Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Memphis Day Trip with tickets & lunch

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Pyramids of Giza

  Witness the last standing Ancient Wonder: the monumental Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Explore this historic site and stand before the colossal, mysterious Great Sphinx. These colossal structures were built over 4,500 years ago as eternal tombs for Pharaohs. Experience the peak of Ancient Egyptian architectural genius.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Pyramid of Menkaure

  The Pyramid of Menkaure (Mykerinos) The Granite Gem of the Plateau Though the smallest of the three, Menkaure’s pyramid is an architectural treasure. It is distinguished by the massive blocks of red Aswan granite that still clad its lower levels—a luxury material transported over 800 miles down the Nile.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3

  The Pyramid of Khafre (Chephren) The Majestic Peak with the Golden Cap Often mistaken for the Great Pyramid because it sits on higher ground, Khafre’s monument is famous for the original white limestone casing that still clings to its summit. This "cap" gives you a rare glimpse into how the pyramids originally sparkled like polished diamonds under the Egyptian sun.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4
  Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu)

  The Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) The Only Surviving Wonder of the Ancient World Stand before the largest structure of the ancient world, a masterpiece of 2.3 million stone blocks that has dominated the skyline for over 4,500 years. As the tomb of Pharaoh Khufu, this pyramid was the tallest man-made structure on Earth for nearly four millennia.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Great Sphinx

  The Great Sphinx of Giza The Eternal Guardian of the Horizon Carved from a single massive outcrop of limestone, this legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head of a king (Pharaoh Khafre) is the world’s largest monolithic statue. Facing the rising sun, the Sphinx has watched over the plateau for centuries, holding secrets that archaeologists are still debating today.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 6
  Valley Temple of Khafre

  The Valley Temple of Khafre The Gateway to Immortality Before a Pharaoh was laid to rest, he was brought here. This incredibly well-preserved temple, made of polished pink granite and alabaster floors, was the site of the sacred "Opening of the Mouth" ceremony. The precision of the stone-cutting here is so advanced that you cannot even fit a credit card between the massive blocks.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 7
  Memphis and Sakkara

  Visit the site of Memphis, the first and most enduring capital of unified Ancient Egypt (c. 3100 BCE). Explore the open-air museum at Mit Rahina, which houses the ruins of this ancient metropolis. Marvel at the most famous artifacts: the colossal, 34-foot statue of Ramses II and the magnificent Alabaster Sphinx. Stand where pharaohs ruled and history began.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 8
  Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids

  Journey to Saqqara, home to the world's oldest stone monument, the magnificent Step Pyramid of Djoser. Designed by the legendary architect Imhotep around 2630 BCE, this six-tiered structure was the revolutionary prototype for all later pyramids, including those at Giza. Explore the vast funerary complex with its ancient courtyards and temples. Witness the very beginning of the monumental architectural tradition of Ancient Egypt.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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