From El Sokhna Port : Giza Pyramid & Egyptian Museum

Qasr El-Nil, Cairo



Discover the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and the world-renowned Egyptian Museum on a full-day private tour from El Sokhna port with expert guides and comfortable transfers.

Sun Pyramids Tours: Cairo Day Trip from Alexandria Port

This guided day tour from Alexandria Port suits travelers interested in exploring Cairo’s ancient landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum.

Highlights

  • Explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza outside area.
  • See the Great Sphinx of Giza.
  • Visit the Valley Temple linked to Pharaoh Khafre’s pyramid.
  • View over 250,000 artifacts in the Egyptian Museum.
  • Enjoy authentic Egyptian cuisine at a local restaurant.

Description

Upon your cruise’s arrival at Alexandria Port, a tour manager holding a placard with your name will greet you. You will then transfer in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a three-hour drive to Cairo.

Your guided exploration includes the Pyramids of Giza—Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus—and the nearby Great Sphinx, a limestone statue with a lion’s body and human head. At the Valley Temple within the Giza Plateau, learn about funerary rituals related to Pharaoh Khafre.

Following this, enjoy a lunch of authentic Egyptian dishes at a local restaurant. The tour continues at the Egyptian Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. The museum offers insight into over 5,000 years of Egyptian history.

Please note: The entrance ticket covers access to the pyramid complex’s external area only. Entry inside any pyramid requires a separate ticket, payable on site.

After the tour, you will be transferred back to Alexandria Port to rejoin your cruise.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at El Sokhna Port
  • Transportation in a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Shopping tour in Cairo
  • Entry fees to all listed sites (excluding pyramid interior)
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Bottled water during the trip

Excludes

  • Extras not listed in the itinerary
  • Tips
  • Entry ticket inside the pyramids

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection. The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon to avoid midday heat. If you plan to enter a pyramid, bring extra cash for on-site ticket purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
You will travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from El Sokhna Port to Cairo for the tour.
A professional tour manager will greet you at the port and provide commentary throughout the day.
Yes, the Great Sphinx of Giza is one of the main sites included in the tour itinerary.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to the Egyptian Museum, where you can see over 250,000 ancient artifacts.
Lunch is served at a local restaurant offering authentic Egyptian cuisine in Cairo.
Yes, the tour is designed for travelers interested in exploring Egypt's ancient history and culture.
Check the official website for the current opening hours of the Egyptian Museum before your tour date.
Yes, this tour is specifically arranged for travelers arriving at Alexandria port.

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