| Ticket | Indicative price (foreign adult) | What it gives |
|---|---|---|
| Giza plateau | EGP 700 | outside of the three pyramids and the Sphinx |
| Inside Khufu | about EGP 1,500 | the climb to the King's Chamber |
| Inside Khafre | about EGP 280 | depending on the source, to check |
| Inside Menkaure | EGP 200 to 280 | sources differ |
What it is like inside
You climb a narrow, low passage where you must stoop, then the taller Grand Gallery, to the King's Chamber, which holds an empty granite sarcophagus. The air is hot and stale, the space tight: this is the part that frightens claustrophobic visitors. Bring closed shoes, few belongings and water. If the idea worries you, stay outside: the outside is just as striking.
Booking and planning
Interior tickets are sold in limited slots, especially from October to April: book ahead with an agency or arrive early. From Hurghada, the Cairo day is done by plane or bus: see Luxor or Cairo from Hurghada and Cairo by plane; a one-day flight excursion with pyramids, Sphinx and museum can be booked online: Cairo day trip by flight. See also the Giza pyramids from Hurghada.
FAQ
Can you take photos inside? Rules change: ask at the ticket office.
How long does the interior visit take? Allow about half an hour, queues included.
Can children go in? Yes, but the passage is narrow and steep.
The Hurghada Authority editorial team, 30 October 2026.
