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Embark on a tour of Giza from Cairo or Giza in an air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy commentary from your guide as you visit ancient wonders, including the Great Sphinx, the Giza Pyramids, and Valley Temple followed by lunch and some shopping.
Be picked up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, Egypt's oldest existing colossal stone building (2630 BC) built for King Djoser. Next visit Memphis, the first capital after Upper and Lower Egypt's unification in 3100 BC, and witness the Colossal Statue of Ramesses II.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus. Next, see the Great Sphinx, a limestone statue of the mythical creature with a Pharoah's head and lion's body. Explore the Valley Temple, a funerary complex with a mortuary temple and the Pyramids of Chefren.
After, return to your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tourguide will contact you to let you know about the car
Itinerary
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1Pyramids of Giza
The Pyramids of Giza, located on the Giza Plateau near Cairo, Egypt, are among the most iconic and enduring symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization. The complex includes three main pyramids: the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, built during the Fourth Dynasty around 2580-2510 BCE. The Great Pyramid, the largest, was originally 146.6 meters tall and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The site also features the Great Sphinx, a massive limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh. These structures showcase the architectural prowess and cultural significance of ancient Egypt, serving as royal tombs and monumental achievements.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Saqqara
Saqqara, located in Giza, Egypt, is an extensive ancient burial ground serving as the necropolis for the ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. It is renowned for its Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of the earliest colossal stone buildings and a precursor to the later pyramids. Designed by the architect Imhotep, this pyramid represents a significant advancement in architectural techniques. Saqqara contains numerous mastabas, pyramids, and tombs, reflecting a rich array of Egyptian history from the Old Kingdom to the Late Period, making it a critical site for understanding ancient Egyptian funerary practices and architecture.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Memphis and Sakkara
Memphis, located near Giza in Egypt, was the ancient capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. It was founded around 3100 BCE by the legendary King Menes, who united Upper and Lower Egypt. Memphis was a significant cultural, religious, and administrative center, home to the great temple of Ptah, the god of creation and craftsmanship. The city played a crucial role in ancient Egyptian history and remained influential for centuries, even after its political importance waned. Today, it is an important archaeological site, offering insights into early Egyptian civilization.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
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- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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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