Saqqara is 25 km away from Cairo, the taxi trip takes about half an hour. During the journey you will have the opportunity to see many small towns. You should keep your eyes open, because I am sure local people will surprise you. You will see local women wearing their shopping baskets on their heads, peasants ploughing their lands with camels and donkeys, carts like the one in the photo, and many other picturesque sights.