From Cairo: Full-Day Guided Tour of Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara & Memphis with Lunch & Hotel Transfers

Explore Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis with an expert guide. Visit the pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara Step Pyramid, Memphis ruins, and historic monuments with smooth round-trip transfers.

Getting started

Your experience begins with round-trip hotel transfers from Cairo or Giza. A comfortable air-conditioned vehicle picks you up and takes you directly to the Giza Plateau, Saqqara, and Memphis, skipping the hassle of public transport.

What to expect

• Guided pyramid exploration: Walk around the exteriors of the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with a knowledgeable guide, learning about their construction, history, and cultural significance.

• The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple: Stand before the iconic Great Sphinx of Giza, and explore the nearby Valley Temple of Khafre, understanding its symbolism and role in royal rituals.

• Saqqara Step Pyramid & Memphis ruins: Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the oldest stone pyramid in Egypt, and explore the ancient ruins of Memphis, gaining insight into Egypt’s early dynastic capital.

• Surrounding monuments & complex layout: See the tombs, causeways, and scattered monuments across Giza and Saqqara to understand the broader historical context of these ancient sites.

• Comfortable transport & ease: Enjoy hassle-free travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with round-trip hotel transfers, making your full-day tour comfortable and seamless.

Know before you go

What to bring

• Bring your ticket for the experience.

• Valid ID if you are planning to purchase tickets on-site.

• Bring a hat and sunscreen as the area is mostly open desert

• Students must bring their ID for discounted entry.

Accessibility

• The site is not fully wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain.

Additional information

• Entry tickets to Saqqara and Memphis are not included in the base tour. You'll view these sites from outside.

• Free entry for children below 6 years.

• Entry inside the pyramids requires a separate ticket, available for purchase on-site.

• Camel rides are available only in select tour variants.

• For camel rides, it's recommended to book in advance with your tour to avoid scams or being overcharged.

• Photography with mobile phones is free; additional charges may apply for professional cameras.

• Inside the pyramid access requires a separate ticket, which is available for purchase on-site.

• Round-trip hotel transfers are available only from Cairo or Giza. Additional charges may apply for other locations.

• During the holy month of Ramadan, the pickup time will be 7:30am for all tours.

• During the holy month of Ramadan (Feb 18 to March 18), operating hours for the Pyramids of Giza are from 8am-4pm.