Memphis Saqqara and Dahshur Private Tour from Port Said

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

Embark on a captivating journey with a NASCO Tours representative from Port Said to Cairo and explore the marvels of ancient Egypt. Your adventure begins with a drive to Cairo, where you will visit Sakkara and marvel at the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the oldest stone structure in the world. Next, travel to Memphis, the first capital of Egypt, to see the impressive statue of Ramses II and other artifacts from Egypt’s past. Your adventure concludes with a return to your ship, leaving you with memories of Egypt's wonders.

What's Included

Greek - French - English speaking assistant
Air Conditioned Vehicle
A Specialized Guide
All Taxes and Fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will send you your driver’s name, contact number, and vehicle license plate details prior to your transfer. Upon arrival, simply look for your designated vehicle, or contact your driver directly if needed.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Depart from Port Said, head to Cairo

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mit Rahina Museum

    Explore the Mit Rahina Museum to see the ruins of Memphis, Egypt's first capital. The star attraction is a colossal, 10-meter-long limestone statue of Ramses II displayed in a specialized indoor gallery. Outside, the garden features an 80-ton Alabaster Sphinx and various granite artifacts from the Temple of Ptah.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Saqqara

    Explore Saqqara’s desert silence, far from Giza's crowds. Walk through stone columns into a courtyard to face the world's first pyramid. Descend into its 28-meter shaft to see the pharaoh’s granite tomb

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Explore Dahshur to witness the evolution of pyramid building in a peaceful, crowd-free desert. The site features the Bent Pyramid, famous for its unique silhouette caused by an emergency angle change during construction, and the Red Pyramid, which was the world's first successful smooth-sided pyramid. You can descend into the steep, narrow tunnels of both to explore their high, corbelled burial chambers.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by NORTH AFRICAN SHIPPING AND TOURISM COMPANY (NASCO TOURS)

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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