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A private, four‑hour excursion from Giza to Saqqara’s Step Pyramid offers close-up access to Egypt’s oldest large-scale stone monument. Expect guided explanations of the tomb’s tunnels, construction stages, and the surrounding funerary complex, with practical advice for sun, footing, and photography.
A private, four‑hour excursion from Giza to Saqqara’s Step Pyramid offers close-up access to Egypt’s oldest large-scale stone monument. Expect guided explanations of the tomb’s tunnels, construction stages, and the surrounding funerary complex, with practical advice for sun, footing, and photography.
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Operated by ToBadaa · Saqqara, Cairo Governorate
You step out of an air‑conditioned car into a sun-swept courtyard where limestone blocks catch the light like pages of an ancient book. The Step Pyramid of Djoser rises ahead in six stacked tiers, a raw, architectural experiment that still commands attention more than 4,600 years after it was built.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short walks on uneven ground and occasional steps
The private tour is about four hours total including pickup and drop‑off; on‑site time at Saqqara is typically 1.5–2 hours.
Access to the interior galleries is limited and managed for conservation—your guide will explain which areas are open and safe to enter.
Main viewing areas and transportation can be wheelchair accessible, but some uneven surfaces and steps may limit access to certain sections—check with your provider if mobility assistance is required.
Private tours often include entrance and bottled water, but carry modest cash for museum shop purchases, additional refreshments, and tipping your guide and driver if appreciated.
The Step Pyramid was commissioned by Pharaoh Djoser and designed by Imhotep in the 27th century BCE, marking a shift from mudbrick mastabas to monumental stone tombs for royalty.
Ongoing stabilization and restoration projects balance visitor access with preservation—follow signage and guide instructions to reduce wear on fragile stone and reliefs.
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