"Private Half-Day Tour to the Giza Pyramids Saqqara and Memphis
Embark on a guided journey to discover the Giza Pyramids, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. You'll witness the majestic Great Sphinx and visit the "Valley Temple," known for its mummification practices. Experience a camel ride through the desert, offering a unique perspective of the pyramids from behind.
This half-day excursion allows you to avoid Giza's relentless vendors while immersing yourself in three quintessential Egyptian experiences. With a private guide, you'll delve into the mysteries of ancient Egypt, marvel at the pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, capture memorable photos, and traverse the desert on a camel. The tour also includes a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local eatery.
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"Private Half-Day Tour to the Giza Pyramids Saqqara and Memphis
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What's included in "Private Half-Day Tour to the Giza Pyramids Saqqara and Memphis
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Pyramids of Giza
Your journey begins at 8:00 AM with a pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by a guide from Excellent Tour. This marks the start of your full-day Giza tour. You will visit the iconic Giza Pyramids, including the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos. Next, explore the Valley Temple, where priests once mummified King Chephren, the builder of the second pyramid at Giza Plateau. This is also the location where you can get an up-close view of the Sphinx, the mythical guardian with a lion’s body and the head of King Chephren, standing sentinel by the vast funeral complex
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
Next, proceed with your day tour to Sakkara, situated just 27 km southwest of Cairo. Explore the Step Pyramid, built for King Zoser, which represents a significant milestone in the evolution of pyramid construction, transitioning from the basic mastaba to the more elaborate pyramid structure we recognize today.
Memphis and Sakkara
Proceed with your tour to the ancient city of Memphis, once the capital of Egypt. Here, you'll find the immense statue of Ramses II and the impressive Alabaster Sphinx. Memphis dates back to around 3100 B.C.
Inclusions
- hotel pick up and drop off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Tour Guide
- Tickets
- Tipping
- Any extra places not motioned in the programmer
- Pickup from airport with extra fees $15
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
