Layover tour from Cairo Airport | The Pyramids
Overview
The three pyramids of Giza were built as tombs by the three pharaohs of ancient Egypt. They were built on the Giza plateau during the fourth dynasty of the Old Egyptian Empire by the pharaohs Khufu, his son Khephren, and Mykerinos, son of Khephren.
You will also see the Sphinx, which most Egyptologists believe represents the likeness of King Khafre. Others believe that it was Khafre's older brother, Jephthah Ra, who built the Sphinx in honor of his father Khufu.
In Memphis, you will be able to visit the Open Air Museum: Located in the village of Mit Rahina, this museum houses many artifacts, ranging in size and shape from small pieces to very large pieces, namely: A very large statue of King Ramses II standing at the entrance of the museum, a second large statue of the same king lying on the ground, and a small sphinx made of alabaster.
Memphis was the heart of Egyptian civilization for a long time, housing great temples and seats of power.
The Saqqara archaeological area is one of the most important parts of the necropolis of Menaf, Egypt's first capital, which extends from Abu Rawash in the north to Dahshur in the south Recent discoveries show that this relationship continued for ages, demonstrating the central role the area played in Egyptian political and religious life.
The three pyramids of Giza were built as tombs by the three pharaohs of ancient Egypt. They were built on the Giza plateau during the fourth dynasty of the Old Egyptian Empire by the pharaohs Khufu, his son Khephren, and Mykerinos, son of Khephren.
You will also see the Sphinx, which most Egyptologists believe represents the likeness of King Khafre. Others believe that it was Khafre's older brother, Jephthah Ra, who built the Sphinx in honor of his father Khufu.
In Memphis, you will be able to visit the Open Air Museum: Located in the village of Mit Rahina, this museum houses many artifacts, ranging in size and shape from small pieces to very large pieces, namely: A very large statue of King Ramses II standing at the entrance of the museum, a second large statue of the same king lying on the ground, and a small sphinx made of alabaster.
Memphis was the heart of Egyptian civilization for a long time, housing great temples and seats of power.
The Saqqara archaeological area is one of the most important parts of the necropolis of Menaf, Egypt's first capital, which extends from Abu Rawash in the north to Dahshur in the south Recent discoveries show that this relationship continued for ages, demonstrating the central role the area played in Egyptian political and religious life.
Inclusion
- Cairo shopping trips.
- Pauses for food when asked.
- Mineral water while traveling in Egypt.
- A tasty meal at a reputable neighborhood eatery.
- Services to and from Cairo International Airport for meet and help.
- Transportation in a contemporary, air-conditioned, nonsmoking car.
- A certified Egyptologist will accompany you on your transit tours of Cairo.
- All admission costs and tickets to the locations listed during our layover tour in Cairo.
- Cairo Layover Tours to the Sphinx and Giza Pyramids from Cairo Airport include all taxes and service fees.
- If you have time during your Cairo day tours, have a hot or soft drink in the neighborhood Cafe El-Fishawy or Layali El-Hussein.
Exclusion
- Personal costs.
- Tipping is not always included in Egypt tours.
- Any additional activities not included in our agenda for Cairo Airport Transit Tours.
- Peak times such as Christmas, New Year's, and Egypt Easter excursions are when tour rates apply.
Drink something as you eat.
Itinerary
You will be taken to the Pyramids of Giza to view the Pyramid of Khufu after your meeting with our representative.
One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid (2589–2666 BC) stood as the world's highest structure for 3,800 years. Built in the Giza area, where the other pyramids are located, it stood at 146.5 meters. Its height was absolutely astounding, but historians will always be perplexed by how mysteriously it was constructed. As of right now, there are no tangible clues that help explain how the pyramids were built.
Not only will you see Khufu, but there are also the pyramids built for Khafre and Mankhaura. When we take the trip, you will also get the chance to see the Sphinx, which is recognized by the majority of Egyptologists to have been sculpted for King Khafre, but there are those who believe his elder brother Jephthah-Ra built it in dedication to their father Khufu.
Subsequently, with your renowned guide, you will proceed to the Saqqara region, which is still preserving the Kagemni Mastaba, which is our next stop at the Saqqara Tombs. With undying curiosity and unlimited passion, we tend to unearth the wonders of the civilization etched in superb walls that have been resilient for over 4000 years. There is no other civilization that any nation has ever known that compares to the magnificence of the tale these walls share.
The Saqqara pyramid complex was first explored in 1821 by German Consul General Heinrich von Miotoli and Italian engineer Girolamo Segato when they located its entrance. After that, you'll be driven to Memphis, where you may see the biggest outdoor museum in route. You will be taken to the airport at the conclusion of the trip after having lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Price
| Number of Persons | Prices |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $150 Per Person |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $110 Per Person |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $85 Per Person |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $75 Per Person |
Start from : $75
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