Cairo Day Tour: Giza Pyramids, Memphis, Sakkara & Dahshur Exploration

Embark on an immersive 8-hour Cairo day tour to Giza Pyramids, Memphis City, Sakkara, and Dahshur. Uncover the secrets of ancient Egypt and marvel at its iconic structures.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Giza Plateau - Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour. The Giza Pyramid Complex, also called the Giza Necropolis, is the site on the Giza Plateau in Greater Cairo, Egypt that includes the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx of Giza. All were built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. The site also includes several cemeteries and the remains of a workers village.

The site is at the edges of the Western Desert, approximately 9 kilometers (5.6 mi) west of the Nile River in the city of Giza, and about 13 kilometers (8 mi) southwest of the city center of Cairo

  • Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu) - Khufu’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman; diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been found but the site has not been excavated
  • Khafre’s Pyramid - Khafre’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860
  • Menkaure Pyramid - Menkaure’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple.
  • Great Sphinx - Memphis City it was the first Capital of Egypt was found in 3100 BC and you will see there Ramses the 2nd Statue and The Alabaster Sphinx
  • Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - Saqqara is an Egyptian village in Giza Governorate, that’s world-widely known for its vast, ancient burial ground of Egyptians kings and royals, serving as the necropolis for the ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. Saqqara contains numerous pyramids, including the world-famous Step pyramid of Djoser, sometimes referred to as the Step Tomb, and a number of mastaba tombs. Located some 30 km (19 mi) south of modern-day Cairo, Saqqara covers an area of around 7 by 1.5 km (4.3 by 0.9 mi).
  • Dahshur - Dahshur[transliteration ] (in English often called Dashur; Arabic: دهشور Dahšūr pronounced [dɑhˈʃuːɾ], Coptic: ⲧⲁϩϭⲟⲩⲣ Dahshur) is an ancient Egyptian pyramid complex and necropolis and shares the name of the nearby village of Manshiyyat Dahshur (Arabic: منشأة دهشور) in markaz Badrashin, Giza.

Dahshur is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is located on the Western Desert plateau at the edge of the cultivated plain, and along with the pyramid complexes at Saqqara, Abusir, and Giza, to its north, forms the pyramid fields of the ancient capital city of Memphis. It is known chiefly for several pyramids, mainly Senefru’s Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, which are among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613 to 2589 BC.

  • Memphis and Sakkara - Memphis was the ancient capital of Inebu-hedj, the first nome of Lower Egypt that was known as mḥw (“north”).[3] Its ruins are located near the modern town of Mit Rahina, 20 km (12 mi) south of Giza in Greater Cairo, Egypt. Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo or Giza

  • Gizeh Plateau - The Giza Plateau is a limestone plateau in Giza, Egypt, the site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza pyramid complex, which includes the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers’ village and an industrial complex. It forms the northernmost part of the 16,000 ha Pyramid Fields in the Western Desert edge of the Nile Valley that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Memphis and its Necropolis.

The plateau is elevated approximately 60 meters above sea-level.

  • Panoramic view of the Pyramids - Explore the timeless wonder of the ancient pyramids with our Panoramic view tour. Behold the majestic structures from all angles as you take in the breathtaking beauty of these iconic landmarks. Our expert guides will provide you with fascinating insights into the history and significance of the pyramids, making this an unforgettable experience.
  • Pyramid of Unas - Enhance your home decor with the magnificent Pyramid of Unas replica. This stunning piece features intricate detailing and a striking design that will add a touch of ancient Egyptian elegance to any room. Crafted with quality materials, this pyramid is a perfect addition to any collector’s display or history enthusiast’s collection. Bring a piece of ancient history into your home with the Pyramid of Unas.
  • Pyramid of Teti - 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.
  • Pyramids of Giza - Visit the most famous landmark in Egypt which Pyramids of Giza where you visit Cheops pyramid and the great Sphinx
What's Included
  • Private tour
  • Expert tour guide
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • All entry fees included
What's Not Included
  • Tipping
  • Personal Items
  • Lunch at Local restaurant (Optional)
Additional Information

Uncover the Wonders of Egypt with Our Cairo Day Tour

Embark on a journey through Egypt’s ancient wonders with our all-encompassing Cairo day tour. This one-day adventure is crafted for avid explorers, taking you straight to the heart of Egypt’s most captivating historical landmarks, beginning with the magnificent Giza Pyramids. Marvel at these timeless structures before heading to the ancient capital, Memphis City. After delving into the rich history of Memphis, the tour continues to Sakkara, home to the Step Pyramid, one of Egypt’s earliest monumental constructions. The day concludes at Dahshur, where you can admire the Bent and Red Pyramids. Discover hidden gems and relive ancient glories with us on this enthralling day tour.

Entry fees include basic area access only.

  • Entry fees includes basic area only
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Location
Giza Plateau
Cancellation Policy

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

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Maria_b
Oct 3, 2024
Great ! - Great ! Well organized. The guide rahab was very knowledgeable and kind. Everything was great. I recommend going inside the Saqqara pyramid, there’s more to see there.
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Yasirg2016
Oct 1, 2024
Great tour of some very historical sites close to Cairo - My guide was Suad and the driver was Muhammad. This tour was really enjoyable and Suad was very knowledgable as well as being very helpful in taking photos of us. The tour covered some of the really important sites around Cairo and each was interesting in its own right. We also went to a nice buffet restaurant for lunch.
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Paul_d
Oct 1, 2024
EXCELLENT SEVICE EXCELLENT COMPANY REMO TOURS - From pick up to end perfect our guide Mohammed Ali and driver Abdul in a late model air condition car Driver would open doors had cooler with cold water did fast fast track guide got us in out with ease took plenty of great picture of us
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Regina_c
Sep 29, 2024
Book a private tour to the pyramids of Giza - Excellent private tour with Mahmood, the tour guide. He is a great character making Egyptology fun and easier to remember. We had fun! Thank you to Walid for his excellent driving. Great value so please support this tour
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Rodothea26
Sep 28, 2024
A must-do!! - It was definitely worth it! Our driver Adel and our tour guide Hazem made sure we were always comfortable and having a good time. We felt no rush at all and we had enough time to do whatever was needed. We specifically enjoyed the camel ride which was a must-do, and Hazem told us everything about all the sites we visited. Overall a great experience which you cannot miss!
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Nataliafl2051xc
Sep 28, 2024
Amazing! - We really enjoyed our day with our amazing tour guide Hazem and our driver Adel! It was an experience we were really looking forward to and it lived up to our expectations. They made sure we had the best experience possible. Hazel took us to crips with visible hieroglyphs, that are a select few on the Giza plato. Moreover, he took amazing pictures for us to remember the day!
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Pstirlingbigpondcom
Sep 26, 2024
Amazing Tour on the hands of a Fabulous Guide! - We enjoyed this full day tour with EMO Tours and thei fantastic tour guide Mira (Mirna Atef) who was more than a extremely competent and knowledgeable guide, but also a great photographer and helpful. Could not recommend her any higher! Thank you heaps!
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Chelsey_p
Sep 26, 2024
Perfect day - To do was an amazing guide that really made our tour an unforgettable experience! 10/10 he was very knowledgeable and helpful
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Bradd
Sep 28, 2024
Great experience but… - Tour was great and guide was great. I didn’t like being taken to a papyrus center that was clearly a scam to force you to buy overpriced bad art on papyrus.
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D_ric98
Sep 25, 2024
Absolutely not recommended - The tour guide was bad. She skipped some places mentioned in the program description and we visited the sights in random order. Her knowledge was questionable about egyption history. She repeated the same basic things all over again and we got poor information. This was true for the whole day, she didn't tell us where we are going next, we have to ask everything, but she mostly misunderstood our questions. We told her that we wanted to go inside Teti pyramid and she skipped that too, without telling us anything. She added random stops not mentioned in the description, where the locals demanded tips. Also when we wanted to go somewhere (inside pyramids) she always said that it is closed at this time, or we had to pay extra money for that (Sphinx), but it was included in our ticket. Our driver was OK. If you want to have a great day choose another tour.
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