Giza Pyramids & Saqqara Step Pyramid Private Tour from Alexandria Port

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Overview

  • Duration:12 hours 0 minutes
  • Travelers:1 - 24 guests
  • Tour Type:Private tour
  • Language:English, French, Spanish

Travel from Alexandria Port to Cairo and Giza on an unforgettable private shore excursion with Gem Explore Egypt, discovering two of the country's greatest archaeological sites in a single day.


Your journey begins at the cruise ship exit door at Alexandria Port, where you will be met and transferred to Cairo in a comfortable, private air-conditioned vehicle alongside your expert Egyptologist guide. Explore the legendary Giza Pyramids—Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure—uncover the achievements of the Old Kingdom, and stand before the Great Sphinx and the ancient Valley Temple.


After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Saqqara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. Discover the revolutionary Step Pyramid of King Djoser, masterminded by the architect Imhotep and celebrated as the world's earliest monumental stone structure.


Relax in private comfort on your return drive to Alexandria Port, with guaranteed timely arrival back at your ship. Carefully planned for cruise passengers, this tour delivers a seamless, enriching journey through Egypt's most iconic pyramid complexes.

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Highlights

  • Giza Pyramids Complex: Explore the legendary Giza Plateau and admire the three magnificent pyramids of ancient Egypt: The Great Pyramid of King Khufu, The Pyramid of King Khafre, and The Pyramid of King Menkaure. Learn about the history, beliefs, engineering achievements, and fascinating mysteries surrounding these extraordinary monuments.
  • The Great Sphinx: Stand before the iconic Great Sphinx, one of the most recognizable monuments in the world. Discover the history and symbolism of this colossal statue, which combines the body of a lion with the head of a pharaoh and has guarded the Giza Plateau for thousands of years.
  • Valley Temple: Visit the impressive Valley Temple of King Khafre, an ancient structure associated with the royal funerary complex. Your Egyptologist guide will explain its role in the ancient funerary rituals and the religious traditions of the Old Kingdom.
  • Authentic Egyptian Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a carefully selected local Egyptian restaurant and experience traditional Egyptian cuisine during your day in Cairo.
  • Saqqara Archaeological Site: Explore the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, one of Egypt’s most important archaeological areas. Discover the remarkable history of the site, which served as the necropolis of the ancient capital of Memphis for thousands of years.
  • Step Pyramid of King Djoser: Admire the revolutionary Step Pyramid of King Djoser, designed by the legendary architect Imhotep. Built during the 3rd Dynasty, the Step Pyramid represents a major turning point in the history of architecture and is considered one of the earliest large-scale stone monuments ever constructed.

Includes/Excludes

  • * Pickup and drop-off from the cruise ship at Alexandria Port.
  • * All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • * Private professional Egyptologist tour guide.
  • * Entrance fees to the Giza Pyramids Complex.
  • * Entrance fees to the Great Sphinx area.
  • * Entrance fees to the Valley Temple.
  • * Entrance fees to the Saqqara archaeological area.
  • * Entrance fees to the Step Pyramid of Djoser.
  • * Delicious lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant.
  • * Bottled mineral water during the tour.
  • * All service charges and taxes.
  • * Assistance from the Gem Explore Egypt team throughout the tour.
  • * Entrance inside the Great Pyramid or other optional areas requiring additional tickets.
  • * Any optional entrance tickets not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
  • * Beverages during lunch.
  • * Personal expenses.
  • * Shopping stops, unless requested by the guests.
  • * Tipping.

Itinerary

Pickup from Alexandria Port

Your Gem Explore Egypt representative will meet you at the cruise ship exit door at Alexandria Port. Begin your journey to Cairo in a private, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle accompanied by your professional Egyptologist tour guide.

Giza Pyramids Complex

Upon arrival in Giza, begin your private guided tour of the legendary Giza Plateau. Admire the magnificent pyramids of:

  • King Khufu

  • King Khafre

  • King Menkaure

Your guide will explain the fascinating history of the Old Kingdom and the remarkable engineering achievements of the ancient Egyptians. Enjoy time to admire the panoramic views and take unforgettable photographs of the pyramids.

The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple

Continue to the Great Sphinx, the legendary guardian of the Giza Plateau. Learn about the history, symbolism, and mysteries surrounding this magnificent monument before visiting the nearby Valley Temple of King Khafre.

Lunch

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant before continuing your exploration of ancient Egypt.

Saqqara & Step Pyramid of Djoser

After lunch, drive to Saqqara, one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt. Explore the ancient necropolis and admire the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser, designed by the brilliant architect Imhotep. Your guide will explain how the Step Pyramid marked the evolution from earlier royal tombs to the monumental pyramid architecture that later reached its peak at Giza.

Return to Alexandria Port

At the end of your tour, relax in your private air-conditioned vehicle during the journey back to Alexandria Port. Your Gem Explore Egypt representative will accompany you to the cruise ship exit area, ensuring a smooth and comfortable return to your vessel.

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Frequently asked questions

Know before you go

This is a private shore excursion designed for cruise passengers arriving at Alexandria Port.
* Please provide your cruise ship name and arrival and departure times when booking.
* The itinerary may be adjusted according to traffic conditions, attraction opening hours, and the cruise
ship schedule.
* The journey between Alexandria Port and Cairo involves considerable driving time. However, this tour
allows you to visit two of Egypt’s most important pyramid sites in one unforgettable day.

* Shopping stops are completely optional and are not obligatory.
* Entrance inside the Great Pyramid and other special archaeological areas requires additional optional
tickets.
* We recommend booking in advance, especially during the high cruise and holiday seasons.

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