VIP Inclusive Private Giza Pyramids Sakkara Memphis Lunch

Islamic Cairo Tour

Architectural Grandeur: This tour explores Cairo’s Islamic heritage, where mosques, madrasas, and palaces showcase intricate Islamic architecture and artistry.
Historical Depth: Highlights include the Citadel of Saladin, Al-Azhar Mosque, and Sultan Hassan Mosque. Each site tells stories from the times of the Fatimid, Mamluk, and Ottoman empires.
Vibrant Souks: Visits to places like Khan el-Khalili bazaar bring you into the heart of Cairo’s bustling trade and artisan history, with shops for traditional crafts, spices, and more.
Coptic Cairo
Spiritual Heritage: This tour delves into Egypt’s rich Christian heritage, especially from the Coptic period. You’ll visit ancient churches like the Hanging Church and the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, reputedly where the Holy Family sought refuge.Coptic Art and Culture: The tour highlights unique aspects of Coptic art, iconography, and tradition.
Religious Harmony:

. Lunch with a View: After the tour, you’ll enjoy a lunch at a nearby restaurant that offers stunning views of the pyramids. may include traditional Egyptian cuisine

1. Giza Plateau
Great Pyramid of Khufu: Stand in awe before the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You’ll have the option to enter the pyramid and explore its interior chambers.
Pyramid of Khafre and Menkaure: Marvel at the grandeur of these pyramids, and discover their unique architectural features. Learn about the history and significance of each structure.
Great Sphinx: Walk right up to the mysterious Great Sphinx, the lion-bodied and human-headed monument that has watched over Giza for thousands of years.

Additional Stops (Optional)
Papyrus or Perfume Shop Visit (Optional): Learn how ancient Egyptians made papyrus or explore Egyptian perfumes and oils

1.Colossus of Ramses II: This massive statue of Ramses II, lying horizontally, is one of the most iconic relics of the ancient capital. Though damaged over time, it remains a must-see for its grandeur and historical importance.
2.Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis: This smaller sphinx, carved from alabaster, is thought to represent Pharaoh Amenhotep II or possibly Hatshepsut. It’s less massive than the Great Sphinx at Giza but equally fascinating.
3.Temple ofPtah:The primarytemplededicated to Ptah, the creator god of Memphis, was one of the most important religious centers in ancient Egypt. While largely in ruins, the remnants reveal its significance in ancient Egyptian culture.
4.Memphis Open-Air Museum:This museum showcases various statues,monuments, and artifacts from the region, including the Ramses statue, sphinx, and other treasures excavated from Memphis.
5.Necropolis of Saqqara: the Step Pyramid of Djoser,many other pyramids and tombs that served as burial grounds for ancient nobility

1.Step Pyramid of Djoser: The oldest known pyramid in Egypt and a major architectural innovation by the architect Imhotep. This pyramid was a revolutionary move from traditional mastabas to a multi-layered structure.
2.Pyramid of Unas: Known for its Pyramid Texts, the first known religious texts carved into the pyramid walls, giving insight into ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.
3.Serapeum of Saqqara: This vast underground burial site houses the sacred Apis bulls, seen as incarnations of the god Ptah. It has massive stone sarcophagi for the bulls, each weighing several tons.
4.Imhotep Museum: This small museum displays artifacts uncovered from the area and includes statues, mummies, and relics, providing more context to Saqqara’s historical significance.
5.Newly Discovered Tombs: In recent years, Saqqara has been a focus of archaeological exploration, with new discoveries of tombs, artifacts, and mummies, some of which date back over 4,000 years.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• VIP Inclusive Private Giza Pyramids Sakkara Memphis Lunch
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• Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
• Gizeh Plateau
• Licensed Guide
• botteled water
• Enterence fees

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• This Tour is Provided by Siwa Travel Egypt.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
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• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.