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Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Tours

Trace the dawn of the pyramids: Saqqara, with the Step Pyramid of Djoser (Egypt’s oldest), the ancient capital of Memphis with its colossal Ramses II statue, and the Bent and Red Pyramids of Dahshur. A fascinating journey into the origins of pyramid building, just south of Giza.

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Saqqara & Memphis in Giza — FAQ

What is Saqqara?
Saqqara is a vast ancient burial ground near Giza, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser — Egypt’s oldest pyramid and the world’s earliest large stone monument, built around 2,700 BC.
What is Memphis in Egypt?
Memphis was the ancient capital of Egypt, near Giza, now an open-air museum famous for its giant fallen statue of Ramses II and a large alabaster sphinx.
What are the Dahshur pyramids?
Dahshur is home to the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, two of Egypt’s oldest and best-preserved pyramids, built by Pharaoh Sneferu and far quieter than Giza.