Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, Saqara and Memfis: Private guided tour

The tombs inside the pyramids still have their original colors and hieroglyphics intact.

A private guided tour of Egypt's major pyramid sites (Giza, Saqara and Memphis) with hotel pickup and drop-off, a government-licensed guide speaking English or Spanish, and bottled water included. The tour covers the Great Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza, the Step Pyramid at Saqara with its decorated tombs, and the colossal statue of Ramses II and alabaster sphinx at Memphis. Entry fees are separate. The eight-hour itinerary is arranged so you move between sites without organizing transport or timing yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis

• See Giza pyramids
• Learn secrets of pyramids
• Visit Saqqara step pyramid
• Explore tombs and writings
• Visit Memphis, first capital
• See statue of Second Ramses
• See alabaster sphinx of Hatshepsut

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel and moves through three distinct sites in sequence. At Giza you see the pyramids and the Sphinx. At Saqara you enter the Step Pyramid complex and walk into tombs where the painted walls and carved hieroglyphics have survived thousands of years. At Memphis, Egypt's first capital, you stand in front of the massive statue of Ramses II and the alabaster sphinx of Hatshepsut. A government-licensed guide speaks throughout in English or Spanish, explaining the architecture and what the inscriptions say.

The eight hours includes travel time between the three locations. Your guide handles the route and the pacing. You bring only yourself and the water provided. Wheelchair access is available at all three sites, and the transportation itself is wheelchair accessible. The tour suits families with infants (specialized seats are available and small children can ride in a stroller), and it works for any fitness level, though it is not recommended for travelers with cardiovascular concerns.

What’s included

• Private transportation between all three sites.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• a government-licensed guide speaking English or Spanish.

Before you book

Lasts 8h, runs every day at 08:00, from US$ 43 per person, with a live guide in English, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 50

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomeNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Lovely Eg Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want one guide to drive you between all three sites. You'll move through Giza, Saqqara, and Memphis as a continuous day rather than piecing together separate visits.

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Top questions

What exactly is inside the tombs at Saqara that I'll see?

The tombs at Saqara contain painted walls and hieroglyphic writing in their original colors, preserved from ancient times. Your guide will explain what the inscriptions say and what the images represent.

Do I need to buy pyramid entry tickets separately, or are they included?

Entry fees and tickets to all three sites are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately. Your guide will direct you through the entry process at each location.

How much time do I spend at each pyramid site?

The tour is eight hours total and covers three sites (Giza, Saqara and Memphis) with travel time between them. Your guide structures the day so you see the major monuments at each location without rushing.

Can I request a guide who speaks a specific language?

The tour is offered with a government-licensed guide in English or Spanish. You can request your preferred language when you book.

What happens if I arrive late at the airport? Will pickup still work?

Hotel pickup is included, so the tour departs from where you are staying. If you need airport pickup instead, confirm that arrangement when you book.