Private Day Tour of Pyramids of Giza and Saqqara

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Great Sphinx of Giza Mit Rahina Museum Step Pyramid of Djoser The Great Pyramid of Giza
Private Day Tour of Pyramids of Giza and SaqqaraPrivate Day Tour of Pyramids of Giza and SaqqaraPrivate Day Tour of Pyramids of Giza and Saqqara
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This full-day private tour from Cairo or Giza offers an in-depth exploration of the Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Great Sphinx of Giza, with insights from an Egyptologist guide. You will also visit the ancient city of Memphis, where the Mit Rahina Museum showcases artifacts from this historic site, and explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser within the Sakkara necropolis, known for its early tomb architecture. The itinerary provides a chance to understand the historical and mythological significance of these landmarks while enjoying a mixed grill lunch before returning to your hotel. This experience suits travelers interested in Egypt’s ancient history and archaeology, seeking a private and informative day trip to key sites in Al Haram and Saqqara.

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

Stop At: Step Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara Egypt  Erected by King Zoser was one of the first attempts to build a smooth sided pyramid

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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