Cairo: Giza Pyramids Camel Ride and Egyptian Museum Tour
Qasr El-Nil, Cairo
Enjoy a visit to the Giza Pyramids and a camel ride on a day trip in Cairo. Visit the Egyptian Museum to see the impressive display of more than 170,000 artifacts then eat lunch in a local restaurant.
This private Cairo tour is ideal for history and culture enthusiasts wanting to explore the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, and Old Cairo.
Highlights
- Visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of Egypt’s seven wonders.
- Explore the Egyptian Museum, the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East.
- Enjoy a 30-minute camel ride around the pyramids at sunset.
- Discover religious monuments in Old Cairo.
- Tour the Citadel of Salah El Din and learn about its historical significance.
Description
Your tour begins with a hotel pickup by a private guide. Start by exploring the Great Pyramid of Giza, built by Pharaoh Khufu (Cheops), known in hieroglyphs as “the one who rises on the horizon.” Then visit the pyramids of Khafre (Chephren) and Menkaure (Mykerinos), along with the Sphinx—an ideal photo opportunity.
Experience a 30-minute camel ride around the pyramids, offering views of the ancient architecture under the blue sky.
Next, visit the Egyptian Museum, home to over 170,000 artifacts spanning from the Pre-Dynastic Period to the Greco-Roman Era (c. 5500 BC–AD 364). After the museum, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant serving traditional Egyptian cuisine.
The tour concludes with visits to religious sites in Old Cairo and the Citadel of Salah El Din before returning you to your hotel.
Includes
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private professional tour guide
- Entrance fees to all included sites
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water throughout the trip
- Shopping tour in Cairo
- All taxes and service charges
Excludes
- Any extras not listed in the itinerary
- Tickets to enter inside the pyramids
- Tipping
- Beverages and water during lunch
Additional Information
Pickup and drop-off from Cairo Airport, Sphinx Airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Heliopolis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheraton Almatar, Sheikh Zayed City, Ring Road, Mirage City, Meridian Airport, or Madinty City incur additional costs.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and your camera. Booking in advance is recommended, especially for peak tourist seasons.
