Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Saqqara, Dahshour and Memphis Tour with Pyramid Entry

8 Hours Round trip from Al Giza Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Saqqara's Step Pyramid, built by King Djoser in 2700 BC
02 Enter the Unas Pyramid and Teti Pyramid
03 Visit Dahshour to see King Snefru's Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid
04 Discover Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, with colossal statues of King Ramsis 2

Embark on a full-day tour through Egypt's ancient wonders, visiting Saqqara, Dahshour, and Memphis. Explore the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, dating back to 2700 BC, along with other notable pyramids such as Unas Pyramid and Teti Pyramid. Continue to Dahshour to see the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, built for King Snefru, before discovering Memphis city, the ancient capital of Egypt, with its Huge Sleeping Statue of King Ramsis 2 and the Alabaster Sphinx.

Explore the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, a marvel from 2700 BC, known as the first pyramid in Egypt.

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, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Saqqara, Dahshour, and Memphis Discovery

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Pick up from your designated location in Cairo/Giza by your knowledgeable guide and professional driver.
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Travel to Saqqara in a comfortable A/C vehicle.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Explore the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, a marvel from 2700 BC, known as the first pyramid in Egypt.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Visit other notable pyramids, including Unas Pyramid and Teti Pyramid, with the opportunity to venture inside.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Enjoy a break for lunch at a local restaurant.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Journey to Dahshour, home to the first complete pyramid built by King Snefru.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Explore the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, constructed for King Snefru. Take the chance to enter the pyramids.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Head to Memphis city, the ancient capital of Egypt.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Discover the colossal Huge Sleeping Statue of King Ramsis 2 and the Alabaster Sphinx of the same king.
7:30 PM: Return to Cairo/Giza with unforgettable memories.