Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and then visit Saqqara with the Step Pyramid. Continue to Giza to see the Great Pyramids, the Valley Temple, and the Sphinx.
Drive to Saqqara to visit the Step Pyramid, built for the 3rd Dynasty Pharaoh Djoser by the renowned architect Imhotep. Explore one of the ancient mastabas, dating back over 4,500 years, and admire the remarkable carvings and vibrant colors that offer insight into daily life in ancient Egypt.
Conclude your time in Saqqara with a visit to a local carpet school, where you will experience the traditional art of hand-weaving and meet artisans preserving techniques passed down through generations.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to Giza to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—the Great Pyramids. Discover the Valley Temple and marvel at the iconic Sphinx. (Optional: You may choose to enhance your visit with a camel ride through the desert surrounding the pyramids.)
Along the way, stop at a papyrus institute to learn about this ancient craft. Afterward, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Cairo