Excursions
Grand Egyptian Museum & Islamic Cairo
Tutankhamun in the new museum, then mosques, the Citadel and the old city.
The journey
Journey overview
Avoid the worst of the heat and the crowds. Panoramic point, time with the Sphinx, optional interior of a pyramid. Hotel pickup in Greater Cairo.
Day by day
Detailed itinerary
Day 1
Giza plateau
Hotel pickup in Greater Cairo. The three pyramids at a sensible hour, a panoramic viewpoint away from the densest coaches, and unhurried time with the Sphinx. This is a private morning, not a flag behind a bus.
A pyramid interior is optional — steep, hot, skippable. We explain the ticket and the climb before you pay extra. Return by early afternoon unless you add Saqqara the same day, which is a full honest combination, not a rush.
Hats, sunscreen, modest clothing. Bottled water in the car. Lunch is not included unless listed on your confirmation.
What’s in the price
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- Private vehicle and driver
- Licensed guide
- Listed entrance fees
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch unless listed
- Personal shopping
- Optional extras (pyramid interior, extra tombs)
- Tips
Good to know
Practical notes
Hats, sunscreen, modest clothing. Pyramid interiors are steep and optional.
Good to Know
Questions about this trip
Straight answers from the planning team — ask anything else and we reply within a working day.
How long is a typical day?
Most excursions from Cairo or Luxor are a full day: hotel pickup, visits with a licensed guide, and return in the late afternoon or evening. Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx lists the usual order on the itinerary. Alexandria and Dendera/Abydos are longer road days; say if you prefer an overnight instead.
Is this private or a shared group?
Private cars are the default for published days. Shared departures are used only when you ask for them (for example a Giftun boat or a balloon basket). Tell us how you prefer to travel when you enquire.
Can we combine two excursions?
Sometimes — it depends on geography, opening hours and heat. Giza plus Saqqara is a full, honest day; Giza plus the museum is usually better split. Send the two days you have in mind and we will say what is realistic.
How far in advance should I book?
For winter (October–April) and event dates — festivals, concerts, the 2027 eclipse — book as soon as you can. Shoulder season can often be arranged with a few weeks’ notice. Hotels in Luxor for 2 August 2027 sell out early.
Can this itinerary be customised?
Yes. Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx is a starting point. We adjust days, hotels, meals and extras (Abu Simbel, balloon, a pyramid interior) once we know who is travelling and what you want to skip.
How do payments work?
Published trips can be reserved on the site. For a custom amount we send a secure payment link. You receive written confirmation, inclusions and our cancellation terms before you travel.
Who will be our guide?
A licensed Egyptologist or local specialist, in French or English as you prefer. We introduce them before the day whenever we can. Drivers are not substitutes for guides at ticketed sites.
What about visas, packing and insurance?
Most visitors need a tourist visa (e-visa or on arrival). Pack light layers, modest dress for mosques, and sun protection. Comprehensive medical insurance with evacuation is required and not included. Full notes: visa, packing, health and insurance pages.
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