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Step pyramids of Saqqara & Memphis
Cairo, Egypt
From 6 hours to 8 hours
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History
Date
Today
What You Will Do
Memphis and Saqqara are two archaeological sites located 25 kilometers south of Cairo. Memphis and Saqqara are very close, so they often visit the same day.
Memphis was the capital of Egypt at the time of the Old Kingdom. It still remains a colossus of Ramses II lying and a spectacular sphinx of alabaster. The city of Memphis , which is now almost completely disappeared, was the epicenter of religious and administrative at Lower Egypt .
Memphis was also the place where lived the Pharaohs and the capital of Egypt in the early dynastic period and the Old Kingdom. The classical sources and archaeological study show that Memphis was one of the most important administrative centers throughout Egypt.
Memphis was the capital of Egypt at the time of the Old Kingdom. It still remains a colossus of Ramses II lying and a spectacular sphinx of alabaster. The city of Memphis , which is now almost completely disappeared, was the epicenter of religious and administrative at Lower Egypt .
Memphis was also the place where lived the Pharaohs and the capital of Egypt in the early dynastic period and the Old Kingdom. The classical sources and archaeological study show that Memphis was one of the most important administrative centers throughout Egypt.
What's Included?
- All transfers by air condition vehicle.
- Private Egyptology tour guide
- Visit of the papyrus institute ( ask your guide if you need to visit Perfume Factory ).
- Met & Assist from & to your hotel at Cairo or Giza.
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing.
What's Not Included?
- Entrance to private rooms or areas inside any Pyramids or temple.
- Tips to guide & driver.
- Any Souvenir from any purchasing stop.
- Entry Visa to Egypt which had to be handle from your side.
- International Air tickets from & to Egypt.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
2 hours
Saqqara was a burial site during the Old Kingdom, which is why the whole area is a veritable necropolis of pyramids, tombs, and mastabas
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Oman Day Tours.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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