Panoramic View of the Pyramids — Attraction in Giza

No matter how much you have researched the Pyramids of Giza, you should also avail of the services of a guide. Many people I know, have come back having seen the Pyramids but not been to this wonderful place. This is what my guide called the Panorama Photo Point! There are a number of kiosks selling souvenirs, cold beverages, packaged snacks, scarves, hats and the like. You will find numerous tourists, school children in groups and locals taking pictures of the pyramids in the distance. People are able to click pictures holding the pyramids, they go absolutely crazy posing in various ways under the guidance of their guides! We spent an hour here enjoying the view and having steaming hot cups of coffee. There are camel rides available here. Prices are posted on the walls of the security booth, at the entrance, though there is no entrance fee. You can negotiate the price of a ride and they are also capable of taking good pictures for you. They do expect a tip for this however! Carry water, wear lots of sunscreen and a hat or scarf is definitely necessary. Good walking shoes and notes of small denomination are also useful. Unfortunately, there are no...

We hired a tour guide to experience camel riding, and my friend and I were filled with excitement since it had always been a dream of ours. However, I was disappointed when, during the ride, the guide abruptly stopped to inquire if we were satisfied and then went on to emphasize how hard he was working and the importance of tipping generously.

Although we did tip him in the end because he provided a service, he expressed dissatisfaction and questioned if that was all.

Furthermore, when he wanted to take photos of us on the camels, he refused to let me use my phone and insisted on being the sole photographer, even when my friend requested that I take some pictures. I give it two stars because I didn’t like feeling stuck there and harassed, but the view of the...

Such enjoyable touch to Ancient world. Great pyramids makes your trip definitely mystical and exotic. The entry ticket to Giza Plateau cost around 160 Egyptian pounds. You should be ready for hundreds of people visiting pyramids. You should wear closed comfortable hiking shoes for long walk. You have to take a big bottle of water with you. Please try to prepare small nominal banknotes or coins to pay for anything you need there otherwise you will never see change ( $1 dollar notes it's a good). Around many people will annoying you to offer guide services, to make pictures, to buy souvenirs or to take camel ride. Would be recommended to book your trip to Giza in advance with guide, rides, lunch and any other needs. Enjoy the Ancient...