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Half-Day Guided Tour of Giza Pyramids & Sphinx with Entry Tickets

Tourists riding camels near the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx in Egypt.
Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with tourists in Cairo, Egypt.
Tourist sitting near Giza Pyramids and Sphinx in Egypt.
Giza Pyramid with nearby shops and tourists on a guided half-day tour.

Duration

4 hr

Open today

7:00am - 5:00pm

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

4.5/5(139)

Eugen Z

Solo
Verified booking
Mar 2026
I liked the tour guide the best. He was a nice, friendly person. He was attentive, explained things clearly, answered my questions, and takes great photos.

Laurence D

Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
The group was made of just 3 people and the guide Ibrahim was excellent: he gave us a lot of information and reminded the basic rules to follow on site.
    • Go on a guided tour of the Giza Complex— see the pyramids’ exteriors, the Great Sphinx and surrounding monuments.

    • Walk around the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre & Menkaure and learn about their engineering, history, and ancient construction.

    • Stand before the Great Sphinx and explore the Valley Temple, uncovering symbolism and royal burial rituals.

    • Visit smaller tombs, causeways & monuments across the plateau for a fuller understanding of the Giza necropolis.

    • Choose between a shared tour or a private tour with a dedicated guide and a customizable itinerary.

    • Private or shared half-day guided tour of the Giza Complex (as per option selected)

    • Tour available in English or Arabic

    • Expert local guide

    • Entry to the Giza Complex

    • Access to the exterior of the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, & Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, & the surrounding monuments in the complex

  • TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
    Start point

    Giza

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    Giza Complex

    1. Giza Complex

    3 hr
    4 attractions

    Sightseeing & Guided tour

    Highlights

    End point

    Giza

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    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 139 reviews

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    Guests from Italy, Germany, Saudi Arabia and over 10 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Stefano T

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    We loved everything so much. Our guide, Hayam, was fantastic—one of the best guides we’ve ever had. Kudos on everything

    Julie B

    Solo
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    Had a great time today ! Thank you especially to the wonderful tour guide Youmna for showing me around ! Until next time Inshallah 😍

    Arefin S

    Family
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    Our guide Youmna was fantastic, explained everything in a very detailed way but also in simple language and was very helpful for local advice.

    Richard K

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Apr 2026
    Hayam was a great guide who unlocked the wonders of the Pyramids!

    Jos B

    Solo
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    Very knowledgeable guise Youmna. Nice personal touch.
  • Explore the Giza Complex with an expert guide. Visit the exterior of the pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and historic monuments.

    Getting started

    Your experience begins when you meet your guide directly at the Giza Complex.

    What to expect

    • Guided pyramid exploration: Walk around the exteriors of the Pyramids of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre and Pyramid of Menkaure with a knowledgeable guide, learning about their construction and historical context.

    • The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple: Stand before the legendary Great Sphinx of Giza, appreciate its scale, and explore nearby monuments such as the Valley Temple of Khafre, with insight into their symbolic and ritual significance.

    • Surrounding monuments & Giza Complex layout: You’ll get to see lesser-known tombs, causeways, and monuments that together form the broader Giza Complex, gaining a fuller sense of the ancient complex.

  • What to bring

    • Bring your ticket for the experience (covers entry to the Giza Complex and interior access to the Great Pyramid).

    • Valid ID if you are planning to purchase tickets on-site.

    • Bring a hat and sunscreen as the area is mostly open desert

    • Students must bring their ID for discounted entry.

    Accessibility

    • The site is not fully wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain.

    Additional information

    • Free entry for children below 6 years.

    • Photography with mobile phones is free; additional charges may apply for professional cameras.

    • Meeting point times will be communicated directly to the guest via WhatsApp the night before the tour.

    • Inside the pyramid access requires a separate ticket, which is available for purchase on-site.

    • Tours operate in small groups of up to 8 people. Private tour pricing is based on a minimum of 2 guests, even if only one person books.

    • During the holy month of Ramadan, the available pickup slots are 8am, 9am, 10am, and 11am.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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