Enjoy a delightful breakfast early in the morning at your Cairo hotel. Afterward, our representative will meet you to commence your tour of the Giza Pyramids. You will be transferred to explore the Great Pyramid of Cheops in the Giza necropolis, constructed 4500 years ago. During our accessible Egypt tours, you will have free time to enter if desired or capture photos of this immense structure while your guide shares its history.
Next, visit the second pyramid of King Chephren, slightly smaller than his father's in deference. You'll also see the famous Sphinx, the largest of its kind in Egypt. From the high plateau, enjoy views of the third pyramid of King Mycerinus and opt for a camel ride around the Giza Pyramids for stunning photos.
Proceed to the Great Sphinx in Giza, standing as a guardian over the necropolis. Carved from a single stone, it measures 73 meters long with the body of a lion and a human head, symbolizing intelligence and strength.
Your tour continues to the Valley Temple of King Chephren, one of Egypt's oldest temples situated in front of the Sphinx. This temple was primarily used for the ritual of opening the mouth of King Chephren to ensure his proper nourishment in the afterlife.
After a 35-minute drive, arrive at the open-air museum in Memphis, the ancient capital city dating back 5000 years to the time of King Menes, founder of the first dynasty of Egypt. Memphis served as a capital during the Old Kingdom and remained significant through the Greco-Roman era.
Continue to the Saqqara necropolis, renowned for its archaeological richness and home to 11 royal pyramids and numerous Mastaba tombs. Here, explore the Step Pyramid, the oldest pyramid built by Imhotep for King Djoser, marking the world's first stone building.
Included in the tour is a visit to the pyramid of King Teti, adorned inside with hieroglyphs and cartouches representing the king's name and title. You will also visit a noble's tomb, designed in the Mastaba style and decorated with colorful scenes depicting daily life in ancient Egypt.
Conclude your exciting day with a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant in Saqqara before returning to your hotel in Cairo.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch