Half day Sakkara and Memphis (Car + Guide + lunch)

Giza
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Duration

Half day

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English, Espanol, Francais, German, Italy, Russian

Saqqara and Memphis Half Day Tour

Saqqara Memphis Half Day is a great way to explore two important destinations from ancient Egyptian history in one memorable experience. Visit the ancient necropolis of Saqqara and discover the historic city of Memphis with a comfortable private car, professional tour guide, and lunch included. Explore the fascinating world of the pharaohs with Lido Egypt Tours.

Explore Saqqara

Start your journey with a visit to Saqqara, one of Egypt’s most important archaeological areas. The site is famous for the Step Pyramid of Djoser, an extraordinary monument that represents an important stage in the development of ancient Egyptian pyramid construction.

Walk through the archaeological area and discover ancient tombs, temples, monuments, and fascinating remains. Your knowledgeable guide will explain the history of Saqqara and share interesting information about the pharaohs, ancient Egyptian beliefs, and traditions connected with the site.

Saqqara is an excellent place to understand how ancient Egyptian architecture developed and how pyramid construction changed through different periods.

Discover Memphis

Continue to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt and one of the most important cities of the pharaonic era. Explore the open-air museum and see impressive statues and monuments connected with the history of this ancient capital.

Among the highlights is the enormous limestone statue of Ramses II, along with the famous Alabaster Sphinx and other archaeological treasures. Your guide will explain the historical importance of Memphis and its role in the development of ancient Egyptian civilization.

Why Choose Our Saqqara Memphis Half Day Tour?

Our Saqqara Memphis Half Day experience is a private and comfortable way to discover two fascinating archaeological destinations without joining a large group. Travel between the sites in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the flexibility of a private tour.

Your friendly and professional guide will accompany you throughout the experience, explain the history of the sites, and answer your questions. You will also have time to take photographs and enjoy the archaeological areas at a comfortable pace.

Tour Includes

This package includes private transportation by comfortable air-conditioned car, a professional tour guide, and lunch.

With your car, guide, and lunch arranged in advance, you can relax and enjoy discovering the ancient history of Saqqara and Memphis with Lido Egypt Tours.

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  AdultChildren
Price for 1 pax 5030
Price for 2 pax 3020
Price for 3 – 5 pax 2515
Price for 6 – 10 pax 1510
  AdultChildren
Price for 1 pax 7555
Price for 2 pax 5545
Price for 3 – 5 pax 5040
Price for 6 – 10 pax 4035
  AdultChildren
Price for 1 pax 8565
Price for 2 pax 6045
Price for 3 – 5 pax 5540
Price for 6 – 10 pax 4530

Highlights

  • • Enjoy a private half-day journey through two of Egypt’s most important ancient sites, traveling comfortably by private air-conditioned car with your professional licensed guide.
  • • Begin in Memphis, the ancient capital of unified Egypt, founded around 3100 BC after King Menes united Upper and Lower Egypt. Learn how this strategically important city became the political and religious center of early ancient Egypt.
  • • Discover the ancient city’s connection with the god Ptah, the principal deity of Memphis and one of the most important creator gods in ancient Egyptian religion. Your guide will explain the role Memphis played in royal and religious life for thousands of years.
  • • See the impressive Colossal Statue of Ramses II, one of the most remarkable surviving monuments at the Memphis open-air museum. Admire the enormous scale and craftsmanship of the statue and learn about Ramses II, one of ancient Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs.
  • • Explore the remains of Memphis and imagine its former grandeur, including fragments of temples, statues, reliefs, and monuments that reveal the importance of the city during Egypt’s great pharaonic periods.
  • • Continue to Sakkara, the vast royal necropolis of ancient Memphis, where generations of kings, nobles, priests, and officials were buried. The site offers an extraordinary journey through the development of Egyptian funerary architecture.
  • • Stand before the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the first monumental pyramid in ancient Egypt and one of the earliest large-scale stone structures in the world. Learn how the pyramid represented a revolutionary step in the evolution of royal tombs.
  • • Explore the Step Pyramid complex and its surrounding monuments, designed by the famous architect Imhotep. Discover the courtyards, ceremonial structures, and architectural features that made Djoser’s funerary complex a landmark in ancient Egyptian history.
  • • Discover the evolution from mastaba tombs to pyramids, as your guide explains how ancient Egyptian architects gradually transformed traditional burial structures into the monumental pyramid form that later reached its peak at Giza.
  • • Learn about Sakkara’s remarkable collection of tombs and monuments, including ancient private tombs decorated with scenes showing everyday life, agriculture, craftsmanship, offerings, and religious beliefs.
  • • Take time to appreciate the atmosphere of Sakkara away from the modern city, surrounded by desert landscapes and thousands of years of Egyptian history, before concluding the sightseeing portion of your private tour.
  • • Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant before returning comfortably to your hotel, completing a fascinating half-day experience through the origins and evolution of ancient Egyptian civilization.
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Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Price for 2 pax 2 2 30%
2 Price for 3 - 3 pax 3 3 35%
3 Price for 4 to 4 pax 4 4 35%
4 from 5 to 5 5 5 40%
5 from 6 to 6 6 6 40%
6 from 7 to 7 7 7 40%
7 from 8 to 8 8 8 45%
8 from 9 to 9 9 9 45%
9 from 10 to 10 10 10 45%
Bulk discount children
# Discount group From children To children Value
1 Price for 2 pax 2 2 14.29%
2 Price for 3 - 5 pax 3 6 28.57%
3 Price for 6 - 10 pax 6 10 42.86%

  • TOUR INCLUDES
  • • Private air-conditioned car for the entire tour
  • • Professional licensed English-speaking tour guide
  • • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
  • • Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
  • • Bottled water during the tour
  • • All taxes and service charges
  • TOUR EXCLUDES
  • • Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites and monuments
  • • Personal expenses
  • • Drinks during lunch
  • • Any additional services not mentioned in the Tour Includes section

3- 5 hours

English
Espanol
Francais
German
Italy
Russian

Car + Guide + lunch

Tour's Location

Giza

Is the Half-Day Sakkara and Memphis Tour Suitable for Families?

Yes. This private archaeological excursion is suitable for families, couples, and older travelers interested in exploring ancient Egyptian history beyond the main pyramids. The private vehicle and licensed guide provide a comfortable and flexible experience, allowing guests to discover the highlights of Sakkara and Memphis at a relaxed pace.

What Is Included in the Private Sakkara and Memphis Experience?

The tour includes private transportation by air-conditioned car, the services of a licensed tour guide, and lunch during the excursion. Your guide accompanies you between the main historical locations and explains the significance of the monuments, while the private vehicle provides convenient transportation throughout the journey. Entrance tickets are not included in this option.

Can I Request a Preferred Starting Time for the Sakkara and Memphis Tour?

Yes. The departure time can be arranged in advance to suit your travel plans. An earlier start may be preferable for cooler temperatures and a quieter visit, while alternative morning schedules can be considered according to attraction opening hours and traffic conditions.

What Should I Wear and Bring for Exploring Sakkara and Memphis?

Comfortable, lightweight clothing and suitable walking shoes are recommended for visiting the archaeological sites. Bring drinking water, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat, especially during warmer months. A camera or smartphone is also useful for photographing the ancient monuments and open-air historical surroundings.

Which Historical Attractions Can I Discover During This Tour?

The experience focuses on the ancient sites of Sakkara and Memphis, two important centers of Egyptian civilization. Visitors can learn about the development of pyramid construction, explore historic monuments, and see remarkable remains connected to the pharaonic capital. The exact sightseeing sequence may be adjusted according to site conditions and the selected itinerary.

Do I Need to Purchase Entrance Tickets Separately for Sakkara and Memphis?

Yes. Entrance tickets are not included in this package and are purchased separately. Our team can advise you about the required admissions for the selected archaeological sites, helping you prepare for the visit before the tour begins.

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