Wonders Half Day Tour to the Giza Pyramids & Sphinx. Marvel at the architectural mastery of the pyramids and explore the enigmatic Sphinx. Join us on a journey through time and witness Egypt’s ancient majesty.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pyramids of Giza - At the scheduled time, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and transfer you to the Giza Pyramids to begin your half-day tour. Visit Egypt’s most famous pyramid and the Sphinx. The tour includes only a tour guide and a private car.
  • Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu) - Khufu’s pyramid complex includes a valley temple, now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman. Diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been discovered, but the site remains unexcavated.
  • Khafre’s Pyramid - Khafre’s pyramid complex features a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple revealed several statues of Khafre, some of which were found in a well in the temple floor by Mariette in 1860.
  • Menkaure Pyramid - Menkaure’s pyramid complex includes a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple once housed several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added to the valley temple.
  • Great Sphinx - The Sphinx dates back to the reign of King Khafre. During the New Kingdom, Amenhotep II dedicated a new temple to Hauron-Haremakhet, which was later expanded by subsequent rulers.
  • Gizeh Plateau - The Giza Plateau is a limestone plateau in Giza, Egypt, home to 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 is the northernmost part of the 16,000 ha Pyramid Fields on the Western Desert edge of the Nile Valley, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Memphis and its Necropolis. The plateau is approximately 60 meters above sea level.
  • Panoramic view of the Pyramids - Discover the timeless wonder of the ancient pyramids with our Panoramic view tour. Marvel at the majestic structures from every angle as you take in the stunning beauty of these iconic landmarks. Our expert guides will share fascinating insights into the history and significance of the pyramids, making this an unforgettable experience.
What's Included
  • Private tour
  • Bottled water
  • Transport by private A/C vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Personal Items
  • Tour guide (Optional)
  • Entry Fees (Optional)
  • Lunch at Local restaurant (Optional)
Additional Information

Embark on a journey through the annals of history with the awe-inspiring Half Day Discover Ancient Wonders Tour to the Giza Pyramids & Sphinx. This conducted tour provides an unmatched glimpse into Egypt’s historical gems, narrated by a guide with a deep understanding of past civilizations. Take in the impressive engineering feat that is the Giza Pyramids, whose building techniques continue to baffle scientists around the globe. Also, you will delve into the mystical Sphinx, the enigmatic entity with the body of a lion and a human head, symbolizing Egypt’s age-old grandeur. Come along, and embark on a timeless journey, witnessing exceptional sites imbued with intrigue and charm.

  • Entry fees includes basic area only
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
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Cancellation Policy

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

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