Giza
Pyramids Of Giza Camel Rides
The trip
Tour overview
Join us on an unforgettable adventure with a camel ride in Giza, a must-have experience for any traveler to Egypt. As you glide across the desert sands, surrounded by the majestic Pyramids of Giza, you will witness these ancient wonders from a truly unique perspective. He marveled at its grandeur and size, and moved closer to it than ever before. Immerse yourself in the timeless tradition of camel riding, a practice rooted in Bedouin culture and experience.
Your Bedouin guide will lead you through the desert, sharing his wisdom and heritage along the way, and offering a glimpse into the Bedouin way of life. Escape the hustle and bustle of tourist crowds as you venture into the tranquil Giza Plateau area, where the tranquility of the desert landscape invites you to relax and contemplate. Experience the peace and beauty of the desert for yourself, and create lifelong memories against the backdrop of one of the world's most iconic landmarks.
- ✓Start your day with a warm welcome in Cairo, where you will meet your expert guide and receive an overview of your adventure, with safety as a priority.
- ✓Travel to the Giza Plateau in a comfortable vehicle, where your guide will share interesting historical insights about the pyramids along the way.
- ✓Enjoy a camel ride through the desert, taking in the breathtaking views of the pyramids and hearing captivating stories about their history and mythology.
- ✓Savor authentic Egyptian cuisine over a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant, and share your experiences with other travelers. Before returning to your hotel
Stop by stop
What you do
After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, our representative will meet you and accompany you in a private air-conditioned car to visit the Giza Tombs:
Upon arrival at the Giza Tombs, you will enjoy a wonderful camel ride and witness the grandeur of Egyptian history, then climb on the back of a friendly camel and embark on an adventure through the desert:
Giza Necropolis:
One of the oldest and most famous monuments in the world, the Giza Necropolis are located on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt. The pyramids (Khufu, also known as the Great Pyramid, Khafre, and Menkaure) were built over 4,500 years ago as tombs for the pharaohs of ancient Egypt.
The Sphinx:
The Sphinx is a huge stone statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. It is located on the Giza Plateau, in front of the Pyramid of Khafre. The Sphinx is over 4,500 years old and is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Egypt.
- Pick-up and drop-off Your guide and private vehicle collect you at Hotel, and bring you back there at the end of the day.
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Lunch
Lunch break at a local restaurant.
After lunch, your tour ends, and our representative will escort you in a private air-conditioned Veschel vehicle to your hotel.
Meals: Lunch
The price
What's included — and what isn't
✓ Included in the price
Meals
- ✓1 Lunch
Other Inclusions
- ✓All service charges and taxes
- ✓English-speaking Guide
- ✓Bottled water during the trip
- ✓Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary
✕ Not included
- ✕International Airfare
- ✕Entry visa to Egypt
- ✕Any optional tours
- ✕Personal Spending
- ✕Beverage
- ✕Tipping (It's recommended)
Rates
What this tour costs
From
$45
per person
Travelling with children
What each age pays of the adult rate
| Up to 2 years | Free |
| Age from 2 and below 6 years | 25% of adult |
| Age from 6 up to 11 years | 50% of adult |
| Ages 12 and Up | Adult rate |
This is the tour’s published child policy, applied to the per-person rate you book. It assumes the child shares a room with parents.
Rates are per person in US dollars and depend on travel dates and group size. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact price — there is no charge for a quote.
Booking
How booking this works
Private, not a group
Your own Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
25% to hold your dates
The balance is due up to two days before arrival, or in cash to your tour manager.
Cancel 30+ days out for 10%
Charges rise closer to departure — the full policy is under Good to know.
A voucher within 24 hours
Confirmation with every booking detail lands by email once an advisor confirms.
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Founder, Egypt Planners · Giza
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Good to know
Additional information
- Your daily tours usually start at 8 am, but you can change the time in coordination with your private guide.
- You can make any changes to the itinerary if you have any special requests.
- For reservations, contact us, and your reservation will be confirmed with one of our travel advisors.
- After booking the trip, we will send you a voucher with all the booking details.
- Prices are in US dollars per person per trip and you can pay in any other currency.
- Rates are subject to change in case of any changes in airport taxes, hotel rates, transport rates, or government taxes.
- Rates are not valid during Christmas or New Year.
- Travel insurance and entry visa charges are not included in the package.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. Although it is not mandatory, it is of great importance to the people who take care of you while traveling.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
- For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
- Additional transport that you require.
- Tipping for the guide and driver after the trip.
- In case of unforeseen events like bad weather conditions and eventual flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.
All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies' room in Museum, or entering the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
- We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on tour, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, making you're booking a risk-free investment.
- Cancellation after confirmation with payment before 30 days of the commencement of the tour: 10% of the value of the tour package.
- Canceling the tour 30 to 20 days before commencement of the tour: 25% of the value of the package
- Canceling 19-15 days before commencing the tour: 50% of the tour cost
- Canceling 14-11 days before commencement of the tour: 75% of the tour cost
- Canceling before 10 days or less before the tour date: No refund for the tour
- Up to 2 years: FREE
- Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
- Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
- Ages 12 and Up: adult price.
Notes:
- Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents ( Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room )
- If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
- A valid Passport for 6 months
- Sunblock
- Sunglasses
- Sanitizer gel
- Water holder
- Bug spray
- Warm clothes in winter
- Cotton clothes in summer
- A hat
- Travel adaptor
- Camera
- Umbrella
- Comfortable shoes
- Medication
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Travellers
What guests said about this trip
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Lisa's Journey
Group traveller
What a fantastic day! The Camel Ride at Giza Pyramids tour exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Amr, was not only knowledgeable but also patient with all our questions. Riding camels near the pyramids was like a dream come true. The camels were well-trained and gentle. Exploring the pyramids up close was awe-inspiring. The traditional Egyptian lunch was a delightful surprise. I'd do this tour again in a heartbeat!
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Betsy
Group traveller
Yeehaw! Me and my two besties, Brenda and Barb, just rode camels through the Giza sands like modern-day Bedouins! We booked a group tour, and let me tell you, it was a hoot. Our camels were gentle giants, and the guides were full of jokes and stories about the pyramids. We got epic photos, learned tons about ancient Egypt, and even shared some laughs with a family from Oklahoma. Talk about a memory to hold onto forever!
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Mark Miller
Group traveller
"Our Giza camel ride was a blast! As a group of eight friends traveling Egypt, we wanted a unique experience, and this definitely delivered. We opted for the sunrise tour, and it was magical watching the pyramids come alive with the first light of day while gently swaying from atop our camels. The guides were friendly and informative, sharing interesting facts about the pyramids and the surrounding area. Plus, they took some hilarious photos of us pretending to be pharaohs. Highly recommend this for a memorable adventure with your buddies!"
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Olivia
Couple traveller
My husband, Michael, and I planned our honeymoon around one thing: riding camels at the Pyramids. It was even more magical than we imagined! We embarked on a private tour just as the sun was setting, casting long shadows across the ancient stones. Our camels were led by a friendly Bedouin, who even let us take turns steering. We felt like explorers from another time, hand-in-hand amidst the golden dunes. Honestly, it was the most romantic experience of our lives.
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Mark Jones
Solo traveller
Okay, so I admit it, I'm a sucker for adventure. So when I found myself solo in Egypt, a camel ride at the Pyramids was a no-brainer. Forget tour groups, I snagged a local guide and ventured into the desert like a modern-day Indiana Jones (minus the fedora, sadly). We rode for hours, the sun warming my face and the wind whipping through my hair. I felt like I was in a movie, except the only treasure I discovered was the endless beauty of the Sahara.