Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Sakkara & Memphis: Guided Tour from Cairo + Lunch

About this experience

Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Sakkara & Memphis Guided Tour from Cairo This comprehensive day tour takes you to Egypt's most significant ancient sites in one expertly guided excursion. You'll explore the legendary Giza Plateau with its three pyramids and the Sphinx, venture to Sakkara to see the world's oldest major stone building, and discover the ruins of Memphis, ancient Egypt's first capital. Your professional Egyptologist guide brings 4,500 years of history to life as you travel between sites in air-conditioned comfort. The tour includes hotel pickup from Cairo, lunch at a local restaurant, and covers approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes of fascinating exploration across three UNESCO World Heritage locations. What is Included Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle Services of a professional Egyptologist guide Soft drinks and bottled water All local taxes Lunch at a local restaurant (beverages not included) Good to Know The full day tour lasts approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes including transfers. Entrance fees (approximately $26) are not included in the tour price and must be paid on site. The tour is wheelchair accessible, but you'll need to inform the operator in advance. Your professional Egyptologist guide conducts the tour in English, with other languages available upon request. The journey includes a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Sakkara, where you'll see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser. At Memphis, you'll visit the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. Lunch is provided at a local restaurant featuring freshly prepared Egyptian dishes, though beverages must be purchased separately. The tour covers three major archaeological sites: the Giza Plateau with the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinos, plus the Sphinx and Valley Temple; Sakkara with its revolutionary Step Pyramid; and the ancient capital of Memphis with its impressive statuary.

Highlights

• Full-day tour covering the Giza Plateau, Sakkara and Memphis
• Walk among all three Giza Pyramids and stand before the Sphinx
• Sakkara houses the world's oldest surviving major stone structure
• Memphis, ancient Egypt's first capital, explored as an open-air site
• Professional Egyptologist guide narrates 4,500 years of history
• Lunch and round-trip transfers from Cairo included

What is included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional Egyptologist guide
• Soft drinks and water
• Local taxes
• Lunch

Not included

• Entrance fee: $26
• Gratuities

Before you go

Entrance fees are not included and are approximately $26 per person Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven ground Bring bottled water and sun protection during warmer months Please carry a valid photo ID for site entry Wheelchair accessible, ask in advance if special arrangements are needed

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.