Giza Pyramids, Memphis, Sakkara, and Dahshur Private Tour: A Day of Ancient Egyptian Wonders
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Explore the wonders of ancient Egypt on a private tour of the Giza Pyramids, Memphis, Sakkara, and Dahshur. Discover the oldest archaeological sites and learn about the development of Egyptian building techniques. Includes a qualified Egyptologist guide, transfers, and lunch.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Pyramids of Dahshour - Egyptology guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza on time. transfer to the south and visit the Red Pyramid and Bent pyramid at Dahshur. This is a famous royal necropolis in Egypt located in the desert on the West Bank of the Nile approximately 40 kilometres (25 mi) south of Cairo. It is known chiefly for many famous pyramids two of which are among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613–2589 BC; the red and bent Pyramids of King Snefru.
- Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - Proceed to Saqqara, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for King Zoser), the world’s oldest major stone structure, in Saqqara, it is considered an important part of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form. This pyramid was built during the reign of the Third Dynasty of Ancient Egypt 4,800 years ago. Also visit the Tombs of the Nobles in Saqqara and learn more about the daily life of ancient Egyptian noblemen
- Memphis and Sakkara - Then, visiting the ancient capital city of Memphis located about 24 kilometers south of Cairo. Memphis which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. It was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3,000 years and was the first capital of Egypt. Though little remains of this pharaonic city, the open air museum here is worth a visit. See the huge fallen image of Ramesses II, which is 16 meters high and the great Alabaster Sphinx of Queen Hatshepsut at the museum.
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Pyramids of Giza - After this great tour, you will have the chance to go to a papyrus institute to see how the Egyptians produced this genuine artwork thousands of years ago. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant.
Once you enter the Giza plateau area, you will be able to go very close to the Great Pyramid of Cheops, and staring at that massive structure, you will realize that your dream of visiting the only surviving wonder of the ancient world came true. Your guide will provide you with historical insights into those 4600 years old tombs, how they were built and how long it took the ancient Egyptians to complete them. He will also give you enough time to take as many photos as you wish. You may like to enter the burial chamber of one of the pyramids (Extra Ticket). - Pyramid of Khafre - Passing through the pyramids of Chephren and Menkaure, you will stop to click some photos of all the pyramids together. In that part of the Sahara Desert area, you will also have the chance to ride a camel, take nice clicks and have a lot of desert fun (optional with extra cost).
- Great Sphinx - After these pyramids, we visit the Valley Temple - The place where the priests mummified the dead body of king Chephren, owner of the second pyramid at Giza Plateau. It is also the place where you can have a close-up look at the Sphinx; the legendary guardian that stands by the huge funeral complex with its lion body and the head of king Chephren. This mysterious monument was carved to symbolize the pharaoh’s power and wisdom. You may also visit the Solar Boat Museum (optional), home to the well preserved funerary boat of Cheops.
- Cairo - Finally, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
What's Included
- Expert English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for hotel transfers.
- Lunch at a quality local restaurant.
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing.
- Tipping to the guide and driver.
- Water or Beverages during the lunchtime at the restaurant.
- Available to pick Travelers at Cairo airport, 6th.Oct or New Cairo hotels with extra 10$ USD per.p
- Available to drop Travelers at Cairo airport, 6th.Oct or New Cairo hotels with extra 10$ USD per.p
- Entrance fees to Giza Pyramids 360 eg.pounds per person.
- Entrance fees to Saqqara Pyramids 300 eg.pounds per person.
- Entrance fees to Memphis 100 eg.pounds per person
- Entrance fees to Dahshur Pyramids 100 eg.pounds per person
Additional Information
Tour Egypt’s finest pyramids and the oldest archaeological dig sites in all of Egypt in this 8-hours private tour. Take the best historical and archaeological day tour to the wonders of Egypt from the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx to the Red and the Bent Pyramid of Dahshur as well as Memphis, the capital of the Old Kingdom. This is a great excursion to see the development of Ancient Egyptian building techniques all in one day. Your tour is led by a qualified Egyptologist guide. Round-trip transfers from your Cairo or Giza hotel and lunch included
- You will need to pay the entrance fees to the sightseeing by card.
- Other languages are available with extra charge upon your request.
Location
Pyramids of Dahshour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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W2916ibmarial
Jul 5, 2021
Memorable Experience and Excellent Tour Guide - Seeing the Giza Pyramids was my childhood dream, so happy to visit, but thr Djoser Pyramid in Saqqara is also incredibly impressive.
It was a spectacular tour, and thank you for a wonderful tour guide, Doaa. She was one of the best guides we ever had, very knoweledgeable and passionate about her work, I highly recommend her as a tour guide.
The lunch was delicious and in a cool place. We felt very safe and had a relaxed fun experience exploring the wonders of Egypt. Will definitely book with them again for my next visit.
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Jkaiser777
Jun 10, 2021
Can't Be Beat! - This was a really great experience! We started our trip in Saqqara, driving out to see the Step pyramid. Our guide was very knowledgeable and our driver stopped often to grab us water. If you've never seen a pyramid in real life, the experience is just breathtaking. We then went to Dahshur to see the Step pyramid. (*Going inside the bent pyramid is not for the faint of heart*) before going to Giza. The pyramids are absolutely amazing, as was the camel ride we went on! The sphinx is a little underwhelming comparatively, as you have to watch it from a distance, but it's still worth the trip. Heba did a great job organizing the trip, and Doaa was an amazing tour guide!
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