Day Trip: Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Complex with Camel Ride

Day Trip: Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Complex with Camel Ride
Day Trip: Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Complex with Camel Ride
Day Trip: Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Complex with Camel Ride
Day Trip: Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Complex with Camel Ride
Day Trip: Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Complex with Camel Ride

Day Trip: Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Complex with Camel Ride

Group Size

16

City

Cairo

Duration

10 Hours

Tour Type

Day Tour

Path

Giza Plateau, Sphinx, Saqqara, Valley Temple

Overview

Egypt's Greatest Monuments in One Unforgettable Day

A Comprehensive Old Kingdom Tour

Visit the three great pyramids of Giza, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the pioneering Step Pyramid of Saqqara. This comprehensive tour covers the architectural evolution of Egypt's Old Kingdom in one action-packed day, from the earliest pyramid to the most iconic.

'Man fears time, but time fears the pyramids.' - Arabic proverb

Giza Plateau Marvels

Begin at the Giza Plateau, where you'll explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Learn about the engineering marvels that built these structures 4,500 years ago, and stand before the Sphinx, the largest monolithic statue in the world.

Saqqara's Ancient Innovation

Journey to Saqqara, the ancient necropolis of Memphis, to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, designed by the brilliant architect Imhotep. This revolutionary structure marked the transition from mastaba tombs to true pyramids, revolutionizing Egyptian architecture.

Full Day Schedule

  1. Morning: Giza Plateau and Sphinx
  2. Midday: Saqqara Step Pyramid
  3. Afternoon: Valley Temple and return

Tour Inclusions

  1. All major Giza sites including pyramids and Sphinx
  2. Step Pyramid of Saqqara with architectural insights
  3. Expert Egyptologist guide
  4. Comfortable transportation and refreshments
  5. Skip-the-line access where possible
  6. Educational audio guides

Reserve at pyramids tour.

This isn't just a tour; it's a chronological journey through 500 years of architectural innovation. Witness the birth of the pyramid age in a single day.

Experience the timeless majesty of the pyramids up close.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and dropoff
  • Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
  • All entrance fees (Giza, Saqqara)
  • Camel ride experience (approximately 1 hour)
  • Lunch at restaurant with pyramid views
  • Bottled water and soft drinks

Excluded

  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal shopping

What to Expect

Early Hotel Pickup07:00 AM

Pick up from Cairo hotels

Giza Plateau Arrival08:00 AM

First views of three great pyramids

Great Pyramid of Khufu08:30 AM

Exterior tour of Egypt's largest pyramid

Great Sphinx Tour09:15 AM

Walk around legendary monument

Camel Ride Across Plateau09:45 AM

45-60 minute experience

Pyramid of Khafre11:00 AM

Second pyramid exploration

Pyramid of Menkaure11:30 AM

Third and smallest pyramid

Lunch Break12:30 PM

Restaurant with pyramid views

Drive to Saqqara01:45 PM

30-minute drive south

Step Pyramid of Djoser02:30 PM

Egypt's first stone monument, 2670 BC

Pyramid Texts Exploration03:15 PM

Underground chambers with ancient writings

Valley Temple of Khafre04:30 PM

Temple connected to pyramid by causeway

Hotel Return06:00 PM

Return to Cairo hotel

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