Top Giza Half-day Tours - page 2

Cover three of Egypt’s most iconic attractions during this half-day private tour to Saqqara Pyramids, the Pyramids of Dahshour, and the former capital of ancient Egypt in Memphis. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned vehicle from Cairo, with bottled water and door-to-door hotel transfers provided. Tours are led by an Egyptologist-trained guide and can be customized to suit different preferences.

Benefit from personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace as you explore the Coptic heritage of Cairo. With private round-trip transportation, this multi-stop tour is hassle-free. Visit the Hanging Church, the Synagogue Temple, the Cave Church, and the Monastery of St. Simon, as well as the Garbage City on the way back to your original drop-off point. Along the way, your guide will provide educational commentary tailored to your interests.

The Pyramids of Giza are one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks, but many visitors see only the back of a large crowd. Enjoy a private half-day tour with your own Egyptologist guide, visiting the Pyramid of Cheops, the Sphinx, and other key sites with time for questions. Hotel transfers from Cairo or Giza are included for a seamless experience.

Get a glimpse of daily life in ancient Egypt at Cairo's Pharaonic Village, where you'll find a network of winding canals, actors in period costume, potters, weavers, and more. After your time at the Pharaonic Village, head to the heart of Islamic Cairo to explore the narrow lanes of Khan el-Khalili, whose shops are piled high with colorful scarfs, Egyptian delicacies, and jewelry. Round-trip transport from your Cairo hotel makes this a stress-free outing that's ideal for families.

No trip to Egypt is complete without a visit to the Pyramids, but getting to them on your own can be a challenge and involve haggling with taxi drivers. This tour makes things easy, with door-to-door transfers from your hotel and the services of a guide to information about these ancient sights and what they were used for thousands of years ago.

Avoid the tourist crowds and gain intimate insight into Egypt’s three most celebrated landmarks on a private tour of the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, with a simple local lunch included. Benefit from your Egyptologist guide’s full attention as you tick off the Big Three in just one day, and enjoy round-trip transfers from your hotel or residence for a hassle-free experience.

Visit El Mokattam Mountain Cave Church, or the Monastery of St Simon, on a private tour that also explores the magnificent churches of Coptic Cairo. You’ll see some of Cairo’s most important Christian sites, including the Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, the Church of Saint Barbara, and the Hanging Church, while going beyond sightseeing for a glimpse of ‘garbage city,’ a fascinating Cairo neighborhood that most visitors overlook entirely.

If you like to see the world’s wonders but aren’t a fan of history, then quad biking through the Giza desert is the perfect adventure. Soak up the majesty of the 4,500-year-old Giza Pyramids as you roar across the sands in custom-made buggies that can reach speeds as high as 50 mph (80 kph). Your tour includes guiding, a simple snack pack, and 2-way door-to-door transfers to the base station.

Get to know Cairo with a shopping tour of the city. Revel in the hustle and bustle of El Ghorya after spending some time at the markets downtown. Be a part of the hubbub of El Mosky before reaching the grounds of Khan el-Khalili, the oldest market in the Middle East. Take in the views from the oriels of the street below, while soaking up the scents of Bab al-Fatah and Bab el Nasr.

Explore Islamic, Coptic, and Jewish heritage within Old Cairo during this private half-day tour. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off provided. Highlights include centuries-old landmarks like Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, Salah El Din Citadel, the 3rd-century Hanging Church, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, with admission tickets purchased separately.

Escape the beaten track, witness local life in action, and capture fascinating photos on this private half-day tour of Birqash Camel Market, 22 miles (35 kilometers) from Cairo. Your private guide will explain the comings and goings as dealers and merchants haggle over their humped steeds at the noisy, bustling bazaar, Egypt’s largest camel market. The best days to visit are Fridays and Sundays, when this tour departs.

Deepen your understanding of Egypt's ancient history with a private, Egyptologist-led tour to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NEMC). Listen to anecdotes and learn about aspects of history you might not find out about on an independent visit as you explore part of the museum's vast collection of antiquities.

If you've just arrived in Egypt and you wish to brush up on your Egyptian history, a trip to the Pharaonic VIllage is a great idea, especially for those traveling with children. In the company of just your travel companions, this private tour takes you directly from your hotel and lets you learn as you explore.

Discover the history of the Coptic era in Egypt during this private tour through Cairo. Visit the key landmarks such as the Hanging Church, the Saint Sergius and Bacchus Church, the Cave Church, and much more. Your package is also inclusive of a delicious Egyptian lunch and round-trip hotel transfers to complete your experience.

Discover ancient Egypt’s wonders on a private half-day tour to the Giza Pyramids—the Great Pyramid of Giza, Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure—as well as the majestic Sphinx. Various tour options let you select the inclusions that suit your needs and budget, such as lunch, a short camel ride, or just a car and driver to keep things simple.

Visit Khan el-Khalili bazaar and the Madrassa of Sultan Hassan on a private walking tour that includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Walk through an Old City gate to the colorful, historic market, then see a 14th-century mosque and madrassa, or school, that is a landmark of Cairo’s Mamluk era.

Cairo is full of beautiful old churches, but knowing which ones to visit and understanding their significance can be a challenge without a guide. This themed tour demystifies the history of these sacred sites and includes transportation and the services of a private guide on this unique themed tour. You’ll visit the Church of Abu-Sergah, Church of St. Barbara, the Cave Church at the Monastery of Saint Simon, and more.

Discover Cairo’s iconic landmarks on a small group, 5-hour day trip to the pyramids and sphinx. Depart from your hotel in Giza or Cairo, and explore the ancient structures with an Egyptologist guide. See the Great Pyramid of Giza, visit the enigmatic Great Sphinx at Giza, thought to be the world’s oldest monumental sculpture, then get a glimpse of an ancient Egyptian tradition at the papyrus institute.

This incredible downtown Cairo half-day walking tour showcases the best of this fine city. Take to the streets with your friendly guide in the late afternoon and make your way to Zamalek Island, where you see where old meets new in this remarkable metropolis. Wander through Liberation Square (Midan Tahrir) and wonder at the newly painted graffiti as you take in street theater amid iconic 19th-century architecture. Your guide points out all of the highlights and lends context to the sites you see along the way. End your tour with a flavorful and authentic Egyptian dinner at a local restaurant.

Discover Cairo at night on a 3-hour city tour, and take in the glittering cityscape from the Cairo Tower. Walk the bustling streets of downtown, browse colorful storefronts on Talaat Harb and immerse yourself in the bustle of Ataba square; see historic buildings and the new opera house, then travel to the top of the tallest structure in North Africa.

Get a comprehensive overview of the only surviving Ancient Wonder of the World, the Giza Pyramids, on this private 4-hour tour. Explore all three pyramids, the great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple with a dedicated guide. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off and a visit to a panoramic area to capture views of all the structures at once.

Navigating Old Cairo without a guide can be hectic. Soak up the atmosphere without the hassle on this door-to-door private tour that focuses on Cairo’s Christian heritage. Visit the 7th-century Hanging Church then tour the crypt where some believe Mary, Joseph, and Jesus rested below the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus. Finally, explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue before enjoying a local restaurant lunch.

The Giza Pyramids, home of the Valley Temple, the Sphinx, and the three iconic pyramids, are tricky to reach by public transit and group tours can feel like a route march. Enjoy the personal service of your own private driver round-trip from your hotel on this convenient tour: you can upgrade to add a guide, a guide and entry fees, or a guide, entry fees, and a restaurant lunch.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of Egypt on a private full-day tour to the Pyramids of Giza, Dashur and Memphis from Cairo. Alongside an expert historian guide, travel to iconic wonders like the Great Pyramid of Giza and delve into the ancient history of Egypt’s former capital, Memphis. Marvel at the Red Pyramid in Dashur, hailed as the 'first pyramid', and behold the colossal stature of the Sphinx as you listen to illuminating commentary from your knowledgeable guide. Private full-day tour to Giza, Dashur and Memphis from Cairo Behold ancient wonders like the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx. Learn about the ancient history of Memphis, Egypt's former capital, on a guided visit Receive undivided attention from your guide on this private tour