Exclusive Saqqara Necropolis Day Tour from Cairo

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Discover the secrets of ancient Egypt on this exclusive Saqqara necropolis day tour. Explore the remarkable Step Pyramid, delve into the Unas Pyramid featuring the first Pyramid Texts, and visit the tombs of notable figures like Mereruka and Kagemni. This 8-hour tour offers insights into ancient burial practices at the Serapeum and more, guided by a private Egyptologist. Enjoy seamless hotel pick-up and drop-off, and stay hydrated with unlimited bottled water throughout your journey.

- Visit iconic sites including the Step Pyramid and Unas Pyramid
- Explore ancient tombs and learn about burial traditions
- Private Egyptologist guide for personalized insights
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off included

What's Included

The entrance fee as mentioned in the itinerary
Pick-up and drop off from the hotels
Private qualified Egyptologist tour guide.
All Ground transfers by a private A/C vehicle.
Personal expences
You need to bring snacks as the full tour in the desert and no shops.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our Tour Guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your hotel will hold a board with your name.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cairo

    According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights. After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to your accommodation.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids

    Visit the complex of the 6 steps Pyramid. It is the oldest stone pyramid in Egypt and a key milestone in ancient architecture. Built in the 27th century BC, it marks the beginning of pyramid construction in ancient Egypt.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Pyramid of Unas

    Unas Pyramid visit from inside The Unas Pyramid at Saqqara is notable for being the first to feature the Pyramid Texts, ancient religious inscriptions carved into its walls, offering insights into early Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Khnumhotep and Niankhkhnum Tomb Visit: The Tomb of Khnumhotep and Niankhkhnum at Saqqara is notable for its unique depiction of the two men, offering insights into ancient Egyptian relationships and social roles.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Serapeum

    Serapeum of Saqqara exploring: The Serapeum of Saqqara is an ancient burial site for the sacred Apis bulls, featuring large sarcophagi in underground galleries.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Pyramid of Teti

    Mereruka Tomb visit: The Tomb of Mereruka at Saqqara belongs to a high-ranking official and features detailed carvings depicting daily life and ancient Egyptian elite duties.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Mastaba of Kagemni

    Teti Pyramid and the tomb of Kagemni The Teti Pyramid at Saqqara is the tomb of King Teti and contains early pyramid texts. The Tomb of Kagemni nearby features reliefs of daily life and duties of Egypt’s elite.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Vagus Travel Co Egypt

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