Embark on a tour of Giza from Cairo or Giza in an air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy commentary from your guide as you visit ancient wonders, including the Great Sphinx, the Giza Pyramids, and Valley Temple followed by lunch and some shopping.
Be picked up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, Egypt's oldest existing colossal stone building (2630 BC) built for King Djoser. Next visit Memphis, the first capital after Upper and Lower Egypt's unification in 3100 BC, and witness the Colossal Statue of Ramesses II.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus. Next, see the Great Sphinx, a limestone statue of the mythical creature with a Pharoah's head and lion's body. Explore the Valley Temple, a funerary complex with a mortuary temple and the Pyramids of Chefren.
After, return to your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Professional tour guide
✔ Bottles of water on board
✔ Pick up and drop off with a private air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Lunch
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Ramses Hotel
2. Pyramids Desert Gate Hotel
3. Gardenia Pyramids view inn
4. Pyramids Hotel
5. Vg Hotel
6. Kemet Pyramids Inn
7. City Inn Alshwarbi Hotels
8. Grand Palace Hotel
9. Maria Pyramids House
10. The Location Hotel
11. Town Pyramids
12. King Tout Hotel Pyramed View
13. Jana Pyramids View in 3
14. Anas House
15. Golden Palace Down Town
16. Life Pyramids Inn
17. Elite Pyramids Boutique Hotel
18. Royal city hotel
19. The View Delta Hotel
20. DeJoya Hotel
Additional Info: The tourguide will contact you to let you know about the car
Itinerary
1
Pyramids of Giza
The Pyramids of Giza, located on the Giza Plateau near Cairo, Egypt, are among the most iconic and enduring symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization. The complex includes three main pyramids: the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, built during the Fourth Dynasty around 2580-2510 BCE. The Great Pyramid, the largest, was originally 146.6 meters tall and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The site also features the Great Sphinx, a massive limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh. These structures showcase the architectural prowess and cultural significance of ancient Egypt, serving as royal tombs and monumental achievements.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Saqqara
Saqqara, located in Giza, Egypt, is an extensive ancient burial ground serving as the necropolis for the ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. It is renowned for its Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of the earliest colossal stone buildings and a precursor to the later pyramids. Designed by the architect Imhotep, this pyramid represents a significant advancement in architectural techniques. Saqqara contains numerous mastabas, pyramids, and tombs, reflecting a rich array of Egyptian history from the Old Kingdom to the Late Period, making it a critical site for understanding ancient Egyptian funerary practices and architecture.
Duration: 2 hours
3
Memphis and Sakkara
Memphis, located near Giza in Egypt, was the ancient capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. It was founded around 3100 BCE by the legendary King Menes, who united Upper and Lower Egypt. Memphis was a significant cultural, religious, and administrative center, home to the great temple of Ptah, the god of creation and craftsmanship. The city played a crucial role in ancient Egyptian history and remained influential for centuries, even after its political importance waned. Today, it is an important archaeological site, offering insights into early Egyptian civilization.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
