Cairo Trip Overview
See the classic sites of ancient Egypt. Visit the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, the ancient capital of Memphis and the Step Pyramid of Sakkara.
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Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Starts: Cairo, Egypt
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
See the classic sites of ancient Egypt. Visit the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, the ancient capital of Memphis and the Step Pyramid of Sakkara.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Pyramids of Giza, Al Haram Str., Giza 12611 Egypt
Start your day with an 08:00 AM pick-up at your hotel and travel with your guide to the Giza Plateau. On this 8-hour tour you’ll visit the Great Pyramids,
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids, Al Giza Desert, Saqqara 12919 Egypt
the ancient capital of Memphis and the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara.
When you reach the Giza Plateau, your Egyptology guide will introduce you to the famous Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus.
Marvel at the Great Sphinx statue and visit the Valley Temple, which is a part of the same ancient complex. Learn about the burial rites of the pharaohs.
The next stop on the tour is the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, at the fascinating Saqqara archaeological site. Built around 2630 BC, this special pyramid is the world’s oldest major stone structure.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Memphis and Sakkara, Saqqara 12919 Egypt
You’ll continue on to Memphis, the capital of ancient Egypt. Having reigned as a cultural center for over 3,000 years, Memphis boasts stunning ancient sites.
Duration: 1 hour
