Pyramids, Sakkara & Memphis: Private Egyptologist Tour + Lunch

Summary

See Giza pyramids, Sakkara step pyramid & Memphis in one day

You’ll stand right beside Giza’s pyramids with a local Egyptologist guiding you through ancient secrets, then wander Sakkara’s step pyramid before sharing fresh bread at lunch. Explore Memphis’ colossal statues up close — all with easy hotel pickup and a pace that lets you breathe it in.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I thought I knew what to expect from the Pyramids of Giza — you see them everywhere, right? But standing there early with our guide (his name was Ahmed), the air still cool and a little dusty, it hit different. He pointed out how Cheops and Chephren line up with the sun — I’d never noticed that in photos. The camels nearby made these deep grumbling sounds that made me laugh. I tried to take it all in but honestly, it’s a lot to process when you’re actually there.

We walked over to the Great Sphinx next. Ahmed told us some stories about its missing nose (he had opinions) and showed us the Valley Temple stones — they felt warm under my hand even though it wasn’t midday yet. There were school kids on a field trip practicing their English with us (“Welcome to Egypt!”), which was kind of sweet. Then we drove out toward Sakkara. The landscape changed so quickly — city noise fading into open fields and palm trees.

The Step Pyramid at Sakkara surprised me most. It’s older than everything else we’d seen, rougher around the edges but somehow more real for it. Ahmed explained Zoser’s architect basically invented stone building here — wild to think about while you’re squinting up at those layers. Lunch was at this local spot where the bread came out hot and smoky from the oven; I still think about that bread sometimes.

After lunch we headed to Memphis — not much left of the old capital except for these massive statues lying around like they just got tired one day. The statue of Ramses II is huge; you can walk right up close and see every crack in the stone. There was an old man sweeping dust off the floor who nodded at us as we left. That stuck with me for some reason.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Giza Pyramids, Sakkara, Memphis

• Pick up from hotel
• Visit Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mykerinus
• Visit Great Sphinx and Valley Temple
• Visit Step Pyramid of Zoser
• Have lunch at local restaurant
• Visit Memphis museum
• See Statue of Ramses II and Alabaster Sphinx

Top questions

How long does this tour of Giza Pyramids, Sakkara & Memphis take?

The tour covers all three sites in one day, including transfers and lunch.

Is hotel pickup included for this private tour?

Yes, hotel pickup is included in your day trip booking.

Will there be a local guide during the tour?

A private English-speaking Egyptologist guide leads your tour.

Is lunch provided on this Giza pyramids day trip?

Lunch at a local restaurant is included during your visit.

Are transfers between sites included?

All transfers are by private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour.

Can infants or small children join this tour?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the tour.

What will I see at Memphis on this itinerary?

You’ll visit the Statue of Ramses II and Alabaster Sphinx at Memphis museum.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup by private vehicle, guidance from an English-speaking Egyptologist throughout Giza, Sakkara, and Memphis, bottled water along the way, plus a traditional lunch served at a local restaurant before heading back in comfort.