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Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara

Sokhna, Egypt

Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara

DETAILS

  • 111/2
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Meal

OVERVIEW

Become immersed in the architectural wonders of ancient Egypt, many of them UNESCO World Heritage sites. Just south of Cairo, you will explore the Sakkara necropolis whose Step Pyramid was the world’s largest building when constructed about 4,600 years ago. Legendary architect Imhotep designed it. Continuing to Memphis – the capital of ancient Egypt – you will see the massive Colossus of Ramses II. Incredibly, the granite statue of the pharaoh wasn’t discovered until 1962 and was in pieces buried in the sand. You may also view a spectacular alabaster sphinx and the ruins of a temple dedicated to the high priest Ptah. On the Giza Plateau, you will behold the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World. It was once entirely covered with a limestone casing, parts of which are still visible. The Great Sphinx, sculpted from a single piece of limestone around 2500 B.C., stands nearby.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See the massive step pyramid at the center of the necropolis in Sakkara.
• Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Great Sphinx.
• Discover why UNESCO declared these iconic monuments World Heritage sites.
• Watch papyrus being made into a paper-like material using an ancient technique.
• Enjoy a lavish buffet lunch at a 5-star venue.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour involves approximately four hours of moderate to strenuous walking and standing across multiple archaeological sites, including sandy and gravel surfaces, uneven ground, and steps at Sakkara, Memphis, and the Giza Plateau. The tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair and may not be suitable for guests with mobility concerns, who should carefully assess their physical stamina before participating. The sequence of visits and allotted time at each site may vary due to traffic, security procedures, or the ship’s schedule, and shopping or the papyrus institute stop may be adjusted or canceled if operational conditions require. Interior visits to pyramids are not included and, if purchased independently, are not recommended for guests with claustrophobia or back, knee, or heart conditions.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve physical exertion for extended periods of time; can involve uneven or steep terrain or swimming in a light current. Recommended only for physically fit and adventurous travelers.
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