All Giza Pyramids

Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum & Citadel

Duration
Full Day (Approx. 8 Hours)
Route
Giza · Cairo
Style
Private Guided Tour
Schedule
Available daily

Overview

Explore three of Cairo and Giza’s most important landmarks on a private full-day tour. Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, discover ancient Egyptian treasures at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, then continue to the Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. This approximately eight-hour tour includes a private air-conditioned vehicle and a professional guide.

Highlights

Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza with your private guide
Explore ancient Egyptian treasures at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.
Discover the Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

Tour Itinerary

The Best of Cairo in One Day
Giza Pyramids and Sphinx: Your private tour begins at the Giza Plateau, where your guide will introduce you to the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. Continue across the plateau to visit the Great Sphinx and learn about the history and significance of this remarkable ancient site. Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square: Continue to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts spanning different periods of Egypt’s history. Your guide will introduce you to the museum’s most important displays, followed by some free time to explore independently. Please note that this tour visits the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, not the Grand Egyptian Museum. Citadel of Saladin and Mosque of Muhammad Ali: Your final visit is the Citadel of Saladin, one of Cairo’s most important historic landmarks. Explore the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, and enjoy panoramic views across Cairo when visibility allows. At the end of your approximately eight-hour tour, your private driver will return you to your hotel.

Cairo Tours Comparison

FeatureThis Tour (Highlights)Pyramids & GEM Tour
Key SitesPyramids + Tahrir Museum + CitadelPyramids + Grand Egyptian Museum
Museum TypeClassic (Tahrir): Statues & TanisModern (GEM): Tutankhamun
Best ForFirst-time Comprehensive ViewKing Tut Fans

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What’s Included

Included

  • All transfers by a private A/C vehicle.
  • Pick up services from your hotel & return.
  • Private Egyptologist guide.
  • Bottled water during your trip.
  • All taxes & service charges.

Not Included

  • Any Optional Tours not mentioned.
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites.
  • Tipping.
Pricing Information

Prices are shown in US dollars per person. Seasonal supplements may apply during Christmas, New Year and Easter unless a specific seasonal price is displayed.

Children’s Policy
0-5.99 years
Free of charge
6-11.99 years
Pay 50% of tour price
12+ years
Pay full tour price as per adult person

Note: Child rates apply to children travelling with their parents. Where accommodation is included, a maximum of one child per room applies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Cairo Full Day Highlights Tour take?
This is a comprehensive full-day tour that typically lasts about 8 hours. The duration allows sufficient time to explore the Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and the Citadel of Saladin comfortably without feeling rushed.
Will I see King Tutankhamun’s Mask on this tour?
No, King Tutankhamun’s mask and his primary collection have been moved to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) in Giza. This tour visits the historic Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, which houses the Treasures of Tanis, the Yuya and Thuya collection, and thousands of other masterpieces. If you wish to see Tutankhamun, please ask us about our GEM tour packages.
Is this a private tour or a group tour?
This package is a private tour. You will have a private modern air-conditioned vehicle and a dedicated Egyptologist guide exclusively for you and your party, ensuring a personalized experience and the flexibility to move at your own pace.
Does the tour include entrance fees to the Pyramids and Museum?
No, entrance fees to the sites (Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and Citadel) are excluded from the tour price. You will need to purchase tickets at the entrance of each site. Your guide will assist you with the ticket purchase process.
How much are the entrance fees to the sightseeing listed in the itinerary?
Entrance fees in Egypt generally range from EGP 200 to EGP 1500 (4 USD to 30 USD), depending on the site, and all major attractions accept credit card payments or online booking. You can learn more details by reading the following article: Egypt Attractions Entrance Fees Guide.

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