Private Tour Giza Pyramids Sphinx Memphis and Saqqara

Overview

The Giza Pyramids are an absolute must-see when visiting Egypt, yet far less frequented are the close by sites of Memphis and Saqqara (Sakkara), where you can find the ruins of a former city and a pyramid that changed Egyptian building techniques. Combine these three remarkable locations for a more thorough understanding of the old world; opting for a personal tour guide gives you the freedom to explore each spot in your own way.

What’s included

• Expert Egyptologist guide
• WiFi during the tour
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Individual tour
• Meal included
• Riding camel for 20 minutes
• Refreshments provided
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan with WiFi access

What’s Exclude

• Entrance fees

What To Expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Pyramids of Giza, Al Haram Str., Giza 12611 Egypt

At Cairo Your Egyptologist guide will greet you at your hotel in an air-conditioned car at 8am to take you to the Giza Pyramids. Admire the three colossal pyramids of the kings and the numerous smaller ones that were tombs of the queens. If desired, your guide can arrange for you to climb inside the Great Pyramid or view King Khufu's solar boat for an extra fee. Wander into the desert and hop on a camel for a 20-minute ride on the renowned 'ship of the desert', before visiting Valley Temple and viewing the iconic Sphinx. You'll enjoy lunch with a view ofthe pyramids at a local restaurant.


Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Memphis and Sakkara, Saqqara 12919 Egypt

You'll then drive to Saqqara to observe Djoser's Pyramid - likelyEgypt’s oldest pyramid - enter Teti's Pyramid to see its pyramid texts, and admire various eye-catching reliefs in noblemen's tombs. Afterwards, head off to Memphis - ancientEgypt’s capital until around 2200 BC - where you can marvel at UNESCO-listed sculptures and ruins in its outdoor museum; culminating with an enormous fallen statue of Ramses II.


Duration: 4 hours

Additional Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Most travelers can participate
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Voucher Requirements

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Departure Time

08:00 AM

Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Your hotel in Cairo or Giza

Hotel Pickup

Yes

Return Details

Returns to original departure point