Pickup
Your private Egyptologist and driver will meet you at your hotel, pickup location in Cairo or Giza. Travel south in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle toward the ancient pyramid fields.
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Private Day Tour
Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Tour
Duration
Full Day · 8 hrs
Tour Type
Private Tour
Pickup
Included
Availability
Daily
Languages
Multiple Languages
Tour Overview
Discover the origins of pyramid building at Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur with your private Egyptologist guide.
Go beyond the famous pyramids of Giza and discover where Egypt's pyramid story began. On this private full-day Cairo tour, travel south of the city with your own Egyptologist to explore Saqqara, the ancient capital of Memphis and the remarkable pyramids of Dahshur. Begin at Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of the earliest monumental stone structures in ancient Egypt. Learn how Egyptian architects experimented with pyramid design and how the vast necropolis developed over thousands of years.
Continue to Memphis, the ancient capital of unified Egypt, where you can see the colossal reclining statue of Ramses II and other remains of this once-powerful city. Finish at Dahshur, where the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid reveal important stages in the evolution from early stepped designs to the smooth-sided pyramids that became the symbol of ancient Egypt. With private transportation, a licensed Egyptologist, entrance fees, bottled water and door-to-door pickup and drop-off included, this experience offers a deeper look at the origins and evolution of pyramid building.
Tour Highlights
- Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
- Saqqara archaeological complex
- Ancient capital of Memphis
- Colossus of Ramses II
- Memphis open-air museum
- Bent Pyramid of Dahshur
- Red Pyramid of Dahshur
- Private licensed Egyptologist
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Photo opportunities
Tour Itinerary
Saqqara
Begin your archaeological journey at Saqqara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. Explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser and learn how pyramid architecture developed from earlier royal burial structures into the monumental form that later reached its peak at Giza. Your Egyptologist will explain the history of the pyramid complex and the role Saqqara played throughout ancient Egyptian history.
Memphis
Continue to ancient Memphis, one of the most important cities in ancient Egypt and the historic capital of a unified Egypt. Visit the Memphis open-air museum and see the monumental reclining statue of Ramses II, along with other surviving artifacts from the ancient city.
Lunch / Refreshment Stop
Enjoy a relaxed break for lunch or refreshments at a local restaurant before continuing to Dahshur.
Dahshur
Continue to Dahshur, an important royal necropolis south of Cairo and one of the best places to understand how pyramid design evolved. See the Bent Pyramid, an extraordinary example of an early attempt to create a smooth-sided pyramid, and continue to the Red Pyramid, one of the earliest successful true pyramids.
Return to Cairo
After completing your sightseeing, relax in your private vehicle as your driver returns you to your hotel, Nile cruise dock or agreed drop-off location.
What's Included
Included
- Licensed Egyptologist Tour guide
- Entrance fees to Saqqara
- Entrance fees to Memphis
- Entrance fees to Dahshur
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
- Private Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Bottled Water
- Taxes & Service Charges
- Lunch
Not Included
- Entry inside pyramids or special tombs where a separate ticket applies
- Serapeum supplementary ticket if required
- Personal Expenses
- Tips
- Anything not mentioned above
Meeting & Pickup
- Pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Cairo.
- Your private Egyptologist and driver meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time.
- Door-to-door drop-off at the end of the tour.
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothing (shoulders covered for temples)
- A refillable water bottle
- Camera (photography permits payable on site where required)
Important Information
- Private tour — operated exclusively for your party.
- Confirmation is provided within a few hours of booking.
- Suitable for most travelers; please advise us of any mobility needs in advance.
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions without prior consultation.
- Some sites include stairs, uneven ground and limited shade.
- Photography rules vary by site; your guide will advise on the day.
Tour Policies
Children under 3 years: Free of charge Children from 3 to 5 years: 25% of the selected adult price Children from 6 to 11 years: 50% of the selected adult price Children aged 12 years and above: Adult price
Pay on the day of your tour. Cash and credit card accepted. No advance payment required — reserve now and pay on your tour date.
All prices are shown in USD. Prices may vary during peak travel periods including Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays.
FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Tour.
Yes. The tour is exclusively for your party with your own Egyptologist, private driver and private air-conditioned vehicle.
The main highlight is the Step Pyramid of Djoser and its surrounding archaeological complex. Depending on your interests and site conditions, additional tombs or areas can be visited where available.
Dahshur is particularly important for understanding the development of pyramid architecture. The Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid show important stages in the transition toward the classic smooth-sided pyramid.
Yes. The tour includes a visit to the Memphis archaeological area and museum, including the famous colossal statue of Ramses II.
Interior access can depend on official site regulations and ticket availability. If a separate ticket is required, your guide will explain the option before you purchase it.
The standard tour covers the listed main sites. If you wish to visit an area requiring a supplementary ticket, we will explain the additional cost before proceeding.
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