Cairo Layover Excursion: Explore Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Coptic Cairo and Egyptian Bazaar

Make the most of your Cairo layover with our exciting excursion. Explore the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Coptic Cairo, and Egyptian Bazaar. Enjoy comfort, safety, and complimentary bottled water.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Giza Plateau - Anytime from 7:00 am or earlier, you’ll be picked up from Cairo airport by our expert tour guide, who will greet you with a sign displaying your name. You’ll then be transferred in a private A/C car to start your Cairo layover tour. Visit the Giza Pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Cheops. You have the option to enter any of the pyramids or ride a camel around them, but these activities require separate tickets that can be purchased on-site. Our guide will take you to the best spots for photos and assist you in capturing memorable moments. End your visit to the Giza Pyramids with a stop at the Valley Temple, known for mummification, and finally, visit the Sphinx, one of the largest and oldest in Egypt.

  • Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu) - Khufu’s pyramid complex includes a valley temple, now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman. Diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been found, but the site has not been excavated. The valley temple was connected to a causeway, which was largely destroyed when the village was built.

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

  • Menkaure Pyramid - Menkaure’s pyramid complex includes 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 to the valley temple. The mortuary temple also yielded several statues of Menkaure.

  • Great Sphinx - Conclude your layover tour with a visit to the Sphinx, located near the Valley Temple. The Sphinx is the oldest and largest in Egypt, featuring a lion’s body and a human head, symbolizing power and intellect. The face of the Sphinx is a portrait of Khafre, who built the middle pyramid of Giza.

  • Coptic Cairo - Then drive to Old Coptic Cairo to visit the Christian part of the city, including the oldest churches such as The Hanging Church, Abu Sergha, and the Jewish Synagogue of Ben Ezra. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant (not included in the tour price).

  • Khan Al-Khalili - After lunch, transfer to Khan Khalili Bazaar.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Transfers by Private A/C Latest Model Vehicle
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Entry Fees (Optional)
  • Guide (Optional)
  • Lunch (Optional)
  • Tipping
Additional Information

Cairo Stopover Adventure, Experience the Magic of the Time-Honored Metropolis
Embark on a thrilling exploration of the compelling Giza Pyramids, the mysterious Sphinx, the age-old Coptic Cairo, and the lively Egyptian Bazaar, all encompassed in a single stimulating trip. Immerse yourself in the enthralling history and heritage as you traverse the time-honored metropolis of Cairo.
Avail the maximum benefit from our distinctive All Transfers by Private A/C Latest Model Vehicle service. Tailored to satisfy your preference for comfort and safety, we ensure your travel across Cairo is nothing short of enjoyable. We also extend Hotel pickup and drop-off services to ensure hassle-free travels.
Stay replenished with complimentary bottled water as you tour Cairo, uncovering its fascinating wonders. Make the most of your stopover in Cairo with our meticulously designed adventure.

  • Entry fees includes basic area only
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Location
Giza Plateau
Cancellation Policy

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

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B1166vdsamanthav
May 23, 2024
Full day Cairo - We had a great day at Cairo with our guide Sayed Mahmoud. We also want to mention our driver Omar who drives very safe. Highly recommended.
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Kostas1910
May 1, 2024
Tour with Sayed!! - We went to an incredible tour with Sayed Mahmoud (our tour guide), and learned so many new things I couldn't even imagine!
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Q7495gcianm
Nov 7, 2021
Excellent professional service - Used Emo tours for several tours in Cairo and the service was excellent. I was allocated the same guide for all the tour's which was great for continuity. Thank you Sayed (Mahmoud), my guide. Sayed was very knowledgeable and accomodating. His recommendations were very sound and he was more than happy to rearrange the schedule for me. I added a side trip to the Serapium on the Saqqara trip. Would highly recommend EMO tours to anyone
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Liz17luc19
May 14, 2019
Best Tour we have had - Our tour guide Ahmed Tonsi from Emo Tours was the best we had ever had his information was so good and he was so friendly wish other travelers use him. We had gone to see Sphinx and Bazaar was fabulous Thanks Staford
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Michael
Apr 3, 2018
Great day with Adel and Emo - We had a great tour with Adel Hakem. The day included the major highlight of the pyramid complex where Adel shared his historical knowledge as well as his photography skills. Throughout the day, Adel was flexible so that we only saw what we wanted and we did not experience any required shopping or similar experiences that I have had on tours with other providers. It was a great day and I would absolutely book again with Adel and Emo tours.
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