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Saqqara , Memphis and Dahsur Day Tour

★4.9(560 reviews)CairoFull dayPickup availableFree cancellation
Saqqara , Memphis and Dahsur Day Tour
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Overview

The tourists choosed this tour because : Historical Significance Memphis: The first capital of ancient Egypt; home to the colossal statue of Ramses II and other impressive artifacts. Saqqara: Site of the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in Egypt, showing the earliest development of pyramid construction. Dahshur: Features the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid, showing the evolution to the smooth-sided pyramid that led to the Great Pyramid of Giza.

What you'll see

  1. Saqqara Pyramid
    2 hours

    Saqqara: The Birthplace of Pyramid Building Site of the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the first pyramid ever built (c. 2700 BCE). Features tombs with vivid wall carvings, older than those at Giza. Offers a quieter, more atmospheric experience compared to crowded Giza You will see the oldest stone and oldest Full Complex of King Djoser Also in saqqara have many pyramids Like pyramid of Userkab 5 dynasty Pyramid of Unas the end of 5 dynasty Pyramid of Teti 6 dynasty

  2. Mit Rahina Museum
    2 hours

    Memphis: The Ancient Capital First capital of unified Egypt (c. 3100 BCE). There the Colossus statue of Ramses II the weight of statue 65 tons Home to open-air museum with statues of Ramses II, Alabaster Sphinx, and other artifacts. Gives insight into Egypt’s political and religious origins.

  3. Pyramids of Dahshour
    2 hours

    Dahshur Pyramids 40 km south of Cairo, Egypt. Importance: Key site in the development of pyramid architecture. 1. Bent Pyramid – Built by Sneferu; has a unique bent shape due to a change in angle during construction. 2. Red Pyramid – Also by Sneferu; Egypt’s first true smooth-sided pyramid. 3. Black Pyramid – Built by Amenemhat III; now mostly in ruins due to poor materials. Historical Significance: Shows the transition from step to smooth-sided pyramids.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Private Guide ( Egyptologist )
  • Lunch if you select All Inclusive Tour
  • Entry Fees if u choose included
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Any Optional Not mentioned in itenrary
  • Tipping
  • 15 USD per booking pickup or Drop off 6 October city, Nasr City,Heliopolis and New Cairo
  • 25 USD per booking transfer To or from Cairo international airport , Novotel AirPort, Le Passage

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Traveller reviews

4.9★560 reviews

Amazing experience, Ahmed and Yousef were very kind and attentive.

We had the pleasure of having Ahmed and Yousef, they were very kind, attentive, took us everywhere and did not rush us at all. They were also kind enough to stop and get us waters and snacks multiple times throughout the day. Overall, amazing experience and would highly recommend them to take you around whenever you come to visit!! Thank you Ahmed and Yousef.

Kris K · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

Make sure you have your day with them

We had the best day with Ahmed and Mahmoud they were so incredibly informative.

Gerard G · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

Highly recommend for an outstanding tour

Driver excellent, felt totally safe. Ahmed was superb & extremely knowledgeable. No rush at any site, able to view everything we wanted.at our leisure. Beautiful lunch. We would highly recommend this tour with Ahmed, you will not be disappointed.

Vacationer211425 · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

Great day with Menna and Hassan!

We were picked up by Menna and Hassan from our hotel and they took us on a ca. 6.5 hours trip to Saqqara, Dahsur and Memphis. Menna was very friendly and super knowledgeable, and not only she shared Egypt’s history with us but also current cultural aspects of Egypt. Booking with Ahmed was uncomplicated via Whatsapp. Would totally recommend a day with Menna to anybody wishing to discover some great sights.

E4271ASluciam · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

Great for history lovers

Mohamed was super kind and knowledgeable, guided us directly to the monuments and allowed us to get a detailed understanding of the history

malinm953 · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

Great tour of old pyramids

Great experience tour guide and driver were very kind and helpful. Your guide was very knowledgeable.

clairepZ8569WE · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

A wonderful day

We had a wonderful time on this tour. Basem was good enough to double check timings with us the night before and he was there ahead on time at collection. He was enthusiastic and is clearly very passionate about history. He explained things in a very clear and easy to understand manner. He made sure we had plenty of water throughout the day. Highly recommend this tour.

BritinJordan · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

Once in a lifetime experience.in giza

5 stars in not enough for todays trip in Egypt. Did the pyramids off saqqara and dhasur and the ruinn in Memphis. Giza. Wow what a trip and a memory to last forever. Our guide Reem Anany was just the best tour guide. She made us welcome. Her vast and interesting knowledge off these places was priceless. Looked after us and gave encouragement to go into 1 off the pyramids. Now that was a life experience. Lovely lunch included in our trip. Plenty bottled water but most off all a very special young lady made our day even more exciting. Bravo Reem. I booked this on viator through land and sea tours. Anyone wanting to see these special.places plz think off paying for a guide etc. Worth every penny.

V4977JMtraceyc · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

Saqqara, Dashur, and Memphis Tour

We had an amazing experience on the Sakkara, Dahshur, and Memphis tour. Everything was well organized, smooth, and thoughtfully planned, which made the entire day enjoyable and stress‑free. Each site was incredible in its own way—from the ancient Step Pyramid at Sakkara to the stunning Red and Bent Pyramids in Dahshur, and the historic treasures of Memphis. A special mention goes to our tour guide, Rana, who truly made the day unforgettable. She was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and engaging, and she explained the history in a way that brought every site to life. What stood out most was her warm personality—she was so sweet, always smiling, and made everyone feel comfortable and welcomed throughout the tour. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I would highly recommend this tour—especially with Rana as your guide.

Katharine Y · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor

Excellent visit with a professional Egyptologist.

Excellent experience with our guide Amira and our driver Mahmud on the excursion to Saqqara, Dashur, and Memphis. Highly recommended!

O1521LScatalinap · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor · Translated

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