Pyramids of Giza & the Great Sphinx

Pyramids of Giza & the Great Sphinx tours & activities

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When you think of Egypt, what comes to mind first? It’s hard to imagine anything other than the astounding magnitude of the Pyramids of Giza and the monumental Great Sphinx of Giza. These archaeological wonders are found at the Giza pyramid complex, also known as the Giza Necropolis or the Giza Plateau, approximately 13 km southwest of Cairo. Listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1979, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx regularly draw in millions of curious tourists from around the world.

Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza are made up of 3 massive pyramids, the Pyramid of Menkaure, Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Khufu, the last also commonly being referred to simply as the Great Pyramid of Giza for its immense height. All were painstakingly built during the fourth dynasty of ancient Egypt for the ruling pharaohs at the time, hence their names. No one knows for sure exactly how they were built, but one thing’s for certain: the Pyramids of Giza continue to faithfully preserve the genuine essence of Egypt.

A veil of mystery also surrounds the towering Great Sphinx of Giza that stands guard over the tombs on the east side of the Giza pyramid complex. The world-famous limestone statue of a recumbent sphinx is one of the oldest, largest, and most recognisable sculptures in the world. Most believe the sculpture’s head is modelled after Egyptian pharaoh Khafre, although the nose was subsequently destroyed for unknown reasons. Nonetheless, the Great Sphinx remains a magnificent emblem of Egypt.

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Cairo day trip from Sharm El Sheikh including flights
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Cairo day trip from Sharm El Sheikh including flights

Discover Cairo from Sharm El Sheikh with flights included and explore some of the iconic treasures of Egypt from pyramids to sphinxes with a guide.

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Memphis and Saqqara private tour with home cooked lunch from Cairo
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Memphis and Saqqara private tour with home cooked lunch from Cairo

Discover the history of Memphis and Saqqara and tast home cooked lunch in a rural village with family and friends.

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Full-day discover Saqqara Step Pyramid, Serapium and tomb of Mereruka
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Full-day discover Saqqara Step Pyramid, Serapium and tomb of Mereruka

Discover the endless treasures of Saqqara in full-day tour and explore all the secrets of Sakkara.

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Overnight tour of Cairo highlights from Marsa Alam
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Overnight tour of Cairo highlights from Marsa Alam

Book a great overnight tour of Cairo's highlights from Marsa Alam! Discover the beauty, history and culture of the city with a local guide.

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Cairo Deluxe trip from Marsa Alam including flights
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Cairo Deluxe trip from Marsa Alam including flights

Join a Cairo day trip from Marsa Alam with return flights. Explore some of the iconic treasures of Egypt from pyramids to sphinxes with a local guide at your side.

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Full-day the Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, Saqara and Dahshour
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Full-day the Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, Saqara and Dahshour

See a pyramids and explore the remains of a great city that once ruled Lower Egypt!

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Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum tour with lunch from Cairo
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Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum tour with lunch from Cairo

Book this tour where you can visit the most important highlights in Egypt which are Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum from Cairo.

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Full-Day Memphis, Sakkara, Giza Pyramids and Sphinx Tour from Cairo
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Full-Day Memphis, Sakkara, Giza Pyramids and Sphinx Tour from Cairo

See the most famous attractions in this full-day tour for you to see Memphis, Sakkara, Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, all the must-see sites in Cairo.

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Full-day Memphis, Saqqara and Dahshour
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Full-day Memphis, Saqqara and Dahshour

See ancient architecture that predates the Giza Pyramids on a full-day, tour of Dahshur, Memphis, and Saqqara.

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Pyramids of Giza & the Great Sphinx

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Reviews Pyramids of Giza & the Great Sphinx

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Kirsty, 25 Aug 2023

“The trip was amazing but the organisation at Sharm Airport was awful, we were just left and no one told us where we needed to be. I think there should be some snacks on the coach (either included or to purchase) as the gap between the start of the trip and lunch is huge. Overall the trip was very well organised and we were able to see many of the sights with an amazing tour guide. Clearer safety measures should be explained before arriving at the pyramids as tourists are high risk.”

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Marchant8 , 16 Mar 2023

“This was a private tour. The guide was good. Then took us to a perfume shop. The doors closed abd made to feel obligated to buy to leave. Most distressing. The similar with papyrus shop. Then amazing left in car with driver and taken to airport. We stayed in car until met by a representative. So would not recommend paying the extra.”

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Frequent Traveller, 03 Sept 2022

“2nd visit & 1st with Daughter. Positive - guide & driver excellent. Issues 1. Even though calling TUI Exp 3 X no conf by email. 2. Assured on a call water bottles will be supplied - nope had to buy own so very poor for a 20 hr day in 36 degree heat! 3. Booked & confirmed two weeks before holiday - evening before flying told no space & had to pick another day which messed other excursions. 4. Most of the artifacts from the museum have been moved to the new museum so not as good as 1st viisit”

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Chris , 26 Aug 2022

“A shame that on a tour to see the pyramids and museum time had to be devoted to taking customers to shops (perfume and papyrus) to try and earn the reps commission. An hour wasted which could have been better spent at the museum or pyramids or could have just flown back an hour earlier. Pick up was 25 minutes late, outbound flight was delayed by an hour and return flight the same.”

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