Saqqara Half-Day Tour: Serapeum, Maya and Horemheb Tombs

Highlights & Attractions

Itinerary

1. 01

   Tomb Of King Tutankhamun's Nurse.

   A detailed tour to Saqqara’s hidden archaeological treasures offers an extraordinary opportunity to explore some of the most unique and lesser visited monuments of ancient Egypt. Your journey begins with a visit to the Tomb of Maia, the nurse and wet nurse of King Tutankhamun, one of the most important royal figures associated with the young pharaoh’s upbringing. The tomb features beautifully preserved reliefs and inscriptions that provide valuable insight into elite life during the late 18th Dynasty.
2. 02

   Hor Moheb Tomb.

   Continue to the magnificent Tomb of Horemheb, one of the finest New Kingdom tombs in Saqqara, belonging to the military commander who later became Pharaoh Horemheb. The tomb is renowned for its exceptional wall carvings, detailed reliefs, and vivid scenes depicting military processions, religious rituals, and daily life in ancient Egypt.
3. 03

   El-Serapeum Temple.

   The tour then proceeds to the mysterious Serapeum of Saqqara, the vast underground necropolis dedicated to the sacred Apis bulls, revered as living manifestations of the god Ptah. Descend into the atmospheric subterranean galleries to witness the enormous granite sarcophagi, each weighing many tons, which housed the mummified remains of these sacred animals. Throughout the excursion, your guide will reveal the religious significance, historical context, and archaeological importance of each site, making this a remarkable experience for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of Egypt’s rich and lesser-known heritage before returning to your hotel.

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