Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis Full-Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Great Pyramid of Giza
- Visit the ancient Step Pyramid of Saqqara
- Discover the ruins of Memphis, Egypt's first capital
- Enjoy private transportation with onboard Wi-Fi
- Access to beach amenities like umbrellas and coolers
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation with Wi-Fi
- Beach umbrellas, coolers, and beach toys
- Bottled water and towels
- Gratuities
Itinerary
starts with Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By guide to Visiting Giza Pyramids where you Visit the Great Pyramids Of Giza - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos then Visit the Valley Temple The Place where the Priests Mummified the dead body of king Chephren owner of the second pyramid at Giza Platue Also it's the same place where you Can have a close-up look at the Sphinx - The legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren. The pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx are among the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and indeed already were even in Roman times. Each of these spectacular structures served as the final resting place of a king of the 4th Dynasty (c.2613–2494 BC). The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for king Khufu (c.2589–2566 BC), and the other two for Khafre and Menkaure, his son and grandson. Khufu’s pyramid is both the oldest and largest of the three.
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 Sphinx dates from the reign of king Khafre.[10] During the New Kingdom, Amenhotep II dedicated a new temple to Hauron-Haremakhet and this structure was added onto by later rulers
Then continue your day tour to 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.
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 continue your day tour to Memphis City that was the ancient capital of Egypt, where the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx are. This City Dates back to 3100 B.C.(1hr) At the end of the Tour, you will be transferred back to your Hotel
Meeting point
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Important information
Know before you book
- Gratuities are not included and are appreciated for excellent service.
- The tour is wheelchair accessible; please inform in advance for necessary arrangements.
- Service animals are allowed; please notify the tour provider ahead of time.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes suitable for exploring ancient sites.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses to protect against the sun.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning historical landmarks.
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
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
- 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. enjoy government stops where to find high quality souvenirs granteed by Egyptian government
Traveler reviews
Amazing tour of Pyramids and more!
We had a wonderful tour with Mohamed Hamed. We started early and were one of the first at the pyramids. This made for such a pleasant experience! We had the pyramids almost all to ourselves. From there we visited the Sphinx and then went to Sakkara. We ended in Memphis and then stopped for lunch on our way home. Mohamed was so great and provided so much history and knowledge throughout our entire day. Would definitely recommend him!
Best guide of all tours so far in Egypt
My guide was very knowledgeable, kind, and made sure I would not be hassled by vendors throughout my whole tour. I saved the pyramids for my last day in Egypt and had already seen all the major temples from Aswan to Luxor; my guide for this trip was easily the best of all of them. It also goes without saying that the pyramids are incredible, even after seeing all the other ancient sites. Sakkara is absolutely worth adding on. I would have been ok not seeing Memphis if I was limited on time, but the entrance fee was only 80 EGP for this one. I didn’t realize it would be a private tour for just me (I was traveling solo), so this turned out to be an even better deal than I thought. I never felt rushed, and we had great conversations about Egyptian and global politics on top of all the ancient history. I had the option to go to perfume, papyrus, jewelry, and cotton shops but was never made to feel like I needed to go (I only went to the cotton one, which turned out to be not my style at all). I highly recommend this tour! Of note, entrance fees are not included and total ~400 EGP for all sites as of April 2019 (half off if you bring a student ID card, pictures of ID’s are not accepted).
Most memorable and excellent Egypt experience
Our Egypt experience would have not been memorable if not for our excellent tour guide. Essam made me and my friend very safe. He is very courteous and knowledgeable. He became our official photographer and bodyguard at the same time. He made sure that all our needs are met. He is very professional in what he does. I highly recommend him to my family and friends. There was never an uncomfortable moment while we were with him. He treated us as his guest to his country. He is very polite and humble.
Excellent!
My husband and I took this tour yesterday. We were so happy with the service and our guide tour Ola. She was very knowledgeable and sweet. I will really recommend it. They accomplished everything they had promised.It was a great experience!!! Marianela
Ahmed Tonis is the absolute BEST guide!!!
My boyfriend and I went in September to Egypt. Tonsi was our guide. Believe me when I tell you that he is the absolute BEST!!! He knows so much and does his work with all his heart. If you love adventure, he’s your man. He picked us up from our hotel in Giza, we drove to the pyramids and what an amazing time we had!! I’ve been dreaming of Egypt for over 20 years since I was a little girl. Tonsi seriously made my dreams come true. We became such good friends. My boyfriend and I are already planning our next trip back to Egypt.