Private Day Tour Saqqara Pyramids, Memphis and Dahshur Pyramids


6 to 7 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 8
Mobile ticket

Overview

Saqqara is the biggest archeological site in Egypt and Contains over than 10000 Tombs and 16 Pyramids , you will have the chance to visit the first decorated pyramid from inside for king Unas from the fifth dynasty , during the day you will visit as well the ancient capital Memphis, and Dahshur Pyramids. The tour’s start time is flexible, but usually the tour starts around 8 AM, takes a duration of Six to 8 hours, and ends around 4 PM. This private tour includes Pick-Up with our air-conditioned vehicles at your requested location, and Drop Off at your requested location. The tour also provides Entry Fees + Taxes Services, Tour Guides with an experience of 15+ years, and a bottle of water. .

Inclusions

  • Expert tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch - Drinks not included
  • Pick up and Drop of from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza
  • Entry/Admission - Pyramids of Dahshour
  • Entry/Admission - Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
  • Entry/Admission - Memphis and Sakkara

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids, Al Giza Desert, Saqqara 12919 Egypt

First, Pick Up from Requested Location by GEM Explore Egyptologist to start your Journey across the three ancient necropolises. The tour will start by visiting the Saqqara necropolis, where you will visit the Pyramid of Djoser. This pyramid is the earliest colossal stone building in the world. This structure is a fundamental part of the Egyptian history as other pyramids was based on it with improvements.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Step Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara Egypt

The oldest stone structure in the entire world is the step pyramid of king Djoser dates back to 2670 BC ,The pyramid is a part from huge complex (Colonnaded Entrance -Sed Festival complex- Enclosure wall , North and south Pavilions ,Southern Tomb and thousand of tombs around ) With your advanced tour guide you will know a a lot more about king Djoser, his talented architect Imhotep and the new discoveries in Saqqara. (Please note that entering the pyramid or the southern tomb needs special ticket) guide will be happy to assist.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Pyramids of Dahshour, Giza Egypt

Then after Lunch, the tour continues by a visit to Dahshur Pyramids (Red and Bent Pyramids), which were a huge step and learning experience for Ancient Egyptians to switch from step-sided pyramids to smooth-sided pyramids. Dahshur has multiple pyramids, but the most famous two are Red and Bent Pyramids and re are among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613–2589 BC. (Time spent in each place is flexible according to the customers)

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Red Pyramid, Al Giza Desert, Giza Governorate 3300001, Egypt

Also called the north pyramid, considered the first classic been built in the ancient Egyptian history, we call it red because of it's reddish limestone which is been quarried from Tura Mountains in Cairo . possibility to enter the pyramid for free !!

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Bent Pyramid, Al-Haram Dahshur Egypt

A unique example of early pyramid development in Egypt, this was the second pyramid built by Sneferu. considered the only pyramid in Egypt still has the outer layer on it and still in good condition , you will have the chance to enter that pyramid as well ,it is open from inside now .( Please if you are claustrophobic or suffering from any health problem do not enter ) this one is very challenging and you must be fit .

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Memphis and Sakkara, Saqqara 12919 Egypt

Then, the tour continues by visiting the city that once was the ancient Capital of Egypt, Memphis city. This city holds both the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx and lots of ruins around. Memphis city was the center of power to the Old Kingdom (2686 BC) of Ancient Egypt, and the home to the pharaohs that raised the pyramids.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mit Rahina Museum, Mit Rahinah, Al Badrashin 11511 Egypt

Special Museum for the very famous Statue for King Ramesses the great 1279 BC. A huge limestone statue in amazing condition .Ramesses the great ruled the Egyptian empire for about 67 Years .

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Sphinx of Memphis, Mit Rahina, Al Badrashin 11511 Egypt

The Sphinx of Memphis is a stone sphinx located near the remains of Memphis, Egypt. The statue made out from the Egyptian Alabaster , still in Avery good condition may be representing the very famous queen Hatshepsut 1479 BC. then you will start your journey back to your hotel.

Duration: 30 minutes

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Chivisu
November 2022

Fue una experiencia increíble. Nos gustó todo. La explicación y calidad de persona de nuestro guía Wael fue lo mejor, nos contó mucho sobre la historia de estos lugares históricos y logramos entender la grandeza de la cultura antigua egipcia. Agradecidos por qué ese día fue inolvidable gracias a ...

Gustavo S
February 2023

Amazing day! Our guide Eid Nagi is incredible. Extremely knowledgeable on Egyptian culture and history. A must visit.

harshitajhanwar_21
November 2022

The trip was just perfect and very mesmerizing. The guide, Mr. Maged was very knowledgeable and explained everything in detail. The pyramids and the civilization museum were the main highlights and though it was long but it was not tiring at all. The experience in all i would say was a blast and ...

Guide39629913715
June 2022

Half day tour to Saqqara! Very complete information, the tour was great with Mohamed, very knowledgeable and courteous! Perfect if you want a short tour

Jedi6
June 2022

Great private tour! I was referred to use guide Maged and he checked off all the boxes. He was kind, fun and very interesting. He is dedicated to his work very much. Took good care of my group. Air condition car, stops for food and drink and confortable ride. Best part of my trip was the red...

Holy F
February 2022

Best Guide in Egypt! Maged has a high passion for his work and the Egyptian culture and tells the stories of the artifacts and sites in a very captivating style. He also always knew a place or artifact overlooked by other guides and has a huge knowledge about all of it. He made sure we could see ...

Subscribe to our newsletter

© 2024 TourMega™. All Rights Reserved.
from US$56.05 /