Many visitors to Egypt only see the Giza Pyramids, but you can explore some of the less-visited pyramids on this half-day tour to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis. Avoid the hassle of haggling for transport and benefit from an Egyptologist’s expertise as you tour the Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara,
the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid at Dahshur, and Memphis, once the capital of ancient Egypt.
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Explore the pyramids at Saqqara and Dahshur with an Egyptologist guide Visit the site of Memphis, the capital of Old Kingdom Egypt
Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from addresses across Cairo and Giza Choice of departure times: Pick the one that fits your schedule
Tour Options
car+driver +tour guide
car+driver +tour guide
exculde entry fees
Pickup included
all inculde best seller 2
car+driver+guide+ticket+lunch in village ( Egyptian food veg or no veg )
Pickup included
all inculde best seller 1
car+driver+guide+ main entry fees
Pickup included
car+driver only
car+driver only: car+driver only
exclude lunch koshry
exclude entry fees
exclude tour guide
Pickup included
Itinerary
45 min
our guide will pick you up from the hotel in cairo or giza to visit Memphis or Men-nefer was the ancient capital of Inebu-hedj, the first nome of Lower Egypt that was known as mḥw. Its ruins are located near the modern town of Mit Rahina, 20 km south of Giza in Greater Cairo, Egypt.
Admission not included15 min
The Sphinx of Memphis is a stone sphinx located near the remains of Memphis, Egypt. The carving was believed to take place between 1700 and 1400 BC, which was during the 18th Dynasty It is unknown which pharaoh is being honored and there are no inscriptions to supply information. The facial features imply that the Sphinx is honoring Hatshepsut or Amenhotep II .
Statue of Ramses II, Grand Egyptian Museum, Alexandria Desert Rd, Giza 11511 Egypt
30 min
Saqqara, also spelled Sakkara or Saccara in English, is an Egyptian village in Giza Governorate, that contains ancient burial grounds of Egyptian royalty, serving as the necropolis for the ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis.
Admission not included30 min
The Pyramid of Djoser, or Step Pyramid, is an archaeological site in the Saqqara necropolis, Egypt, northwest of the city of Memphis. The 6-tier, 4-sided structure is the earliest colossal stone building in Egypt. It was built in the 27th century BC during the Third Dynasty for the burial of Pharaoh Djoser. then back safely to hotel.
Admission not included15 min
The Pyramid of Teti is a smooth-sided pyramid situated in the pyramid field at Saqqara in Egypt. It is the second known pyramid containing pyramid texts. Excavations have revealed a satellite pyramid, two pyramids of queens accompanied by cult structures, and a funerary temple.
Admission not included60 min
Then proceed to visit Dahshur where the first true pyramid was built by king Senefru the founder of the Fourth dynasty and you will visit the bent pyramid and the red pyramid. At the end of your tour you will be escorted back to your hotel.
Highlights
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance fee (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Private tour
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Qualified Egyptologist tour guide (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
lunch (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Transport by private vehicle
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance fee (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Private tour
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Qualified Egyptologist tour guide (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
lunch (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Transport by private vehicle
Pickup Locations & Times
only cairo down town and giza hotel only
nasr city , new cairo , new settlemnt , 6th October city ,airports and its surrounding (out of
meeting point)
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Frequently asked questions
How long does VIP Private Day Memphis city ,Sakkara pyramids & Dahshur take?
VIP Private Day Memphis city ,Sakkara pyramids & Dahshur lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does VIP Private Day Memphis city ,Sakkara pyramids & Dahshur cost?
Prices start at $10 per person for this Cairo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel VIP Private Day Memphis city ,Sakkara pyramids & Dahshur 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. only cairo down town and giza hotel only
nasr city , new cairo , new settlemnt , 6th October city ,airports and its surrounding (out of
meeting point) Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyAY9dFyvqJWpNvJRlrScg7w=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyMtzXB0gI4WVwuc714HdJwQ=.
What languages is VIP Private Day Memphis city ,Sakkara pyramids & Dahshur offered in?
The experience is available in AR, EN, ES.
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?
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(148)
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Honeyprince
September 2, 2026
Excellent Day with Ahmad & Shaady – Dahshour, Memphis & Saqqara
I spent the day with Ahmad (guide) and Shaady (driver) visiting Dahshour, Memphis and Saqqara, and honestly, it was one of the highlights of my Egypt trip.
I booked the tour through Viator and spoke directly with the owner, Hishaam, beforehand. He confirmed the entire itinerary and that I would be picked up at 7:00am, and everything went smoothly.
We started at Dahshour and finished at Saqqara. Ahmad and Shaady were both fantastic — very friendly, energetic and genuinely jolly people. There was plenty of laughter throughout the day, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable rather than like a typical rigid guided tour.
Ahmad is a qualified tourist guide and clearly has immense knowledge of Ancient Egyptian history. What I particularly appreciated was that he didn't constantly bombard me with unnecessary information or make up stories just for entertainment. He spoke less, but what he said was on point and meaningful. He knows his stuff.
He even explained how many years he had studied the history of the 31 dynasties of Ancient Egypt, and you can really see the depth of knowledge behind what he tells you.
At the same time, both Ahmad and Shaady were very cool and easy-going. Nothing felt rushed or overly formal.
One of the best highlights of my entire Egypt trip was actually the walk between the pyramids at Dahshour. This wasn't originally part of the itinerary, but I asked Ahmad if we could walk between them, and he happily did it with me. That spontaneous little addition ended up being one of my favourite moments of the day.
A big thank you to Ahmad and Shaady for making the day so enjoyable. Two genuinely great guys who I would happily recommend to anyone wanting to explore the ancient sites around Cairo.
Thanks again, Ahmad & Shaady! 🙏
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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pietvX672VY
August 31, 2026
Perfect way to visit best pyramides
Perfect way to visit the piramides of Djoser at Saqqara and the Red and Bent ones at Dashur. We missed/skipper the Memphis.
It is recommended to arrange a driver for the whole trip, you need a car aftershave you pass the entrance gates.
Rafaat was a very pleasant driver. He also took is to the usual tourist stops, but no problem to skip this at your request.
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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E6587KApaulb
August 29, 2026
Great tour
The tour was great, exactly what I had in mind when I booked it. Raafat is both a great driver who knows the sites and a good guide in terms of explanations. He speaks good English and very easy to talk to do I had a very good time overall. Plus he's efficient in terms of time to go to a place to another or the pick up.
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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E5949IVvincentp
August 29, 2026
Great experience and wonderful guide
We had a great tour with Ehab and Shady, arrived on time and very accommodating the entire trip. We learned a lot and had zero issues. It was awesome!
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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Relax46291170299
August 22, 2026
Saqqara tour
It was a pleasure to make the tour and we were able to see everything in a short time
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Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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E7857YBantoniap
August 15, 2026
Recommended
Everything was good, the service was splendid from start to finish, they were punctual with the start time, the driver was very kind and the guide was very attentive at all times, it was an excellent experience! I totally recommend it
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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Resort60921972658
August 13, 2026
Fantastic tour
Hesham was a wonderful guide. I came for the Usyk fight and to be honest this tour was the highlight of my trip.
He explained everything wondefully and in great detail.
Thanks..
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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tammis721
August 1, 2026
Great Tour Experience!!
We had a great tour experience with Ahmed!!! Gave a lot of great information. We were able to make to tour adjustments to the things we were interested in. Communication was great!!!
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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Philip
August 1, 2026
Had a great private...
Had a great private tour!! Was given good information about each site. Guide, Ahmed, was very open to guided tour to things we wanted/wanted to skip!! Would highly recommend
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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Emily B
June 20, 2026
Great Day Trip
We were able to book this tour the night before and guide Ahmed and driver George did a great job. We were able to see all of the sights we wanted to see efficiently and Ahmed took lots of great photos of us. We were able to request to see additional tombs at the Sakkara site and that was well worth it - so if there is something you want to see let them know!
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always Hesham Egypt tour guide +201283078720
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