Private Full-Day Tour of the Giza Pyramids, Memphis and Saqqara

Overview

Explore the ancient sites of Cairo on a private full-day excursion. The itinerary begins with the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, including a stop at the panoramic viewpoint for your photographs. The journey continues to the ancient capital of Memphis and the Saqqara necropolis, where you will visit the Pyramid of Djoser. A qualified Egyptologist guide accompanies you to provide detailed history of these monuments. The activity includes hotel pick-up and drop-off as well as bottled water. Depending on the chosen option, lunch and entrance fees to the sites (Giza, Sphinx, Mit Rahina Museum, and Saqqara) may be included. Options are available with a driver only or with a guide without entries and meals.

Itinerary

1. Nécropole de Gizeh

   Meet your Tour guide at the lobby of your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Your first stop will be Giza, where you can explore the Giza Pyramids and famous Sphinx. Then enjoy seeing the Panoramic area where you can see all the pyramids together

   · 3 h· Admission not included

2. Sphinx

   Afterwards , continue on towards the Great sphinx , the Sphinx has the head of a pharaoh with a lion body. and dated back to the time of Khephren this Sphinx was made to Guard the pyramid of King Chefren , Next , Visit the Valley Temple which belonged to the Pyramid of Chefren the temple acted as a place to mummification process of the kin before burial . then head to Memphis the oldest Capital .

   · 30 min· Admission included

3. Memphis and Sakkara

   The oldest structures in Cairo date back only to the last couple of centuries BC during Greco-Roman period; however, on the fringes of the city stand the Giza Pyramids, some of the oldest structures on Earth. Despite their proximity to Cairo, the difference in age between the pyramids and the city itself are proof of their different histories. The pyramids at Giza and elsewhere in the desert near Cairo are a part of the legacy of an older city and civilization that fell into decline long before Cairo was founded. This civilization named this area Memphis, which was the seat of power to the Old Kingdom (2686—2181 BC) of Ancient Egypt, home to the pharaohs that raised the pyramids.

   · 1 h· Admission included

4. Pyramides de Saqqarah

   Saqqara is one of several other notable necropolis sites near Cairo that offer impressive sights and hold great archaeological significance. In fact, Saqqara may hold more interest to archaeologists than Giza. The huge site hosts burials dating from before the beginning of the Old Kingdom up through the Greek Period of Egyptian history. The most famous structure by far at Saqqara is Djoser’s Step Pyramid. Dating from the 3rd dynasty (2667—2448 BC), it was the first all-stone complex ever built on earth. It also displays an important architectural innovation for the construction of the Giza Pyramids and other later pyramids in the 4th dynasty and later. Djoser’s pyramid was the first to use multiple mastabas (rectangular tomb structures) stacked on top of one another to form a step pyramid.This construction set the stage for the smooth sides of the Giza Pyramids and the smaller 5th and 6th dynasty pyramids that are found at Saqqara and other sites nearby, such as Dahshur and Abu Sir.

   · 1 h 30 min· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup included.

Complimentary pickup is available from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. The long-range pickup service from Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, Ramadan City, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, or 6th of October City is available at an additional cost

How to use your ticket

• TRAVEL TIP: Due to very low wages, "Baksheesh" or tips/gratuities are an integral part of life in Egypt. It is useful to carry small notes with you at all times. If you are unsure who, or how much to tip, please do not hesitate to ask your tour guide for guidance.

What to know before you go

• Public transport available nearby.
• Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
• Please specify any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
• Pick-up from Cairo Airport or locations outside the zone requires a supplement.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Confirmation is immediate upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• From 1 day before: 100% refunded.

Who is it for?

• Travellers seeking a private and flexible tour
• Egyptology and ancient history enthusiasts
• Families with children (accompanied by an adult)
• People looking for private transport from their hotel

What makes it different

• Accompanied by a qualified Egyptologist guide
• Personalised hotel or port pick-up and drop-off
• Multiple options available (driver only, guide only, or full package)

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