The Ancient City – Giza Pyramids, Memphis & Saqqara Tour

Cairo
  • 1 Day
  • Max People : 45
  • Always Available
  • Min Age : 1+
  • Adventure Add Ons
  • Egyptologist
  • Full Day Tour
  • Hotel Pickup
  • Lunch Included
  • Ticket Options
  • Tour Guide
  • Transportation
Description

Great Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Khafre & Menkaure) • Great Sphinx • Memphis (Open-Air Museum, Colossus of Ramses II & Alabaster Sphinx) • Saqqara (Step Pyramid of Djoser, Tombs of Nobles, Serapeum)

Step into the origins of civilization on this full-day journey through the timeless wonders of ancient Egypt. This is not just a tour—it’s a voyage back to the dawn of history, where the first pyramids rose and pharaohs carved their legacy in stone.

Begin your adventure at the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure. Standing before these colossal monuments—the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World—you’ll uncover the mysteries of their construction, their purpose, and the eternal beliefs that shaped them. At the foot of the plateau lies the iconic Great Sphinx, guardian of the necropolis, its enigmatic gaze still sparking debate after thousands of years.

From here, travel further back in time to Saqqara, the vast necropolis of Memphis. Here you’ll encounter the revolutionary Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the world’s first pyramid and a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Wander among tombs decorated with vivid carvings that still speak across millennia, and feel the atmosphere of the cradle of Egyptian innovation.

Your journey continues to Memphis, Egypt’s first capital and the beating heart of its earliest kingdom. Among its open-air museum treasures stands the colossal statue of Ramses II, one of the most powerful pharaohs of all time, alongside the elegant alabaster sphinx.

Along the way, you’ll also have opportunities for unique experiences: ride a camel or horse for panoramic desert views, or stop at local workshops where papyrus, perfumes, and traditional crafts are made by hand.

By the end of the day, you’ll have traced Egypt’s story from its first pyramids to its greatest kings—an unforgettable journey into the Ancient City where history was born.


Tour Details

  • Pickup: 8:00 am (hotel or guesthouse)

  • Duration: Approx. 7–8 hours

  • Return: Around 4:00–6:00 pm

Pricing Options

  • Transport Only – Private car/van with driver (no guide) – from $45 per group

  • Guide Only – Professional Egyptologist guide (meet at site) – from $45 per tour

  • Guide + Transport – Full-day private tour with expert guide & driver – from $75 per group

  • All-Inclusive – Includes all entrance tickets, guided tour, private transport, and lunch – from $175 per person

👉 Flexible upgrades available (inside pyramid tickets, camel/horse rides, Saqqara tomb entries).

Itinerary

Your Egyptologist guide and driver will meet you at your hotel or guesthouse in Cairo or Giza.

Explore the pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure. Optional: enter one of the pyramids for a deeper experience. Enjoy panoramic views of the desert plateau. Camel or horse ride available for sweeping photos across the sands.

Visit the iconic guardian of the plateau, half-lion, half-king. Learn about the myths and mysteries surrounding its creation

Relax with a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant (optional upgrade for all-inclusive package).

Explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest stone structure in the world. Discover noble tombs with vivid wall carvings and hieroglyphics. Optional: enter the Serapeum, the mysterious underground burial site of sacred Apis bulls.

Step into Egypt’s first capital, founded over 5,000 years ago. Visit the Open-Air Museum, home to the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.

On the return journey, browse authentic Egyptian crafts, papyrus, oils, and souvenirs (optional).

Drive back to your hotel or guesthouse in Cairo or Giza.

Faq

We offer 4 flexible options so you can choose what fits best: 🚗 Transport Only – Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver (no guide, no tickets). 📖 Guide Only – Professional Egyptologist guide meets you at the sites (you handle transport & tickets). 🚗📖 Transport + Guide – Private car with driver and expert guide, tickets & meals not included. 🌟 All-Inclusive – Transport, Egyptologist guide, all entrance tickets, and lunch included.

Yes, you can upgrade to add tickets, or lunch. You would need to give advanced notice for a guide (subject to availability).

Usually 7–8 hours, starting around 8:00 AM and finishing by 5:00 PM.

Giza Pyramids (Cheops, Khafre, Menkaure) • Great Sphinx • Saqqara (Step Pyramid, Serapeum) • Dahshur (Bent Pyramid, Red/Black Pyramid).

Only in the All-Inclusive package. Otherwise, your guide can recommend local restaurants where you can pay directly.

Yes! Tickets for entering the Great Pyramid or other interiors are available at an extra cost (included only in the All-Inclusive package).

No, but they can be arranged on-site (about $20 per person per hour).

You can pay in cash (USD, EUR, EGP) on the day or via secure online payment in advance.