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

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the Great Pyramid of Giza and the iconic Sphinx
• 02 Explore Saqqara's Step Pyramid, the world's earliest monumental stone structure
• 03 See the colossal statue of Ramses II in ancient Memphis
• 04 Discover the Open-Air Museum in Memphis with statues and artifacts from Egypt's past

Embark on an unforgettable tour to the Giza Pyramids, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the iconic Sphinx. Explore the complex of King Djoser and the ancient Step Pyramid at Saqqara, the world's first stone structure. Continue to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where you'll visit the Open-Air Museum and stand before the colossal statue of Ramses II. This journey through history offers a fascinating glimpse into Egypt's rich cultural heritage and architectural wonders.

Embark on an unforgettable tour to the Giza Pyramids, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the iconic Sphinx.

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 Not applicable

Cities Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Hotel Pickup by Private Vehicle

• Pick up from your hotel by a private modern air-conditioned vehicle.

2

Day 02

Explore the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

• Arrive at the Giza Plateau to visit the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza - Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos.
• Explore the pyramids and learn about the history, construction, and significance of these ancient wonders.
• Visit the Mortuary Temple of King Chephren, then continue to the Sphinx, the giant limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.

3

Day 03

Discover Saqqara and the Step Pyramid of Djoser

• Drive to the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, home to the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the world's earliest monumental stone structure. Then visit the Pyramid of Unas, which contains the oldest pyramid texts ever found, as well as some of the nobles' tombs.

4

Day 04

Visit Ancient Memphis and Its Open-Air Museum

• Explore Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, founded by King Menes in the Old Kingdom.
• See the impressive Colossus of Ramses II, a massive statue that was once part of a larger temple.
• Visit the open-air museum, where you can admire various statues and artifacts from the city's past.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private tour
• Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional driver
• Pick-up from hotel and return
• One bottle of water for each participant
• Free visit to the Papyrus Institute and perfume factory

What's Not Included

• Entrance fees
• Lunch (optional)
• Beverages during the meal
• Optional activities
• Any extras not mentioned in the program
• Tipping

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hotel

Tour start

X4HJ+HG5, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, Cairo Governorate 3512201, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.