Half-Day Private Guided Tour to Saqqara and Memphis from Cairo
Description
This is a private tour to visit Memphis, the first capital of ancient Egypt (3200 B.C.) and its museum, then visit Saqqara for the Step Pyramid complex, the causeway of Unas, the pyramid of Teti (pyramid texts) and the tomb of Kagemni.
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Start your tour at 9am from your hotel in your private, modern a/c van with your private, qualified Egyptologist tour guide and head for the site of Memphis to see its museum. You will see the colossal statue of king Ramses II (1200 B.C.) and the huge alabaster Sphinx (1400 B.C.).Then move to Saqqara to visit the Step Pyramid complex of king Zoser (2700 B.C.), the causeway of King Unas (2300 B.C.), the pyramid of King Teti with pyramid texts inside it (2200 B.C.) and lastly the tomb of Kagemni (2200 B.C.).At the end of the tour you will be transferred back to your hotel.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- During the tour, guests may have the opportunity to visit selected local artisan shops featuring traditional Egyptian products such as papyrus art, essential oils, and souvenirs. These visits are optional and designed for guests interested in learning more about local crafts and culture.