Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, Memphis Tour from Cairo
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, Memphis Tour from Cairo
Duration: 8 hours
8 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore Egypt's ancient wonders with this guided tour, starting in Cairo and traveling south to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, and Memphis. Begin your journey at the Step Pyramid of Zoser in Saqqara, built around the 27th century BC by King Djoser as Egypt’s first pyramid structure. Your itinerary also includes a visit to Memphis, where you'll marvel at the Colossal Statue of Ramesses II, over 3,200 years old.
Explore Egypt's ancient wonders with this guided tour, starting in Cairo and traveling south to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, and Memphis. Begin your journey at the Step Pyramid of Zoser in Saqqara, built around the 27th century BC by King Djoser as Egypt’s first pyramid structure. Your itinerary also includes a visit to Memphis, where you'll marvel at the Colossal Statue of Ramesses II, over 3,200 years old.
An expert guide shares fascinating stories about Egypt's iconic structures during your exploration of the Pyramids of Giza.
While learning from engaging narratives, witness firsthand the architectural brilliance behind ancient Egyptian creations.
Capture memorable moments with photos taken against two wonders: the Great Pyramid and the Great Sphinx.
Tour these monumental sites to learn about their history and significance alongside an expert guide.
Admission granted for visiting the Colossal Statue of King Djoser's Step Pyramid at Saqqara, featuring a Memphis Tour starting from Cairo
Access to an expert Egyptologist guiding you through your visit to the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx in Egypt
Entry comes with shared transfers between locations including The Valley Temple during your tour
Transportation ticket for air-conditioned vehicle use covering all necessary journeys within Cairo, Egypt included
Use of bottled water provided throughout your experience at a cost of 200 EGP per person | IMPORTANT: keep this validity fact exactly: 200 years
One return pick-up and drop-off service from any accommodation in either Cairo or Giza is part of the package
Pickup/Drop-off Services for Heliopolis zone, 6th of October region, Nasr City, and Cairo International Airport
Entry Inside the Grand Pyramid
Entrance to Memphis, Pyramids & Sphinx
Saqqara Pyramid with a visitor in the foreground during a tour from Cairo.
Your Experience
Pickup is arranged from either Cairo or Giza as you start a southern journey through Egypt's ancient heritage. Your first stop will be the Step Pyramid of Zoser in Saqqara, built by King Djoser around 27th century BC and known as Egypt’s earliest pyramid structure.
- Memphis Tour from Cairo
Your exploration continues at Memphis, once ancient Egypt's capital city noted for its religious importance. Here you'll marvel at the Colossal Statue of Ramesses II—a stunning figure over 3,200 years old.
The journey includes a visit to the legendary Giza Pyramids: Cheops (Khufu), Chefren (Khephren), and Mykerinus (Menkaure). Make sure not to overlook the Great Sphinx with its Pharaoh's head on a lion’s body. The tour also encompasses the Valley Temple, which serves as a funerary complex featuring both a mortuary temple and the Pyramid of Chefren.
Following your exploration, enjoy lunch at a local eatery (expenses are personal). Your adventure concludes with a return drop-off to Cairo or Giza hotel.
Tourist photographing the Sphinx during Giza Pyramids tour from Cairo.
Ancient stone structure at the Giza Pyramids, part of a Cairo tour.
Saqqara Pyramid with a visitor in the foreground during a tour from Cairo.
Tourist photographing the Sphinx during Giza Pyramids tour from Cairo.
Ancient stone structure at the Giza Pyramids, part of a Cairo tour.
Giza Pyramids with tourists on camels, part of the Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur tour from Cairo.
This journey takes you to some of Egypt's most celebrated historical sites, including Giza Necropolis. Here, iconic pyramids and the Great Sphinx demonstrate ancient engineering prowess. The expedition continues at Saqqara Necropolis, revealing early Egyptian burial traditions. Tailored for those fascinated by history or architecture, this tour brings stories from a time when pharaohs ruled.
Engaging Experience at Giza Necropolis
The part of the tour dedicated to Giza features towering pyramids and statues that have stood through millennia. The Great Pyramid of Khufu captures attention with its 146-meter height, showcasing ancient precision in construction. Nearby, the Sphinx offers enigmatic insights into a bygone era. Each step across this vast necropolis uncovers architectural marvels transforming sand dunes into eternal landmarks.
Encounter with the Enigmatic Great Sphinx
The tour grants access to Giza's iconic Great Sphinx, standing as an immense guardian with its mysterious smile. This 73-meter-long limestone statue rises 20 meters high and is shrouded in grandeur. Hieroglyphs adorning it tell tales of ancient rulers that intrigue visitors worldwide. Standing next to the Sphinx allows for a deep connection to history where myth meets reality.
Discoveries at Saqqara Necropolis
Included in this tour is an exploration of Saqqara's burial grounds, older than Giza’s pyramids. Highlights include Djoser’s Step Pyramid, showcasing early architectural innovation by Imhotep. Each tomb visited reveals insights into ancient Egyptian rituals and the symbolism they carried.
Memphis: Unearthing Historical Significance
The tour also features a visit to Memphis's ruins, once Egypt's capital under pharaohs like Menes and Ramesses II. The remnants of temples and palaces offer glimpses into ancient life and religious practices through artifacts such as the Alabaster Sphinx.
Key Highlights
• Gain panoramic views from Giza Necropolis observation points.
• Explore Saqqara's tombs, rich with historical artifacts.
• Admire the Great Sphinx’s architectural and symbolic magnificence.
• Visit Memphis ruins to understand its historical importance as Egypt's former capital city.
• Benefit from included round-trip transportation for convenience.
• Learn about pyramids' construction techniques in detail.
This tour caters to history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and those seeking spiritual connections. It offers a passage through time with stories resonating across desert sands, connecting visitors with ancient legacies while appreciating the monuments as symbols of historical grandeur.
Visitor Tips
- Schedule your pickup from Cairo or Giza in advance to ensure availability for this included service and timely departure.
- To optimize your tour, start at Saqqara before proceeding south towards Memphis along the route.
- Prepare for an educational journey as you hear fascinating stories about ancient Egypt narrated by your expert guide during the tour.
Giza Pyramids with tourists on camels, part of the Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur tour from Cairo.
Plan ahead and secure your transportation in advance; shared transfers are included within Cairo for a smooth journey between sites like the Valley Temple.
To make the most of your visit to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, Memphis Tour from Cairo, consider starting with locations that require longer travel times first if you're visiting multiple attractions in one day.
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