Private Tour: Giza Pyramids, Citadel, Old Cairo And Khan El-Khalili Bazaar

Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Cairo’s past and present with this comprehensive private tour. Explore the Giza Pyramids, Citadel, Old Cairo, and Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Giza Plateau - starts At 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By Tour guide to Start your full day tour visiting Giza Pyramids where you Visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos then Visit the Valley Temple where the Priests Mummified the dead body of King Chephren Also there you will have a close-up look at The Sphinx - The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren.

  • Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu) - The only completely preserved portrait of the king is a three-inch high ivory figurine found in a temple ruin of a later period at Abydos in 1903. All other reliefs and statues were found in fragments, and many buildings of Khufu are lost. Everything known about Khufu comes from inscriptions in his necropolis at Giza and later documents. For example, Khufu is the main character noted in the Westcar Papyrus from the 13th dynasty.

  • Khafre’s Pyramid - Khafre’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860. Others were found during successive excavations by Sieglin (1909–10), Junker, Reisner,

  • Menkaure Pyramid - Menkaure’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple. The mortuary temple also yielded several statues of Menkaure.

  • Great Sphinx - End your tour with a Visit to The Valley Temple where the Priests Mummified the dead body of king Chephren Also over there you will have a close-up look at The Sphinx - The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren and it`s the place where you can have an amazing Pictures for yourself with the Sphinx in many Funny Positions of Course our guide will help you in this matter.
    - Panoramic view of the Pyramids - Explore the timeless wonder of the ancient pyramids with our Panoramic view tour. Behold the majestic structures from all angles as you take in the breathtaking beauty of these iconic landmarks. Our expert guides will provide you with fascinating insights into the history and significance of the pyramids, making this an unforgettable experience.
    - Cairo Citadel - Then visit The Citadel Of Saladin where you visit Mohamed Ali Mosque that knows as The Alabaster Mosque
    - Old Egypt For Fine Art - In old Cairo, you will be able to visit the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue.

    - Khan Al-Khalili - Then Visit the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. The numerous shops in this district are known for trading fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques and much more .(1 hrs time Spent)

    Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo.

What's Included
  • Expert tour guide
  • Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private transfers in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
  • All entry fees included
  • Bottled water provided
What's Not Included
  • Lunch (Optional)
  • Personal Items
  • Tipping
Additional Information

Experience the essence of Cairo’s heritage with this comprehensive tour. Begin your journey at the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, marveling at the monumental wonders of ancient Egypt.

Next, venture to the Citadel of Saladin, a historic fortress with stunning mosques, including the iconic Mohamed Ali Mosque. Explore the charm of Old Cairo, where historic churches and synagogues tell tales of religious diversity.

Conclude your tour at Khan el Khalili Bazaar, a bustling marketplace alive with colors, scents, and a wide array of traditional goods. This tour offers a captivating blend of history, architecture, and culture, allowing you to immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Cairo’s past and present.

  • Entry fees includes basic area only
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Location
Almadar Global for Trade & Industrial Developments
North Teseen
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Aprilw92021
Sep 12, 2021
Best tour company- Tonsi and Ibrahim are the best! - Our favorite part of this experience was our driver Ibrahim and tour guide Tonsi. They both ensured our satisfaction, that we saw all the important spots, and that we enjoyed ourselves to the fullest! They were so hospitable. We felt safe and enjoyed ourselves. We trusted the both of them and they really exceeded our expectations. We recommend this company, tour, and always request Ibrahim and Tonsi! We really enjoyed experiencing the culture, the local people, the foods, and the history!! We will def be back again!
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Cborgbarthet
Sep 17, 2019
Emotours with Ehab Massoud ( aka Bob ) - Ehab was a great tour guide, showing us around the pyramids, sphyx museum and bazaar. Very very knowledgeable on every subject and very interactive. He made us feel completely relaxed and was always making sure we were comfortable. Great job Ehab Massoud! will definitely be using Emo Tours again.
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