Half Day Tour To Giza Pyramids and Saqqara
Description
The Giza Pyramids and Sakkara are some of the most notable ancient artifacts of humankind located in Egypt, east of the Nile river. Dating back to the fourth dynasty, the Giza Pyramids are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and consist of the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Mycerinos. And Sakkara is home to the famous Step Pyramid, the oldest pyramid in Egypt, which was built in the 27th century BCE for Pharaoh Djoser.
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Itinerary
After enjoying your breakfast you will be met with our tour guide to pick you up from your Cairo hotel.
Your first stop will be at one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and they are truly awe-inspiring. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest pyramid in the world, and it is estimated to have taken over 20 years to build. The pyramids are also surrounded by the Sphinx, a mysterious creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human.
Enjoy lunch at local restaurant while enjoying the panoramic view of the Pyramids.
Then you will head your second sightseeing which is Saqqara, the necropolis of Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. It is home to many pyramids, including the Step Pyramid of Djoser, which is considered to be the first pyramid ever built. The Step Pyramid is made up of six mastabas, or stepped tombs, stacked on top of each other.
Finally, you will be transferred back to your Cairo hotel.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(3)
Honestly this tour was way better than I expected Seeing the pyramids up close was just wild Photos don’t do it justice Saqqara was super interesting too Not as crowded and full of history Our guide made everything easy to understand and fun Totally worth it
I had such a great time on this tour! Visiting the Giza Pyramids was a dream come true, and Saqqara was so much more impressive than I expected. Our guide Omar was fantastic super friendly, knowledgeable, and made everything easy to understand. I learned so much about ancient Egypt. Highly recommend this trip for anyone visiting Cairo.
If you're short on time but want to see the most iconic sites, this tour is ideal. We covered both the Giza Pyramids and Saqqara smoothly. The guide was flexible and even helped us find a good spot for camel photos. It’s a quick trip but packed with impressive sights.
