Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Pyramids Tour of Cairo, Giza and Saqqara with Dahshur

8 Hours Round trip from Al Haram Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the world-famous Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx of Giza
  • 02 Visit the Valley Temple of King Chephren, used for mummification rituals
  • 03 Admire the ancient burial ground of Saqqara, the necropolis of Memphis
  • 04 Discover the Dahshur Pyramid necropolis and its distinctive architecture

Witness the historical archaeology of Giza and Saqqara on this tour through some of ancient Egypt's most iconic sites. Learn about ancient Egyptian history as you visit the world-famous Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the ancient burial ground of Saqqara, the necropolis of Memphis. Marvel at the architectural styles of these remarkable monuments, and continue to the Dahshur Pyramid necropolis for a deeper look into Egypt's ancient past.

Proceed to the Great Sphinx, the oldest known monumental sculpture and the largest monolithic statue in the world, and visit the Valley Temple of King Chephren, which was also used for mummification rituals.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur
Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara and Dahshur

  • Admire the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus.

  • Proceed to the Great Sphinx, the oldest known monumental sculpture and the largest monolithic statue in the world, and visit the Valley Temple of King Chephren, which was also used for mummification rituals.

  • Explore the Saqqara Complex and the Dahshur Pyramid.

Giza Plateau, Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Bent Pyramid

Where this trip takes you

Giza Plateau, Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Bent Pyramid

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Al Haram 4 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Egyptian tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

  • Sightseeing tickets

  • Tips

Know before you go

  • The sightseeing sites are open from 9 am to 5 pm.

  • The guiding fee is $100, and the transfer costs $50 per day.

  • Lunch is a la carte.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Egypt
Tour start
Al Haram, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Giza Desert, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Al Haram.

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