Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Giza, Saqqara and Memphis Tour with Egyptologist Guide

8 Hours Round trip from Al Haram Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus at Giza
02 Stand before the Great Sphinx and visit the Valley Temple
03 Visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser in Saqqara, the world's oldest major stone structure
04 Discover Memphis, the first capital of Egypt, and see the Statue of Ramses II

Explore some of Egypt's most iconic ancient sites on this 8-hour journey through Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis. Visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, stand before the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple, and discover the Step Pyramid of Zoser in Saqqara, the world's oldest major stone structure. Continue to Memphis, the first capital of Egypt, to see the Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. With a private Egyptologist guide, lunch at a local restaurant, and private transfers included, this tour offers a rich introduction to Egypt's Old Kingdom heritage.

Visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, stand before the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple, and discover the Step Pyramid of Zoser in Saqqara, the world's oldest major stone structure.

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 Yes

Cities Giza, Saqqara, Memphis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, and Memphis Discovery

Get picked up from your hotel by a Signature Tours Egypt representative.

Start your Giza Pyramids tour with the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus alongside your Egyptologist guide.
Continue to the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of Chephren, and visit the Valley Temple.
Visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser in Saqqara. Built in the 3rd Dynasty for King Djoser, it is the world's oldest major stone structure.
Proceed for lunch at a local restaurant.
Transfer to Memphis, founded by King Menes and the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. It was considered a center of rule and culture for over 3,000 years and was the first capital of Egypt.
See the Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.
Transfer back to your hotel after the trip.

Where this trip takes you

Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx of Giza, Step Pyramid of Zoser

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Al Haram 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up from and return to your hotel
Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
Lunch at a local restaurant
Bottled water during your trip
Shopping tours in Cairo
All taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuity

Know before you go

PRICE:

Tour price currency is set to USD, but you can pay in Euro or British Pound. The prices quoted are per person, per tour, all-inclusive, and are always updated to ensure you receive the best price possible.

CHILDREN POLICY:

A child travelling with two accompanying adults will pay the following:
- 0 years to 2 years of age: free of charge.
- 3 years to 5 years of age: 50% of the full rate.
- 6 years to 12 years of age: 75% of the full rate.
- 12+ pay the full tour price as an adult.
If your tour includes airfare, then an extra charge for the child rate may apply.

CANCELLATION:

Cancellation applies all year except peak times. Cancellation requests should be sent in writing to confirm that your reservation should be cancelled.
In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be applied:
- From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 15% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- Between 60 and 30 days before your arrival date, 25% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- Between 29 and 15 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- Between 14 and 7 days before your arrival date, 75% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- Between 7 and 1 days before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged.
Additionally, there are cancellation fees on all domestic flights within Egypt. If you cancel a tour at any time, you will be subject to any fees according to the airline's cancellation policy.
Cancellation for Christmas, New Year, and Easter time: in case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be applied:
- From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 25% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- Between 60 and 31 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- Between 30 and 15 days before your arrival date, 75% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- Between 14 and 1 days before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged.
Additionally, there are cancellation fees on all domestic flights within Egypt. If you cancel a tour at any time, you will be subject to any fees according to the airline's cancellation policy.

DEPOSIT AND BALANCE OF PAYMENT:

Reservations should be made as early as possible to book the desired holiday.
Space on a given tour will be secured upon receipt of a deposit of 25% of the full price. This payment will be 50% during the Christmas and New Year holidays and on packages including airfare.
The deposit counts as part of your final payment.
The deposit can be made by bank wire transfer, sent via Western Union, or paid using a credit card (Visa or MasterCard).
Payment should be received within 7 days of booking.
Payment should be received in full 20 days before arrival.

TIPPING:

Tipping for a job well done is customary in Egypt, though not required. Please feel welcome, but not obliged, to offer a tip to your guide.
Tour voucher: after your trip is confirmed, the company will email you the final confirmation as a voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact information for your tour operator, customer care, and additional information for your convenience.

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