Cairo Pyramids of Giza & GEM Museum Day Tour

The GEM Museum holds the complete treasure collection of Tutankhamun, moved there for the first time since its discovery in 1922.

A full-day tour of Cairo's Pyramids of Giza and the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum combines two of Egypt's most significant historical sites in a single itinerary. An English-speaking guide leads the experience, hotel pickup is included, and the pacing allows time for both immersion and personal exploration. Children from age 6 are welcome. Entrance tickets are arranged separately.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Pyramids and GEM Museum

• Explore Pyramids of Giza
• Visit GEM Museum

The experience

Start from your hotel in Cairo and travel to the Pyramids of Giza, where three royal tombs from the Old Kingdom (built for Cheops, Kephren and Mykrenos) stand on the plateau. The Great Pyramid is the last remaining wonder of the ancient world's seven wonders. Your guide shares the history and context of each structure, and you have time to walk the grounds, photograph, and absorb the scale of what you're standing in front of without being hurried to the next stop.

The second half of the day takes you to the Grand Egyptian Museum, which opened in 2026. The collection includes artifacts spanning Egyptian history, but the centerpiece is the complete treasure hoard of Tutankhamun. The golden king whose tomb was discovered in 1922. Seeing these objects together in one space, rather than scattered across older museums, changes how the story reads. The guide walks you through the highlights and leaves room for you to spend time with pieces that catch your eye.

The full itinerary runs eight hours, paced so you're not moving constantly between sites. Bottled water is provided throughout the day. Hotel pickup is included, and the tour suits all fitness levels. If you have mobility concerns or questions about the walking involved at either location, mention them when you book so the guide can plan accordingly.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in Cairo.
• English-speaking guide.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• access to both the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum (entrance tickets purchased separately at checkout).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 09:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (21 to 60 years) · Child (6 to 9 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 58

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Travel The Nile

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're visiting Cairo for the first time or have a single day to see both the Pyramids and Egypt's newest major museum. The fixed itinerary and guide handle the logistics and storytelling, so you arrive at your hotel and the day unfolds without you planning the route or timing between sites.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 9 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What are the three pyramids at Giza, and who built them?

The Pyramids of Giza were built for three Old Kingdom pharaohs: Cheops, Kephren, and Mykrenos. The Great Pyramid, built for Cheops, is the only one of the seven ancient wonders still standing.

What makes the Grand Egyptian Museum different from other Cairo museums?

The GEM Museum opened in 2026 and houses the complete treasure collection of Tutankhamun in one place for the first time since the tomb's discovery in 1922, rather than having the pieces scattered across different institutions.

How much time do I spend at each location during the tour?

The eight-hour itinerary is structured to give you meaningful time at both the Pyramids of Giza and the GEM Museum, with pacing that avoids rushing between sites so you can explore at your own rhythm within the day.

Is hotel pickup included, and what time does the tour start?

Hotel pickup in Cairo is included in the tour. Confirm your hotel location and preferred start time when you book.

What do I need to arrange separately?

Entrance tickets to both the Pyramids of Giza and the GEM Museum are not included in the tour price and are arranged at checkout. Lunch is also not included. Your guide can recommend nearby options during the day.