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.
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
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.
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.
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4.9★560 reviews
Rana was a lovely guide, she organised everything for us and made the whole day smooth and easy. She has a clear passion and knowledge of Egyptian history. The pyramids as Saqqara and Darshur are spectacular, the entry ways to the step and red pyramid are quite narrow and crampt (challenging for some) but well worth it. We also had a delicious meal (accommodating of vegans as well).
richardaH6155PN · Feb 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Very enjoyable day out to the different pyramids and Memphis. Our guide Khloud messaged the day before to welcome us and we were picked up on time. She gave valuable information about all aspects of the tour but also allowed us to wander around by ourselves which was appreciated. The pyramids were great and you could enter inside two of them, but not for the faint hearted ! We were given adequate time to explore and our request to not visit shops was not a problem. The driver drove safely as much as you can on Egyptian roads as its manic ! The meal at the end was also good quality. We were glad we chose the all inclusive tour with guide, tickets and meal as it saves a lot of hassle. Thank you both - we had a great time and a thoroughly enjoyable day.
Mark_P · Feb 2026 · via Viator
We have had an amazing trip to Saqqara, Memphis and Dahsur with Kholod our guide. Kholod was an excellent guide, she gave us necessary information to understand about the sites but not too much. She managed the time very well which meant that we saw all the key things but without feeling rushed. She also asked us what we wanted and if we wanted to stop at shops, which we didn't. This was respected. The Stepped Pyramid was super interesting. In my opinion, I think I preferred this to the Giza site as there was more context to link to the pyramid - and it wasn't as busy with coaches. It was good to go into some tombs and see associated buildings. The story behind the Bent Pyramid was very interesting to hear and to go and see. After a stop at the Red Pyramid we went to the Memphis outdoor museum. It was extremly helpful when Kholod picked out the key exhibits to show us. The tour ended with an excellent lunch - to whoever arranges lunch - full marks! It was a huge portion and very tasty. Thank you to Kholod for an excellently managed day which made it very enjoyable. And hats off to Ahmed who, somehow or other, was able to stay calm in the middle of the traffic nightmare around him. We felt very safe in his car. An excellent day - highly recommended.
David T · Feb 2026 · via Tripadvisor
This review is about the service and guide, and not about the places. The places are a must-visit. tldr: the experience was a 4/10 I wouldn't recommend this guide or service to another friend. The good : - Whenever we communicated, our guide Rana was sweet, and had a pleasant demeanour - The driver provided us with a smooth journey - Rana gave us quite some insights in the first place - Step Pyramids Why we won't recommend: - The whole point of getting a guide instead of booking a cab/driver is to hear the story from a human who has been educated in this field, and possibly lives here. And our guide was both - a Cairo local and certified. However, we barely had any conversation throughout the car rides. She was hyper-focused on her phone. (We were 1 hour late in the morning to our private tour, which was unfortunate, but we had some issues at the hotel, so we are hoping that didn't come in the way of how this panned out) - The guides are not allowed to enter most of the areas. So, before we enter the place and during the car rides, we expect and hope the guide will tell us stories and history about the place. While I am sure she knew more than she told us, it was not communicated to us. - During lunch, she told us where to sit and then moved on to join the other guides at the tent. While not sitting with us is a choice we respect, the guide should ideally be telling us about what is included in the lunch, etc. She was nowhere to be found. Found that very impersonal. (the food was good) - This point was very crucial in disappointing us: After the up and down climb at the Red Pyramid, we learnt that it is an extremely strenuous task (especially in the heat), and that it would be great to keep water handy in the car. She was aware we didn't have water bottles with us, and while we got back huffing and puffing from the pyramid, neither did the guide ask us how the experience was, offer us water, or offer to buy or have it prepared. Funnily, an AI search online would warn you that the red pyramid climb could be a lot for someone who is claustrophobic, has weak knees, or has anxiety/BP issues (AI was right), but our guide did not care to. We went on other tours in Luxor and Alexndiria, and the experiences were more personal, and informative. This one disappointed.
Sanjay_V · Feb 2026 · via Viator
Excellent day with the Mariam guide, very prepared and very good treatment, very patient all visits were very interesting I recommend it 100% and the guide a 10
Ismael_G · Feb 2026 · via Viator · Translated
I had the most wonderful day exploring Saqqara, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, and Memphis with Donia as my guide. From the moment we met, she was warm, energetic, and instantly put me at ease. It genuinely felt less like a formal tour and more like discovering these incredible ancient sites with a knowledgeable friend.
A6852UCanitas · Feb 2026 · via Tripadvisor
I had a very lovely time spent with Nancy, she is very good at telling history through stories as to not feel bombarded with information. She was considerate of what we wanted and would leave us to explore at our leisure. The pyramids were great to see and learn about. Mr.chocolate (the driver) was very kind and chivalrous, always jumping out of the car to open my door before I could do it myself. A great day spent with them and my dad.
377penelopeb · Feb 2026 · via Tripadvisor
This is really an awesome expérience, my guide was Omar, really nice guy who know a lot about history. Really kind I recommend this trip 100% 10/10.
U4844OBmarcl · Feb 2026 · via Tripadvisor
It was simply great. We learnt a lot about history and the places we went to see. Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. We can only recommend to make tour with Habiba
543renek · Feb 2026 · via Tripadvisor
⸻ An Exceptional Day at Saqqara and Memphis Our tour to Saqqara and Memphis was one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide was absolutely wonderful — warm, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. She explained the history in a way that was easy to understand while also sharing fascinating details about daily life and culture in Egypt, which made the experience feel much more personal. What truly stood out was her flexibility and care. We had an unexpected need for wheelchair access, and she handled everything calmly and thoughtfully, making sure we were comfortable at every step. She tailored the day to our pace and interests, allowing us to fully enjoy the sites without feeling rushed. We felt well taken care of from start to finish. I would highly recommend her to anyone visiting Saqqara and Memphis, she truly made the experience memorable.
354rajit · Feb 2026 · via Tripadvisor
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