Cairo Layover: Tour to Pyramids, Coptic Cairo & Khan Khalili

City and Historical Highlights Tour in Cairo

This full-day private tour covers the Giza Pyramids, Coptic Cairo, Islamic Cairo bazaars, and major historic sites, ideal for first-time visitors and culture enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Explore the Giza Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus
• Visit the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple
• Experience Coptic Cairo: Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Church of St. Barbara, Church of Abu Serga
• Discover Islamic Cairo’s Khan El Khalili bazaar with its brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, and antiques
• See the hanging obelisk and grand atrium at the museum and visit the gift shop

Description

Your private guide will pick you up from Cairo International Airport between 7:00 am and 11:00 am for a comprehensive sightseeing tour. Begin at the Giza Plateau to view the famous Pyramids and the Great Sphinx, plus the Valley Temple linked to the Pyramid of Chephren.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant before heading to Coptic Cairo, where you will visit key religious sites such as the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Church of St. Barbara, and Church of Abu Serga.

The next stop is Islamic Cairo to explore Khan El Khalili bazaar, known for its wide range of traditional crafts and goods. After the tour, you will be transferred back to Cairo International Airport.

Please note: entrance tickets allow access to the pyramid area but not inside the pyramids themselves. Entry to the inside of a pyramid requires an additional ticket bought on site.

Additional charges apply for pickups or drop-offs outside Cairo International Airport, including Sphinx Airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Heliopolis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheikh Zayed City, Ring Road, Mirage City, Meridian Airport, or Madinty City.

Includes

• Pickup and drop-off at Cairo International Airport
• All transfers in a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle
• Private professional tour guide
• Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
• Bottled water during transfers
• Shopping tour in Cairo
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• All taxes and service charges

Excludes

• Any extras not stated in the itinerary
• Tipping
• Beverages and water during lunch

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour date for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection. Booking early ensures your preferred pickup time and availability.