Private Day Tour Saqqara Pyramids, Memphis and Dahshur Pyramids
Description
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 long experience , and a bottle of water. .
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Itinerary
First, Pick Up from Requested Location by your Tour guide 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.
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.
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)
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 !!
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Guide will be ready in the hotel lobby holding a sign of the company name.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(396)
Had a great day with our guide Basma. Knew a lot to tell and showed us a lot. We could possibly adjust the tour if we wanted, but we conden it well as it was. There was also an excellent lunch spot where we had a delicious lunch.
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
A perfect experience! We had a wonderful guide, with a lot of knowledge and, above all, patient. It has been our best tour in all of Egypt; I recommend it 100%. Neveen was the perfect guide.
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
Ibrahim was the best guide we could have asked for: he was deeply knowledgeable and interested in the subject matter, was friendly and answered all of our questions and overall had a great demeanour. The trip explored the most impressive and interesting pyramids of Egypt and outshone even that of Giza.
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
It was a fantastic day trip, the guide Mostafa was great. He talked about all the interesting details when we were at the piramides. Also a special thanks to the driver Hussein.
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
Extraordinary sites and knowledgeable guide. It was a great day of seeing fantastic archeological wonders in Egypt!
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
Ibrahim gave me and my father an unforgettable tour of the Pyramids and not only was he very knowledgeable but passionate about the history of what he was showing us. Definitely would recommend 10/10.
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
It was a fantastic experience. A special thanks to my guide "Machmut," who took an extraordinary amount of time for me and explained all the topics excellently. Thank you very much for that. Best regards, Kai
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
I took the tour with a Spanish-speaking guide (Mona). Flawless, punctual, vehicle with air conditioning, a guide with great knowledge and kindness. The driver was very kind and willing. The guide was strategic in visiting the sites before they filled up with other tourists. Excellent time management. The conversation with her was fantastic. The visit to Saqqara and the Dashur pyramids are essential archaeological stops for any tourist in Giza. Totally recommended.
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
I had a wonderful day with Ibrahim Allam (guide) and Sameer (driver) visiting Saqqara, Dashur and the Memphis open-air museum. The key stops included Djoser's Step Pyramid complex (including going inside the pyramid- definitely do this), the Pyramid of Unas (with its extensive wall texts, the oldest religious literature in history), the pyramids at Dashur (precursor to the Giza pyramids) and the open-air museum at Memphis. Ibrahim was an amazing guide — so friendly, thoughtful and insightful, never rushing me along. I truly appreciated both the historical explanation and being given the time to take in the landscape and the monuments. It was a very memorable experience, both in terms of everything I learned and also just being able to enjoy the peaceful desert environment of Saqqara and Dashur in the less tourist-crowded season. The visit to the open-air museum at Memphis was also a real treat, given the critical importance of Memphis to many eras of Egyptian history (especially its inception but at many other periods as well). Overall, a very pleasant and meaningful day. Highly recommended!
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
We had absolutely wonderful time touring the Saqqara Pyramids,Memphis,Dahshur Pyramids and the Great Pyramid’s of Giza.Our guide Mira was very knowledgeable of the history of the ancient Egyptian culture.From the start to finish, she was brilliant, flexible, friendly and professional. There was never any time pressure.The restaurant was great with the best view of the all three Pyramid’s of Giza.We’re very happy we made this trip.If you’re looking for a guide who is informative, adoptable and truly passionate about history, we highly recommend people to book this when they come to Cairo.❤️
Dear valued Customer ,Thank you for your kind words about your Day tour ! We are thrilled to hear that both your guide and driver provided such a caring and informative experience. Your comfort and satisfaction are always our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that you felt comfortable to ask questions and make requests throughout the tour. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in Egypt. If there’s anything we can assist you with in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Warm regards, Gem Explore Egypt
