Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Step Pyramid Guided Day Tour

Summary

Guided Egyptologist Tour: Giza Plateau & Saqqara Necropolis

If you want to see Egypt’s most famous pyramids with real context and stories from an expert guide, this tour gives you both—the iconic Giza Plateau plus Saqqara’s unique Step Pyramid—all in one smooth day with no hassle.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that hit me stepping out of the van was the dry, sandy breeze—somehow it smelled faintly of old stone and camel leather. Our Egyptologist guide, Hossam, waved us over with a grin and pointed to the Great Pyramid. It’s bigger than you expect, even after seeing it in a hundred photos. The blocks are rough up close, not smooth like I’d imagined. We circled the base while Hossam explained how each pyramid belonged to a different pharaoh—Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure—and how the Sphinx still guards them all these centuries later. There’s always a low hum of voices here: guides chatting in Arabic, vendors calling out for postcards or cold hibiscus juice.

Later, we drove south to Saqqara. The landscape changed—fewer tourists, more palm trees dotted around the edge of the desert. The Step Pyramid of Djoser rises up almost suddenly from the sand; it looks ancient in a different way than Giza, more layered and raw. Hossam told us about Imhotep, who designed this whole complex thousands of years ago. The limestone here feels cool if you touch it early in the day before the sun really gets going. There’s a quietness at Saqqara you don’t get at Giza—just birds and sometimes a distant donkey braying near Memphis village.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Giza Plateau and Saqqara Visit

• Explore Giza Plateau and Great Pyramid
• Visit Saqqara and Step Pyramid of Djoser

Top questions

Is this tour suitable for kids or older travelers?

Yes, it’s designed for all ages and fitness levels. The vehicle is air-conditioned and there are plenty of breaks.

Are entrance fees included?

All entry tickets and taxes are covered in your booking—no surprise costs on site.

How long does the tour last?

The full experience usually takes about 6-7 hours including travel between sites.

Will we have an Egyptologist as our guide?

Absolutely—all guides are certified Egyptologists who know these sites inside out.

What’s included

Your day includes all entry fees, taxes, and comfy air-conditioned transport between sites. Just bring water, sunscreen, and your curiosity—we’ll handle everything else!