Excursion Sakkara & pyramids of giza tour at Sokhna

During the 2 ½ hour journey to Cairo via the desert road, your guide will provide interesting facts about the sites you will be visiting.

The Step Pyramid of Sakkara

Your day will start with the visit of The Step Pyramid of Sakkara overlooks Zoser's mortuary complex. Dating from 2700 BC, the Step Pyramid is the oldest stone structure in the world, and was designed by Imhotep for King Djoser. In addition to Djoser's Step Pyramid, there are another 16 pyramids on the site in various states of preservation or decay. Sakkara is also home to an impressive number of mastaba tombs. Because the necropolis was lost beneath the sands for much of the past two millennia, even the sizable mortuary complex surrounding Djoser's pyramid was not unearthed until 1924. As a result, many of the mastaba tombs have been superbly-preserved, with both their structures and lavish internal decorations intact. Your visit will include one of the tombs recently discovered.

Lunch and Great Pyramids of Giza

Lunch will be served at a deluxe restaurant followed by the visit of the great Pyramids of Giza. Considered the most famous of Egypt's attractions and the only monuments left of the ancient wonders, the three main Pyramids at Giza were built as tombs by Cheops, his son Chephren, and Chephren's son Mykiernus to preserve each of the pharaohs' mummified body for eternity. For centuries, these unique structures have intrigued the world while surviving the rise and fall of great dynasties. Southeast of the great pyramid stands the sphinx carved out of solid rock around 2650 BC. Steeped in legend and superstition, the sphinx was a monument either to the sun god Ra or to Pharaoh Chephren. It has the head of a man and the body of a lion. The monument faces east, probably to greet the rising sun and the return of life each day.

Finally, a drive of 2 ½ hours will return you to the pier to rejoin the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Sakkara Site, Zoser Pyramid, Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, Buffet Lunch

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity with walking for approximately 1.5km or 0.9miles and some steps to negotiate at the sites and to get on/off the coach. It is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight comfortable clothing, and flat, closed-toe walking shoes are recommended. Expect the weather to be hot. Guests are required to carry their passports with them on this excursion. The travelling time between the pier and Giza involves 2 ½ hours of driving in each direction. Tour may be reversed for logistical reasons on the day.