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

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Marvel at the pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus at Giza
• 02 Take in panoramic views of all nine pyramids of Giza against the desert sands
• 03 See the enigmatic Great Sphinx and visit its Valley Temple
• 04 Explore Saqqara's vast necropolis and the Pyramid of Djoser
• 05 Discover ancient Memphis, Egypt's first capital, at Mit Rahina Museum

Explore some of Egypt's most iconic ancient sites on this private guided tour with an experienced Egyptologist. Visit the Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, then see the Great Sphinx and its Valley Temple. Continue to Saqqara to discover the Pyramid of Djoser and the decorated tombs of the nobles, before ending at Memphis, Egypt's first capital, at Mit Rahina Museum.

You will then head to a viewpoint for panoramic views of all nine pyramids of Giza silhouetted against the desert sands.

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 No

Cities Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis

Languages Arabic, Dutch, English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Pyramids of Giza and Panoramic Desert Views

• Your private air-conditioned car will collect you from your hotel for an excursion to visit the pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Your private guide, a qualified Egyptologist, will accompany you on the short drive out to the Giza pyramids.
• Marvel at the three major pyramids: the Great Pyramid of Khufu, along with the pyramids built by Khafre and Menkaure.
• You will then head to a viewpoint for panoramic views of all nine pyramids of Giza silhouetted against the desert sands.

2

Day 02

The Great Sphinx and Valley Temple

• Inside the Giza pyramids area, you will head to the Sphinx and the Valley Temple to see the body of the Sphinx.
• Listen to mysterious stories about this statue.

3

Day 03

Ancient Memphis at Mit Rahina Museum

• Memphis, or Mit Rahina Museum: your last and shortest stop is at the remains of ancient Memphis itself, Egypt's first capital, another short drive from Saqqara.
• You will return to your hotel with an excellent understanding of the ancient history of the area; lunch is included.

4

Day 04

Saqqara Necropolis and the Pyramid of Djoser

• Still at Giza, you will admire the Sphinx, the vast half-lion, half-human statue still standing after almost 3,500 years, before hopping into the car for another short drive to Saqqara.
• This expansive necropolis was the cemetery for the city of Memphis for thousands of years.
• Here, you will be able to see the oldest pyramid in Egypt, the Pyramid of Djoser, and marvel at the stunning art and carvings in the tombs of the nobles. Your guide will explain the meaning of the scenes.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off by modern car
• Private tour
• Professional guide
• Bottled water
• Lunch in a quality restaurant
• 30-minute camel ride

What's Not Included

• Admission to Pyramids of Giza ($20)
• Tipping
• Admission to Mit Rahina Museum ($15)
• Admission to Sakkara Pyramids ($15)

Know before you go

• Infants aged 2 and under are not charged for this tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cairo, Egypt

Tour start

Al Giza, Giza Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.