Pyramids of Giza Timings, Duration & Visitor Info

Skip the lines and access the Giza Pyramids Complex, including the Sphinx and surrounding monuments.

• Get skip-the-line entry to the Giza Complex — no waiting at the ticket counter.
• Visit the exteriors of the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, and explore the site at your own pace.
• See the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple of Khafre, both accessible with this ticket.
• Upgrade your ticket to include entry inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu if you want to explore the King’s Chamber.
• You can also upgrade to a half-day guided tour with entry to the Giza Complex, hotel transfers, and insights from an expert.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to the Pyramids of Giza Complex

• Access to the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple

• Option to upgrade your ticket for entry inside The Great Pyramid

• Option to upgrade to a half-day guided tour of Giza Complex

Exclusions

• Entry inside other pyramids

• Transportation to and from the site

• Guided tour

Enter the Great Pyramid (Khufu) and bypass long queues with skip-the-line access to the Giza Complex.

• Explore the Great Pyramid of Giza from inside and see the King’s Chamber built for Pharaoh Khufu.
• Includes skip-the-line entry to the Giza Complex — no waiting at the main ticket counter.
• See the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure (exterior only), the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple.
• Opt for a variant with access to the interiors of the Queen’s Pyramid, if you’d like to explore more.
• Perfect for visitors who want to explore beyond the surface and access areas few get to see.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to the Giza Complex
• Interior access to the Great Pyramid of Khufu
• Interior access to the Queen’s Pyramid (if option selected)

Exclusions

• Guided tour
  • Transportation

Guided half-day tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with hotel transfers and shared or private group options.

• Tour the Giza Complex, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple with a multilingual guide (English, Arabic, German, French, Italian, and Spanish).
• See Egypt’s iconic landmarks from outside the ticketed areas and upgrade to enter the Giza Complex and see the pyramids up close.
• Choose between a shared or private group experience, with multilingual guides available in English, Arabic, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese (select your preferred language at checkout).
• Get hotel transfers in an A/C vehicle from Cairo or Giza, with frequent departures from 7am to 12 noon.

Inclusions

• Private or shared half-day guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx

• Multilingual guides available in English, Arabic, German, French, Italian, and Spanish

• Round-trip hotel transfers from Cairo or Giza in an A/C vehicle

Exclusions

• Entry tickets to the Giza Complex (unless option selected)

• Inside entry to the pyramids (can be purchased on-site)

Inclusions

• 8-hour guided tour of Giza

• Entry to Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, & Grand Egyptian Museum

• Visit to Khan el-Khalili Bazaar

• Shared or private hotel transfers in an A/C vehicle (based on option selected)

• Multilingual guide (English, Arabic, German, French, Italian, and Spanish)

• Traditional Egyptian lunch

• Bottled water

• Taxes & services

What to bring

• Carry a valid photo ID or passport and wear comfortable walking shoes.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags or suitcases are not allowed inside the museum.
• Professional photography equipment requires prior permission.
• Food and drinks are not permitted inside the museum exhibits.
• Sharp objects, weapons, or hazardous items are strictly prohibited.

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Accessibility

• The Grand Egyptian Museum and most areas of the Giza Complex are wheelchair accessible, with elevators and accessible restrooms available, though some uneven terrain near the pyramids may require assistance.

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Additional Information

• Tours include hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza.
• Licensed local guides provide historical and cultural insights.
• Entrance tickets are included unless stated otherwise.
• Lunch is served at a local restaurant with Egyptian cuisine.
• Both private and shared group tour options are available.
• Entry to the Great Pyramid of Khufu is not included and can be purchased separately on the day of your visit at the site.

Inclusions

• Guided half-day tour of the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and papyrus, perfume, and carpet-making centers

• Tour available in Arabic and English

• Entry ticket to the Giza Complex

• Transportation in an A/C vehicle

• Transfer from InterContinental Cairo Semiramis or Mamlouk Pyramids Hotel, based on your selected pickup location.

Exclusions

• Entry inside the pyramids (can be purchased on-site)

• Hotel transfers

• Lunch

Skip the lines and explore Egypt’s greatest wonders with one value-packed combo ticket.

• Save time and money with this combo. Witness the epic Pyramids of Giza and dive into ancient treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum.
• You'll witness the iconic Pyramids and Great Sphinx, plus 100,000+ artifacts, 12 galleries, the Grand Staircase, and the Hanging Obelisk at the museum.
• Learn all about Ancient Egypt as you admire the tools, statues, jewelry, pottery, and coins used back then.

Inclusions Pyramids of Giza

• Skip-the-line entry to the Pyramids of Giza Complex

• Access to the Great Sphinx area

Grand Egyptian Museum

• Skip-the-line entry to the Grand Egyptian Museum

• Access to 12 galleries

Pyramids of Giza

• Tip: Head to the Panoramic Point for the best full view of all three pyramids. It’s well worth the 10-minute walk for an unforgettable photo.
• The site is not fully wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain.
• Photography with mobile phones is free, but professional cameras may require a permit.

Grand Egyptian Museum

• Tip: Look up! The ceiling of the main atrium is designed to mimic the alignment of the stars in ancient Egyptian astronomy.
• Keep in mind outside food & beverages, drones, selfie sticks, and tripods are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
• Flash photography is not allowed inside the venue.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Please take note of the timings below:

• Daily (except Saturday and Wednesday):
  • GEM Complex: 8:30am – 7pm
  • Galleries: 9am – 6pm
  • Last entry: 5pm
• Saturday and Wednesday:
  • GEM Complex: 8:30am – 10pm
  • Galleries: 9am – 9pm
  • Last entry: 8pm

Full-day tour with a female guide to see the pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili Bazaar with lunch & transfers.

• Join a shared group tour of Cairo and Giza led by a female guide, in English, Arabic, French, Spanish, Italian, and German.
• Visit the Giza Complex to see the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple — entry tickets are not included unless selected; sites are viewed from outside the ticketed area.
• Stop at the Egyptian Museum, home to ancient treasures and the golden mask of Tutankhamun — entry ticket is only included in select variants.
• Wander through the historic Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, a bustling 14th-century market filled with spices, crafts, and souvenirs.
• Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo/Giza, plus a traditional Egyptian lunch and time at Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.

Inclusions

• Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Cairo or Giza

• Shared transfers in an A/C vehicle

• Multilingual guides available in Arabic, English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German.

• Skip-the-line entry to the Giza Complex (if option selected)

• Entry to the Egyptian Museum (if option selected)

• Egyptian lunch at a restaurant

• Visit to the Khan El Khalili Bazaar

• Group size: 1–20 guests

Exclusions

• Entry inside the Great Pyramid (can be purchased on-site)

• Tips

Guided tour from Cairo to Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis with hotel transfers, lunch, and an upgrade to enter the Great Pyramid.

• Full-day guided tour of the Giza Complex, Saqqara’s Step Pyramid, and ancient Memphis, led by an expert guide.
• See the exteriors of the Great Pyramid, Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, the Sphinx, Valley Temple, Saqqara tombs, and the ruins at Memphis.
• Entry tickets to all sites are not included in the base tour — upgrade your ticket to access interior areas and get closer to the monuments.
• Choose between a shared group or private tour; upgrade to add a 30-minute camel ride and a photographer.
• Includes round-trip hotel transfers from Cairo or Giza and a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant.
• Tours available in English, Arabic, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese — select your preferred language at checkout.

Inclusions

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in A/C vehicle from Cairo or Giza (shared or private)

• Guided tour with an Egyptologist

• Egyptian lunch with veg and non-veg options

• Exterior access to the Giza Complex, Saqqara, and Memphis (entry to Giza Complex only if option selected)

• 30-minute camel ride and photographer (if option selected)

• All service charges and taxes

Exclusions

• Entry inside the Pyramids

• Personal expenses

• Tips

Private or shared group tour with an expert guide to explore the Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Khan Khalili Bazaar.

• Enjoy a shared or a private tour, led by a friendly and knowledgeable Egyptologist guide.
• Tours available in Arabic, English, German, French, Italian, & Spanish for a more personalized experience.
• Visit the Giza Pyramids, stand before the Sphinx, and explore the Valley Temple, once used for pharaohs' rituals and mummification.
• Dive into the vibrant energy of the Khan Khalili Bazaar, where you can shop for souvenirs and experience Cairo’s historic marketplace.
• Step back in time at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, home to countless treasures and artifacts that bring ancient Egypt’s history and culture to life.
• Enjoy a stress-free experience with included hotel or airport pickup and drop-off, plus a delicious lunch to complete your day.

Inclusions

• Shared or private tour (based on option selected)

• Bottled water

• Egyptologist tour guide

• Lunch with an international buffet (veg and non-veg options provided)

• Multilingual tour in Arabic, English, German, French, Italian, & Spanish

• All taxes and service charges

• Access to Giza Complex (Pyramids area, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple)

• Entry and access to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities and Khan Khalili Bazaar in Cairo

Exclusions

• Tipping

• Personal items

• Entry inside any of the pyramids

• Drinks at lunch

• Gratuities

Inclusions

• Pickup and drop off services from Cairo or Giza

• Air-conditioned vehicle for transport

• 1-hour quad ride

• 30 minute or 1-hour camel ride (based on the option selected)

• Expert tour leader

• Multilingual tour in Arabic, English, French, Spanish, Italian, German

• Tea or soft drink and mineral water

• Taxes and service charges

Exclusions

• Entry to the Pyramids of Giza

• Entry to the Great Sphinx