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The Great Sphinx of Giza with the Pyramid of Khafre rising behind it
Historical Day Tour

Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis Guided Day Tour

A full day exploring the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx, the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, and the ancient capital of Memphis with an English-speaking guide.

Approximately 8 hoursHistorical / Cultural Day Tour
Itinerary

What you'll see

  1. The Great Pyramid of Giza with the Cairo skyline behind
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    Giza Pyramids

    Stand before the Great Pyramid of Khufu and its companions on the Giza Plateau, with time for photos and an optional interior visit.

  2. The Great Sphinx of Giza in front of a pyramid
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    The Great Sphinx

    Meet the guardian of the plateau — the limestone Sphinx with the head of a pharaoh and the body of a lion, carved over 4,500 years ago.

  3. The Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
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    Saqqara Step Pyramid

    Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest large-scale stone monument in the world and the birthplace of pyramid building.

  4. Ancient enclosure walls at the Memphis / Saqqara complex
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    Memphis, the ancient capital

    Explore the open-air museum of Memphis, once the capital of ancient Egypt, home to the colossal statue of Ramesses II.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Cairo / Giza)
  • English-speaking Egyptologist guide
  • Air-conditioned private vehicle
  • All transfers between sites
  • Bottled water

Not included

  • Entrance fees to the sites
  • Optional pyramid interior tickets
  • Lunch and personal expenses
  • Gratuities

Good to know

  • Approximately 8 hours in total.
  • Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a hat are recommended.
  • Start times are flexible and arranged to suit your schedule.
Gallery

A glimpse of the journey

Pyramids of Giza at sunset
The Great Sphinx of Giza
Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
Ancient walls at Memphis