Egypt · Archaeology

Saqqara Step Pyramid Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid in Dahshur

6 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Cairo. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
02 Explore the Saqqara complex and Serapeum
03 See the Bent Pyramid’s unique change in angle
04 Discover the Red Pyramid at Dahshur
05 Learn about ancient Egyptian engineering with an Egyptologist guide
06 Visit Memphis, the first capital of unified Ancient Egypt
07 Enjoy private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off
08 Lunch at a local restaurant included

Discover some of Egypt’s most fascinating pyramid sites on a journey through Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis. This tour follows the evolution of pyramid design, from the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara to the distinctive Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid at Dahshur, while also exploring the legacy of Memphis, the first capital of unified Ancient Egypt.

Along the way, explore key archaeological highlights including the Saqqara complex and Serapeum, and gain deeper insight into ancient Egyptian engineering, religion, and royal history. With private transport, entrance fees, lunch, and an Egyptologist guide included, this experience offers a comfortable and enriching way to visit these remarkable sites beyond the busiest crowds.

Explore the unique architecture of the Bent Pyramid, where the angle of the sides changes halfway up.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cairo, Saqqara, Dahshur, Memphis

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Saqqara (Sakkara) Step Pyramid,

Arrive at Saqqara and visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's first large-scale cut stone structure.

Explore the Saqqara complex, including the Serapeum, the tomb of Imhotep, and the Mastaba tombs.

Pyramids of Dahshour, Giza Egypt

Visit the Dahshur Necropolis, home to the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid.

Explore the unique architecture of the Bent Pyramid, where the angle of the sides changes halfway up.

Discover the Red Pyramid, the first pyramid built entirely at a steep angle.

Memphis and Sakkara,

Memphis was the first capital of a unified Ancient Egypt. It was the seat of power for the Old Kingdom pharaohs and a major religious and cultural center.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Cairo. 4 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Egyptologist guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All entrance fees
Lunch at a local restaurant

What's Not Included

Drinks
Gratuities (optional)

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Your private Egyptologist guide will meet you at your hotel reception in Cairo or Giza.
Please be ready at least 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

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