The Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the treasure-packed Egyptian Museum are all on the menu for this history-loaded full-day tour of Cairo. Prepare to be wowed by the timeless marvels of Egypt’s capital, an epicentre for all things Ancient Egypt. Ayman Prince, one of our local guides and Egyptologists, says, 'Even after countless visits, the Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum still blow my mind. The fact that we still don't fully understand how they built the pyramids back then is mind-blowing. It’s like witnessing a miracle.'

After an early start, you'll roll into the Giza Necropolis. Home to the iconic trio of pyramids, this UNESCO World Heritage Site takes Egypt straight out of the textbooks and puts it right in front of you. With your local guide, you'll explore the epic history of the pharaoh Cheops. Standing under the Great Pyramid – the largest of the three – you'll feel so small while soaking up those jaw-dropping desert views. You'll also check out the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure before standing in awe beneath the legendary Great Sphinx.

After lunch, it's off to central Cairo to visit the Egyptian Museum. With over 100 exhibition galleries, it houses the world's biggest collection of pharaonic artefacts. Stroll past statues, jewellery, relics, and aeons-old mummies, getting the inside scoop on the daily life and religious practices of ancient civilisations. And don't miss the showstopper – the golden mask of Tutankhamun. It's the perfect way to cap off the day.

Discover the UNESCO Giza Necropolis and the showstopping pyramids
See one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World – the Great Pyramid
Snap up pics of the Great Sphinx, a symbol of ancient Egypt
Visit the largest collection of Egyptian artefacts at the Cairo Museum
Follow your local Egyptologist guide with unrivalled knowledge

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on site:

Please note that you'll gain access to the pyramids area, but the entrance fees to get inside the pyramids (Cheops, Mykerinos or Kefren) are not included. The tickets available are limited and must be purchased on site, so access is not guaranteed. The adult entrance fee for the Cheops Great Pyramid is around EGP 900 and EGP 450 for children under 12. The adult entrance fee for Mykerinos or Kefren is around EGP 220 and EGP 110 for children under 12. Payment is available only with a credit card

Know in advance:

If possible, you may want to arrange a take-away breakfast box and late dinner with your hotel reception before the tour date
The pickup time starts after midnight and the journey to Cairo takes approximately 6-7 hours
At the museum, please ensure that cameras are used without flash
Infants (age 0-1) can join for free
A vegetarian meal is available on site
Tour duration and pickup time are simply guidelines subject to change based on operational conditions and your hotel location
It's recommended to wear comfortable clothing

Remember to bring: