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Memphis Tour

Memphis — Egypt's first capital — with the colossal statue of Ramses II and the open-air alabaster sphinx.

5 hoursCairo, Egypt4.9

Overview

Memphis — Egypt's first capital — with the colossal statue of Ramses II and the open-air alabaster sphinx.

Highlights

  • Colossus of Ramses II
  • Alabaster Sphinx
  • Open-air museum
  • Often combined with Saqqara
  • Hotel transfers

Gallery

Colossus of Ramesses II lying inside the Memphis Open-Air Museum
Colossal statue of Ramesses II at Memphis viewing gallery
Giant recumbent statue of Ramesses II at the Memphis archaeological park
Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis carved from a single block of calcite
Colossus of Ramesses II close-up at Memphis Open-Air Museum
Ramesses II statue on display at the Memphis Museum in Mit Rahina
Statue of Ramesses II inside the Memphis Museum enclosure
Memphis Open-Air Museum grounds with statue of Ramesses II
Hieroglyphic reliefs displayed at the Memphis archaeological museum
Great Pyramids of Giza rising above the desert at golden hour
The three Great Pyramids of Giza aligned across the plateau on a clear day
Panorama of the Great Sphinx of Giza in front of the Great Pyramid of Khufu
Great Sphinx of Giza with the Pyramid of Khafre behind on the Giza plateau
Pyramids of Giza with the Solar Boat pit visible in the foreground
The Great Pyramid of Giza seen from its southeast corner with tourists for scale
The Great Sphinx of Giza in profile with weathered limestone flanks
Wide view of the three Giza pyramids taken during the Forever is Now art exhibition
Great Sphinx of Giza framed by desert sand and the Khafre pyramid
Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the oldest complete stone building complex in Egypt
Djoser Step Pyramid at Saqqara panorama with restored terraces
Saqqara Step Pyramid of Djoser from the desert plateau
Saqqara Step Pyramid of Djoser side view with mortuary complex ruins
Saqqara Step Pyramid of Djoser with courtyard walls in foreground
Djoser Step Pyramid complex at Saqqara with enclosure wall
Saqqara pyramid site with colonnade entrance to the Djoser complex
Saqqara complex of Djoser courtyard and stepped pyramid
Saqqara panorama with Step Pyramid rising above the desert
Saqqara colonnade of ribbed stone pillars at the Djoser complex entrance
Historic photograph of Saqqara Step Pyramid of Djoser and nearby tombs

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Hotel pick-up

    Meet your licensed guide at your hotel lobby in an air-conditioned vehicle.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Guided visit — Memphis Tour

    Expert commentary, time for photos and full access to all key viewpoints.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Optional add-ons

    Stop for refreshments or local crafts shopping (optional, no obligation).

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Hotel drop-off

    Return transfer to your hotel — total duration approximately 4–5 hours.

What's included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Licensed Egyptologist or local English-speaking guide
  • All entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Bottled water on board
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

What's not included

  • International flights
  • Egypt entry visa
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses, drinks and gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Tour information

Duration5 hours
PickupFree hotel pick-up & drop-off included from all central hotels.
AvailabilityDaily — confirmation within 2 hours of booking.
Group sizePrivate tour (1–8 guests)
LanguagesEnglish, Bulgarian, Russian, German
Cancellation policyFree cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

Frequently asked questions

Is hotel pick-up included for the Memphis Tour?

Yes — round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off are included from all central hotels. Pick-up time is confirmed by WhatsApp the day before.

Is this a private or shared tour?

Both options are available. The price shown is per person; a private upgrade can be added at checkout or via WhatsApp.

Can I cancel or reschedule?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. Same-day cancellations are non-refundable.

Do I need to pay in advance?

No upfront payment is required — reserve now and pay on the day in EUR, USD or EGP.

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  • Multilingual support (EN · BG · RU · DE)
  • Local Egypt operations team
  • Clear pickup instructions
  • No hidden fees
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Customer reviews

4.9· Verified traveller reviews

Best-in-class — licensed Egyptologist, private transport and free cancellation.

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