Giza Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara Private Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Great Pyramid of Giza
- Visit the ancient city of Memphis
- Discover the Step Pyramid at Sakkara
- Learn from an expert Egyptologist guide
- Enjoy private hotel pickup and drop-off
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off
- Expert Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to Giza Pyramids, Memphis, and Sakkara
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour. The Giza Pyramid Complex, also called the Giza Necropolis, is the site on the Giza Plateau in Greater Cairo, Egypt that includes the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx of Giza. All were built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. The site also includes several cemeteries and the remains of a workers village
Khufu's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman; diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been found but the site has not been excavated.
Khafre's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king's pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860
Menkaure's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king's pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple.
The Giza Plateau is a limestone plateau in Giza, Egypt, the site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza pyramid complex, which includes the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers' village and an industrial complex. It forms the northernmost part of the 16,000 ha Pyramid Fields in the Western Desert edge of the Nile Valley that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Memphis and its Necropolis. The plateau is elevated approximately 60 meters above sea-level.
The Sphinx dates from the reign of king Khafre.[7] During the New Kingdom, Amenhotep II dedicated a new temple to Hauron-Haremakhet and this structure was added onto by later rulers
Then Visit Memphis City,
Enhance your home decor with the magnificent Pyramid of Unas replica. This stunning piece features intricate detailing and a striking design that will add a touch of ancient Egyptian elegance to any room. Crafted with quality materials, this pyramid is a perfect addition to any collector's display or history enthusiast's collection. Bring a piece of ancient history into your home with the Pyramid of Unas.
The Pyramid of Teti, located in Saqqara, Egypt, is a captivating ancient structure built as the final resting place for Pharaoh Teti. Standing as a testament to the ingenuity and architectural prowess of the Old Kingdom, this pyramid attracts visitors from around the world with its impressive size and historical significance. Explore the chambers and corridors of this pyramid to uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic landmark.
The Mastaba of Ti is one of the most important archaeological sites of Saqqara. The mastaba was discovered by Auguste Mariette. The mastaba contains two serdabs. The walls of the tomb show various scenes of everyday life.
Then Visit Sakkara, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for king Zoser), it is considered an important part of the process of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form. After the end of the Tour you will be transferred back to your Hotel
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is wheelchair accessible; please inform the operator in advance if assistance is required.
- Stroller accessibility is available; please notify the operator ahead of time.
- Service animals are allowed; please contact the operator to make arrangements.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and attire suitable for the weather.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Entry fees includes basic area only
- Enjoy tour with 20-minute stops at each location: explore natural oils and soft Egyptian cotton at Paradise Perfumes & Flower Cotton, watch papyrus making and view traditional artwork at Key of Life Papyrus, and see skilled artisans hand-weaving rugs at local school Handmade Carpets.
Traveler reviews
Perfect way to see these sights
We had a fantastic experience on this tour and would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Cairo. Our guide, Aladdin, and our driver, Mohamed, made the entire day smooth, enjoyable, and very well organised from start to finish. Aladdin was outstanding. He was incredibly knowledgeable about Egyptian history and explained everything in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had a great day and got the most out of the experience. He also turned out to be a brilliant photographer, helping us capture some great photos — and even a few hilarious ones — which made the experience even more memorable. The tour itself was very well structured. One thing we particularly appreciated was how the itinerary was organised to avoid the worst of the crowds, which made a huge difference when visiting iconic places like the Giza pyramids and Saqqara. Having a private guide also meant we could move at a comfortable pace and ask plenty of questions. Overall, a fantastic tour with a great team — highly recommended if you want to explore these incredible sites in a relaxed and well-organised way.
Fantastic experience...
Fantastic experience at the pyramids with Omar! He was very thorough in explanations and patient with all our requests!
Irresponsible Company Management and no apology for their mistakes
We booked Giza pyramids, Memphis and Saqqara but they told tour guide to go to Memphis, saqqara Dahshur, and carpet school for expensive shopping (not in our itinerary). Beginning our lunch, we asked when to go to Giza pyramids. Then we found out they arranged the wrong tour. They offered two options to us. 1- we can book the pyramids tour again and they will give you special price + a free tour about happened like 1 hour felucca ride or 1 hour quad bike in the desert after you finish the pyramids 2- our hotel is near from the grand egyptian Museum. We can book a tour with us to the grand egyptian museum and make 20 % discount for us. Told them both options didn’t fit our need and Giza pyramid and Grand Egyptian museum, also their prices for those options were not good at all to us. Then they didn’t consider our needs and made an offer, and their attitude was “Take it or
I RECOMMEND OTHER COMPANIES OR FOR FREE MUCH BETTER
Experience with bad feelings. We hired the Pyramids of Giza, Sakkara and Memphis tour. The driver was on time perfectly and everything started well. We then pick up the guide and we already change the one we had contracted (small group tour by a private one). We accept, it's okay, but it's still a decision that they change you without warning and without going back. In the following comment he tells us that we do not have lunch included, that this is paid separately. Nothing further from reality, as we did have it included. I have to show you proof of reservation and so on. Still, he insists that according to the company it is not included. I have to insist and get absolutely serious not to accept that condition. I get it at that moment when "you'll tell me something throughout the morning"... The first stop is the pyramids of Giza. I don't have it timed but the total time from the entrance to the exit was about 2 hours very fair and scarce. The guide is not that we hurried but it was all very fast and with little attention. Few photos and almost on the run. UNFORGIVABLE that he did not take us to see the Sphinx, he lied to our face saying that we had to pay a separate ticket and that it was very expensive and that we could not get closer. Totally false, the part where the Sphinx is included in the general entry. This character didn't want to walk anymore and he let us go of that lie. We had to see her in 5 min and far away. Nor did he take us to the viewpoint where the pyramids are lined up. This is REGRETTABLE because this viewer is the one who justifies a trip to Egypt and this is an opportunity that I may not have the rest of my life again. So much rush to get out of the pyramids enclosure because, then, we stop at a perfume shop (which was not featured in the program). But of course, they're his friends, they get their tips and stuff. And that you always see yourself in the commitment to buy something. Transfer to Sakkara: the guide sleeping in the car, without explaining anything, answering just enough. In general, he provided nothing in his explanations but to give dates.... On the other hand also criticizing nonstop people of other nationalities and ALWAYS referring to money and tips. This was all he cared about. And already put, he threw the whole tour smoking like a roadman (admittedly he asked permission but he didn't stop). On the next trip to Memphis, he also stopped at a carpet factory (he wasn't in the program either). At the last minute, near lunchtime he tells us that yes, lunch is included. In short, this is a once-in-a-lifetime tour and it was supposed to be an unforgettable experience and it wasn’t. I DON’T FORGIVE HIM LYING TO OUR FACES (not approaching the sphinx has no forgiveness). The guide called himself "Ache". After all, he got a good tip.
Recommended
We are a family of 4 (my children are 9 and 12) and yesterday we did this tour led by Adel. The guy is prepared and speaks good Italian, gave us time to take pictures when we wanted without rushing. At the end of the tour we were understandably tired: around lunchtime the sun was really strong. Recommended tour. I would avoid bringing small children.
