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Pyramids, Bazaar and Citadel Tour with Photographer
- Don't miss out on this iconic guided tour through Cairo that shows you must-visit landmarks, enjoy quintessential experiences, and stumble through age-old bazaars
- Pick up intriguing facts about Cairo's sublime history from your expert tour guide, who will navigate your tour
- A professional photographer will also accompany you, capturing real candids, top-notch portraits, and family pictures- whatever you need!
- You'll explore the majestic Pyramids of Giza, enjoy a short camel ride through the Sahara Desert and visit the Sphinx of Giza
- After a scrumptious lunch (at your own expense), you'll continue to the Citadel of Cairo, and explore this UNESCO stone structure while visiting the ancient edifices of the city
- Finally, visit the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, filled to the brim with ancient culture, and shop for souvenirs- well-crafted jewelry, handicrafts, and decorations
- Convenient round-trip hotel transfers on an air-conditioned vehicle make sure you don't have to arrange for transportation
- Expert Egyptologist tour guide
- Round-trip hotel transfers on an air-conditioned vehicle
- Camel ride in the Sahara Desert
- Photographer
- Bottled mineral water
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Quad Biking Tour of the Pyramids with Optional Camel Ride
- Have a go at quad biking through the stretch of the Giza Plateau on this tour complete with hotel transfers.
- Look at the pyramids of Giza up close and get a crash course about their ancient history thanks to your friendly guide.
- You will also get to see the spectacular Sphinx statue, apart from other architectural wonders of the Giza Plateau.
- The tour also includes a camel ride in the desert around the Pyramids.
- 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
- Tea or soft drink and mineral water
- Taxes and service charges
- Hotel pick-up from Cairo or Giza
- Quad adventure
- Sahara City for tea & soft drink
- Camel ride
- Hotel drop-off
- Tip: It is recommended that you have international travel insurance as this is a self-driving activity prone to risk.
- The location of the tour will be in the Sahara Desert which is outside the Pyramids and Sphinx area. Quad biking is not allowed inside the Pyramids area.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
All Your Giza Camel Safari Options
Guided Tour
The best way to learn about the history of the Pyramids of Giza and ancient Egypt is to opt for a guided tour. On a Giza Camel Safari, you’ll be accompanied by an expert local tour guide. They will come along on your trip and also guide you on your bike ride or safari.
Camel Safari
Explore the area at a slow pace while going on a camel ride in the desert around the Pyramids. You can see these wonders of ancient Egypt from the back of a camel and experience the pyramids away from the crowds from the quiet of the Sahara Desert.
Quad Bike Ride
Experience the Pyramids of Giza in a unique way - on a quad bike! You will go riding around the pyramids and get to see the three Pyramids, and the spectacular Sphinx up close. On the tour, you can also continue on to Sahara City, and enjoy some traditional tea.
What to See at the Pyramids of Giza
The Pyramids of Giza complex is packed with ancient monuments built by a succession of pharaohs. While there is a lot of ground to cover, here are some of the top highlights.
The Great Pyramid of Giza
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built by the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Khufu in 2600 BC. When it was completed, it was the tallest building in the world. Today it stands at 137 m (449 ft) tall.
Pyramid of Khafre
Though it is slightly smaller than the Great Pyramid, the Pyramid of Khafre still stands at an impressive 136 m (448 ft). It was built for the pharaoh Khafre in 2570 BC. Unfortunately, its treasures were plundered in ancient and medieval times.
Pyramid of Menkaure
The smallest of the Giza Pyramids, The Pyramid of Menkaure is 62 m (203 ft) high. It was completed around 2510 BC by the pharaoh's son after his death. Its north face was damaged by a Sultan of Cairo who tried to demolish it.
Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx is a colossal sandstone statue of a mythical creature with the head of a man, and the body of a lion. It is said that its face was modelled after Pharaoh Khafre. The Sphinx is 20 m (66 ft) tall and 73 m (240 ft) long, and is famous for its broken nose.
Pyramids of Giza Camel Safari FAQs
A. Yes. Pyramids of Giza Camel Safaris are available. You can book your tickets here.
A. You’ll travel on an air-conditioned coach with an expert tour guide and priority access to the Pyramids of Giza. Depending on your ticket, you’ll also get to go on a quad-bike ride around the pyramids.
A. The average duration of a Pyramids of Giza tour is around 2-4 hours. However the camel ride itself is lasts around 1 hour.
A. It depends on the tour you book. Some offer a full refund on canceling this ticket up to 24 hours before the schedule. Please check before you book your tour.
A. Yes, depending on your ticket, you’ll avail the services of an expert accompanied by an Egyptologist tour guide. Please ensure to check whether the tour is multi-lingual, or available only in a specific language.
A. Yes, return transfers are included in a Pyramids of Giza Camel Safari. However, depending on the tour you book, you will either be picked up from your hotel or a common meeting point.