Private Tour to Giza Pyramids, Memphis & Saqqara with Camel Ride
Description
This tour is designed for travelers who want to experience Egypt’s most famous ancient sites in one seamless, stress-free day. With a private guide and vehicle, you’ll move at your own pace — spending more time where you want and avoiding the rush of large group tours. Along the way, your guide will share stories and insights that bring the pyramids, Memphis, and Saqqara to life beyond what you see in guidebooks. The experience also blends history with authentic local moments, from riding a camel near the pyramids to enjoying a traditional Egyptian lunch. Visiting three major archaeological sites in one day gives you a deeper understanding of how pyramid construction evolved, from the Step Pyramid of Saqqara to the legendary pyramids of Giza. From hotel pickup to return, everything is arranged to make the day smooth, comfortable, and unforgettable.
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Itinerary
Your day begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Your private guide and driver will meet you at the agreed time and escort you to your air-conditioned vehicle. As you leave the city behind, the desert landscape begins to open up and the famous pyramids gradually appear on the horizon, setting the stage for an unforgettable day exploring some of Egypt’s most remarkable ancient sites.
Your first stop is the world-famous Giza Pyramids, where the colossal pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure have stood for more than 4,500 years. Walking across the plateau, your guide will explain the incredible history of these monuments and the pharaohs who built them. You’ll have time to explore the area and stop at scenic viewpoints for panoramic photos of the pyramids rising from the desert sands.
A short distance away stands the legendary Great Sphinx, the massive limestone statue with the body of a lion and the face believed to represent Pharaoh Khafre. This mysterious monument has guarded the pyramids for thousands of years. Your guide will share fascinating stories and historical insights while you enjoy time to take photos and admire one of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks.
Enjoy a memorable camel ride near the pyramids, one of the most traditional ways to experience the desert landscape. Riding slowly across the sand with the pyramids in the background offers a unique perspective of the plateau and creates the perfect opportunity for unforgettable photos.
After exploring the Giza Plateau, you’ll take a relaxing break for lunch at a local restaurant, where you can enjoy a selection of traditional Egyptian dishes. It’s the perfect chance to recharge while experiencing authentic local flavors.
Next, travel to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. Today the site is an open-air museum filled with impressive relics from Egypt’s early dynasties. The highlight is the enormous fallen statue of Ramses II, carved from a single block of limestone, along with several fascinating statues and artifacts that reveal the importance of this once-powerful city.
Continue to Saqqara, one of Egypt’s most important archaeological areas and home to the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser. Built in the 27th century BC, this remarkable structure is considered the first pyramid ever constructed and marks a major step in the evolution of ancient Egyptian architecture. Walking through the site offers a quieter and more atmospheric look at Egypt’s ancient past.
At the end of the tour, relax during the comfortable drive back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza, bringing a memorable day of ancient history and desert adventure to a perfect close.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our driver and representative will wait for you at the reception desk of your accommodation holding a sign with your name on it.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(15)
It was a great and super fun experience, not only they took us to beautiful and remarkable places, the restaurants and the warmth guide to us is very good!
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your lovely review! 😊 We’re very happy to hear that you had such a fun experience and enjoyed visiting beautiful places and restaurants during your tour. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another amazing journey in Egypt✨ Warm regards, Exodus Travel Team
Mina 1 and Mina 2 were great tour guides. We feel very safe & they suggest also options for next destination which were very good. They bring us to nice restaurants with great food. Travel to Alexandria was nice too. I learned a lot from this tour. Egypt indeed is amazing. In general our tour was amazing. Thank you so much to Mina 1 and Mina 2 and of course to our amazing bus driver, I forgot his name (I'm very sorry). Our tour were relaxed because they have already organized everything from wake up call to our destinations that avoids traffic congestion along the way and also the customer surge in the restaurant. The trio were really great. Unforgettable tour indeed. -arkitour of United Architects of the Philippines - Dubai Chapter
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your kind review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that Mina and Mina 2 made your experience enjoyable and that you felt safe and well guided throughout your tour. We’re also glad you enjoyed the visit to Alexandria and the local restaurants. We hope to welcome you again for another wonderful trip in Egypt✨ Warm regards, Exodus Travel Team
The team makes us feel safe the entire trip and their service was excellent! All expectations are met! They make a lot of things possible just to make our trip more memorable and fun. We felt very blessed because we travelled with Mina (1 & 2 ) :) and our friendly driver. May God bless you more!
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you felt safe and well taken care of throughout your trip. Mina 1, Mina 2, and our driver will be very happy to know they helped make your journey memorable. We hope to welcome you again soon for another amazing adventure in Egypt ✨ Warm regards, Exodus Travel Team
It was a nice experience from someone who used to learn ancient history only from the school, books and videos to actually witnessed them, feel the energy and to be in the location where it all happened. It takes more than just 3 days to go around places in Egypt with its vast history and culture. The tour was fun and educational. Hoping to be back ang explore more... -UAP arkitour 2025, apr
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your kind review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that visiting Egypt brought history to life for you beyond books and videos. We hope to welcome you again soon to explore even more of Egypt’s incredible sites✨ Warm regards, Exodus Travel Team
Very Good service. Good Service mind Car & Guide good. Not expensive. Come to Egypt you should Exodus Travel. Good good good
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your kind feedback! 😊 We’re happy to hear that you appreciated the service from our guide and driver and that you enjoyed your experience with us. We hope to welcome you again soon for another great trip in Egypt✨ Warm regards, Exodus Travel Team
Super amazing tour guides, a lot of educational information, learnt a lot , had a lot of fun, I felt safe wherever I went , we were looked after all the time , we had really good food , saw amazing sceneries
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your fantastic review! 😊 We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the educational insights, delicious food, and amazing scenery during your tour. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable adventure in Egypt✨ Warm regards, Exodus Travel Team
I had a great day trip. The Guide is very professional, extremely kind and very attentive. She knows her work well, with good historical reminders.
Cher invité, Merci beaucoup pour votre gentil commentaire ! 😊 Nous sommes ravis d’apprendre que vous avez passé une excellente journée d’excursion et que notre guide a rendu votre expérience encore plus enrichissante. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau bientôt en Égypte 🇪🇬✨ Cordialement, Équipe Exodus Travel
Everyone's congratulated. Super well receptionist. Received at the airport and very well served. I didn't feel alone, for a minute.
Prezado hóspede, Muito obrigado pelo seu comentário! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que teve uma experiência maravilhosa e que se sentiu bem recebido desde a chegada ao aeroporto. Esperamos recebê-lo novamente em breve no Egito. Atenciosamente, Equipe Exodus Travel
Spent one week in Cairo. Everything was arranged by the company and it was excellent!! Starting with Michael meeting us at the airport and that made our process of getting into the country very smooth. During the week we had Abram as a tour guide. He was AMAZING!! His knowledge and passion of the country’s history made the experience enjoyable. We absolutely enjoyed our trip and the credit goes to the team that planned it. Thank you 🙏
Dear valued guest, Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful week exploring Cairo and that everything was smoothly arranged for your trip. A special thank you for mentioning Michael, who always strives to give our guests a warm and welcoming arrival experience. Our team works hard to ensure that every detail of the journey is well organized so our travelers can relax and fully enjoy Egypt’s incredible history and culture. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you and your family back again for another unforgettable experience with Exodus Travel! Warm regards, Exodus Travel Team
Had an amazing time at the pyramids of Egypt with Exodus Travel! The trip was smooth from start to finish, and the pyramids were even more impressive in person. Our guide was friendly and informative, making the experience even better
Dear valued guest, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you had an amazing time at the Pyramids of Egypt and that the trip was smooth from start to finish. We’re glad the pyramids were even more impressive in person, and that your guide made the experience even better. We look forward to welcoming you again for more unforgettable journeys! Warm regards, Exodus Travel Team
