Overview

Travel back more than 4,600 years to the birthplace of pyramid building. This half-day adventure takes you to Saqqara, home of the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the oldest stone structure in the world and the prototype for all pyramids that followed.

With your expert guide, you’ll wander through the vast necropolis of Saqqara, discovering noble tombs adorned with vibrant carvings that still glow with color after thousands of years. The Step Pyramid, designed by the genius architect Imhotep, will leave you in awe of the ancient Egyptians’ engineering brilliance.

Your journey continues to Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, founded by King Narmer around 3100 BC. Here, marvel at the colossal statue of Ramses II, lying gracefully in its open-air museum, alongside the stunning alabaster sphinx.

Round off your exploration with a hearty Egyptian lunch at a countryside restaurant near Saqqara, offering you a taste of local flavors after immersing yourself in history.