Overview
A morning horse ride at the Great Pyramids of Giza, from our stables in Kafr El Gabal at the edge of the plateau. You ride into the open desert with the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure ahead of you and a local guide beside you the whole way. First-timers are welcome: we match every rider with a horse that suits them.
How the ride works
- When: start any time from 8:30 to 12:00, the coolest and clearest hours of the day.
- How long: 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on your route and pace.
- Where we meet: our stables in Kafr El Gabal, Giza. We send you the exact location on WhatsApp after you book. Hotel pick-up from Cairo and Giza is available for an extra charge.
- Who can ride: riders from 6 years old (children ride a horse led by the guide), up to 110 kg. Riding isn’t suitable for people with a heart condition.
- Group: up to 10 riders, with your own guide.
What you see
The route follows the desert edge of the Giza plateau, with stops for photos where the three pyramids line up behind you. Experienced riders can pick up the pace on open sand. Add the plateau entrance ticket when you book if you want your route to enter the ticketed archaeological area.
Make it yours
- Arabian horse: for riders who have ridden a few times.
- Professional photos and action-camera video of your ride.
- Hotel pick-up: we confirm the price on WhatsApp.
Good to know
- Water is on us. Bring a hat, sunscreen and closed shoes; a scarf helps against the dust.
- Rides go ahead in the heat and the wind.
- Reserve with a 50% deposit and pay the rest on the day. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your ride.
Not sure which ride? Read Giza or Saqqara on horseback, or see what a fair price includes.
Included/Excluded
- Horse riding experience (basic level)
- Safety equipment
- Bottled water
- Safety briefing
- Basic photography with your phone
- Stable facilities access
- Specialized bilingual guide/instructor
- Professional photos (October offer)
- Pyramids entrance fees
- Advanced horse riding (Arabian Stallion)
- Action camera videography
- Transportation to/from location
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Tour Plan
- Welcome reception
- Meet your professional instructor
- Initial briefing and group introduction
- Comprehensive horse safety orientation
- Introduction to basic riding techniques
- Horse-human bonding session
- Fear barrier breaking exercises
- Horse feeding experience
- Individual riding level evaluation
- Horse matching based on experience
- Equipment fitting and safety check
- Formation of appropriate riding groups
- Begin journey into the pyramid complex
- First photo stop at initial viewpoint
- Gentle riding through ancient paths
- Advanced riders: optional galloping sessions
- Reaching the panoramic plateau
- Ascend to the highest viewpoint
- Spectacular views of:
- Nine pyramids perspective
- Great Sphinx
- Lush desert oasis
- Greater Cairo panorama
- Professional photo session opportunity
- Leisurely ride back to stables
- Different route with new views
- Final photo opportunities
- Cool-down riding session
What our riders say
on Google, TripAdvisor and Facebook.
Healthy, happy horses and fun guides! We had a fantastic horse ride at the Giza pyramids with iRide Egypt. Beautiful horses, healthy and well-cared for (as someone who loves and has had my own horses, this was the most important thing to me.) The guides were delightful young women who emphasized fun and safety, and made our experience so special.…
Tripadvisor review · February 2026
Me and my partner booked horse riding around the Giza Pyramids with iRide Egypt and it was nothing short of sensational. I was really anxious as it was my first time riding, but Marwa was so supportive and encouraging from the second we started. She helped me so much with getting on the horse and getting off, and building my…
Google review · October 2026
1 1/2 hour ride and 1/2 hour Pyramid photo shoot - AMAZING! Highly recommend IRIDE EGYPT!! Myself and my partner went from the UK on a private ride and had a couple of the team with us. My horse, a beautiful Arabian stallion (stallion at a little extra charge but well worth it) was in lovely condition which was important…
Tripadvisor review · May 2024
Amazing. Amazing place to ride a horse and enjoy with the amazing view of pyramids .. iRide Egypt have a professional team and amazing place
Tripadvisor review · November 2024
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