Cairo Day Tour to Memphis Sakkara & Dahshur Pyramids

5 Hours Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided by Emo Tours Egypt

Why we love it?

This private Cairo day tour offers an in-depth exploration of ancient Egypt’s most significant archaeological sites, including the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Sakkara, where you can witness the early evolution of pyramid construction. You’ll also visit the Pyramid of Unas, notable for the earliest Pyramid Texts inscribed within its chambers, and the Pyramid of Teti, which showcases Old Kingdom architectural achievements. The Mastaba of Ti, with its detailed tomb paintings depicting daily life, adds another layer of insight into ancient Egyptian culture. The tour concludes in Memphis, the ancient capital, where you can see the colossal statue of Ramses II and the alabaster Sphinx, reflecting the city’s historical importance. Throughout the five-hour journey, private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off ensures a comfortable and convenient experience. This tour suits travelers interested in Egypt’s pharaonic heritage and archaeological history.

Exclusions

  • Tipping
  • Personal Items

Itinerary

Stop 1

starts At 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By tour guide to Start your full day tour visiting Sakkara Pyramid

Stop 2

Start your full day tour visiting Sakkara Pyramid, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for king Zoser), it is considered an important part of the process of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form.

Stop 3

The pyramid of Unas (Egyptian: Nfr swt Wnjs "Beautiful are the places of Unas") is a smooth-sided pyramid built in the 24th century BC for the Egyptian pharaoh Unas, the ninth and final king of the Fifth Dynasty.[9][a] It is the smallest Old Kingdom pyramid, but significant due to the discovery of Pyramid Texts, spells for the king's afterlife incised into the walls of its subterranean chambers. Inscribed for the first time in Unas's pyramid, the tradition of funerary texts carried on in the pyramids of subsequent rulers, through to the end of the Old Kingdom, and into the Middle Kingdom through the Coffin Texts that form the basis of the Book of the Dead.

Stop 4

The Pyramid of Teti, located in Saqqara, Egypt, is a captivating ancient structure built as the final resting place for Pharaoh Teti. Standing as a testament to the ingenuity and architectural prowess of the Old Kingdom, this pyramid attracts visitors from around the world with its impressive size and historical significance. Explore the chambers and corridors of this pyramid to uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic landmark.

Stop 5

The Mastaba of Ti is one of the most important archaeological sites of Saqqara. The mastaba was discovered by Auguste Mariette.

The mastaba contains two serdabs. The walls of the tomb show various scenes of everyday life.

Stop 6

Then Visit Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx are. this City Dates back to 3100 B.C.

At the end of the Tour you will be transferred back to your Hotel

At the end of the Tour around 13:00 pm you will be transferred back to your Hotel

Stop 7

Then Visit Dahshur Pyramids (Bent & Red Pyramids).Dahshur area is a royal necropolis located in the desert on the West Bank of the Nile approximately 40 kilometers (25 mi) south of Cairo. It is known chiefly for several Pyramids, two of which are Among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613–2589 BCE.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • You will find our tour guide/representative in the Lobby area holding a sign that shows our Company name

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available
  • Passport required

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

From $30 Per 1 adult