Full-Day Tour at Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis
Description
This full-day tour of the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis is unique because it allows you to explore some of Egypt's most iconic landmarks alongside lesser-known gems. You'll visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Sphinx, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, and several other pyramids and tombs. You'll also explore the open-air museum in Memphis, home to many impressive statues and artifacts. Throughout the tour, you'll be accompanied by an expert guide who will provide you with in-depth information and insights. Round-trip transportation and a delicious lunch are included, making this a comfortable and convenient way to experience the wonders of ancient Egypt in a single, unforgettable day.
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Itinerary
We start by pickup from your hotel, then Our Egyptologist tour guide will take you to The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx which are among the most iconic and impressive ancient structures in the world. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the largest of the three pyramids and is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The Pyramid of Khafre is slightly smaller but has a more intact pyramidion, while the Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest but has more complex internal structures. The Sphinx, a giant limestone statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, stands nearby and is believed to have been built during the reign of Khafre. You will marvel at the incredible feats of engineering and construction that allowed the ancient Egyptians to build such monumental structures, and learn about the culture and beliefs of this fascinating civilization. (Entering the pyramids from inside requires an extra ticket).
The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the most famous and impressive ancient structures in the world. It is located on the Giza Plateau near Cairo, Egypt and is believed to have been constructed as a tomb for the pharaoh Khufu, who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom period of ancient Egypt. The pyramid was built using an estimated 2.3 million stone blocks, each weighing between 2 and 80 tons, and is estimated to have taken around 20 years to complete. It originally stood at a height of 146 meters (481 feet), although erosion and the removal of its outer casing stones have reduced its height to around 138 meters (453 feet) today. The pyramid's internal structure is just as impressive as its exterior. It contains three main chambers: the King's Chamber, the Queen's Chamber, and the Subterranean Chamber. The King's Chamber, located in the heart of the pyramid, contains an empty sarcophagus and is thought to have been the final resting place of Khufu's mummified body.
The Pyramid of Khafre is the second-largest of the three pyramids at the Giza Necropolis in Egypt, and it was built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom period, around 2500 BC. It is located just to the south-west of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three pyramids. The Pyramid of Khafre was originally 143.5 meters (471 feet) tall, with a base of approximately 215 meters (705 feet) on each side. Today, the pyramid stands at a height of 136 meters (446 feet). It was built using similar construction techniques as the Great Pyramid of Khufu, with large limestone blocks weighing up to 10 tons each. The interior of the pyramid consists of a descending corridor that leads to an antechamber, a burial chamber, and a subterranean chamber. Unlike the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre still retains some of its original casing stones at the top of the pyramid, which give it a distinctive appearance.
Pass by The Pyramid of Menkaure is the smallest of the three main pyramids at Giza. It was built for Pharaoh Menkaure during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. It stands approximately 65 meters tall with a base measuring 102 meters on each side. The pyramid was originally covered in smooth Tura limestone, but much of it has been removed over time. Inside, there are three chambers designed to hold the Pharaoh's sarcophagus and funerary equipment. The pyramid was built with granite blocks at its base, which is unique. The complex includes smaller pyramids for Menkaure's queens, a mortuary temple, a causeway, and a valley temple. Visitors can explore the exterior of the pyramid and the complex as part of a guided tour of the Giza Plateau.
One of the most famous features of the Pyramid of Khafre is the Sphinx, a large limestone statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. The Sphinx is located just to the east of the pyramid and is thought to have been built during the reign of Khafre.
After the visit to the Pyramids of Giza, our next stop is Saqqara which is an ancient necropolis located about 30 kilometers south of Cairo, Egypt. It is home to several pyramids, tombs, and temples, including the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser. During the visit you will see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, Pyramids of Teti, Tombs of the nobles.
Our last stop after lunch is Memphis, which was the ancient capital of Egypt and is located about 20 kilometers south of Cairo. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to several important archaeological sites and monuments. In Memphis you will see the Statue of Ramses II, the open air museum, the Alabaster Statue of Sphinx. After the tour ends, you will drive back to your hotel or desired location.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our guide will be waiting for you with a sign of your name and our logo. Airport, New Cairo, 6 October pickups will add an extra charge of 10 USD.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(33)
Indescribable so poor the service was Despite a written document and several emails confirming the date, time and place of pick-up, no one showed up at the appointment!!! We reached the assistance but as we did not speak English, our interlocutor allowed herself to hang up twice, we also contacted the provider who did not understand our surprise because obviously we had not confirmed the day before, still had to be connected Our 11-year-old to whom we promised the visit of the pyramids, was collapsed, what a shame!!!!
Couple trip, we stayed a week between Giza and Cairo. We tried all the tours that the agency offered: the visit to the pyramids of Giza, the quad bike ride in the desert, the tour of Coptic Cairo and the Old Citadel, a tour of Alexandria, Egypt, dinner with mini cruise on the Nile, a tour of El Alamein, at the Italian military shrine and the museum of World War II. And then we concluded with guided tours of the three largest museums in Giza and Cairo: the Egyptian Civilization Museum where you will find an impressive amount of well-preserved mummies, the Old Egyptian Museum in Cairo, in the historic center of the city, with a more intimate and intimate atmosphere, and finally the Grand Egyptian museum, the new museological center, just behind the Giza Plain. An imposing structure, which looks to the future and which collects an entire section on the treasure of Tutankhamun. Unforgettable experiences, always accompanied by our Islam guide, super prepared and always kind to us. We will return with them to visit the south of the country and the beauties of Aswan and Luxor.
The experience is amazing! Great places and very intelligent tour guide. We really had a great time and it’s fun talking to the guide.
We had great time and great photos too. We learned a lot about history and very great photographer as well. Thank you to our tour guide Yasser and Driver Mo for a great full day.
Sara is a professional guide with two degrees in ancient Egyptian history. She is extremely knowledgeable on everything Ancient Egypt. She's very pleasant and clear. I really enjoyed everything. She speaks english very well. She is also an excellent photographer. I highly recommend booking with Sara! Сара - профессиональный гид, с двумя образованиями, связанными с историей древнего Египта. Очень приятная и четкая:) Все очень понравилось. Хороший английский.
thank you so much for sharing your views and experiences with 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS. We are so proud and happy to see how happy you are with your trip. Your review is highly appreciated and it is very important for us and for the guest who are looking for a perfect trip in Egypt we all promise you to keep going to provide the best tours, thanks for choosing our tour company and Thank you again for your nice words , looking forward seeing you many times in Egypt. Best regards 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS
We passed a very nice day. Our guide Kholoud was very friendly and informative. We got a very comfortable car for 4 people.
thank you so much for sharing your views and experiences with 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS. We are so proud and happy to see how happy you are with your trip. Your review is highly appreciated and it is very important for us and for the guest who are looking for a perfect trip in Egypt we all promise you to keep going to provide the best tours, thanks for choosing our tour company and Thank you again for your nice words , looking forward seeing you many times in Egypt. Best regards 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS
Was assigned Sara from 9 pyramid tours and I highly recommend her. She is a brilliant and knowledgeable 28 year old Egyptologist who is also caring and not calculative. I spent one day with her at the Giza pyramids and Saqqara. Also, another day at the old Egyptian museum and civilisation museum, followed by old Cairo and Coptic churches. She explained the history so well and took such lovely pictures! I spent 4 days (3 days Egypt and 1 day Luxor) with a private driver and private guide. The price is very reasonable too! If you booked independent tours and transport, it adds to the same or less. The best part is Sara handled everything so I didn’t have to deal with any touters, drivers, camel riders etc. so no nasties or scams. All handled by her. On the day of arrival, after visiting the new grand Egyptian Musuem, I realised that a lot of sights were at Luxor and decided on the last minute to fly to Luxor and change my day trip at Alexandra to Luxor. Sara made all the arrangements for a driver and guide at Luxor. The flight got delayed from 10pm to 1am and delayed to 3am (not by their fault) and a full day trip at Luxor was not possible so I extended one more night and she accommodated all my changes. At Luxor, the driver came at 3am and drove me to my hotel safely. At 10am they fetched me and brought me to the Karnak temple , valley of kings, and Luxor temple at night. The guide Ahmad was very brotherly and took good care of me. Many thanks again to sara for arranging all of these at the last minute (2days before) and keeping me safe and happy especially as a solo female traveller! ❤️
thank you so much for sharing your views and experiences with 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS. We are so proud and happy to see how happy you are with your trip. Your review is highly appreciated and it is very important for us and for the guest who are looking for a perfect trip in Egypt we all promise you to keep going to provide the best tours, thanks for choosing our tour company and Thank you again for your nice words , looking forward seeing you many times in Egypt. Best regards 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS
The tour guide Sara and the driver (gougou) made the experience so much better! Amazing views of the pyramids very knowledgeable tour guide(Sara) and excellent photographer😄! Definitely recommend it
thank you so much for sharing your views and experiences with 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS. We are so proud and happy to see how happy you are with your trip. Your review is highly appreciated and it is very important for us and for the guest who are looking for a perfect trip in Egypt we all promise you to keep going to provide the best tours, thanks for choosing our tour company and Thank you again for your nice words , looking forward seeing you many times in Egypt. Best regards 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS
Incredible journey and tour guide! Rawan (Ruru) made my day. She is knowledgeable, generous, well-spoken, and an amazing woman! Truly gave more perspective and appreciation to each location. Request her!
thank you so much for sharing your views and experiences with 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS. We are so proud and happy to see how happy you are with your trip. Your review is highly appreciated and it is very important for us and for the guest who are looking for a perfect trip in Egypt we all promise you to keep going to provide the best tours, thanks for choosing our tour company and Thank you again for your nice words , looking forward seeing you many times in Egypt. Best regards 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS
I was traveling to Cairo for a wedding and planned a day tour. I found 9 Pyramids Tours. They reached out to me via WhatsApp to confirm my tour and inquired about my transportation to my hotel from the airport. 9 Pyramids Tour was available to set that up for me as well. The tour was amazing and the tour guide Sarah was the best!!! Sarah took the best photos and was very knowledgeable and thorough as she shared the history of the pyramids. I really enjoyed my day with Sarah and our driver GoGo. The lunch was exceptional too.
thank you so much for sharing your views and experiences with 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS. We are so proud and happy to see how happy you are with your trip. Your review is highly appreciated and it is very important for us and for the guest who are looking for a perfect trip in Egypt we all promise you to keep going to provide the best tours, thanks for choosing our tour company and Thank you again for your nice words , looking forward seeing you many times in Egypt. Best regards 9 PYRAMIDS TOURS
