Pyramids, The Egyptian Museum and old Cairo Tour
Pyramids of Giza - Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel, to enjoy an excursion to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramid of Chephren. Then have your lunch at local restaurant .
kindly note: the tickets included is to the area of the pyramids not inside one of the pyramids. If you wish to enter one of the pyramids, you can pay a ticket on spot.
Egyptian Museum - Move to visit the Egyptian Museum, which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen collection of treasure, gold and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was discovered. Then we move on to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Church of St. Barbara, and Church of Abu Serga. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Meals: Lunch
Sakkara, Memphis and Dahshur
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - At 08.00 AM you will be picked up from your hotel by Sun Pyramids Tours representative to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the worldâÂÂs oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty for King zoser and Saqqara contains numerous pyramids, including the Pyramid of Djoser, sometimes referred to as the Step Tomb, and a number of mastaba tombs. Located some 30 km (19 mi) south of modern-day Cairo
Dahshur lake - Then Proceed to Dahshur to get inside the Red Pyramid (the oldest true pyramid in history) and see the Bent Pyramid (the most preserved pyramid).
Dahshur is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is located on the Western Desert plateau at the edge of the cultivated plain
Memphis and Sakkara - After that transfer to Memphis city which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, and see the Statue of Ramses II and the alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.
Meals: Lunch
- All taxes & service charge
- Lunch included
- Entrance fees to mentioned sites
- Expert Egyptologist guide available in all languages
- Convenient hotel pickup & drop-off
- Complimentary bottled water during the trip
- Comfortable transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Accommodation.
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tipping
- Tickets To Get Inside The Pyramids
Embark on a 2-day journey through Cairo and delve into the wonders of Ancient Egypt. Begin by marveling at the legendary Pyramids and the Sphinx, immersing yourself in an ambiance of exploration. Continue to the Egyptian Museum to witness the magnificence of Egypt’s history. Following a period of relaxation, proceed to Memphis City to observe the renowned Step Pyramid of Zoser.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
