8-Hour Giza Pyramids Tour with Saqqara and Memphis

8 Hours Round trip from Hotel Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure on the Giza Plateau
  • 02 Stand before the Great Sphinx and visit the ancient Valley Temple
  • 03 Stop at a panoramic viewpoint for sweeping views of all three pyramids
  • 04 Discover the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the beginning of pyramid architecture
  • 05 Visit Memphis' open-air museum to see the Colossal Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx

Step back into the world of the pharaohs on a private full-day tour to the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, and Memphis. With your licensed Egyptologist guide and a modern air-conditioned private vehicle, you'll explore Egypt's most iconic ancient sites in comfort, with plenty of time for questions, photos, and personalized insight. Visit the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, stand before the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple, continue to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, and finish at Memphis' open-air museum with the Colossal Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Private Tour of Giza Pyramids, Saqqara and Memphis

Discover the birthplace of ancient Egyptian civilization on a private full-day tour to the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, and Memphis. Accompanied by a professional Egyptologist guide, you'll visit Egypt's most iconic archaeological sites in comfort, enjoying personalized service and fascinating historical insights.

Tour Highlights

  • Private hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza
  • Visit the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure
  • Explore the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple
  • Panoramic viewpoint overlooking all three pyramids
  • Discover the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
  • Visit the Open-Air Museum of Memphis
  • See the Colossal Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx
  • Private Egyptologist guide
  • Modern air-conditioned private vehicle

Full Itinerary

Your adventure begins at 9:00 AM with pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Your first stop is the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Explore the pyramids of King Khufu, King Khafre, and King Menkaure, while your Egyptologist explains the remarkable engineering, history, and mysteries behind these monuments.

Continue to the panoramic viewpoint for unforgettable photographs before visiting the Great Sphinx, the world's largest monolithic statue, and the nearby Valley Temple, where the purification rituals for the pharaohs took place.

Next, drive to Saqqara, one of Egypt's most important archaeological sites. Discover the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, designed by Imhotep around 2650 BC-the first monumental stone structure ever built and the beginning of pyramid architecture.

Afterward, continue to Memphis, Egypt's first capital after the country's unification. Visit its fascinating open-air museum, where you'll admire the colossal statue of Ramses II, the magnificent Alabaster Sphinx, and other remarkable artifacts dating back thousands of years.

After an unforgettable journey through Egypt's ancient history, you'll return comfortably to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hotel 4 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional licensed Egyptologist guide
  • Bottled mineral water

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping
  • Drinks

What to bring

  • A valid passport or a copy of your ID.
  • Comfortable walking shoes.
  • Light, breathable clothing, especially in summer.
  • A hat or cap for sun protection.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher).
  • A reusable bottle of water to stay hydrated.
  • A camera or smartphone for photos.
  • Some cash (Egyptian Pounds) for souvenirs, snacks, or optional activities.

Know before you go

  • Stay hydrated throughout your visit.
  • Follow your guide's instructions and remain within designated visitor areas.
  • Respect the archaeological site - do not climb the pyramids.
  • Keep your valuables secure.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Meeting at the hotel
Tour start
Hotel
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Hotel.

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