From Cairo: Half Day Sakkara New Discoveries Tour by Private Vehicle
CAIRO
Overview
A revealing half-day exploration into the newest archaeological discoveries at Sakkara, where ancient tombs, richly decorated chambers, and groundbreaking inscriptions unveil untold chapters of Old Kingdom history. This tour offers an exceptional glimpse into Egypt’s evolving archaeological story.
Highlights
- Private transfer to and from Sakkara
- Visit to the Pyramid of Unas
- Entry to the Tomb of Princess Idut
- Entry to the Tomb of Mereruka
- Exploration of the Serapeum of Sakkara
- Insight into recent archaeological findings
Detailed Itinerary
Pyramid of Unas
The tour begins with a visit to the Pyramid of Unas, built during the Fifth Dynasty. While modest in size, it holds immense significance as the first pyramid to feature Pyramid Texts. These inscriptions were carved onto the burial chamber walls to guide the king into the afterlife, marking a major development in ancient religious tradition.
Tomb of Princess Idut
You continue to the beautifully decorated Tomb of Princess Idut, where scenes of daily life, wildlife, and ritual activities remain preserved with impressive clarity. The reliefs, featuring hunters, fishermen, hippos, and crocodiles, reflect both artistic mastery and vivid documentation of the Old Kingdom environment.
Tomb of Mereruka
The tour proceeds to the expansive Tomb of Mereruka, one of the largest and most elaborate non-royal tombs ever discovered. Its thirty rooms, detailed wall scenes, and life-size statue of Mereruka highlight the wealth, rank, and ritual sophistication of a vizier serving under King Teti. Each chamber provides insight into social structure, craft industries, and ceremonial practices of the era.
The Serapeum of Sakkara
The final stop is the Serapeum, the burial site of the sacred Apis bulls associated with the god Ptah. Long corridors carved into the rock contain massive granite sarcophagi once holding mummified bulls, honored as divine beings. The site reflects religious evolution from the New Kingdom to the Ptolemaic period and preserves inscriptions documenting royal offerings and priestly rituals.
What's Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed professional guide
- Entry fees to all listed sites
What's Not Included
- Personal purchases
- Food or drinks
- Optional activities not mentioned
Know before you go
- •Duration: approximately 4 hours
- •Departure at 9:00 AM
- •Walking on uneven desert terrain
- •Respectful attire recommended for archaeological sites
- •Private transport allows flexibility and comfort
- •Multilingual guides available upon request
- •Itinerary may adjust based on archaeological access and conditions
What to bring
- •Comfortable walking shoes
- •Sun protection
- •Light daytime clothing
- •Camera
- •Water bottle
- •Passport or identification
Cancellation Policy
We strive to provide the best service to our customers and understand that circumstances may arise requiring a cancellation. The following conditions apply upon cancellation:
- Cancellation 72 hours or more before the scheduled trip/service time: The client is entitled to a full refund of the amount paid.
- Cancellation less than 72 hours before the scheduled trip/service time: In this case, no part of the amount paid will be refunded.
Important Notes:
- The cancellation period is calculated based on the date and time the formal cancellation request is received.
- The refund process may take a few business days to reflect in the client's account, depending on the bank or payment method used.
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