Highlights of Cairo during a half-day excursion

Experience Cairo’s Best in a Few Hours

Fixed Price per tour for up to 5 people (For larger groups, please contact me)

“This tour can only be booked between May 1st and October 1st. Any date outside this range falls within the high season and will require the full-day fee.”

Discover the rich history and cultural wonders of Cairo with a private half-day excursion, designed for those looking to experience the city’s most iconic sites in just a few hours. Led by a professional Egyptologist guide Ramses XII, this tour offers flexibility in both timing and itinerary, making it perfect for visitors with limited time. Whether you’re captivated by the grandeur of the Pyramids of Giza, the spiritual depth of Coptic and Islamic Cairo, or the timeless treasures of Saqqara, this tour is tailored to immerse you in Cairo’s heritage.

This package includes guiding fees, a dedicated driver, and an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and personalized journey. Optional experiences, such as camel rides, lunch, and shopping, can further enhance your day. Explore the essence of Cairo with expert guidance and a flexible schedule designed to suit your needs.

Fixed Price: per tour for up to 5 people (For larger groups, please contact me)

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Hotel/ Residence/ Cairo or Giza

PICK UP TIME/ TOUR DURATION

Flexible pick-up time – Around 3-4 Hours

INCLUDED

Guiding Fees	Dedicated Driver
AC vehicle	Taxes and Permissions

NOT INCLUDED

Entrance fees

Meals

*** Recommended Half-day Cairo Tours ***

Giza Pyramids & The Sphinx Half-Day Tour

Embark on an unforgettable half-day adventure with a private tour in Cairo to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Led by an expert Cairo private tour guide, this experience will unravel the hidden secrets and treasures of the Giza Plateau, allowing you to decode the enigmatic mysteries of the Great Sphinx, preserved for thousands of years. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza step by step, delve into their rich history, and pay your respects at the opened tombs of prominent figures like Queen Meresankh, the esteemed wife of Pharaoh Khafre, gaining insight into the royal past.

Our journey continues as we ascend to the panoramic vista of the Giza Plateau, where you’ll capture exceptional photos and enjoy an unforgettable camel ride while taking in the breathtaking scenery. The grand finale unfolds at the Valley Temple of Khafre and the iconic Great Sphinx, where ancient history comes to life before your eyes. After this awe-inspiring visit, you have the option to indulge in a leisurely lunch and shopping.

Highlights:

Flexible Pick-up: Available from 7:30 am with the latest pick-up at 12:00 pm.

The Great Pyramid of Khufu

Giza Plateau panoramic view

The Valley Temple of Khafre

The Sphinx

Camel Ride (30 Minutes Max – optional)

Lunch time (Optional)

Shopping (Optional)

The round trip is approximately 1 hour in duration.

Whether you’re on a trip to the Pyramids of Giza or looking for a Cairo day tour, this half-day experience is perfect for those seeking a rich cultural journey with me as your private guide in Cairo.

Grand Egyptian Museum Half-Day Tour

On the Grand Egyptian Museum Tour, immerse yourself in Egypt’s rich heritage as you step into the stunning Grand Hall and ascend the Grand Staircase for a breathtaking view of the Giza Pyramids. Discover artifacts across the ages in extensive exhibition halls, with treasures from the Old Kingdom through the Greco-Roman era, offering an unforgettable glimpse into ancient Egyptian civilization. Conclude your journey with a stroll through the commercial arcade, perfect for unique souvenirs and mementos

Highlights:

Flexible Pick-up: Available from 8:30 am with the latest pick-up at 12:00 pm.

The Grand Hall

Exhibition halls ( from the Old Kingdom to the Greco-Roman Period)

The Grand Staircase

Comercial arcade

Around 1-hour round trip

Islamic Cairo and & The Bazaar Half-Day City Tour

Al Moez Street and Khan Al Khalili Tour

followed by a visit to Al-Moez Street, the heart of Islamic Cairo, where you’ll see the great mosques and monuments of the Muslim Sultans. Finally, we’ll blend in with the locals at the Khan Al-Khalili market area.

Highlights:

Flexible Pick-up: Available from 8:30 am.

Explore Almoez Street ( Monumental Mosques and Madarasa Complexes)

Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar

Duration: Approximately 1 hour for the round trip.

Lunch Break (Optional).

This half-day Cairo day tour is an excellent way to experience the city’s rich religious history with a knowledgeable Cairo tour guide.

Coptic Cairo & Ben Ezra Synagogue Half-Day City Tour

Highlights:

Flexible Pick-up: Available from 8:30 am.

The Hanging Church

Church and dungeon of St. George

Church of The Two Martyrs ( The holy Family Cavern)

Ben Ezra Synagiuge

Duration: Approximately 1 hour for the round trip.

Lunch Break (Optional).

This half-day Cairo day tour is an excellent way to experience the city’s rich Christian history with a knowledgeable Cairo tour guide.

Cairo Historic Mosques & mausoleums Half-day tour

Mohamed Ali Pasa Alabster Mosque (Cairo Citadel), Sultan Hassan & Al Rifai’i Mosque

Join me for a captivating private tour in Cairo Egypt as we explore the city’s rich history on our Half-Day Cairo Historic Mosques & Mausoleums Tour. We’ll begin at the iconic Cairo Citadel, home to the breathtaking Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha, where you can also explore his mausoleum. Next, we’ll visit the Sultan Hassan Mosque, renowned as the most exquisite mosque from the Mamluk era. Finally, we’ll visit Al-Rifa’i Mosque, notable for its stunning architecture and the mausoleums of Farouk I, the last King of Egypt, and Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover Cairo’s cultural treasures in just half a day!

Tour Highlights:

Flexible Pick-up: Available from 7:30 am with the latest pick-up at 12:00 pm.

90 minutes round trip.

Cairo Citadel and Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali

Sultan Hassan Mosque

Al Rifa’i Mosque

Including the Mausoleum of Mohamed Ali Pasa, Farouq I, Last King of Egypt, and the Last Shah of Iran Mohamed Reza.

For those wondering, “Is Cairo safe for American tourists?” rest assured that this Cairo private tour guide Service ensures a secure and enriching experience throughout your Cairo day tour.

Dahshur Pyramids Half-Day Tour: Discover the Red and Bent Pyramids

On the Dahshur Pyramids Half-Day Tour, explore the fascinating Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid of King Snefru, both from the outside and within, gaining a unique perspective on ancient pyramid design. Visit the Funerary Temple of King Snefru and learn about the intriguing construction innovations of the Old Kingdom. a memorable experience at one of Egypt’s lesser-known yet remarkable archaeological sites.

Tour Highlights:

Flexible Pick-up: Available from 7:30 am with the latest pick-up at 12:00 pm.
Enjoy a 90-minute round trip.
The Red Pyramid ( Outside and Inside)
The Bent Pyramid ( Outside and Inside)
The Funerary Temple of King Snefru
Shopping (optional)
Lunch (Optional)

Saqqara Necropolis Half-Day Pyramids Tour

Discover Saqqara, a timeless burial ground where pharaohs, nobles, and even commoners have rested for over 3000 years. Home to the Djoser Complex, humanity’s first stone marvel, the iconic Step Pyramid is a testament to Egypt’s ancient engineering prowess.

This Egyptian pyramids tour takes you on a captivating journey through Saqqara’s hidden treasures in just a day. We’ll unveil numerous pyramid complexes, journey within these architectural marvels, and pay homage at the tombs of noble pharaohs’ confidants and viziers from the Pyramid Age.

But that’s not all; we’ll tread upon the hallowed resting place of New Kingdom luminaries. During this epoch, the enigmatic Saqqara Serapeum was erected, entombing the sacred bull, Ptah, the venerated deity of Memphis and the patron of Egypt’s skilled artisans.

Tour Highlights:

Flexible Pick-up: Available from 7:30 am with the latest pick-up at 12:00 pm.
Enjoy a 90-minute round trip.
The Step Pyramid
King Teti Pyramid Complex.
Explore the Tombs of Kagemni, Meryruka, Ankhmahor, Nefer-Seshem-Ptah, and Nikauisesi.
Shopping (optional)
Lunch (Optional)

For those considering a Cairo day tour from the airport or a day tour from Cairo to Alexandria, this private guide in Cairo offers flexible itineraries that can be tailored to meet your specific interests or group size.

Please note that all of my tour itineraries, including this one, can be tailored, expanded, or shortened to accommodate your specific interests or group size upon request.