"HALF DAY TOURS IN CAIRO (THE STEP PYRAMID COMPLEX OF DJOSER AT SAQQARA)" Private Tour

"HALF DAY TOURS IN CAIRO (THE STEP PYRAMID COMPLEX OF DJOSER AT SAQQARA)" Private Tour

The Step Pyramid Complex of Djoser at Saqqara: Embark on a fascinating journey to Saqqara, one of Egypt’s most remarkable archaeological treasures — a vast necropolis that served as the sacred burial ground for the ancient capital of Memphis for more than 3,000 years. This timeless site is a living museum of Egypt’s architectural evolution, where every stone and corridor tells stories of pharaohs, priests, and the divine quest for immortality. Here, amid the golden sands, stand numerous pyramids, mastabas, and tombs that showcase the ingenuity and spiritual devotion of early Egyptian civilization. Explore the Pyramid of Teti, the beautifully decorated Mastaba of Kagemni, and other funerary masterpieces that reveal the daily life, beliefs, and artistry of an era long past.

At the heart of Saqqara rises its most iconic monument — the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, an architectural marvel and the first pyramid ever built in Egypt. Constructed during the Third Dynasty under the guidance of the legendary architect Imhotep, this six-tiered pyramid marked a revolutionary leap in design, transforming the traditional flat-roofed mastaba into a monumental staircase to the heavens. Standing before this awe-inspiring structure, you will witness the origins of Egypt’s pyramid age — a place where innovation, devotion, and divine ambition first converged. The Step Pyramid of Djoser is not only a masterpiece of engineering but also a symbol of humanity’s eternal desire to reach the afterlife and the gods beyond.

Guided by our expert Egyptologists, you will discover fascinating secrets, myths, and architectural details that transform these colossal structures into a living story carved in stone. Every block, every angle, every shadow speaks of a civilization that changed the course of history and left us an unparalleled legacy.

A visit to Saqqara is an encounter with the dawn of Egyptian civilization — a timeless journey to the very beginnings of history itself.

Itinerary

• Pick up at your hotel, or the one closest to your accommodation by a guide from our agency.

• Visit to the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara.

• Return to the hotels.

• All visits to the different facilities and museums have the presence of a specialist who will guide our tour, explaining in detail the meanings and history of the different attractions that we can observe.

The tour includes

• Spanish-speaking guide service.
• All transfers from and to the hotel in modern, air-conditioned private coaches.
• All information on all the aforementioned visits.
• Special treatment and elite service.

The tour does not include

• Professional guide in English, French, Portuguese, German and Italian languages. If you want a guide in these languages, it is done on request and an extra charge must be paid.
• Personal expenses and tips.