Pyramids Full Day Tour

Pyramids Full Day Tour

Overview

Discover Egypt’s most iconic ancient sites on the Pyramids Full Day Tour, an easy-paced, full-day excursion that brings you face to face with legendary monuments. With hotel pickup and an expert guide, the Pyramids Full Day Tour flows from Giza’s famous pyramids to Saqqara, Memphis, and Dahshur in one unforgettable day.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your day begins with convenient pickup from your hotel, then heads straight into the timeless landscapes of Egypt’s Old Kingdom. Expect a smooth, guided journey that balances must-see highlights with enough time to absorb the atmosphere, from the vast Giza Plateau to quieter royal necropolises south of Cairo. You will explore world-famous pyramids, stand before the Great Sphinx, visit the earliest major stone pyramid ever built, and finish with the distinctive angles of Dahshur’s Bent Pyramid before returning at the end of an 8-hour day.

✨ Highlights

• 🧱 Explore the **Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus** on the Giza Plateau
• 🦁 Visit the **Great Sphinx** and the **Valley Temple** dating to the time of Chephren
• 🏛️ See the **Step Pyramid of Zoser**, the world’s oldest major stone structure
• 🍽️ Enjoy lunch at a **local restaurant**
• 👑 Discover **Memphis**, the first capital of Egypt, and its enduring Old Kingdom legacy
• 🗿 View the **Statue of Ramses II** and the **alabaster Sphinx of Memphis**
• 📐 Visit **Dahshur pyramids**, including the famous **Bent Pyramid**

📍 Itinerary

Hotel pickup, meet your Sun Pyramids Tours guide and start your full-day excursion.

• Giza Plateau, visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus.
• Great Sphinx, continue to the Sphinx dating back to the time of Chephren, then visit the Valley Temple.
• Saqqara, visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, built in the 3rd Dynasty for King Zoser.
• Lunch, enjoy a meal at a local restaurant.
• Memphis, founded by King Menes, the first capital of Egypt, see the Statue of Ramses II and the alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.
• Dahshur, visit the Dahshur pyramids, an ancient royal necropolis, and see the famous Bent Pyramid.
• Return transfer, end of tour after approximately 8 hours.

✅ What’s Included

• Hotel pickup
• Guided tour with Sun Pyramids Tours guide
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Transfers between sites

❌ Exclusions

• Any items not mentioned in what’s included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 8 hours
• Difficulty: EASY
• Meeting point: Pickup from your hotel
• Logistics: This is a full-day, multi-stop itinerary covering Giza, Saqqara, Memphis, and Dahshur.
• Physical requirements: Easy level. You should be comfortable with a full day of sightseeing and transfers.
• Cancellation policy: Not provided in the source information.

📣 Secure Your Spot for an Old Kingdom Day

Book now to experience a seamless Giza pyramids tour that goes beyond the classics, pairing the Giza Plateau with Saqqara, Memphis, and Dahshur for a richer, more complete day of ancient Egypt.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1: How long is the Pyramids Full Day Tour?
A: The tour lasts approximately 8 hours. It is designed as a full-day excursion with multiple stops across key ancient sites.

Q2: What sites are included on the Pyramids Full Day Tour?
A: You will visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. The day also includes Saqqara’s Step Pyramid of Zoser, Memphis, and Dahshur pyramids including the Bent Pyramid.

Q3: Is this tour suitable for beginners or families?
A: Yes, the difficulty level is EASY. It is a guided sightseeing day with transfers between locations.

Q4: Does the tour include lunch?
A: Yes, lunch is included at a local restaurant. It is scheduled after visiting the Step Pyramid of Zoser.

Q5: Where does pickup happen?
A: Your Sun Pyramids Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel. This makes the start of the day simple and convenient.