Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Memphis, Sakkara and Dahshur Tour with Ramses II Statue

8 Hours Round trip from Dahshur Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the Step Pyramids of Zoser
02 See the 34 feet long statue of Ramses II
03 Explore Dahshur's unique Bent Pyramid with its original limestone remains
04 Visit Memphis, the old capital of Egypt

Visit the ancient capital of Memphis, Sakkara, and Dahshur on this 8-hour tour from Cairo. See the Step Pyramids of Zoser and explore some of the first pyramids ever built, located about 30 km south of Cairo. The tour offers an introduction to the ancient history of the city while taking you to some of Egypt's most remarkable archaeological sites.

The most impressive feature in Memphis is the 34 feet long statue of Ramses II.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur, Memphis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Memphis, Sakkara, and Dahshur Exploration

Pick up from your hotel in Cairo/Giza and head to Sakkara to see the highlights of the place.
Visit the Step Pyramids of Zoser (Djoser), which are considered among the first well-structured pyramids ever built.
Make your next stop at the Bent Pyramid in Dahshur, constructed for King Snefru. The Bent Pyramid is a unique structure, not only because of its bent shape but also for its original limestone remains.
Continue to Memphis, the old capital of Egypt. The most impressive feature in Memphis is the 34 feet long statue of Ramses II. You will be impressed by the perfection with which the statue was made.
Return to your hotel at the end of the day.