Memphis, Saqqara and the Pyramids of Giza from Cairo

5.0 (20 reviews) Giza, Egypt
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Duration7h - 8h
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LanguagesArabic, German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Romanian, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 13 travelers
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Overview

You will be picked up from the hotel in Cairo at 8:00 am by air-conditioned bus to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. Memphis is located about 18 km south of Cairo and was around 3000 BC. Founded by Menes.

Visit the alabaster sphinx and the colossal statue of Ramses II. The necropolis Sakkara is one of the most important sub-Egyptian tombs besides Giza. The largest and most impressive tomb is that of Pharaoh Djoser of the 3rd dynasty of the Old Kingdom (circa 2650 BC) with the famous Step Pyramid. Next to the step pyramid, you will visit the Pyramid of Teti, the tombs of Mereruka and Kagemmi and the Imhotep Museum.

On the way to Giza you will have lunch in a local restaurant. The further course takes you to the great pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Afterwards you will be taken back to your hotel by car.

Options

without entrance fees

This option includes lunch and transfers. Entrance fees to the mentioned sights are not included.
Pickup included

With entrance fees

This option includes the entrance fees (pyramid area, Memphis-Sakkara-lunch-transfers-museum).
Pickup included

What's included

  • Tour guide in Cairo
  • Entry to all mentioned locations (if option selected)
  • Lunch
  • Transfers by air-conditioned bus
  • soft drinks
  • All services not mentioned in the description.

What to expect

  1. Memphis and Sakkara
    4h · Admission ticket not included
    You will be picked up from your hotel or airport in Cairo and travel to Memphis in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus. Located about 18 km south of Cairo, it was founded around 3000 BC by Menes, the 1st Pharaoh of the 1st Dynasty. Visit the alabaster sphinx and the colossal statue of Ramses II. The Saqqara necropolis is one of the most important Lower Egyptian burial sites alongside Giza. .

    The largest and most impressive burial site is that of Pharaoh Djoser from the 3rd Dynasty of the Old Kingdom (approx. 2650 BC) with the famous step pyramid. .

    This pyramid is considered the forerunner of the classic pyramids.
    The five steps of the pyramid that are still visible give you an impression of the technology used by the builders.

    Djoser's burial chamber is located below the actual pyramid.

    In addition to the step pyramid, you will visit the pyramid of Teti, the tombs of Mereruka and Kagemmi, and the Imhotep Museum.
  2. 30m
    On the way to Giza you will have lunch in a local restaurant.
  3. The Pyramids Of Giza
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    Immediately afterwards you will be driven to one of the seven wonders of the world> the great pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. The pyramid tour ends at the Sphinx and the temples in its surroundings. At the end of the day you will be driven back to the hotel or airport in Cairo.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Guests will be picked up from all hotels in Cairo and Giza.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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