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Overview
Step back over 5,000 years into the origins of ancient Egyptian civilization with a half-day tour to Saqqara, home to Egypt’s earliest pyramids and royal tombs. This immersive experience takes you beyond the famous Giza Plateau to explore the birthplace of pyramid construction, led by a professional Egyptologist and supported by private transportation for a smooth and insightful visit.
Tour Info
- Duration: 4 Hours
- Departure time and location: At 08:00 AM, from the lobby of your hotel.
- Return time and location: At 12:00 PM to at the lobby of your hotel.
- Tour category: Half Day Tour
Tour Highlights
- Visit the legendary Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s first stone pyramid
- Explore the vast Saqqara Necropolis, Egypt’s largest ancient burial ground
- Enter the Pyramid of Teti, famous for early Pyramid Texts
- Go inside the Pyramid of Unas, featuring the oldest religious inscriptions in history
- Discover richly decorated noble tombs revealing scenes of daily life in ancient Egypt
What to Expect
- Visit the legendary Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s first stone pyramid
- Explore the vast Saqqara Necropolis, Egypt’s largest ancient burial ground
- Enter the Pyramid of Teti, famous for early Pyramid Texts
- Go inside the Pyramid of Unas, featuring the oldest religious inscriptions in history
- Discover richly decorated noble tombs revealing scenes of daily life in ancient Egypt
More About Half Day tour to Saqqara.
- Dress Code: Smart casual clothes are recommended.
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Camera or smartphone for photos
- Cash for souvenirs or personal expenses
Itinerary
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to your accommodation.
Saqqara Complex
The Saqqara Complex is an ancient burial site near Cairo, known for the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the first pyramid in Egypt. It features tombs, pyramids, and temples, offering insights into Egypt's early pyramid construction.
Unas Pyramid
The Unas Pyramid in Saqqara is the burial site of Pharaoh Unas and is notable for the Pyramid Texts, the oldest known religious writings in Egypt.
King Teti Pyramid
The King Teti Pyramid in Saqqara belongs to Pharaoh Teti and is notable for its well-preserved pyramid texts.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Meet & assist services at all destinations
- Private, air-conditioned transportation
- Professional, licensed Egyptologist tour guide
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites in the itinerary
- Fully private tour experience
- Unlimited bottled water provided in the vehicle
- All local taxes and service charges included
Exclusions
- Any Extra Attractions Not Listed
- Food and beverage
- Any Private Expenses
- Tipping
Current Season Price Details
Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
| # | Price |
|---|---|
| Solo Adult | $ 140 /per adult |
| Group of (2-3) Adults | $ 120 /per adult |
| Group of (4-6) Adults | $ 110 /per adult |
| Group of (7-10) Adults | $ 104 /per adult |
| Group of (11-more) Adults | $ 102 /per adult |
| Child [age:6-11] | $ 60 /per child |
| Infant [age:0-5] | $ 0 /per infant |
| Student | $ 96 /per student |
Deposit
100 % of the total booking amount
Extra Fees
Extra 15 USD per Head pick up from Airport Hotels, New Cairo, Nasr City 6th of October Heliopolis.
Lunch (Optional to be selected)