After a delightful breakfast at your Cairo hotel, your personal tour guide will meet you to embark on your Cairo Day Tours to the renowned Giza Plateau. Witness the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the sole remaining wonder of the ancient world, alongside the pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus, descendants of Cheops and Snefru, the founder of ancient Egypt's 4th dynasty.
Explore the imposing Great Sphinx and the mummification temple, also known as the Valley Temple, situated facing the majestic statue.
During the Giza pyramids tour, take in the breathtaking panoramic views for picture-perfect moments. For an optional activity, enjoy a camel ride in the Giza Pyramids, adding to the adventure.
Next, we'll head to the Saqqara Necropolis to explore the remarkable Step Pyramid Complex, a pioneering stone building and the first of its kind worldwide, known as Djoser Step Pyramid.
Our tour includes entry to the pyramid of Teti, boasting a magnificent interior that stands out among all accessible pyramids. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the Tombs of the Nobles at Saqqara, designed for the husbands of two daughters of King Teti. Immerse yourself in the daily life of ancient Egypt as you observe inscriptions and paintings on the walls and corridors of these 4000-year-old tombs.
Following lunch, prepare for our visit to Memphis, the historic capital of the pharaohs, reigning for a millennium. This significant religious and cultural center played a crucial role throughout the three thousand years of ancient Egyptian civilization. At the open-air museum, marvel at the renowned alabaster sphinx, the second-largest of its kind, crafted from an impressive 80-ton block of marble. Witness the immense, broken statue of Ramses the Second as well. Afterward, we'll return to your Cairo hotel for a restful overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Dinner