Private Tour to Dahshur Pyramids, Memphis, and Saqqara All Inclusive

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Private Tour to Dahshur Pyramids, Memphis, and Saqqara All InclusivePrivate Tour to Dahshur Pyramids, Memphis, and Saqqara All InclusivePrivate Tour to Dahshur Pyramids, Memphis, and Saqqara All Inclusive
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Why we love it?

This private 8-hour tour offers an in-depth exploration of ancient Egyptian history with visits to the Dahshur Pyramids, including the Bent and Red Pyramids, known for their age and preservation. You'll also discover the step pyramid complex at Saqqara, featuring the Djoser Step Pyramid and the burial chambers of King Unas, as well as the Serapeum of Saqqara, the burial site of the Apis bulls linked to the god Ptah. The tour includes a stop at the Imhotep Museum, which showcases artifacts from Saqqara excavations and honors the architect behind Egypt’s first stone structure. Afterward, you’ll visit Memphis, the ancient capital with significant archaeological sites. The experience includes transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, an Egyptologist guide, bottled water, and a traditional Egyptian lunch, with options for additional activities like shopping or a papyrus-making show. This tour suits travelers interested in archaeology and Egypt’s Old Kingdom history who prefer a flexible, private itinerary.

Inclusions

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Egyptologist guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch

Exclusions

  • Personal expenses
  • entry fees for all mentioned locations

Itinerary

Stop 1

Start Your Unconventional Day Tour explore the step pyramid Complex, which is considered to be the first building entirely made out of stone all over the world (Djoser Step Pyramid). The tour includes entering the pyramid of Teti of the king Unas which have the most spectacular burial chambers among all the accessible pyramids . Then you will Visit Serapeum of Saqqara is a serapeum located north west of the Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, a necropolis near Memphis. It was the burial place of the Apis bulls, living manifestations of the god Ptah. It was believed that the bulls became immortal after death as Osiris Apis, shortened to Serapis in the Hellenic period. The most ancient burials found at this site dates back to the reign of Amenhotep III. The last Place To Visit will Be Imhotep Museum the architect who designed the first complete stone structure ever in ancient Egypt , the museum includes 4 showrooms with very interesting artifacts discovered during excavations at Saqqara

Stop 2

Dahshur Pyramids (Bent and 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

Stop 3

Meals: Lunch
Local Egyptian Food

Stop 4

From Dahshur transfer to Memphis, the former capital city of ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom. Having once reigned as a cultural center for over 3,000 years, Memphis offers stunning ancient sites and intrigue.

Please Note

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller or pram accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible Cairo , Giza

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infants must sit on laps

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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