Giza pyramids
The Great Pyramid and the other two pyramids
5.0 on TripadvisorPrivate tour 2 Days Cairo & Giza Break
Two days, one night: pyramids, Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum on day 1, the Citadel and Khan el-Khalili on day 2.
- Duration
- 2 days / 1 night
- Route
- Cairo and Giza
- Transport
- Private vehicle
- Pace
- Two full sightseeing days, no free time
From, per person$2156 or more travellers · 3-star hotels
- Starts any day
- Free quote, no obligation
- Change anything you like
Why travellers choose this trip
This is the tightest program we sell. You land, go straight to Giza, sleep once in Cairo and spend the second day in the old city before your flight.
It works for a long layover, a business trip with a free day, or a first look before a longer visit. It works best if your flight lands in the morning. If it lands late, we swap the order and tell you what drops out.
It is not a relaxed trip. Both days are full and you see Cairo only. If you want Luxor or Aswan, take a longer break.
The Sphinx
On the east side of the complex
Grand Egyptian Museum
And its Grand Staircase
Tutankhamun
The full collection in one place
Citadel of Cairo
With the Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Khan el-Khalili
The bazaar
Your route
1Cairo1 night
2Giza
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 · Giza, CairoGiza and the Grand Egyptian Museum
Arrival. Your private Egyptologist guide meets you at the airport and helps you through arrival. The private air-conditioned vehicle then drives you straight to Giza, about 13 km southwest of central Cairo, so the pyramids come first and the hotel comes later in the day.
Morning. You walk around the three pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, and the guide explains who built each one and how they stand in relation to each other. The Sphinx comes next. Entrance fees for these sites are covered.
Afternoon. Lunch is not included, so the guide helps you choose a place before the Grand Egyptian Museum, about 2 km away. Inside you see the Tutankhamun collection of 5,398 pieces and the 11 m statue of Ramesses II, and the guide points out what is worth your time. Entrance is included.
Evening. The vehicle takes you to your hotel in Cairo and you check in for the night. Dinner is not included, and the guide can suggest places near the hotel.
- ReceptionMeet and assist at the airport
- Pick-upPrivate transfer to your hotel
- GuideYour private guide
- TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance feesIncluded for the sites of the day
- MealsNone included
Overnight in Cairo - 2
Day 2 · CairoThe Citadel and Khan el-Khalili
Morning. After breakfast at the hotel you check out, and your luggage travels in the vehicle. The first stop is the Citadel of Cairo. Your guide takes you to the Mosque of Muhammad Ali on the summit, which was begun around 1830 and finished in 1857.
Afternoon. From the Citadel you drive to Khan el-Khalili, beside the Al-Hussein Mosque. The first khan there dates to the 1380s, and the guide walks you through the bazaar and tells you what you are looking at. Lunch is not included, and the guide helps you choose a place nearby.
Departure. Your flight sets the timing. The private vehicle takes you to the airport when you need to leave, with the transfer and the entrance fees for the Citadel already covered.
- Drop-offPrivate transfer to the airport or station
- GuideYour private guide
- TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance feesIncluded for the sites of the day
- MealsBreakfast
Departure
How much does this 2-day trip cost?
| Per person, by group size | 3-star hotels | 4-star hotels | 5-star hotels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single traveller | $345 | $410 | $530 |
| Sharing a double room 2 travellers | $270 | $320 | $415 |
| 3 to 5 travellers | $240 | $280 | $365 |
| 6 or more travellers | $215 | $255 | $330 |
In US dollars, per person, for a private trip. The price in your written quote, made for your dates and group, is the one that counts. International flights are not included. Choose a hotel level in the booking box to see the total for your group.
Where you’ll stay
Cairo · 1 night
Hotel with breakfast.
What’s included
Included
- Meet and assist at the airport on arrival
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing drives
- 1 hotel night in Cairo with breakfast
- Sightseeing and entrance fees for the sites listed in the itinerary
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Bottled water, taxes and service charges
Not included
- International flights and the Egypt visa
- Optional tours and drinks
- Tips
Booking policies
Important information
- International flights, the Egypt visa, extra-ticket tombs, optional tours, drinks and tips are not included.
- Programs can start on any day. We may change a time, route or hotel for reasons we cannot control, and offer you the closest alternative.
- You need a valid passport and the right visa for your nationality. Apply on the official Egyptian eVisa portal.
- Tell us about any health, mobility or diet need before you book, so that we can plan around it.
Payment and deposit
- Prices are in US dollars and the price in your written quote is the one that counts.
- The deposit is 30 percent of the total price (50 percent for trips that start from 18 December to 5 January).
- The balance is due 15 days before arrival. If you book later than that, the full amount confirms the booking.
- Payment instructions come with your written quote.
Cancellation and refund
Send every cancellation by email so that we can confirm it in writing. The charge is a percentage of the tour price, and anything you paid above it is refunded.
| Days before arrival | Normal dates | 18 Dec to 5 Jan |
|---|---|---|
| Until 61 days | 20% | 35% |
| 60 to 31 days | 35% | 50% |
| 30 to 15 days | 50% | 75% |
| 14 to 1 days, or no-show | 100% | 100% |
A bank and payment fee of 6 percent is deducted from every refund. Full rules: terms and policies.
Children
- Children under 3 travel free.
- Children from 3 to 11.99 years pay 50 percent of the tour price.
- From 12 years, travellers pay the adult price.
Please give the age of every child at the time of travel when you ask for a quote.
Travel tips
Good to know before you go
Best time
October to April is the comfortable season. The Christmas and New Year weeks (18 December to 5 January) sell out first.
Visa
Many passports get an e-Visa online or a visa on arrival in Cairo. Check yours before you fly.
What to pack
Light layers, a hat, sunscreen and closed shoes. Cover shoulders and knees for mosques and churches.
Money & tipping
Cards work in hotels; carry small notes for tips. Tipping is expected but not included.
Traveller reviews
What our travellers say
A Fantastic Tour of Egypt
“The entire trip was seamlessly executed.”
Best tour guide!!
“He made our trip to the pyramids and Alexandria fun and memorable.”
Amazing 2 week trip
“My friends and I spent two weeks in Egypt and he was with us every step of the way.”
FAQ
Questions about this trip
Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp and a real person from our team will answer.
What if my flight lands in the afternoon?
Tell us the arrival time. If it is late, the pyramids move to day 2 and the Citadel may be dropped. We confirm the final order before you travel.
Do we see the pyramids from inside?
Going inside a pyramid is not part of this program. Ask us when you book if you want to discuss it.
Is the Tutankhamun mask in the Egyptian Museum or the Grand Egyptian Museum?
The gold mask was moved to the Grand Egyptian Museum, which is why this program uses it and not the Tahrir museum.
Add a day
Day tours you can add to this trip
5 Hours Cairo, Giza
Giza Pyramids & Sphinx Private Day Tour
- Private guide and car
- Free enquiry, no payment now
- Quote usually within 24 hours
8 Hours Cairo, Giza
Grand Egyptian Museum & Pyramids Day Tour
- Private guide and car
- Free enquiry, no payment now
- Quote usually within 24 hours
6 Hours Cairo
Islamic Cairo & Khan el-Khalili Private Day Tour
- Private guide and car
- Free enquiry, no payment now
- Quote usually within 24 hours
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