Private Day Tour to Saqqara Memphis and Dahshur Pyramids

5.0 (17 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
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Duration6h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Private tour offers a fascinating journey beyond the famous Giza Plateau, taking you to Egypt’s oldest pyramids and first capital. It’s perfect for travelers seeking to explore the roots of pyramid-building without the crowds. With a dedicated Egyptologist guide, you’ll gain exclusive insight into the architectural evolution from the Step Pyramid at Saqqara to the smooth-sided masterpieces at Dahshur. Enjoy private, air-conditioned transport, flexible timing, and hotel pickup and drop-off for a smooth and personalized experience. The combination of Saqqara’s innovation, Memphis’s historical significance, and Dahshur’s unique pyramid designs makes this tour truly stand out—a journey through Egypt’s early ingenuity that shaped the world’s most iconic monuments.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • All taxes and service charges
  • Professional Egyptologist guide
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tipping
  • Entry fees to the mentioned sights are not included.also any non mentioned fees
  • Lunch and drinks and beverages are not included
  • For Spanish language tour guide 20 Us dollars extra fee for the whole tour

What to expect

  1. Cairo
    45m
    Uncover the origins of Egypt’s ancient architectural genius on this private full-day tour to Saqqara, Memphis, and Dahshur—three of the country’s most remarkable archaeological sites. Travel in comfort with your private Egyptologist guide in an air-conditioned vehicle, exploring the lesser-crowded yet equally fascinating wonders of ancient Egypt.
  2. Saqqara Pyramid
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Begin your journey at Saqqara, the vast necropolis of the Old Kingdom, home to the world’s first pyramid—the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, designed by the legendary architect Imhotep. Learn about how this revolutionary monument set the foundation for all later pyramids.and then visit the pyramid of King unas this unique pyramid had for the first time in ancient Egypt verses from the book of the dead carved on the walls of the pyramid .then move to check the mastaba of princess idut with its beautiful daily life scenes depicted on the walls of the tomb
  3. Memphis and Sakkara
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Continue to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, founded around 3100 BC by King Menes. Stroll through its open-air museum to admire impressive statues, including the colossal limestone figure of Ramses II and the beautifully preserved Alabaster Sphinx.
  4. Dahshur lake
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Next, head to Dahshur, an archaeological treasure often overlooked by travelers. Here, you’ll marvel at the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, built by Pharaoh Sneferu, the father of Khufu. These stunning structures mark the evolution of pyramid construction leading up to the Great Pyramids of Giza.
  5. Cairo
    45m
    Returning comfortably to your hotel. Throughout your tour, enjoy expert explanations, historical insights, and photo stops at every site. With personalized attention, flexible pacing, and private transport, this day offers a deep and authentic connection to Egypt’s earliest dynastic history

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from all Cairo and Giza hotels, or any preferred location. except places near Cairo airport and Cairo airport and Nasr city and 6 of October city requires extra fees
From Cairo airport 30 dollars per head for other mentioned places 20 us dollars per head.guests will be dropped off at their chosen destination.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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