Private Full Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis Private Full Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis Private Full Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis Private Full Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis Private Full Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis Private Full Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis
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Private Full Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis

★★★★★ 5.0 (46 reviews) 8 Hours Private Giza Plateau
Trip overview

Cairo Day Trip: One Day Through Ancient Egypt

Trace the story of ancient Egypt from its earliest pyramid to the Great Pyramid of Giza. This private Cairo day trip takes you from the ancient capital of Memphis to the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, then on to the legendary Giza Plateau. Stand before the Great Pyramid of Khufu, see the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and come face-to-face with the Great Sphinx. With a local Egyptologist by your side, the monuments become more than impressive sights; they become chapters in the story of how ancient Egypt built its way toward the pyramids that still define Cairo today. And this is only the beginning. Follow Egypt’s ancient stories with more Egypt tour packages, discover Cairo day tours and Luxor day trips, sail the Nile on Nile cruises, or have us create a tailor-made Egypt tour around you.

Tour highlights

What makes this day different

Three sites, one day

Giza, Saqqara and Memphis in sequence — the only way the plateau really makes sense.

Ahead of the coaches

An early start puts you on the plateau before the tour buses arrive.

Private, always

Your party only, your own guide and vehicle — reorder the day whenever you like.

Nothing to pay upfront

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup, and no prepayment to hold the date.

The route

5 stops, one unforgettable day

Hotel pickup & drop-off
Your Egyptologist and private driver collect you from your hotel lobby. Cruise-dock or airport pickup at no extra cost.
1

Giza Pyramids Complex

Stroll along the base of all three Pyramids of Giza, take a closer look at the three smaller pyramids built for royal queens, before heading to the desert viewpoint, the spot where Khufu (Cheops), Khafre (Chephren), and Menkaure (Mykerinos) align in one sweeping frame.

💡Good to Know: Entry inside the Great Pyramid requires a separate ticket with strict daily limits. Book in advance with us, and we will secure your entrance ahead of time.

Nine Pyramids of Giza Panoramic Viewpoint
2

The Sphinx and the Valley Temple

Descend from the plateau into the Sphinx enclosure, where the Great Sphinx of Giza, a colossal figure with the body of a lion and a human face, stands guard beside the granite Valley Temple of Khafre. Built from massive blocks of Aswan granite, the temple is one of the best-preserved monuments of Egypt’s Old Kingdom, and its remarkably intact columns and polished stonework offer a rare glimpse into how these ancient temples once looked.

Great Sphinx Enclosure Valley Temple
3

Lunch at a local restaurant

Take a break from sightseeing with a relaxed traditional Egyptian lunch away from the tourist strip. Sit back, cool off, and recharge before resuming our adventure.

Traditional Egyptian Lunch
4

Saqqara & The Step Pyramid of Djoser

Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s oldest monumental stone structure and a remarkable turning point in the story of Egyptian pyramid building. Explore the restored funerary complex built for King Djoser and step inside an ancient tomb and look for traces of the scenes and colours that once decorated its walls. 

Saqqara brings the story further back, showing how the stepped pyramid form emerged before the smooth-sided giants of the Giza Plateau.

💡 Insider Reveal: Look beyond Djoser to the Pyramid of Unas, whose burial chamber preserves some of Egypt’s earliest known Pyramid Texts, then step into the Tomb of Princess Idut for vivid scenes of everyday life, and the nearby Tomb of Kagemni adds another remarkable glimpse into Old Kingdom life

Step Pyramid of Djoser & Funerary Complex A Painted Mastaba Tomb Pyramid of Unas Tomb of Princess Idut
5

Memphis, the First Capital

Step into the ancient city of Memphis at the open-air museum of Mit Rahina, once the capital of a unified Egypt. See the colossal limestone statue of one of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs, Ramses II, and the beautifully carved alabaster sphinx, then take a slower, shaded walk through this final stop of the day.

💡 Insider Reveal: Recognize this name? Ramses II, whose colossal statue lies here at Memphis, was also the pharaoh behind Abu Simbel. His Great Temple was carved into the rock of Nubia and fronted by four enormous statues of the king.

Colossal Ramses II Alabaster Sphinx
Back to your hotel
Return transfer at the end of your day — hotel, Nile cruise dock or the airport.
What's included

Everything's taken care of

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Expert Egyptologist guide during your Cairo guided tours.
  • Entrance fees for all sightseeing are included in private tours in Cairo.
  • All service charges and taxes are included in Cairo sightseeing tours.
  • Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transportation.

Not included

  • Tipping.
  • The tour package excludes everything that isn't included in Cairo historical sites guided tour itinerary.
Prices

One rate all year — the more of you, the less each pays

Group sizePrice per person
Solo travellerPrivate tour for one US$ 170/ person
2–4 travellers US$ 110/ person
5–8 travellers US$ 90/ person
9–14 travellers US$ 80/ person
  • Prices may vary based on the season and group size.
  • Rates typically cover entrance fees, transportation, and guided Cairo guided tours.
  • Cairo day trips include standard costs but extra charges will occur for optional activities that are excluded from the package.
  • Children's discounts may be available depending on age and operator policy.
  • Prices are usually quoted in USD or EGP and may be subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
Optional extras

Add these if you have the appetite

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US$ 75 per person

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US$ 65 per person

Sound & Light Show at the Giza Pyramids

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US$ 50 per person
Essential information

Before the morning of your tour

We collect you at 8:00 am by default, which puts you on the plateau before the coach groups. Earlier or later starts are fine — just tell us when you book. Your guide's name and number are sent the evening before.

  • Closed walking shoes
  • A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Small notes for tips
  • A light scarf in winter mornings and inside the tombs

Phone and camera photography is free across the open sites. Inside ticketed tombs and pyramid chambers a camera permit is sometimes required; your guide will tell you at the gate and can buy it there.

Giza and Memphis are manageable with limited mobility — the vehicle reaches every viewpoint. Saqqara involves sand and steps. Tell us your needs and we adjust the route rather than cut the day short.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. No prepayment is taken to reserve the date — you settle with your guide on the day.

Good to know

Day tour FAQs

Yes — from any hotel in Cairo or Giza, from a Nile cruise moored in Cairo, or from Cairo airport on a long layover. There is no surcharge for any of these.

Yes, but entry tickets are sold separately by the Ministry of Antiquities and capped each day. Add it when you book and we will secure it for you.

Around 3–4 km across the day, on sand and uneven stone. The vehicle follows you around the Giza plateau, so you can sit out any section.

Light, covering clothes and closed shoes. Comfortable footwear matters more than anything else.

Yes. The tour is private, so if you would rather start at Saqqara to avoid the Giza coach crowds, just tell your guide on the morning.

What travelers say

Stories from real explorers

Don't take our word for it — here's what our guests share after their day with us.

5.0
★★★★★
46 reviews on Tripadvisor
★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hoda was an amazing guide, sharing with us her incredible knowledge about the history and culture of Egypt. She is a warm and caring person, helping us meet our "wish-list' items on this trip!!

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K E Bat
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

I highly recommend Hoda. She is a wonderful guide for English speaking travelers. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for Egyptian history and culture is infectious. She made my tour of Egypt a trip of a lifetime.

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Valerie S
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hany is a knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful guide. He can tailor a personalized tour to what you want to see, or can plan an entire itinerary. He is incredibly responsive and dependable. Hands down the best way to see E...

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Vicky
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