Saqqara Necropolis Half Day Pyramids Tour
qqara, a timeless burial ground where Pharaohs, nobles, and even commoners rest for over 3000 years, is a place of profound history. It cradles the Djoser Complex, humanity's inaugural stone marvel, the iconic step pyramid.
Our tour is a captivating odyssey through Saqqara's hidden treasures in a single day. We'll unveil numerous pyramid complexes, journey within these architectural marvels, and pay homage at the tombs of noble pharaohs' confidants and viziers from the Pyramid age.
But that's not all; we'll tread upon the hallowed resting place of New Kingdom luminaries, . During this epoch, the enigmatic Saqqara Serapeum was erected, entombing the sacred bull, Ptah, the venerated deity of Memphis and the patron of Egypt's skilled artisans.
This tour is your key to unlocking the secrets of Saqqara, where each stone whispers tales of ancient Egypt's grandeur, mystery, and reverence. Join us on this passionate exploration, and let history's echoes guide your journey.
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Tour Highlights (Maximum Itinerary):
Pick-up available between 7:30 am and 8:30 am.
Enjoy a 90-minute round trip.
Exploration of Remarkable Sites:
Djoser Complex
Venture inside the Step Pyramid.
Explore the Southern Tomb.
Unas Complex
Journey inside the Pyramid of Unas.
Discover the Unas Cemetery, including the tombs of Princess Idut.
The New Kingdom
Visit the Tomb of Horemheb.
Explore the Tombs of Maya and Merit.
Teti Complex
Venture inside the Pyramid of Teti.
Explore the Tombs of Kagemni, Meryruka, Ankhmahor, Nefer-Seshem-Ptah, and Nikauisesi.
The Serapeum
Tomb of Ptahhotep
Tomb of the Two Brothers
Tomb of Tyie
Optional Additions:
Enjoy some shopping (Optional).
Savor a delightful lunch (Optional).
• Shopping (optional)
• Lunch (Optional)
- Includes me as your guide, A vehicle with a dedicated driver
- Excludes: Entrance fees, Lunch, and Personal Expenses.
Please note that all of my tour itineraries, including this one, can be tailored, expanded, or shortened to • accommodate your specific interests or group size upon request.