Giza, Egypt

Home to the world’s most iconic ancient monuments.

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Giza, Egypt Cruise Port

Giza is a city in Egypt, located on the west bank of the Nile River, directly opposite the capital city of Cairo. It is globally famous as the site of the Giza Necropolis, home to the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza and the majestic Great Sphinx. These colossal monuments, built as tombs for pharaohs during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom (around 2580-2560 BC), are among the most enduring and recognizable symbols of ancient Egypt, standing as the only remaining wonders of the ancient world. Beyond the pyramids, Giza offers a glimpse into bustling Egyptian life, blending ancient history with a modern, dynamic urban environment.

Giza itself is NOT a cruise port. It is an inland destination. However, it is the primary and most essential shore excursion for cruises that call at Alexandria, Egypt (a major cruise port on the Mediterranean coast, approximately 3-4 hours drive from Giza), or sometimes as part of pre/post-cruise land packages for Nile River cruises that embark/disembark in Cairo/Luxor/Aswan. Passengers would disembark their ocean cruise ship in Alexandria and then travel by bus or coach for a full-day excursion to Giza (and often Cairo). For Nile River cruises, Giza is typically part of an included land tour before or after the river cruise segment. A visit to Giza offers cruise passengers an unparalleled opportunity to stand in awe of mankind's most incredible ancient achievements and immerse themselves in the mystique of Egyptian civilization.

Top Things to Do in Giza, Egypt

Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza

Stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza, including the Pyramid of Khufu (the Great Pyramid), the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. These colossal structures are a testament to the engineering prowess of the ancient Egyptians.

Tip: You can walk around the pyramids, and for an extra fee, enter one of them (Khufu's is the largest but not always open, Khafre's is often accessible) for a unique interior experience, though it's often hot and claustrophobic.

Encounter the Great Sphinx

Stand before the enigmatic Great Sphinx of Giza, the colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human, believed to represent Pharaoh Khafre. Its timeless gaze and sheer scale are captivating.

Tip: The Sphinx is best viewed from the platform in front of it, often part of the pyramid complex tour. Capture its iconic profile with the pyramids in the background.

Visit the Solar Boat Museum (if open/accessible)

Explore the Solar Boat Museum, located next to the Great Pyramid of Khufu. It houses the meticulously reconstructed, full-size cedar wood burial boat of Pharaoh Khufu, discovered in 1954, believed to have transported his soul in the afterlife.

Tip: Check current opening status, as exhibits can change. It offers incredible insight into ancient Egyptian boat-building and funerary beliefs.

Take a Camel or Horse Ride

Experience the desert landscape with a traditional camel or horse ride around the Giza Pyramids complex. This offers a classic photo opportunity and a different perspective of the immense scale of the monuments in their desert setting.

Tip: Negotiate the price beforehand and clarify the duration of the ride. Use reputable vendors, often arranged through your tour guide.

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) (when fully open)

While technically in Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is a monumental new museum designed to house the entirety of King Tutankhamun's treasures and thousands of other artifacts. When fully operational, it will be the largest archaeological museum in the world.

Tip: Check the current opening status of the GEM. Even partial openings offer a fascinating glimpse into Egyptology. It's designed to replace the old Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.

Enjoy the Sound & Light Show (Evening Option)

If your tour allows for an evening visit, experience the spectacular Sound & Light Show at the Giza Pyramids. Pyramids and the Sphinx are illuminated with colorful lights as a narrated history of ancient Egypt unfolds.

Tip: This is a separate ticketed event. While touristy, it provides a unique and atmospheric way to see the monuments after dark.

Cruises to Giza

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Giza

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Luxor

Edfu

Aswan

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Kom Ombo

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Luxor

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Dendera Temple

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Cairo, Egypt

89 Sailings

Nov 5, 2025 - Dec 29, 2027

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Overview

Giza, Egypt Cruise Port

Top Things to Do in Giza, Egypt

Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza

Encounter the Great Sphinx

Tip: The Sphinx is best viewed from the platform in front of it, often part of the pyramid complex tour. Capture its iconic profile with the pyramids in the background.

Visit the Solar Boat Museum (if open/accessible)

Tip: Check current opening status, as exhibits can change. It offers incredible insight into ancient Egyptian boat-building and funerary beliefs.

Take a Camel or Horse Ride

Tip: Negotiate the price beforehand and clarify the duration of the ride. Use reputable vendors, often arranged through your tour guide.

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) (when fully open)

Tip: Check the current opening status of the GEM. Even partial openings offer a fascinating glimpse into Egyptology. It's designed to replace the old Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.

Enjoy the Sound & Light Show (Evening Option)

Tip: This is a separate ticketed event. While touristy, it provides a unique and atmospheric way to see the monuments after dark.

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Giza, Egypt

Giza, Egypt Cruise Port

Top Things to Do in Giza, Egypt

Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza

Encounter the Great Sphinx

Visit the Solar Boat Museum (if open/accessible)

Take a Camel or Horse Ride

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) (when fully open)

Enjoy the Sound & Light Show (Evening Option)

Cruises to Giza

7-Night Secrets of Egypt & The Nile with 3 Night Cairo Pre-Cruise and 1 Night Cairo Post-Cruise Cruise/Land Package

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Top Things to Do in Giza, Egypt

Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza

Encounter the Great Sphinx

Visit the Solar Boat Museum (if open/accessible)

Take a Camel or Horse Ride

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) (when fully open)

Enjoy the Sound & Light Show (Evening Option)

Cruises to Giza

7-Night Secrets of Egypt & The Nile with 3 Night Cairo Pre-Cruise and 1 Night Cairo Post-Cruise Cruise/Land Package

$5,749

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