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The New Kingdom of Egypt
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Begin your Suez shore excursion to the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, and Memphis by visiting top ancient attractions in Cairo, like the majestic Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple. Explore the archaeological wonders with the Suez Shore Excursion, including its Step Pyramid complex and noble tombs, and finish at the Open-Air Museum of Memphis. This Egypt tour is all-inclusive, including air-conditioned transportation, private guided service, and entrance fees.
A Happy Egypt driver will pick you up from Suez Port in the early morning. Your guide will meet you when you arrive in Cairo and will be with you for the duration of your Egypt shore excursion.
Giza Pyramids
The Giza plateau is in the vast desert, the land of the dead. Guarded by the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, the plateau is dominated by the massive pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. The Town of the Pyramids Builders and the cemetery are located south of the Great Sphinx. The pyramids were constructed in the 4th dynasty, but Giza remained important through the New Kingdom and the 3rd intermediate period. There are so many theories about the techniques used in the construction of the pyramids.
Notes: Tickets for entry inside the pyramids aren’t included.
Saqqara
Saqqara lies on the west bank of the Nile. It was the cemetery of Memphis, Egypt's first capital, and is a very large burial ground. Saqqara includes the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser and some other mastabas. The Step Pyramid Complex is the oldest stone structure in history.
Some pyramids were built at Saqqara by the kings of the 5th and 6th dynasties, such as Userkaf, Unas, Pepi I, and Pepi II. A few private tombs of the Old Kingdom were built there, and the best-known tombs are those of Ti, Kagemni, Ptah Hotep, and Meruruka.
Memphis
Memphis was the 1st capital of ancient Egypt. The city was founded by King Menes from the 1st dynasty. It occupied a strategic position at the mouth of the Nile Delta. The famous god Ptah was highly worshipped in Memphis. From the name of Ptah’s temple there ( hit- ka- Ptah ), the Greek name of Egypt ( Aigyptos ) ( Ai- gy- ptos ) was derived.
Memphis is the Greek name of the Egyptian name (min–nfr), is today called Mit Rahina. In 2925 BC, King Menes, the first king of both upper and lower Egypt, established the first united government of Egypt in Memphis. On this day trip from Suez Port, you will visit the open-air museum of Memphis, which, amongst other artifacts, exhibits a colossus of Ramses II.
When your shore excursion in Egypt is over, your driver will take you back to the hotel so you can check out and go to the airport to catch your flight home.
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Participating in multiple shore excursions from Egypt Port can be fun and educational at the same time. You manage to see some of the most amazing sights, such as the Pyramids, temples, and vibrant local marketplaces, and sample the most amazing culture and beautiful scenery ever.
When you are going on Egypt shore excursions there are many interesting sites to see including the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx as well as the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Other than that, one can visit temples and tombs in Luxor, ancient ruins in Alexandria, or relax under the Red Sea in Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh with beautiful coral reefs and lively sea creatures.
Egypt has several significant ports, the more important ones are Alexandria, Port Said, Suez, Safaga, and Hurghada. These ports handle both commercial vessels and cruises in Egypt port, creating a connection of different regions and places of interest all over the country.
Indeed, going on trips to Egypt and engaging in activities such as Shore Excursions is rather safe, mainly if they are ordered from reliable travel agencies like Happy Egypt. Excursions and day trips from Egypt port are very well arranged with the help of our local guides, who not only maintain order but also elaborate more on the sites. It is advisable to adhere to the local rules and regulations and stay within one’s group during the trips.
Yes, Tiran Island is available with Happy Egypt, you can go to Tiran Island from Sharm El Sheikh shore excursions. You can tour there and be ready for wonderful activities such as snorkeling, and diving, or going on a yacht. This tour is available with 95$
If you are coming for the first time, we encourage you to try our guide to Alexandria Port or Port Said to Cairo. Egypt classic tour also includes the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum giving a concentrated view of the history of the country in a matter of few hours. For our Luxor shore excursions, for passengers arriving at Safaga Port, there is the Valley of Kings, the Karnak temple, and other important Nile sights.
Yes, all our Egypt shore excursions are flexible depending on your time, our interests, and preferences as well. Whether you would like to enjoy a leisurely day including ample time for photography and shopping or a packed day jam-packed with historical site visiting, we can always personalize any tour to best meet your needs while in Egypt.
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