Serapeum
Saqqara, The Serapeum & Memphis - Private Day Tour
Duration: Approx. 7-8 Hours
Tour Type: Private Tour
Pickup & Drop-off: Cairo or Giza Hotels
Morning (08:00 AM) - Hotel Pickup
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel by a private air-conditioned vehicle and an expert guide to start an extraordinary journey into the deep history and mysteries of ancient Egypt.
📝 Itinerary
🏺 Stop 1: Saqqara & The Step Pyramid
Explore Saqqara, the vast ancient necropolis. Visit the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest stone structure in the world. Your expert guide will take you through the surrounding archaeological complex and explain the evolution of royal burial structures.
🌀 Stop 2: The Mysterious Serapeum of Saqqara
Descend into the fascinating and mysterious Serapeum. Marvel at the underground galleries containing massive, highly polished granite sarcophagi weighing up to 70 tons each, dedicated to the sacred Apis bulls. Learn about the engineering marvels and theories behind this unique site.
🍽️ Stop 3: Lunch Break
Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant offering authentic Egyptian cuisine.
🏛️ Stop 4: Memphis (The Ancient Capital)
Drive to Memphis, the first capital of united Egypt founded by King Menes. Visit the open-air museum to see the spectacular colossal statue of King Ramses II, carved from limestone with incredible detail, and the beautiful Alabaster Sphinx.
Included
- Modern private air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed professional tour guide speaking your language
- Delicious lunch at a high-quality local restaurant
- Bottled mineral water during the tour
- All taxes and service charges
Not Included
- Entrance fees / Admission tickets to the sites
- Tips / Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- 💰 Pricing & Special Offers
- Price starts from $55 per person.
- 🎁 Special Group Discount: Enjoy an exclusive discount for groups of 4 people or more! (Contact us to get your special rate).
- Child policy applies.