Egypt · Archaeology

5-Hour Saqqara Archaeology Tour with Artisan Bazaar Visit

5 Hours Round trip from V698+9PP Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser, Egypt's oldest pyramid and first large-scale stone structure
02 Discover the Pyramid of Unas with its fascinating hieroglyphs
03 Visit the Serapeum, home to the sacred bull burials of ancient Egypt
04 Admire beautiful carvings and reliefs showing hunting, fishing, farming, and religious ceremonies
05 Meet local artisans at a carpet school and bazaar near Saqqara

Embark on an immersive journey through ancient Egyptian history at the Saqqara necropolis, home to some of the most significant tombs and monuments. Explore remarkable sites including the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the Pyramid of Unas, the Serapeum, and beautifully decorated tombs that reveal scenes of everyday life in ancient Egypt. The experience also includes a visit to a traditional handcraft bazaar and local carpet school, where you can engage with artisans who continue to use techniques passed down through generations.

Start at the Step Pyramid of Djoser (Zoser Pyramid), the oldest pyramid in Egypt and the world's first large-scale stone structure.

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What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Saqqara

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Saqqara Necropolis and Artisan Bazaar Experience

Arrival and introduction at Saqqara.
Start at the Step Pyramid of Djoser (Zoser Pyramid), the oldest pyramid in Egypt and the world's first large-scale stone structure.
Explore key tombs such as the Pyramid of Unas, the Serapeum, the Tomb of Mereruka, the Tomb of Ti, and the Tomb of Kagemni.
Admire the beautiful carvings and reliefs depicting everyday life scenes in ancient Egypt, including hunting, fishing, farming, boat building, and religious ceremonies.
Continue to the handcraft bazaar and artisan engagement.
Head to the local carpet school and bazaar located near the Saqqara site.
Here, you will encounter unique local artisans who specialize in traditional crafts passed down through generations.
Engage with the artisans as they demonstrate the ancient Egyptian techniques they use in their craft, and discover the secrets of these timeless practices.