Egypt · Archaeology

7-Hour Cairo Pyramids Tour with Saqqara, Memphis and Optional Cruise

7 Hours Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the ancient Memphis Museum and its colossal statue of Ramses II
  • 02 Explore Saqqara's Step Pyramid of Zoser and the Pyramid of King Tity
  • 03 Marvel at the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Sphinx
  • 04 Enhance your experience with optional camel rides, Sound and Light Shows, or a Nile dinner cruise

Join this tour tailored for pyramid lovers as you explore three remarkable ancient sites: the Saqqara complex, the Giza Pyramids, and the Memphis Museum, where you will see the giant statue of Ramses II. Along the way, discover some of Egypt's most iconic archaeological treasures, from the Step Pyramid of Zoser to the mysterious Sphinx. You can also enhance your day with optional experiences such as a camel ride, a Sound and Light Show, or a Nile dinner cruise.

The largest, the Great Pyramid, is your first stop, followed by the second pyramid, where you have the option of going inside, and then the third and smallest of the three pyramids.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Shared
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

Explore Memphis, Saqqara and the Giza Pyramids

  • Start at the Memphis Museum, where you will see the colossal statue of Ramses II.

  • Head to the Saqqara complex to visit the Pyramid of Zoser, the Tomb of Ka-Gemini, and the Pyramid of King Tity.

  • Enjoy a wholesome lunch at a good restaurant in the middle of the countryside.

  • Continue to the Pyramids of Giza. The largest, the Great Pyramid, is your first stop, followed by the second pyramid, where you have the option of going inside, and then the third and smallest of the three pyramids.

  • Visit the Solar Boat (optional), enjoy the beautiful panorama of the three pyramids, take photos, and have a camel ride (optional).

  • Explore the Valley Temple of Chephren, and lastly, visit the Sphinx.

  • Return to the hotel.

  • Optional: Spend the evening outside the hotel and book a Sound and Light Show, or enjoy a dinner cruise, which is a unique experience on a 5-star boat. You can enjoy an interesting program including Oriental Egyptian dancing, a folkloric show, and an open buffet of delicious Egyptian cuisine.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cairo 4 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation in an air-conditioned van

  • Driving service

  • Egyptian guiding service

  • A bottle of water for each guest

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees for the sites

  • Lunch (optional)

  • Camel ride fees (optional)

  • Booking a dinner cruise (optional)

  • Booking of Sound and Light Show (optional)

Know before you go

  • Camel rides can be arranged to accentuate your tour experience in Egypt.

  • Book a Sound and Light Show or enjoy a Nile dinner cruise.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Egypt
Tour start
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Cairo.

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