Guided Tour to Sakkara, Memphis, & Cairo Museum
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Guided Tour to Sakkara, Memphis, & Cairo Museum

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Stop At: Memphis and Sakkara, Cairo 11655 Egypt

Memphis was the ancient capital of Aneb-Hetch, the first Nome of Lower Egypt. Its ruins are located near the town of Mit Rahina, 20 km (12 mi) south of Giza.

According to legend related by Manetho, the city was founded by the pharaoh Menes. Capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it remained an important city throughout ancient Egyptian history.

It occupied a strategic position at the mouth of the Nile Delta, and was home to feverish activity. Its principal port, Peru-nefer, harboured a high density of workshops, factories, and warehouses that distributed food and merchandise throughout the ancient kingdom. During its golden age, Memphis thrived as a regional center for commerce, trade, and religion.

Memphis was believed to be under the protection of the god Ptah, the patron of craftsmen. Its great temple, Hut-ka-Ptah (meaning "Enclosure of the ka of Ptah"), was one of the most prominent structures in the city. The name of this temple, rendered in Greek as Aἴγυπτoς (Ai-gy-ptos) by the historian Manetho, is believed to be the etymological origin of the modern English name Egypt.

The history of Memphis is closely linked to that of the country itself. Its eventual downfall is believed to be due to the loss of its economic significance in late antiquity, following the rise of coastal Alexandria. Its religious significance also diminished after the abandonment of the ancient religion following the Edict of Thessalonica.

The ruins of the former capital today offer fragmented evidence of its past. They have been preserved, along with the pyramid complex at Giza, as a World Heritage Site since 1979. The site is open to the public as an open-air museum. Alabaster Sphinx, Cairo, Egypt


Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids, Al Badrashin, Cairo 11511 Egypt

Saqqara is a vast, ancient burial ground in Egypt, serving as the necropolis for the Ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis.[1] Saqqara features numerous pyramids, including the world-famous Step pyramid of Djoser, sometimes referred to as the Step Tomb due to its rectangular base, as well as a number of mastabas (Arabic word meaning 'bench'). Located some 30 km (19 mi) south of modern-day Cairo, Saqqara covers an area of around 7 by 1.5 km (4.35 by 0.93 mi).

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Alabaster Sphinx, Mit Rahina Museum, Cairo 11511 Egypt

The Sphinx of Memphis is a stone sphinx located near the remains of Memphis, Egypt. The carving was believed to take place between 1700 and 1400 BC, which was during the 18th dynasty. It is unknown which pharaoh is being honored and there are no inscriptions to supply information. The facial features imply that the Sphinx is honoring Hatshepsut or Amenhotep.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Egyptian Antiquities Museum, Midan El Tahrir Geographical Society Building, Cairo 11511 Egypt

Extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts covering 5,000 years, including Tutankhamun's treasures.

Duration: 2 hours

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Included
  • Services of a private tour guide (Egyptologist) escorts you all the time during the trip
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch - Enjoy a variety of Egyptian menu food out of your preferences from the best local restaurants.
  • Bottled water - Sealed mineral bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea - Take away on board
  • Soda/Pop - Take away on board
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - Memphis and Sakkara
  • Entry/Admission - Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
  • Entry/Admission - Alabaster Sphinx
  • Entry/Admission - Egyptian Antiquities Museum
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Tourism
90%
Original
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