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Tourists beware! The area around the pyramids is well-known for touts trying to sell you everything from souvenirs (including Saudi Arabian head gear, go figure!) to donkey and camel rides. We met our first tout when he jumped into the open door of our taxi and rode with us for several minutes, attempting to convince us that we needed to see the pyramids from horseback. Once a vendor like this has insinuated himself, it's best to be polite but firm and continue to say no. It took several minutes before this particular man gave up and jumped back out of the cab. It's best to avoid contact at all. Some vendors can be quite pushy. My traveling partner and I found the best way was to speak Spanish, as none of the vendors could communicate with us in Spanish. Alternatively, be firm and don't accept any "free gifts," as you will always have to pay for them! This can be a frustrating experience, especially if it's your first time being hassled in this manner, but don't let it spoil your experience of the Pyramids. It's well worth the hassle.
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