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Great Pyramid of Giza – Great Sphinx of Giza loop from Great Pyramid of Giza

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Great Pyramid of Giza – Great Sphinx of Giza loop from Great Pyramid of Giza

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Great Pyramid of Giza – Great Sphinx of Giza loop from Great Pyramid of Giza

02:20

8.75km

90m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: January 7, 2026

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1.61 km

The Great Sphinx of Giza and the Pyramids

Highlight • Monument

If you heard of the light show and wanted to see it, let me tell you that it is very boring and not worth the 26 USD p.p. entrance fee. …

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2.07 km

Great Pyramid of Giza

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The Donkey or Camel Ride is free on most tours from Expedia

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2.27 km

Great Pyramid of Giza

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The pyramids of Giza are the last surviving wonders of the ancient world. The construction of these buildings still gives rise to speculation about the organization and technology.

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2.48 km

Great Pyramid of Giza

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The Pyramids of Giza are one of Egypt's main attractions. Located in the Giza Necropolis, the pyramids are part of a series of ancient monuments that include the Great Pyramid …

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2.66 km

Great Pyramid of Giza

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Just the madness to experience 4000 year old history. In all 3 pyramids you can go inside, but be careful: The tickets have to be bought in advance at the info. At the pyramid no longer possible

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3.38 km

Ruins

5.59 km

On the Giza Plateau alone you will find a total of 9 pyramids. These include the
Pyramid of Cheops
Pyramid of Khafre
Pyramid of Menkaure
The other 6 pyramids were built for the queens and their family members.

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6.45 km

View of the Great Sphinx of Giza

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Good point from which to view the Sphinx in profile with one of the three great pyramids in the background.

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6.66 km

Great Sphinx of Giza

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The (also the) Great Sphinx of Giza in Egypt (Arabic أبو الهول, DMG Abū l-Haul) is by far the most famous and largest Sphinx. It represents a lying lion with …

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8.75 km

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3.95 km

3.07 km

1.09 km

637 m

Surfaces

3.33 km

3.16 km

1.12 km

1.07 km

< 100 m

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