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Saqqara Necropolis day trip from Cairo
Step into the ancient world on a Saqqara Necropolis Tour from Cairo and explore one of Egypt’s most important archaeological sites. With a knowledgeable guide you will discover the Step Pyramid of Djoser, ancient royal tombs and pyramids that reveal how burial practices and architecture developed during the Old Kingdom.
Your Cheap Giza Pyramids day tour from Cairo includes some of Saqqara notable monuments such as the Pyramid of Unas, the Tomb of Idut, and the Pyramid of Teti. This Saqqara Step Pyramid and ancient tombs tour offers a focused way to experience the history and artwork of the necropolis without needing a longer multi-day itinerary.
Choose a private Saqqara sightseeing tour with New Travel Dynamics to explore the site at a comfortable pace and learn more about the pharaohs, architects, and daily life represented throughout the ancient tombs.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Saqqara Step Pyramid and ancient tombs tour
Day 1:
Saqqara Step Pyramid and ancient tombs tour
You will be greeted by your accredited Egyptologist in the hotel lobby to kick off your Saqqara Necropolis day trip from Cairo and enjoy a remarkable day exploring the Saqqara Necropolis. Located around 30 km south of Cairo, Saqqara is home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of the earliest monumental stone structures in ancient Egypt.
The striking pyramid still holds plenty of mysteries that archaeologists continue to uncover, and it gives you the chance to go inside one of the pyramids in Saqqara without paying an extra fee. This usually means either the Pyramid of King Teti or the Pyramid of Unas, the last king of the 5th Dynasty in the Old Kingdom — both are open to visitors. From there you can also explore some of the well-preserved Tombs of the Nobles in Saqqara, including the Tomb of Kagemni, who was the son-in-law of King Teti and a vizier of justice.
You will notice different scenes of everyday life in ancient Egypt, with activities such as collecting plants, fishing, trapping and animal husbandry carved and inscribed on the walls. These colorful scenes can be found inside the walls and funeral chambers of the rock-cut tombs, offering a fascinating look at life in ancient Egypt.
Then explore the Imhotep Museum, which contains rare artifacts discovered at the Saqqara archaeological site. The exhibition includes a model of the Djoser funerary complex, while one of the museum halls recreates a complete cemetery with a mummy, wooden coffin, pottery and other archaeological objects.
After all that enjoy your tasty lunch at a local restaurant. You can then ask your accredited tour guide to take you to government-authorized bazaars, where you can learn about traditional Egyptian handicrafts and pick up souvenirs to remember your Saqqara Step Pyramid and ancient tombs tour.
Why Choose This Itinerary?
This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want to explore the main highlights of Saqqara in one day from the Step Pyramid of Djoser and ancient royal pyramids to beautifully decorated tombs and the Imhotep Museum. With an accredited Egyptologist and a focused itinerary, this private Saqqara sightseeing tour offers a convenient way to discover the history, architecture and daily life of ancient Egypt.
Included / Excluded
Inclusion
- Transportations from and to your hotel in Cairo.
- Entrance fees to Saqqara.
- Oriental lunch in a local restaurant.
- Transportation is privately done by a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- A licensed English-speaking tour guide will be with you during your Cairo Day Tours.
- Bottled water and a soft drink during Egypt Day Tours.
- Shopping tours in Cairo.
- All taxes and service charges of Egypt tours are included.
Exclusion
- Any extras not mentioned in the Cairo trips program.
- Tipping is not included in the prices of your Giza Pyramids day tours.
- Prices are valid during Christmas and New Year tours in Egypt or Egypt Easter tours.
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On a one-day visit to Saqqara, you can explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the Pyramid of Teti or Pyramid of Unas, ancient Tombs of the Nobles such as the Tomb of Kagemni, and the Imhotep Museum. The visit also gives you a chance to see detailed scenes depicting everyday life in ancient Egypt.
This tour is suitable for travelers interested in ancient Egyptian history, archaeology, pyramids, and ancient tombs. It is especially convenient for visitors staying in Cairo who want to explore Saqqara with an accredited Egyptologist without joining a longer multi-day tour.
The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, transportation, an accredited Egyptologist, sightseeing at the Saqqara Necropolis, lunch at a local restaurant, and visits to the attractions included in the itinerary. Entry to one of the specified pyramids, such as the Pyramid of Teti or Pyramid of Unas, is included according to the tour itinerary.
The itinerary is planned as a day trip from Cairo, giving you enough time to visit the main archaeological highlights of Saqqara, enjoy lunch, and explore the site with your guide.
Yes. The itinerary includes entry to either the Pyramid of King Teti or the Pyramid of Unas without an additional fee, as stated in the tour details.
The Imhotep Museum displays archaeological discoveries from Saqqara and presents artifacts connected with the site's history. It is included as one of the stops on this tour.
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