{"id":187,"date":"2018-05-15T11:00:01","date_gmt":"2018-05-15T11:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/popoversandpassports.com\/?p=187"},"modified":"2023-06-10T15:41:03","modified_gmt":"2023-06-10T20:41:03","slug":"the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/","title":{"rendered":"THE DO\u2019S AND DON\u2019TS FOR VISITING THE PYRAMIDS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-194\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/popoversandpassports.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2790-2-1440x1080.jpg?resize=923%2C692\" alt=\"THE DO\u2019S AND DON\u2019TS WHEN VISITING THE PYRAMIDS OF GIZA - Travel Tips and Tricks for Visiting the Great Pyramids of Giza | www.popoversandpassports.com |\" width=\"923\" height=\"692\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">You\u2019ll never forget the moment when you lay eyes on the Great Pyramids of Giza.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>The experience of seeing the last remaining of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World with your own eyes is a humbling moment.\u00a0 This post contains a list of the do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts to make planning your trip to the pyramids a breeze!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">I\u2019m here to tell you that Egypt is safe to visit, and there\u2019s no time better to experience this beautiful country than right now. If you\u2019re getting ready to finally cross the Pyramids of Giza off your bucket list, consider these tips to make the most of your time during your visit.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/#GETTING_TO_THE_PYRAMIDS\" >GETTING TO THE PYRAMIDS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/#GUIDE_OR_NO_GUIDE\" >GUIDE OR NO GUIDE?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/#PYRAMIDS_ADMISSION_PRICES\" >PYRAMIDS ADMISSION PRICES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/#BRIEF_HISTORY_OF_THE_PYRAMIDS_AND_THE_SPHNIX\" >BRIEF HISTORY OF THE PYRAMIDS AND THE SPHNIX \u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/#THE_DOS_AND_DONTS_WHILE_VISITING_THE_PYRAMIDS\" >THE DO\u2019S AND DON&#8217;TS WHILE VISITING THE PYRAMIDS\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/#DONTS\" >DON&#8217;TS:\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/#MAKE_IT_MEMORABLE\" >MAKE IT MEMORABLE<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/the-dos-and-donts-when-visiting-the-pyramids-of-giza\/#Pin_this_Guide_for_Later\" >Pin this Guide for Later!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GETTING_TO_THE_PYRAMIDS\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>GETTING TO THE PYRAMIDS<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">If you\u2019re planning to visit the Pyramids on your own from Cairo without a structured tour, I would suggest an Uber over a cab to ensure a fixed price and a safe mode of transportation. Even though Giza is only 10 miles outside of Cairo, the roads can be very busy. Depending on when you\u2019re traveling, you should budget between 30 minutes and 60 minutes. \u00a0If you want to avoid the heat and the crowds, get there early when the doors open before the tour groups arrive around 10am.\u00a0 The site opens every day between 8 am and 5 am.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">Cairo is a fascinating city with so much culture&#8230;don&#8217;t sip it! For five experiences that will make Cairo unforgettable checkout my blog post <a href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/five-experiences-that-make-cairo-unforgettable\/\">here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-188 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/fullsizeoutput_e3.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Linnea in front of the great pyramids of giza\" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/fullsizeoutput_e3.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/fullsizeoutput_e3.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/fullsizeoutput_e3.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GUIDE_OR_NO_GUIDE\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>GUIDE OR NO GUIDE?<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">It\u2019s entirely up to you how you wish to experience the pyramids, but if you have a limited time frame, I would recommend hiring a guide to accompany you to pyramids. If you wish to explore on your own time please be cautious of locals who might be trying to sell you gifts, or press you for a camel, or horse ride. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Pros of Taking a Guide:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Someone to take photos of you, or<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span>your group\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Air-conditioned vehicle for transportation\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">Someone who is knowledgable about the history of the pyramids\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">A guide would reduce the amount of people who would approach you to offer services (camel rides, souvenirs, horse rides)<\/span> \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Pros to exploring the pyramids without a Guide:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">No additional cost beyond the entrance tickets\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">You\u2019re on your own time and never rushed\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">You don\u2019t have to worry about any other tourists with you\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-190 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2689.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Linnea riding a camel at the pyramids of giza\" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2689.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2689.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2689.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-196 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2856-2.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"THE DO\u2019S AND DON\u2019TS WHEN VISITING THE PYRAMIDS OF GIZA - Tips on how to make your visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza Memorable | www.popoversandpassports.com |\" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2856-2.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2856-2.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2856-2.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-195 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2795.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2795.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2795.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2795.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PYRAMIDS_ADMISSION_PRICES\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>PYRAMIDS ADMISSION PRICES<\/b> <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">The cost of your visit depends what you want to do. Currently in 2018, the general admission is 120 EGP (Egyptian Pounds) per person, or under $7USD. If you want to go inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu this will cost you 300 EGP (or $17 USD). If you are a student, show them your ID to take advantage of their student discounts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">You won&#8217;t find any mummies inside, but crawling up and around the Great Pyramid of Khufu is still a unique experience if time allows. You have options to purchase tickets to visit the other two, but the Pyramid of Khufu will be the most interesting. If you suffer from claustrophobia, it\u2019s best to sit this one out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2866.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Linnea blowing a kiss at the sphinx in giza\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2866.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2866.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2866.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BRIEF_HISTORY_OF_THE_PYRAMIDS_AND_THE_SPHNIX\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">BRIEF HISTORY OF THE PYRAMIDS AND THE SPHNIX \u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">There are around 138 pyramids in all of Egypt, but the most famous pyramid structures are the Pyramids of Giza.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">The pyramids are now housing places for the tombs of the pharaohs who commissioned them, but historians and archeologists still are not entirely sure how they were built, exactly who built them, and for what reason.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">The Pyramids were constructed around 200 B.C. The Pyramid of Khufu is the oldest and largest among the three pyramids standing around 455 feet as of today.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">The Sphinx is made out of limestone and represents a lion\u2019s body with a human head. It\u2019s believed that the Sphinx\u2019s face is that of pharaoh Khafra.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"THE_DOS_AND_DONTS_WHILE_VISITING_THE_PYRAMIDS\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 18pt;\">THE DO\u2019S AND DON&#8217;TS WHILE VISITING THE PYRAMIDS\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">DO:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><span class=\"s1\">Bring water and protect yourself from the sun! \u00a0The Egyptian sun is incredibly strong, and you\u2019re going to want to have plenty of water and be protected from intense sun exposure with sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, or all of the above! \u00a0If you need a place to cool off and grab a quick bite, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/eg\/mena-house-oberoi.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marriott Mena House<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>is a short notice away with a nice restaurant (rather on the pricy side) or bar overlooking the pyramids<span class=\"s1\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><span class=\"s1\">Dress Conservatively. Yes, it\u2019s hot out. Please don\u2019t forget that Egypt is a predominately Muslim country, and it\u2019s still important for both women and men to dress conservatively. \u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">For women long lightweight <\/span><span class=\"s1\">cotton dresses, or pants below the knee are ideal, and a light shawl to go over your arms is no<\/span><span class=\"s1\">t only respectful, but can be styled very well. For men, it\u2019s not acceptable to wear s<\/span><span class=\"s1\">horts, so pants<\/span><span class=\"s1\"> and a t-shirt is <\/span><span class=\"s1\">a standard option.\u00a0<strong>Remember, you\u2019re not here to change the culture, you&#8217;re here to experience a new one.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">Ride a camel and take photos! You\u2019re in Egypt for goodness sake! Please don\u2019t leave without enjoying a moment exploring the pyramids and taking photos to document the occasion.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span class=\"s1\"><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 Before you take a<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s1\">\u00a0camel, horse, or carriage ride\u00a0follow these three tips below:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span class=\"s1\">B<\/span><span class=\"s1\">e mindful to always negotiate a price before getting on a camel.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Discuss where you\u2019ll be going and how long you\u2019ll be on the camel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Be sure to tip! <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-216 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2853.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Linnea in front of the great pyramids of giza\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2853.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2853.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2853.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DONTS\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 18pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">DON&#8217;TS:<\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;\">Don\u2019t climb on the pyramids. As the last Ancient Wonder of the World, we want to preserve it as much as we can so another 4500 years from now visitors can still have this experience. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;\">\u00a0Don\u2019t encourage the people trying to sell you things. Make it clear that you do not want to buy. When asked if you want to purchase anything they have to sell reply with a firm\u00a0\u201cLa shukran\u201d, or no thank you. As\u00a0always, be very mindful of your backpacks, pockets, purses etc. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><span class=\"s2\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s3\">Don\u2019t be too friendly with people\u00a0coming up to you and asking \u201cWhere are you from?\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">The second you answer, they will continue to talk to you and give you advice, information and\/or directions. They will expect a tip even after giving you information you did not want. However, at the same time, please don\u2019t refuse totally to talk to Egyptians. They are incredibly kind\u00a0and friendly people who are just trying to make a living and support their families.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-213 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2818-2.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"a camel overlooking the pyramids \" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2818-2.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2818-2.jpg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/IMG_2818-2.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p4\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MAKE_IT_MEMORABLE\"><\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">MAKE IT MEMORABLE<\/span> <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">Never forget during your visit to stop and cherish a moment! As the last Ancient Wonder of the World, visiting the Pyramids of Giza is nothing short of remarkable. Close your eyes and feel the desert wind blow through your hair and the Egyptian sun against your skin, and you\u2019ll be feel like you\u2019ve stepped back in time. Open your eyes and look up at the massive pyramid above you, and you can\u2019t help but feeling an overwhelming sense of humility.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Have you been to the Great Pyramids of Giza? Do you have any other questions about visiting the pyramids that I didn&#8217;t cover? 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