Private Tour: Saqqara, Dahshur & Memphis with Egyptologist

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Cairo, Egypt

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5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Escape the crowds and discover the true origins of Egyptian pyramid building on a private day tour to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis.
Saqqara: Marvel at the iconic Step Pyramid of Djoser—the world's oldest monumental stone architecture—and explore beautifully decorated noble tombs.
Dahshur: Step inside the unique Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid, built by King Sneferu, offering an immersive underground experience with far fewer tourists.
Memphis: Visit the open-air museum of Egypt's ancient first capital and stand before the magnificent colossal statue of Ramses II.
Why Choose This Tour?
Enjoy seamless door-to-door private transfers in a modern A/C vehicle and expert insights from your dedicated Egyptologist guide—fully personalized to your pace.

What's Included

Complimentary bottled water throughout the tour
Licensed Egyptologist professional tour guide
Skip-the-line entrance tickets to all mentioned archaeological sites
Private round-trip door-to-door transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
All local taxes, fuel surcharges, and service fees
Gratuities & Tipping (recommended for guide and driver)
Personal expenses, snacks, or drinks not mentioned
Additional pickup/drop-off fee for locations outside Cairo & Giza city limits

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup service is available from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza. The long-range pickup service from Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, or 6th of October is available to book in the checkout process as an 'Add-on'. You will be contacted via WhatsApp, email, or phone the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time.

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Meeting point

Tahrir Square in downtown in front of KFC

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
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    Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids

    Description: Explore Saqqara, home to the world's oldest monumental stone building, the Step Pyramid of Djoser. Walk through the ancient funerary complex with your expert guide and visit neighboring royal tombs featuring remarkably preserved wall reliefs.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
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    Pyramids of Dahshour

    Description: Discover the peaceful pyramid field of Dahshur. Marvel at the engineering evolution of the Bent Pyramid and enter the interior chamber of the Red Pyramid—one of Egypt’s first successful smooth-sided pyramids—away from the main tourist crowds.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Mit Rahina Museum

    Description: Visit the open-air museum of Memphis, the legendary first capital of unified Ancient Egypt. Stand in awe before the majestic colossal statue of King Ramses II and admire the grand Alabaster Sphinx.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Egyptravel Tours

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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Archaeology Tours
Classic Car Tours
Limousine Tours
Luxury Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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