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6 Hours Half Day Tour to Sakkara and Memphis and Dahshur

★4.6(527 reviews)Cairo6 hoursPickup availableFree cancellation
6 Hours Half Day Tour to Sakkara and Memphis and Dahshur
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Overview

Embark on a captivating 6-hour half day tour to explore the ancient wonders of Sakkara, Memphis, and Dahshur. Visit the iconic pyramids and monuments that have stood the test of time, immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of Egypt. delve into the mysteries of these archaeological sites and gain a deeper understanding of their significance. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of Sakkara, Memphis, and Dahshur in just half a day.

What you'll see

  1. Cairo
    30 minutes

    starts At 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By guide to Start your full day tour

  2. Memphis and Sakkara
    30 minutes

    Then visit Memphis the oldest capital of ancient Egypt where you see the laying down statue of King Ramses the second which made out of one piece of limestone weighted 120 tons the visit the alabaster statue of the Sphinx which weighted 80 tons and there are other artifacts displayed within the same area.

  3. Saqqara Pyramid
    1 hour

    visiting Sakkara Pyramid, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for king Zoser), it is considered an important part of the process of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form.

  4. 30 minutes

    Then Visit Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx are. this City Dates back to 3100 B.C.

  5. 1 hour

    Then Visit Dahshur Pyramids (Bent & Red Pyramids).Dahshur area is a royal necropolis located in the desert on the West Bank of the Nile approximately 40 kilometers (25 mi) south of Cairo. It is known chiefly for several Pyramids, two of which are Among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613–2589 BCE.

  6. Pyramid of Teti
    30 minutes

    The Pyramid of Teti, located in Saqqara, Egypt, is a captivating ancient structure built as the final resting place for Pharaoh Teti. Standing as a testament to the ingenuity and architectural prowess of the Old Kingdom, this pyramid attracts visitors from around the world with its impressive size and historical significance. Explore the chambers and corridors of this pyramid to uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic landmark.

  7. Pyramid of Unas
    30 minutes

    Enhance your home decor with the magnificent Pyramid of Unas replica. This stunning piece features intricate detailing and a striking design that will add a touch of ancient Egyptian elegance to any room. Crafted with quality materials, this pyramid is a perfect addition to any collector's display or history enthusiast's collection. Bring a piece of ancient history into your home with the Pyramid of Unas.

  8. Mastaba of Ti
    30 minutes

    The Mastaba of Ti is one of the most important archaeological sites of Saqqara. The mastaba was discovered by Auguste Mariette. The mastaba contains two serdabs. The walls of the tomb show various scenes of everyday life.

  9. Cairo
    1 hour

    At the end of the Tour around 13:00 pm you will be transferred back to your Hotel.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) ( If Option Selected )
  • guide on site ( If Option Selected )
  • Entry Fees ( If Option Selected )
  • Bottle of water

Not included

  • Tipping
  • Personal Items

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entry fees includes basic area only
  • Enjoy tour with 20-minute stops at each location: explore natural oils and soft Egyptian cotton at Paradise Perfumes & Flower Cotton, watch papyrus making and view traditional artwork at Key of Life Papyrus, and see skilled artisans hand-weaving rugs at local school Handmade Carpets. enjoy government stops where to find high quality souvenirs granteed by Egyptian government

Cancellation policy

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

Traveller reviews

4.6★527 reviews

Entry ticket a con for Saqqara

So after a guided tour the previous day to the Giza pyramids, museum, and stop off at papyrus place, perfume and gift shop we decided to just book a driver to see Memphis, Dahshur and Sakkara and do it ourselves. Mohamed was an excellent safe driver and my rating is not for him as he was excellent and all was good until Sakkara. The tickets listed outside mention several tombs but was told all inclusive was for everything 900 - so were extremely disappointed when entering the pyramid to be told our tickets didn’t include that it was an additional charge of 440 for the 2 of us to go inside. We’d come this far and in the grand scheme of things just decided to pay the additional however were told they would not accept cash and we needed to get a ticket which was back at the beginning best part of a 20 minute walk- which when it was 33 degree heat something we were not prepared to do. I found it totally ironic that they accept any currency in Egypt even beg for money in the toilet so you can get a piece of toilet tissue and yet won’t accept cash to see inside the pyramid- or have tickets based at the entrance- no pricing is transparent and it’s all a con. A real shame as the driver was excellent so please ensure you get the correct ticket and don’t get caught out. These pyramids are nicer than the commercial Giza ones, where it’s just like a market and you are constantly bonbarded with requests for camel or horse rides on these very poor and sad looking animals- it’s Egypt way of life I was just a little shocked to see it all.

amanda_b · Mar 2024 · via Viator

Think twice before booking. Spend the extra $$ for other tours

At first, the trip was going well. Don’t get me wrong, you’re paying for a $40 dollar tour so you’ll get what you paid for. However, things started getting weird when her “card didn’t work” and asked us for payment method. Even tho, the post of the tour states the admission fees were already taken care at booking. It’s very uncomfortable handing over a card to the tour guide then standing in line with her…. Like, I could’ve just did it myself. So I decided to read the reviews of this tour while I was on the tour (which I should’ve done beforehand.) YES she took us to a carpet making class to see little homeless kids make carpets and then be hustled to sales pitch with a “free drink” and a sales guy that doesn’t understand NO we are on a tour for Pyramids. Also, the tour guide didn’t even explain anything new, just read off the signs, she kept repeating the same things over and over again. She was becoming more and more annoyed. “I told you already.” Lastly, we had to make a pit stop to get her a minutes cards for her phone. All very unprofessional. But again, it’s a $40 dollar tour. ALSO, TAKE SMALL BILLS EVERYWHERE YOU GO. Do not trust anyone.

Rosario_L · Mar 2024 · via Viator

100% Must Do Tour

10/10 experience! Sayed Mahmoud was the best guide and Ahmed the best driver! The friendliness and expertise of Sayed and careful driving of Ahmed made for a perfect experience! Highly recommend!

Roving20036915788 · Mar 2024 · via Tripadvisor

Farid travels there again.

Skilled and very helpful guide. well planned tour and very service oriented. A lot of cultural-historical buildings and writings and statues that are priceless. it takes more than a week to have time to see and digest everything.

faridd822 · Mar 2024 · via Tripadvisor · Translated

Thank you Muhammad

A good half-day trip. Muhammad, the tour guide, explained everything in details, and he was willing to exchange ideas with me on many questions. A good experience!

Gong_C · Mar 2024 · via Viator

Great experience with a nice lunch at the end

Mahmoud our tour guide was very nice and took good care of us. The driver was very careful and we felt very safe too. Mahmoud explained everything nicely and gave us time to explore on our own too. We then went to a lovely local restaurant that had great food. Our friends who bought the same tour didn't have the same experience and were taken to another restaurant that wasn't very good. We asked the guides to take us in the restaurant but that didn't happen. That was disappointing...

Viktoria_A · Mar 2024 · via Viator

Average tour, average tour guide, average lunch

We visited Sakkara, Memphis open air museum and Dahshur as promised. Unfortunately we have been separated from our hotel friends with whom we have booked this tour and despite the negotiations that at least have the lunch together, it has not happened. The lunch was average and we had to pay for the water at the restaurant. It was good that we were able to skip the carpet factory. We were not able to enter the Sakkara step pyramid as it was not included in the price despite it was said that all entrance tickets are included. Jasmine, our tour guide, gave a short description on every sites, but when we asked her any additional questions then she mostly repeated what she said before.

Krisztian_K · Mar 2024 · via Viator

Must go!

All was more than perfect, Sakkara is my favourite! Guide Lulu was more than great! We were happy to meet her🙏🙏 Thanks again!

Sandi_V · Mar 2024 · via Viator

Buena experiencia

Buena experiencia. La guía Ridwan muy maja todo el tiempo. Es una visita recomendaba, además las horas de visitas fueron perfectas ya que en algún momento estábamos casi sólos en las pirámides y muy tranquilos. Nosotros cogimos el tour con conductor y guía. Las entradas las fuimos pagando después (con tarjeta Revolut para pagar en moneda local) a medida que íbamos llegando a los sitios

JoseLuis_A · Feb 2024 · via Viator

Awesome.....said by a 4 year old!

The tour was amazing. Salwa is an incredible guide...so good with the kids and so passionate. Great value...9 people in all. Adel is a very reliable, safe driver and trustworthy. We will use them again.

John_K · Feb 2024 · via Viator

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