Egypt’s Most Exclusive Pyramids-Only Access Expedition
A limited-capacity, pyramids-only expedition hosted by History for Granite and Anyextee, offering an unprecedented scope and concentration of private interior access to restricted Old Kingdom pyramids—far beyond standard Egypt tours.
Capacity is intentionally limited to preserve access, timing, and on-site control.
October 14–21, 2026 | 8 Days / 7 Nights
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Why This Tour Is Different
Pyramid-dominant by design
Built around Egypt’s most important pyramid complexes, with a strong emphasis on the Old Kingdom rather than a general highlights tour.
Private Access-first, not attraction-based
The itinerary is shaped by private and restricted access, including rare interior entry and visits to sites not accessible to standard tour groups.
Expert-led perspective
Hosted by History for Granite (Douglas Rennie) and led on the ground by Anyextee, combining deep analytical research with real-time field leadership.
High-intensity pyramid marathon
A private-access deep dive for pyramid lovers, covering 15+ pyramids when most visitors see only three—hitting nearly every major Old Kingdom pyramid site with rare interior entry and over a dozen special-permission permits not available on standard Egypt tours.
Limited-capacity by necessity
Participation is intentionally capped to preserve access permissions, pacing, and on-site quality.
This is not a sightseeing tour — it’s a high-intensity pyramid expedition built around access, depth, and sustained exploration. What follows is a journey few people ever get to experience.
Overview & Date
This is an elite itinerary — a private-access pyramid marathon for people who want to go all the way in. Not just the famous sites, but the full pyramid landscape, experienced up close over consecutive days, with access most tours will never touch.
Simply put, no one else is doing this.
This is not a general Egypt tour. It’s a research-level field expedition built around special-permission access to pyramids and restricted sites normally reserved for archaeologists and official teams. Interior entry where permitted. Rare exterior access where sites are usually closed. No staged walk-throughs. No public routes.
Hosted by History for Granite (Douglas Rennie) alongside Anyextee, the expedition follows the evolution of pyramid construction from early experiments to the Fourth Dynasty apex and beyond. You’re not just visiting sites — you’re comparing them in real time.
There is no cruise. No shopping stops. No filler days. The focus is relentless and intentional, spanning Saqqara, Abusir, Abu Rawash, Dahshur, the Fayoum, and Giza — including pyramids most visitors never see, let alone enter.
Midway through, the pace shifts with a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, newly opened to the public. This break provides essential context, connecting field observations with original Old Kingdom artifacts.
Because of the access and coordination involved, participation is intentionally limited.
This is a one-off configuration — a high-intensity pyramid marathon designed for people who want depth, not distance.
October 14 – 21, 2026
HISTORY FOR GRANITE PYRAMIDS EXPEDITION (8 DAYS)
Expedition Hosts
Douglas Rennie — History for GRANITE
Douglas Rennie is the creator of History for Granite, a widely popular YouTube channel known for its intense focus on the fine architectural and construction details of Egypt’s Old Kingdom pyramids. His work stands out for identifying patterns, anomalies, and design features often overlooked—or dismissed—within conventional Egyptological narratives.
As host, he brings a sharp, detail-driven perspective that helps participants notice what others miss and place on-site observations into a broader analytical framework.
Doug conceived this expedition as a way to move beyond video analysis and examine the pyramids firsthand — inside the structures themselves. He will lead the technical and analytical discussions throughout the expedition.
Anyextee — Adept Expeditions
Anyextee is the founder of Adept Expeditions, an independent researcher, and an experienced expedition leader specializing in Egypt. He is responsible for securing rare access permissions and coordinating operations within restricted archaeological zones, and his fieldwork and on-site documentation have been featured on the History for Granite YouTube channel.
On this expedition, Anyextee serves as co-host and on-the-ground leader, overseeing access, logistics, and safety while contributing broader historical context and synthesis during site visits.
Who This Expedition Is For — And Who It’s Not
This Expedition Is For You If…
You’re excited by depth, focus, and sustained exploration, not quick highlights.
You want to experience Egypt’s pyramids as a connected architectural story, not isolated photo stops.
You value access, context, and firsthand investigation over comfort-driven pacing.
You enjoy asking questions, comparing sites, and thinking critically about what you’re seeing.
You’re comfortable with a high-intensity itinerary designed around immersion rather than relaxation.
You’re drawn to experiences that are rare, purposeful, and not designed for mass tourism.
This Expedition Is Probably Not for You If…
You’re looking for a relaxed sightseeing vacation with lots of downtime.
You prefer cruises, shopping stops, resorts, or a broad overview of Egypt’s highlights.
You want a trip that prioritizes comfort and leisure over depth and inquiry.
Your interest is limited to only the most famous pyramids at Giza.
You prefer scripted narratives and fixed answers over open questions and evidence.
You’re seeking a general holiday rather than a demanding, focused expedition.
What This Expedition Delivers
Private & Restricted Access
An unprecedented concentration of private and restricted access to Egypt’s pyramid sites, including interior entry where permitted and guided access to locations normally closed or unavailable on standard Egypt tours. Access is permission-based, coordinated site by site, and structured into a single, tightly managed expedition.
Depth of Expertise
Co-hosted with History for Granite (Douglas Rennie) and led on the ground by Anyextee, combining deep analytical research with real-time field leadership. Participants benefit from both rigorous study and firsthand, on-site interpretation.
Focused Pace & Controlled Scale
Extended time at key sites, fewer daily stops, and a deliberately limited participant capacity to preserve access, pacing, and on-site control. This structure allows for sustained observation, comparison, and discussion rather than rushed sightseeing.
Research-Level Framing
Designed as a field expedition rather than a sightseeing tour, the journey is framed around architectural analysis, construction detail, and unresolved questions surrounding pyramid development. Emphasis is placed on evidence, comparison, and firsthand observation—not scripted narratives or surface explanations.
Pricing
Initial Deposit
$1,895 USD — required to reserve your place
Expedition Price
$10,995 USD per person (based on double occupancy)
If you’re traveling solo, we can endeavor to pair you with another participant when possible. If you prefer a private room for the duration of the expedition, the following option is available:
Private Room Upgrade (Optional)
$1,605 USD
Important Pricing Notes
Tour prices may increase as the departure date approaches. Once your deposit is received, your rate is locked in and guaranteed, even if prices rise later.
If you add a travel companion after submitting your deposit, their rate will be based on the current price at the time of registration, which may be higher. Prices are subject to change until a deposit is received.
Booking
This elite itinerary is limited to a single bus load.
A previous expedition co-hosted with History for Granite sold out…
Tour Options:
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ONE-TIME PAYMENT (Single payment for the full expedition)
$10,995.00Add to cartPay for the Egypt Pyramids Expedition in one single transaction. This option covers the full cost of the expedition with no additional tour payments required.
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INITIAL DEPOSIT (Reserve your place)
$1,895.00Add to cartSecure your place on the Egypt Pyramids Expedition with a non-refundable deposit. This deposit reserves your spot pending final balance payment.
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PRIVATE ROOM UPGRADE (Solo traveler add-on)
$1,605.00Add to cartUpgrade to a private hotel room for the duration of the Egypt Pyramids Expedition. Designed for solo travelers who prefer single occupancy.
day-by-day itinerary
DAY
1
Day 1
October 14
Arrival in Cairo, Egypt
Reception at Cairo International Airport (CAI) followed by a private transfer to your hotel, where you’ll have time to settle in, recover from your travels, and begin acclimating to Egypt. This hotel will serve as basecamp for our entire Pyramids Expedition, providing a comfortable and consistent hub as we move in and out of Egypt’s most important Pyramid sites over the coming days.
In the evening, we’ll gather for a welcome briefing with History for Granite, where the objectives of the expedition will be outlined and the historical, architectural, and engineering questions we’ll be exploring at the pyramids are introduced.
Overnight: Steigenberger Hotel
DAY
2
Day 2
October 15
Saqqara & Abu Sir
Today is dedicated to rare, permit-only access to key Old Kingdom sites beyond the standard routes. On-site discussion and interpretation are led by History for Granite, with a focus on stonework, layout, and architectural evolution.
At Saqqara, we enter the interiors of the Sekhemkhet Pyramid and Userkaf Pyramid under VIP, permit-only access, granting entry to two pyramids normally restricted to the general public. Inside, we examine early pyramid construction methods and transitional design elements that laid the groundwork for the later masterpieces at Giza.
We then continue to Abusir for private VIP access to the Userkaf Sun Temple area, central to understanding 5th Dynasty solar ideology.
The Sahure Pyramid will be added pending final permit approval.
Neferefre Pyramid will be added pending final permit approval.
Overnight: Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY
3
Day 3
October 16
South Saqqara
Today focuses on South Saqqara, an area rarely visited in depth and critical for understanding the evolution of royal tomb architecture.
We explore the Djoser South Mastaba Tomb, examining its relationship to the Step Pyramid complex and its role in early royal funerary design.
Pending final permit approvals, additional access may include the Merenre Pyramid, Shepseskaf Mastaba, and the Djedkare Isesi Pyramid, offering deeper insight into the transitional phase between pyramid and mastaba traditions.
This day emphasizes close observation, on-site discussion, and contextual analysis rather than surface-level touring.
Overnight: Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY
4
Day 4
October 17
Saqqara & Dahshur
We return to Saqqara for a concentrated day inside some of Egypt’s most important royal monuments. Visits include the Pyramid of Unas, the Djoser Step Pyramid (southern entrance), and the Pyramid of Teti, allowing close comparison of evolving interior layouts, texts, and construction methods.
The Menkauhor Pyramid may be added pending permit approval.
In the afternoon, we travel south to Dahshur, entering the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid, followed by private interior access to the Black Pyramid—a rare opportunity to study pyramid design firsthand.
Return to the hotel in the evening for rest and discussion.
Overnight: Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY
5
Day 5
October 18
Abu Rawash & Grand Egyptian Museum
Today begins with private, permit-only access to Abu Rawash, a site forbidden to general tourists and rarely visited even by seasoned Egypt travelers. Here we examine one of the most enigmatic royal pyramid complexes, far removed from crowds and modern intrusion.
In the afternoon, we break the rhythm of pyramid exploration with a visit to the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). This state-of-the-art museum provides essential context for what we’ve been studying in the field, allowing us to connect architecture, artifacts, and chronology in one place.
Overnight: Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY
6
Day 6
October 19
Fayoum
We begin at Meidum, examining one of Egypt’s most debated pyramid sites and its pivotal place in the transition toward true pyramid construction.
From there, we continue to Lisht, the royal necropolis of the early Middle Kingdom, with exterior visits to the Pyramid of Amenemhat I and the Pyramid of Senusret I, offering insight into how pyramid building was revived and reinterpreted after the Old Kingdom.
The Hawara Pyramid may be added pending permit approval.
Return to Cairo in the evening.
Overnight: Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY
7
Day 7
October 20
Giza Plateau
This day serves as the culmination of the entire expedition.
With unprecedented private access on the Giza Plateau, we enter monuments normally restricted or heavily limited, experiencing them in a way few ever will. The day includes an interior visit to the Menkaure Pyramid, private interior access to the Khafre Pyramid, and the ultimate highlight—exclusive private access to the Great Pyramid of Khufu.
Inside the Great Pyramid, we explore all three chambers:
- King’s Chamber
- Queen’s Chamber
- Subterranean Chamber
We explore with time for quiet observation, discussion, and reflection inside the most iconic structure ever built.
This is not just a site visit—it is the culmination of everything explored throughout the journey, bringing architectural evolution, engineering mastery, and historical context together in one final, unforgettable experience.
Overnight: Steigenberger Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY
8
Day 8
October 21
Departures
After breakfast, private transfers to Cairo International Airport (CAI) for onward departures.
As the expedition comes to a close, we leave not just with photographs, but with a deeper, evidence-based understanding of Egypt’s pyramids—grounded in firsthand access, careful observation, and serious inquiry. And above all, remember to ask your friends if they take their history for granite.
Meals Included: breakfast
What's Included
What’s Included
✔ Pyramid expedition co-hosted with History for Granite and led by Anyextee
✔ 8-day / 7-night high-intensity pyramid expedition
✔ 7 nights at a luxury hotel in the Giza pyramids area
✔ All special permissions and private-access permits required for restricted sites
✔ Access to restricted and seldom-visited pyramid sites rarely open to the public
✔ Guided visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
✔ Private airport transfers to and from Cairo International Airport (CAI)
✔ All in-country transportation via private, air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Entrance fees to all scheduled archaeological sites
✔ Private, English-speaking guide throughout the expedition
✔ Daily breakfast buffet
✔ Lunch included on Day 4
✔ All tipping included
What’s Not Included
❌ International flights to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
❌ Egypt entry visa (assistance available on arrival through our local representative)
❌ Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
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