Great Full Day Tour to Pyramids & papyrus institute From Sokhna Port

Our tour leader will welcome you, then he will pick you up from Sokhna Port and transfer you to Cairo in a comfy and air-conditioned car First, we will visit the Giza pyramids. The first pyramid ever built in Egypt. It was made from stacked mastabas (flat tombs). The pyramids align perfectly with the cardinal directions. The pharaoh's scientists found no mummies inside the Giza pyramids. They are some of the most famous monuments in the world. They were built over 4,500 years ago and are still an amazing sight today. We'll take you right up close so you can see them in all their glory as part of this incredible Egypt tour.

Then, we will go to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. It is Stood at the mouth of the Nile Delta. It was a center of politics, religion, and trade. Dedicated to the god Ptah, creator god and patron of craftsmen. Today, it is introduced as a gorgeous archaeological site with scattered remains of temples, palaces, and statues. As part of this exclusive Egypt shore excursion, the tour guide will help you uncover the stories behind this historic location.

After that, the tour continues with a most beautiful look at papyrus, the handmade material used by ancient Egyptians to document knowledge, daily life, and spiritual beliefs. It was a powerful symbol during the time of the pharaohs, used to express how they were committed to their gods and goddesses. This cultural aspect is part of your unique shore excursion from Sokhna Port to the Pyramids & Papyrus Institute.

Next, you’ll explore the significant necropolis of Saqqara, home to thousands of tombs and ancient structures. Here stands the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, considered the oldest stone pyramid in the world. This stop on your Sokhna shore excursion offers an incredible experience into early Egyptian innovation and architecture.

Then, it would be the Papyrus Institute. This place offers live demos of how papyrus is made from the stalk to the sheet. It shows certified papyrus artworks depicting ancient Egyptian scenes. You will see and discover how papyrus is still made and learn about its importance in the lives of ancient Egyptians. There will also be an optional lunch that will be enjoyed before heading back to Sokhna Port.

You even have the chance to make your papyrus book! Cruise passengers looking for a highly rated Egypt shore excursion from Sokhna will love this carefully planned Egypt tour, which blends education, culture, and breathtaking sites.