Overview
Destination:
Egypt,
Start:Cairo, Egypt
Finish:Cairo, Egypt
Finish:Cairo, Egypt
Duration:1 day
Type:Group tour (max 16)
Tripcode:
116
Travel Period
February 2025 - September 2025
Visit the legendary city of Memphis, which was founded in 3100 BC by Menes, the Pharaoh who united Upper and Lower Egypt. Memphis became the capital of the Old Kingdom and remain important city throughout ancient Egypt times as it occupied a strategic position at the mouth of the Nile Delta. Next, visit Sakkara, the former burial ground (necropolis ) of the city of Memphis and the place where the very first pyramids were built as tombs for kings. The famous Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest known of Egypt’s 97 pyramids feature six steps on the outside, representing the pharaoh’s stepladder to heaven. The Pyramid was built approx. 27th century BC and is 62 meters high.
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Your Itinerary
Day 1: Memphis - Sakkara
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Greece and Mediterranean Travel Centre is local boutique Australian owned and operated travel company. Specialising in travel to Greece, the Mediterranean and various destinations in the Middle East, you can trust our talented destination specialists to craft the perfect tailor-made package for you. With personal, hands-on service, let us take all the stress out of planning a holiday!