Private two-day tour of Giza, Saqqara, and Cairo's top sites
Private two-day tour of Giza, Saqqara, and Cairo's top sites
Private two-day tour of Giza, Saqqara, and Cairo's top sites
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This exclusive two-day private journey unveils the ultimate Cairo experience, blending ancient wonders with rich cultural heritage. Begin your adventure at the Giza Plateau, where the majestic Pyramids and enigmatic Sphinx stand guard over the desert, followed by exploration of the ancient Step Pyramid complex at Sakkara. The journey continues through Cairo's iconic landmarks including the Egyptian Museum's priceless treasures, the magnificent Citadel with its alabaster mosque, the historic churches of Coptic Cairo, and the vibrant Khan El Khalili bazaar. With a private guide and vehicle, this carefully curated tour offers personalized attention while discovering Egypt's most celebrated pharaonic sites and Islamic monuments, complete with included lunches and seamless transportation for a truly immersive cultural experience.
Itinerary
Giza pyramids Sakkara and Memphis
Pyramids of Giza
3 hoursAdmission Ticket Includedbegin your tour. Visit the Giza pyramids area, The Egyptologist will provide you with all the history of the area, the 9 pyramids of the kings, queens, and princesses, the sphinx, and the valley temple of mummification. You will have enough time for photography on different sides, and extra options such as entering one of the pyramids, visiting the sun boat museum, or riding a camel around the area.Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYour next stop is Sakkara, home of Egypt's oldest pyramid, built-in 2800 B.C. Your guide will provide a brief history of the famous Step Pyramid and you will have free time to walk around and visit the painted tombs of the noblesMit Rahina Museum
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedMemphis is your last destination to visit the open-air museum of the city. In Memphis, you will see the second-largest Sphinx in Egypt, known as the alabaster Sphinx, the lying colossus of Ramses II that is a masterpiece and a strong proof of how Egyptian sculpture reached its peak. You will also see many more monuments dug in this great city. Memphis was the first capital city of Egypt after the unity of the Southern and Northern kingdoms. Enjoy all the beautiful monuments on display in the open museum.
Cairo city tour
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedThe museum, which was opened in 1901, houses thousands of monuments and artifacts. You will be overwhelmed by what you see around you: statues of the great pharaohs, golden treasures, tools, mummies, and much more. You will spend a wonderful time moving among the treasures of King Tut Ankh Amun. Although, you need weeks and weeks to cover everything in this huge building, however, your guide will explain with passion the highlights and must-see pieces. Then you will enjoy free time to go and browse here and there.Mosque of Muhammad Ali
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedVisit the Citadel of Saladin, a 12th-century fortress. Inside the citadel; you will go into the Alabaster mosque. Built-in 1830, the mosque was designed by a Turkish architect, who followed the same style as the Blue Mosque of Sultan Ahmed in Istanbul. Your guide will explain the main elements of the mosque and basic Islamic principles. Enjoy the panoramic view of the city from the top.Khan Al-Khalili
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeEnjoy some free time at Khan El Khalili, the biggest market in Cairo. In Khan el Khalili bazaar, you will enjoy strolling through the maze of streets and bargain for a souvenir of your trip to Egypt. You can spend some time having a local drink in one of the oldest Coffee shops in Cairo El Fishawy (1763).
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