Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Sakkara & Memphis: Guided Tour from Cairo + Lunch Tickets
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Sakkara & Memphis: Guided Tour from Cairo + Lunch
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Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Sakkara & Memphis Guided Tour from Cairo
This comprehensive day tour takes you to Egypt's most significant ancient sites in one expertly guided excursion. You'll explore the legendary Giza Plateau with its three pyramids and the Sphinx, venture to Sakkara to see the world's oldest major stone building, and discover the ruins of Memphis, ancient Egypt's first capital.
Your professional Egyptologist guide brings 4,500 years of history to life as you travel between sites in air-conditioned comfort. The tour includes hotel pickup from Cairo, lunch at a local restaurant, and covers approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes of fascinating exploration across three UNESCO World Heritage locations.
What is Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo
- Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Services of a professional Egyptologist guide
- Soft drinks and bottled water
- All local taxes
- Lunch at a local restaurant (beverages not included)
Good to Know
The full day tour lasts approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes including transfers. Entrance fees (approximately $26) are not included in the tour price and must be paid on site. The tour is wheelchair accessible, but you'll need to inform the operator in advance.
Your professional Egyptologist guide conducts the tour in English, with other languages available upon request. The journey includes a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Sakkara, where you'll see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser. At Memphis, you'll visit the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.
Lunch is provided at a local restaurant featuring freshly prepared Egyptian dishes, though beverages must be purchased separately. The tour covers three major archaeological sites: the Giza Plateau with the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinos, plus the Sphinx and Valley Temple; Sakkara with its revolutionary Step Pyramid; and the ancient capital of Memphis with its impressive statuary.
Why you'll love it
- Full-day tour covering the Giza Plateau, Sakkara and Memphis
- Walk among all three Giza Pyramids and stand before the Sphinx
- Sakkara houses the world's oldest surviving major stone structure
- Memphis, ancient Egypt's first capital, explored as an open-air site
- Professional Egyptologist guide narrates 4,500 years of history
- Lunch and round-trip transfers from Cairo included
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Egyptologist guide
- Soft drinks and water
- Local taxes
- Lunch
- Entrance fee: $26
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Know before you go
Entrance fees are not included and are approximately $26 per person
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven ground
Bring bottled water and sun protection during warmer months
Please carry a valid photo ID for site entry
Wheelchair accessible, ask in advance if special arrangements are needed
- Visitor guidelines
Explore Egypt’s Ancient Wonders on a Guided Day Tour
Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pickup in Cairo, setting the stage for a full day of discovery and insight. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle accompanied by a professional Egyptologist guide who brings each site to life with fascinating stories and historical context.
Visit the Iconic Giza Pyramids
Arrive at the legendary Giza Plateau and stand before the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinos. Learn the secrets of these ancient structures as your guide explains their historical and cultural significance. Pause for a memorable photo opportunity with the majestic Sphinx and witness the grandeur of the Valley Temple where King Chephren was once prepared for the afterlife.
Travel to Sakkara and Witness Early Pyramid Innovation
After exploring Giza, enjoy a 2.5-hour scenic drive to Sakkara. Here, discover the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, considered to be the oldest major stone building in Egypt. Listen as your guide shares insight into the revolutionary architecture and the role Sakkara played in shaping funeral traditions.
Savor a Local Egyptian Lunch
The day includes a stop at a local restaurant where you can enjoy freshly prepared Egyptian dishes (please note beverages are not included). This break offers the perfect chance to relax and discuss your experiences with fellow travelers and your guide.
Explore the Ruins of Memphis City
Continue your exploration at Memphis, ancient Egypt’s first capital and a site rich with history. Walk among the impressive statues and visit the colossal statue of Ramses II as well as the striking Alabaster Sphinx. Your guide provides expert background on these monuments and shares their importance in Egypt’s story.
End the Day with a Comfortable Return
After a full day immersed in ancient grandeur, you’ll be transported back to your hotel in comfort, with newfound knowledge and appreciation for Egypt’s rich past.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Guided visits to Giza, Sakkara, and Memphis
Lunch at a local restaurant (drinks not included)
Professional Egyptologist guide throughout
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Where you'll be
The Great Pyramid of Giza, Al Haram, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Giza Desert
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