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Magical layover Tour to the Pyramids and the Bazaar

Join the best Cairo Layover Tour to the Pyramids, Sphinx, & Khan El-Khalili Bazaar from the airport. In this tour, you will have the chance to visit Egypt’s famed Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and the tourist bazaar at Khan El-Khalili. Moreover, most layover travelers are first-timers; thus, they have never visited Cairo and the Pyramids, and they have not experienced Egypt in any way!

This Cairo layover tour features the great pyramids of Egypt, the Great Sphinx, as well as an amazing walking tour in the tourist market and the old Islamic medieval city to see the big old mosques, schools, and houses, as well as to discover the fortified city and explore its gates and walls.

Explore the Famous Pyramids

There is no doubt the Pyramids are the most famous tourist site ever. You can’t call yourself a world traveler unless you have stood in the shadows of the Sphinx. This tour features this very important site as well as Islamic old Cairo to enable you to get a taste of Egypt and Egyptian life as well.

We are the pioneers in Egypt in creating and facilitating Cairo layover tours since 2009. We pick you up from inside the terminal at Cairo Airport, meet, welcome you, and assist with airport formalities to make sure the process is done efficiently and as quickly as possible to get the most out of your transit time in Cairo.

A private Egyptologist tour guide is included within the price who will escort you all the time during the tour and will provide information about modern and ancient Egypt, as well as give you information and tell you about the Egyptian traditions and ways of life. The tour takes you inside the life of the Egyptians in the old Islamic medieval city to let you interact with the locals, take photos, taste their food, and drink Egyptian drinks.

Pick up from Cairo airport, meet, welcome & assist with airport formalities. Start a highlights tour to the famed Pyramids of Egypt as well as the Great Sphinx with an opportunity to stroll the city market at Khan El-Khalili. If time permits, there will be a fantastic walking tour in the old fortified city of Al-Qahira. Transfer you back to Cairo airport for your flight

Giza Pyramids

To begin our adventure, we will visit the Giza Pyramids. Here, you will have the opportunity to marvel at the iconic Great Pyramid of Khufu, along with the other magnificent pyramids that have stood the test of time.

The Great Sphinx

Following our exploration of the pyramids, we will proceed to the Great Sphinx. At this remarkable site, you can take in the grandeur of this ancient statue, which has become a symbol of Egypt’s rich history.

LUNCH: Egyptian Local Lunch

After visiting the Sphinx, we will enjoy a delicious Egyptian local lunch. This break will allow you to savor traditional dishes and recharge for the next part of our journey.

Khan El-Khalili Tourist Bazaar

Next, we will head to the vibrant Khan El-Khalili Tourist Bazaar. Here, you can immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere as you explore the myriad of shops and stalls, offering everything from spices to handcrafted souvenirs.

Al-Qahira Fortified Old City

Finally, we will conclude our tour at Al-Qahira Fortified Old City. As we explore this historic area, you will discover its ancient architecture and learn about its significance in Egypt’s history. This final stop will provide a fitting end to a day filled with unforgettable experiences.

  • Pickup services from Cairo Airport & return.
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Private Egyptologist guide.
  • Lunch meal at a local restaurant in Cairo.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
  • Mineral water while onboard the vehicle.
  • All your tours and excursions by a private with an A/C vehicle.
  • All service charges and taxes.

Giza Attractions

  • Giza Pyramids Complex.
  • The Great Sphinx.
  • The Valley Temple.

Cairo Attractions

  • Al Muizz Street
  • Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Price is quoted per person in USD

Solo Traveler: $ +70% of adult rate
2 to 3 people: $
4 to 6 people: $
7 to 15 people: $

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Prices: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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