Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Giza, Saqqara and Memphis Tour with Dahshur Pyramids

8 Hours Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at the iconic Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx
  • 02 Discover the unique pyramids of Dahshur
  • 03 Witness the oldest stone structure at Sakkara
  • 04 Delve into the history of ancient Memphis

Pack your bag and get ready for an amazing journey to the ancient cities of Egypt. Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx of Giza, the Step Pyramid at Sakkara, and the Dahshur pyramids. Then travel to Memphis, the first ancient capital of Egypt, and witness some of the greatest ancient sites near Cairo in one day.

Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, one of the most important archaeological sites in all of Egypt.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Cities Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Dahshur, Memphis
Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur

  • Our guide will pick you up from your hotel for an excursion to the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, as well as the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of Chephren. You will also visit the Valley Temple.
  • Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, one of the most important archaeological sites in all of Egypt. It was built during the 3rd Dynasty for King Djoser. Then proceed to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
  • After lunch, visit Memphis, which was founded by King Menes. It was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom and was considered a centre of rule and culture for over 3,000 years. You will see the Statue of Ramses II and the alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.
  • Continue to the Dahshur pyramids, an ancient royal necropolis located approximately 40 kilometers south of Cairo. These pyramids were built from 2613-2589 BC, and the Bent Pyramid is the most famous pyramid in the area. Indulge yourself in the beauty of Egypt.

End of tour.

Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Pyramid of Djoser, Bent Pyramid

Where this trip takes you

Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Pyramid of Djoser, Bent Pyramid

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cairo 5 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pick-up from your hotel and return
  • Private Egyptologist guide who speaks all languages
  • Bottled water during your trip

What to bring

  • Your passport

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Egypt
Tour start
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Cairo.

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