Exclusive Saqqara Necropolis Day Tour from Cairo

5.0 (1 reviews) Giza, Egypt
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the secrets of ancient Egypt on this exclusive Saqqara necropolis day tour. Explore the remarkable Step Pyramid, delve into the Unas Pyramid featuring the first Pyramid Texts, and visit the tombs of notable figures like Mereruka and Kagemni. This 8-hour tour offers insights into ancient burial practices at the Serapeum and more, guided by a private Egyptologist. Enjoy seamless hotel pick-up and drop-off, and stay hydrated with unlimited bottled water throughout your journey.

- Visit iconic sites including the Step Pyramid and Unas Pyramid
- Explore ancient tombs and learn about burial traditions
- Private Egyptologist guide for personalized insights
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included

What's included

  • Pick-up and drop off from the hotels
  • The entrance fee as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All Ground transfers by a private A/C vehicle.
  • Private qualified Egyptologist tour guide.
  • Personal expences
  • You need to bring snacks as the full tour in the desert and no shops.

What to expect

  1. Cairo
    45m
    According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.

    After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to your accommodation.
  2. Saqqara Pyramid
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Visit the complex of the 6 steps Pyramid.
    It is the oldest stone pyramid in Egypt and a key milestone in ancient architecture. Built in the 27th century BC, it marks the beginning of pyramid construction in ancient Egypt.
  3. Pyramid of Unas
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Unas Pyramid visit from inside
    The Unas Pyramid at Saqqara is notable for being the first to feature the Pyramid Texts, ancient religious inscriptions carved into its walls, offering insights into early Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.
  4. Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep's Mastaba
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Khnumhotep and Niankhkhnum Tomb Visit:
    The Tomb of Khnumhotep and Niankhkhnum at Saqqara is notable for its unique depiction of the two men, offering insights into ancient Egyptian relationships and social roles.
  5. Serapeum
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Serapeum of Saqqara exploring:
    The Serapeum of Saqqara is an ancient burial site for the sacred Apis bulls, featuring large sarcophagi in underground galleries.
  6. Pyramid of Teti
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Mereruka Tomb visit:
    The Tomb of Mereruka at Saqqara belongs to a high-ranking official and features detailed carvings depicting daily life and ancient Egyptian elite duties.
  7. Mastaba of Kagemni
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Teti Pyramid and the tomb of Kagemni
    The Teti Pyramid at Saqqara is the tomb of King Teti and contains early pyramid texts. The Tomb of Kagemni nearby features reliefs of daily life and duties of Egypt’s elite.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our Tour Guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel will hold a board with your name.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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