Giza Pyramids Tour: Great Pyramid, Sphinx & Memphis Full Day
Complete Giza pyramids tour with Great Pyramid entry, Sphinx encounter, Solar Boat Museum & Memphis. Expert Egyptologist guide brings 4,500 years to life.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before
About this tour
Embark on the ultimate Egypt pyramids tour, a comprehensive full-day journey through 4,500 years of ancient Egyptian civilization at the legendary Giza complex and historic Memphis. Stand in awe before the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, rising 146 meters into the desert sky with over 2.3 million limestone blocks. Venture deep inside this architectural marvel (optional entry) through the narrow Grand Gallery to reach the King's Chamber, where pharaohs once rested for eternity. Face the enigmatic Great Sphinx, carved from a single limestone outcrop around 2500 BCE, its weathered features still guarding ancient secrets after millennia. Your expert Egyptologist guide reveals fascinating construction techniques, astronomical alignments, and burial rituals that defined Old Kingdom Egypt (2686-2181 BCE). The adventure continues at Memphis, Egypt's first capital founded around 3100 BCE, where the colossal 10-meter Ramesses II statue and exquisite alabaster Sphinx showcase New Kingdom artistry. This premium Cairo excursion includes the exclusive Solar Boat Museum, housing Khufu's reconstructed 4,600-year-old cedar vessel. Best visited during cooler months (October-March), this comprehensive Giza tour offers unparalleled access to humanity's greatest archaeological treasures.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Great Pyramid of Khufu
Marvel at the last standing Wonder of the Ancient World, built over 20 years using 2.3 million stone blocks. Optionally descend through the narrow Grand Gallery to reach the mysterious King's Chamber, where Pharaoh Khufu's sarcophagus has stood empty for millennia.
Great Sphinx & Valley Temple
Stand face-to-face with the 73-meter-long limestone Sphinx, carved around 2500 BCE with Pharaoh Khafre's face. Explore the adjacent Valley Temple with its precisely cut granite blocks and learn about ancient mummification rituals performed here.
Pyramids Panoramic Viewpoint
Capture the iconic alignment of all three Giza pyramids from the desert plateau's best vantage point. Your guide explains how these monuments served as eternal resting places for three generations of Fourth Dynasty pharaohs.
Memphis Archaeological Site
Explore Egypt's ancient capital through its open-air museum, home to the magnificent 10-meter Ramesses II colossus carved from pink granite. Discover the smaller alabaster Sphinx and learn how Memphis controlled the Nile Delta for over 3,000 years.
Pricing
Standard
| Season | Solo | 2-4 Pax | 5-8 Pax | 9-16 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak (Oct-Apr) | $130 | $90 | $70 | $55 |
| Low (May-Sep) | $110 | $75 | $60 | $45 |
Includes
- Expert Egyptologist guide with university qualifications
- Luxury air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
- Round-trip hotel transfers from Cairo accommodations
- Giza Pyramids complex entrance tickets
- Great Sphinx and Valley Temple access
- Memphis open-air museum entrance fees
- Traditional Egyptian lunch at local restaurant
- Complimentary bottled water throughout the day
Excludes
- Great Pyramid interior entry ticket (400 EGP optional)
- Photography permits for interior pyramid shots
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Personal expenses and souvenir purchases
- Additional beverages beyond included water
Why book with us?
- Licensed tour operator
- 4.9/5 from 2,000+ reviews
- Free cancellation (14 days)
- Small group or private