Memphis and Sakkara Half Day Tour

Description

Discover Memphis and Sakkara in Half-day Tour, two of Egypt’s most important archaeological treasures. Sakkara is home to the oldest pyramid in Egypt, and Memphis was the former capital founded in 3,100 BC. Memphis, founded around 3,100 BC, is the legendary city of Menes, the King who united Upper and Lower Egypt. Early on, Memphis was more like a fortress from which Menes controlled the land and water routes between Upper Egypt and the Delta. Having probably originated in Upper Egypt, from Memphis he could control the conquered people of Lower Egypt. A 20 – 30 minute drive away from the Pyramids of Giza, Sakkara, home of Egypt’s oldest pyramid. Built by Imohotep for pharaoh Zoser in 2650BC, the famous Step Pyramid is well preserved. Blue Rays Tour qualified tour guide will give you a brief history of the site before allowing you free time to walk around the perimeter of the impressive structure. Sakkara is one section of the great necropolis of Memphis, the Old Kingdom capital, and the kings of the 1st Dynasty as well as that of the 2nd Dynasty. are mostly buried in this section of the Memphis necropolis. Three major discoveries have recently been made at Sakkara, including a prime minister’s tomb, a queen’s pyramid, and the tomb of the son of a dynasty founding king. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site during the tour. In addition, you will have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made and have the chance to purchase genuine items if you wish. If you do not want to include this visit, just inform your guide on the day.

Schedule Details:

Departs: Daily

Departure Time:* 9:00 am (earlier or later departures are available until 12:00 pm (midday) if required, please advise at time of booking)

Departure Point: Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels

Duration: 3 – 4 hours (approx.)

Return Details: Tour returns to the original point of departure

Hotel Pickup: Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

Inclusions:

   * Private Qualified Egyptologist guide

   * Entrance to The Sakkara

   * Entrance to The Memphis

   * Hotel pickup and drop off

   * Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.

Exclusions:

   * Gratuities (recommended).

   * Food and drinks, unless specified.