Pyramid of Khafre Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Pyramid of Khafre (Pyramid of Chephren). Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Private Tour Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, & Local Lunch

• Half-Day Tour Giza Pyramids & Great Sphinx With Private Tour Guide

• Private Day Tour Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, and Saqqara

• Private Tour: Giza Pyramids, Memphis City, & Sakkara Pyramid

• VIP Inclusive Private Trip Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, Dahshur

To visit the Pyramid of Khafre, you need to buy a ticket for the Pyramids of Giza. Expect to pay 700 Egyptian pounds per person. It is possible to enter either the second (Khafre) or third (Menkaure) for an additional 220 Egyptian pounds.

The Pyramid of Khafre is the second-largest of the three Pyramids of Giza. It was built during ancient Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty as the final resting place of the Pharaoh Khafre. The monument is known as being one of Egypt’s best-preserved pyramids, due in part to its innovative construction techniques.

The best weather window for visiting the Pyramids of Giza, including the Pyramid of Khafre, is roughly November to April. That’s when temperatures are mildest, making outdoor sightseeing pleasant. (Keep in mind you’ll need to do a lot of walking at the pyramids.) Summers are uncomfortably hot but bring fewer crowds.

Yes, definitely—what kid isn’t an Ancient Egypt buff? Even better, visiting the Pyramids of Giza involves climbing stairs and roaming across patches of sand, which is a great way for younger children to burn off energy. However, make sure to bring ample water, as it’s easy to get dehydrated in this climate.

Yes. The Pyramids of Giza are located a short distance from Cairo. By car, they can be reached in around thirty minutes. That makes visiting the Pyramid of Khafre by taxi, rideshare, or even private vehicle a possibility. That said, booking a guided tour that includes hotel transfers is the easiest option.