Private Full Day Giza Pyramids Sphinx Memphis and Sakkara Tour

Visit Egypt's most iconic ancient sites on this private full-day tour from Cairo. Start at the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, and the Great Sphinx. Explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Sakkara, the oldest stone pyramid, before concluding at the ancient capital of Memphis, home to the colossal statue of Ramses II. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour with a licensed Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle for your comfort. - Private tour ensures personalized attention and an exclusive experience - Discover the history behind the Great Pyramid, Sphinx, and more - Convenient round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off included - Optional add-ons like camel rides and premium lunches available

1. 1

   Giza Pyramid Complex

   1.5 hours

   The most famous archaeological site on Earth, home to three monumental pyramids built as royal tombs over 4,500 years ago, along with smaller queens' pyramids, cemeteries, and the causeway that once connected the plateau to the Nile.

2. 2

   The Great Pyramid of Khufu

   20 min

   The largest pyramid in Egypt and the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, built as the tomb of Pharaoh Khufu around 2560 BCE. It stood as the tallest man-made structure on the planet for nearly 3,800 years.

3. 3

   Pyramid Complex of Khafre

   20 min

   The second-largest pyramid at Giza, built for Pharaoh Khafre, son of Khufu. It retains a portion of its original smooth limestone casing near the summit, offering a glimpse of how all the pyramids once looked.

4. 4

   Pyramid of Menkaure

   15 min

   The smallest of the three main Giza pyramids, built for Pharaoh Menkaure. Though more modest in scale, it features some of the finest stonework and granite casing of the complex.

5. 5

   Great Sphinx

   20 min

   A colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, carved directly from bedrock over 4,500 years ago. It stands guard over the Giza Plateau and remains one of the most recognizable monuments in the world.

6. 6

   Valley Temple of Khafre

   Pass by

   An ancient granite and limestone temple linked to the Pyramid of Khafre, believed to have been used for purification rituals during the mummification process of the pharaoh before burial.

7. 7

   Saqqara

   1 hour

   A vast ancient burial ground serving as the necropolis for the former capital of Memphis, containing more than a dozen pyramids, numerous mastaba tombs, and some of the earliest large-scale stone monuments in history.

8. 8

   Step Pyramid of Djoser

   30 min

   The oldest stone pyramid in the world, built around 2670 BCE for Pharaoh Djoser by the architect Imhotep. Its six-tiered design marks the critical evolutionary link between early flat tombs and the true pyramids of Giza.

9. 9

   Memphis and Sakkara

   45 min

   The site of ancient Egypt's first capital, founded around 3100 BCE, and once one of the most powerful cities in the ancient world. Today an open-air museum displays statues and artifacts recovered from the ruins.

10. 10

    Statue of Ramses II

    10 min

    A massive fallen statue of Pharaoh Ramses II, carved from a single block of limestone, showcasing the scale and artistry of New Kingdom sculpture.

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    The Sphinx of Memphis

    10 min

    A large sphinx statue carved from a single block of alabaster, one of the largest of its kind found in Egypt, believed to date to the reign of Amenhotep II or Hatshepsut.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.