Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Saqqara, Dahshour and Memphis Tour with the Serapeum

8 Hours Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

Sakkara, Serapeum, Tomb Ti, Dashour & Memphis

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Sakkara complex and the Pyramid of Djoser
02 Visit the Serapeum and the Tomb of Ti
03 Discover the Bent, Red, and Black Pyramids of Dahshour
04 Tour the ancient city of Memphis, Egypt's first capital

Starting from Cairo, this tour takes you to Sakkara to see the first stone construction in the world and explore one of the most important sites in the evolution of pyramid building. You will continue to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, and visit Dahshour's Bent, Red, and Black Pyramids. The experience also includes the Serapeum, where you can discover one of Saqqara's most remarkable archaeological monuments. It is an ideal journey for travellers interested in ancient Egyptian history, architecture, and archaeology.

Starting from Cairo, this tour takes you to Sakkara to see the first stone construction in the world and explore one of the most important sites in the evolution of pyramid building.

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, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Sakkara, Serapeum, Dahshour and Memphis Day Tour

Meeting Point: At your hotel

08:30 AM - Hotel pick-up in Cairo/Giza
09:00 AM - Sakkara

Start your day by visiting King Djoser's (Zoser's) complex at Sakkara, considered an important part in the evolution of pyramids. You will also see the Pyramid of Unas (Mastaba of Idout), the Serapeum, and the Tomb of Ti.

11:00 AM - Serapeum & Tomb of Ti

Discover Sakkara's rich archaeological treasures, including mastabas and tombs with scenes of daily life in ancient Egypt. Explore the Serapeum, known for its massive coffins, and visit the special Tomb of Ti.

12:00 PM - Lunch (optional)

You can have local food at a restaurant.

01:00 PM - Dahshour

Explore Dahshour's Bent, Red, and Black Pyramids. Discover the impressive Red Pyramid built for King Senfru, considered the final step in pyramid construction after the Bent Pyramid.

01:30 PM - Memphis

Continue your tour to Memphis City, the ancient capital of Egypt.

03:30 PM - End of the tour

Hotel drop-off.

Ending Point: At your hotel

Where this trip takes you

Serapeum of Saqqara, Bent Pyramid, Red Pyramid, Memphis

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

Private tour
Hotel transport (pick-up and drop-off)
Day tour transportation
Private English-speaking guide
Guide entrance fee ticket
Air-conditioned vehicle
A professional driver
A bottle of mineral water for each participant

What's Not Included

Entrance fee ticket
Parking fees (if needed)
Lunch (if needed)
Camel ride (if needed)
Police permit ($9 per person)
Optional activities
Personal expenses (e.g. shopping)
Tipping

What to bring

A valid bank credit card.

Know before you go

Additional info:

This is a private tour, and only your group will participate.
In case of booking for one person only, an additional $20 will be charged on the spot for each day tour.
Tickets for tourist areas are now purchased with a bank card, not in cash.

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