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Day Tour to Giza Pyramids Memphis City Dahshur and Saqqara Pyramids
(84) Reviews
Egypt
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Entry fees includes basic area only
Cancellation policy
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Rediscover the wonders of Ancient Egypt with this captivating Day Tour. This exceptional journey commences with the renowned Giza Pyramids, followed by a stroll through the historically rich Memphis City, once the thriving capital of Egypt. The tour then proceeds to the architectural wonder of Dahshur and its celebrated Pyramids. Finally, witness the astounding step-pyramid architecture while visiting Saqqara Pyramids. This Day Tour is designed to give you an enriching understanding of the Ancient Egyptian architecture and culture.
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Guide on site (if option selected)
Lunch at local restaurants (Local Egyptian Food) ( if option selected )
Entry Fees ( If Option Selected )
Bottle of water
Tipping
Personal Items
Meeting Points
Departure
Al Haram
Giza
Return
Itinerary
1
Giza Plateau
Start your full day tour visiting Giza Pyramids where you Visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinos then Visit the Valley Temple where the Priests Mummified the dead body of King Chephren Also there you will 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.
3 hours
2
Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu)
Khufu's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman; diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been found but the site has not been excavated.[4][5] The valley temple was connected to a causeway which was largely destroyed when the village was constructed.
30 minutes
3
Khafre's Pyramid
Khafre's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king's pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860. Others were found during successive excavations by Sieglin (1909–10), Junker, Reisner,
30 minutes
4
Menkaure Pyramid
Menkaure's pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king's pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple. The mortuary temple also yielded several statues of Menkaure.
30 minutes
5
Great Sphinx
Then visit the Sphinx Statue and our guide will assist you to intake some nice photos and he will choose the best Locations for taking a memorable Photos
Lunch is included at local restaurant but beverages are not included
30 minutes
6
Pyramids of Dahshour
The Dahshur pyramids were an extremely important learning experience for the Egyptians. It provided them with the knowledge and know-how to transition from step-sided pyramids to smooth-sided pyramids. Ultimately their breadth of experience would allow them to build the Great Pyramid of Giza; the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing to this date.
The first of the Dahshur pyramids was the Bent Pyramid built under the rule of King Sneferu, the Bent Pyramid was the first attempt at building a smooth sided pyramid, but proved to be an unsuccessful build due to the miscalculations made on the structural weight that was being placed onto the soft ground (sand, gravel, and clay) which had a tendency to subside. Other calculations that were proven to be erroneous were that the blocks being used were cut in such a manner that when placed onto the pyramid their weight was not distributed appropriately, causing the angle of the pyramid to be off and
1 hour
7
Memphis and Sakkara
Memphis مَنْف Manf pronounced Bohairic Coptic: was the ancient capital of Inebu-hedj, the first nome of Lower Egypt. Its ruins are located near the town of Mit Rahina, 20 km (12 mi) south of Giza in Greater Cairo, Egypt.
According to legend, as related by Manetho, the city was founded by the Pharaoh Menes. It was the Capital of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom and remained an important city throughout ancient Egyptian history. It occupied a strategic position at the mouth of the Nile Delta, and was home to bustling activity. Its principal port, Peru-nefer, featured a high density of workshops, factories, and warehouses that distributed food and merchandise throughout the ancient kingdom. During its golden age, Memphis thrived as a regional centre for commerce, trade, and religion
30 minutes
8
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
Sakkara , is a vast, ancient burial ground in Egypt, serving as the necropolis for the Ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. Saqqara features numerous pyramids, including the world-famous Step pyramid of Djoser, sometimes referred to as the Step Tomb due to its rectangular base, as well as a number of mastabas (Arabic word meaning 'bench'). Located some 30 km (19 mi) south of modern-day Cairo, Saqqara covers an area of around 7 by 1.5 km (4.35 by 0.93 mi).
30 minutes
9
Pyramid of Unas
The pyramid of Unas (Egyptian: Nfr swt Wnjs "Beautiful are the places of Unas") is a smooth-sided pyramid built in the 24th century BC for the Egyptian pharaoh Unas, the ninth and final king of the Fifth Dynasty.[9][a] It is the smallest Old Kingdom pyramid, but significant due to the discovery of Pyramid Texts, spells for the king's afterlife incised into the walls of its subterranean chambers. Inscribed for the first time in Unas's pyramid, the tradition of funerary texts carried on in the pyramids of subsequent rulers, through to the end of the Old Kingdom, and into the Middle Kingdom through the Coffin Texts that form the basis of the Book of the Dead.
30 minutes
10
Pyramid of Teti
The Pyramid of Teti, located in Saqqara, Egypt, is a captivating ancient structure built as the final resting place for Pharaoh Teti. Standing as a testament to the ingenuity and architectural prowess of the Old Kingdom, this pyramid attracts visitors from around the world with its impressive size and historical significance. Explore the chambers and corridors of this pyramid to uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic landmark.
30 minutes
11
Mastaba of Ti
The Mastaba of Ti is one of the most important archaeological sites of Saqqara. The mastaba was discovered by Auguste Mariette. After the tour ends you will be transferred back to your hotel.
The mastaba contains two serdabs. The walls of the tomb show various scenes of everyday life.
1 hour
Day Tour to Giza Pyramids Memphis City Dahshur and Saqqara Pyramids
(84) Reviews
Egypt
About
Rediscover the wonders of Ancient Egypt with this captivating Day Tour. This exceptional journey commences with the renowned Giza Pyramids, followed by a stroll through the historically rich Memphis City, once the thriving capital of Egypt. The tour then proceeds to the architectural wonder of Dahshur and its celebrated Pyramids. Finally, witness the astounding step-pyramid architecture while visiting Saqqara Pyramids. This Day Tour is designed to give you an enriching understanding of the Ancient Egyptian architecture and culture.
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Guide on site (if option selected)
Lunch at local restaurants (Local Egyptian Food) ( if option selected )