Private Day Tour of Memphis and Sakkara from Cairo

8 hours • Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided • Operated by Alsahel Teavel • 4.6 from 85 reviews

Why we love it?

This private 8-hour tour from Cairo offers a detailed exploration of ancient Egyptian sites with a knowledgeable Egyptologist guide and all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle. You will visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the Saqqara Pyramid, both significant early stone structures, with the option to enter these historic sites. The tour continues to Memphis, the first capital of Egypt, where you can see the alabaster sphinx and the 16-meter-high Statue of Ramses II, reflecting the city’s long history as a center of worship and culture. Finally, the itinerary includes a visit to Dahshur to view the Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid, royal necropolis landmarks built by King Snefru. Lunch at a local restaurant is included before returning to your hotel. This experience suits travelers interested in Egypt’s Old Kingdom history and archaeological heritage.
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Inclusions

  • Pick up services from your hotel / air port & return.
  • Private Egyptologist guide
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.

Exclusions

  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tipping

Itinerary

Step Pyramid of Djoser

we will pick you up from your hotel, to enjoy an excursion to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest major stone structure.
It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser, the museum of I mhotep, the tomb of a high official, the pyramid of king titi, the pyramid of king unas, proceed...

Saqqara Pyramid

After that transfer to Memphis, which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom,
It was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, The city reached a peak of prestige under the 6th dynasty as a centre for the worship of Ptah, the god of creation and artworks. The alabaster sphinx that guards the Temple of Ptah serves as a memorial of the city’s former power and prestige. The Memphis triad, consisting of the creator god Ptah, his consort Sekhmet, and their son Nefertem, formed the main focus of worship in the city. Memphis declined briefly after the 18th dynasty with the rise of Thebes and the New Kingdom, and was revived under the Persians before falling firmly into second place following the foundation of Alexandria and see the Statue of RamsesII-16 meters high, the alabasrar sphinx

Red Pyramid

Dahshuris a famous royal necropolis in Egypt holds many famous Pyramids includes the red and bent Pyraimds of king snefru. The site is about 40 km from Cairo, the city. Then proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant. you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Please Note

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller or pram accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Wheelchair accessible Please send us your accommodation details.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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