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Tours/Cairo/Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Cairo travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs

Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience

Cairo4–6 hours
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
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Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience
Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience

At a glance

Duration
4–6 hours
Price from
$140 / person
Location
Cairo, Egypt
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Egypt Day Trips

Description

Most Saqqara tours are built around ancient monuments, but this experience takes you beyond sightseeing. You’ll explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser with an Egyptologist, then discover another side of Egypt through its food and everyday traditions. Instead of simply stopping for lunch, you’ll roll up your sleeves, prepare traditional dishes with local ingredients, and share the meal you helped create. It’s a genuine cultural combination: ancient Egypt in the morning, authentic Egyptian life around the kitchen table afterward.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM
Next available
Sat, Oct 17
Adult (ages 12+)
$140
Child (ages 6–11)
Free
Infant (ages 0–5)
Free

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $170.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.

Tour Options

Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience

Pickup included

Itinerary

Saqqara
120 min

Your Egyptologist guide will pick guests up from their hotel and drive to Saqqara. Explore the ancient necropolis of Saqqara and visit the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of Egypt's most remarkable ancient monuments. Depending on the selected option and opening conditions, the visit can also include other important tombs and archaeological highlights in the area. Your guide will explain the history of Saqqara, the development of pyramid construction, and the role of the necropolis in ancient Egyptian civilization.

Giza
120 min

Late Morning – Egyptian Culinary Experience After Saqqara, continue the cooking experience. Instead of simply watching a demonstration, guests will participate in preparing traditional Egyptian dishes using local ingredients and traditional techniques. They can learn about Egyptian food culture while preparing dishes such as traditional bread, local cheese, vegetables, dips and other seasonal Egyptian specialties. Lunch – Taste What You Prepared After cooking, sit down and enjoy a traditional Egyptian meal together. This gives travelers the opportunity to experience Egyptian culture through both its ancient history and its living culinary traditions.

What's included

Included
Private English Egyptologist guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Entry Fees
Lunch
Bottle Water
Not included
Any additional request that is not included on the itinerary is Excluded.
Tipping

Pickup Locations & Times

Your driver and representative will wait for you at the reception desk of your accommodation holding a sign with your name on it.

Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience take?

Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience lasts about 4–6 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.

How much does Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience cost?

Prices start at $140 per person for this Cairo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $170. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM.

How much does Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience cost for children?

Children aged 6–11 pay nothing, adults from $140. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Your driver and representative will wait for you at the reception desk of your accommodation holding a sign with your name on it. Pickup points include Pyramids Island, Richard Pyramids Inn Hotel.

What languages is Saqqara Pyramids and Authentic Egyptian Cooking Experience offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

$140/ person
Duration4–6 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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