Private Day Tour of Pyramids of Giza and Saqqara

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This full-day private tour from Cairo or Giza explores key ancient sites in the Al Haram area, including the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx of Giza, both viewed from outside as admission is not included. Your Egyptologist guide will provide insights into the history and mythology surrounding these iconic landmarks before you continue to the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, one of the earliest large-scale stone constructions. The tour also visits the open-air Mit Rahina Museum in Memphis, offering a glimpse into life in the Nile Delta region. After exploring these significant archaeological sites, the experience concludes with a mixed grill lunch and hotel drop-off, making it suitable for travelers interested in ancient Egyptian history who prefer a personalized and informative day trip.
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Itinerary

The Great Pyramid of Giza

Stop At: Pyramids of Giza, Al Haram

Pick up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and drive to the plateau to see the mighty Pyramids of Giza which once belonged to the Kings of ancient Egypt Khufu, Khafre and Menkaura. Then drive to the the viewing platform to have a picture with the three Pyramids at your background.

Duration: 3 hours

Great Sphinx of Giza

Stop At: Great Sphinx, Al-Haram  Down the valley you will have a close look at the Sphinx which is thought to be the guardian of the three Pyramids. The sphinx has a head of man and body of a lion that resembles wisdom and strength.

Duration: 30 minutes

Step Pyramid of Djoser

Duration: 30 minutes

Mit Rahina Museum

Stop At: Memphis and Sakkara, Saqqara

The tour takes you to Memphis, the old capital of Egypt, which is now marked as an open-air museum exhibiting a remarkable huge state of Ramses II, and many small sphinx statues. The necropolis of Sakkara 15 miles (24 km) southeast of Cairo will be your next stop to see the Step Pyramid of Zoser the first Pyramids thought to be built. After visiting Sakkara, return to Cairo where your tour will finish with hotel drop off.

Duration: 2 hours

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

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