Day 01
Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara and Memphis Discovery
- 7:00 AM - Depart from Cairo to the Great Pyramid of Giza (Pyramid of Khufu).
- Begin the tour at the Great Pyramid of Giza. If interested, you can purchase an additional ticket to enter the pyramid.
- Visit the Pyramid of Khafre, recognizable by its still-intact casing stones at the top. You can also enter this pyramid for an additional fee.
- Explore the Pyramid of Menkaure.
- Walk down to the Great Sphinx, the iconic statue with a lion's body and a pharaoh's head.
- Head to the panoramic viewpoint to see all three pyramids together. This is a great spot for photos.
- Transfer to Saqqara, a 30-minute drive from Giza.
- Step into the Pyramid of Djoser and begin at the Saqqara Necropolis, home to Egypt's first pyramid, designed by the architect Imhotep.
- Visit the Pyramid of Teti, which is notable for its Pyramid Texts.
- Explore the mastabas, including the tomb of the high-ranking official Kagemni, adorned with detailed carvings and paintings.
- Transfer to Memphis and visit the Memphis Open-Air Museum.
- See the massive limestone statue of Ramses II at the Colossus of Ramses II.
- Admire the smaller but equally impressive Alabaster Sphinx.
- Explore various other statues and artifacts from the ancient city.
- Have lunch and return to Cairo.
