Saqqara Pyramid Tour: Explore the Largest Archaeological Site and Historic Memphis City
5.0
37 Ratings
Cairo

Elevate your experience with a knowledgeable tour guide as you venture through Saqqara, the grandest archaeological site. Follow this with a trip to the debut capital of Egypt, ‘Memphis’. Wrap up your tour on a thrilling note with an exploration of Dahshur!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - We will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to join our tour guide to visit:
    Saqqara Step Pyramid
    The earliest large-scale cut stone construction was built during the 27th century B.C. It has 6 unequal stages built above one another with a height of 62.5 m during the reign of King Djoser.

  • Memphis and Sakkara - It was the first capital of ancient Egypt and it contains the biggest Alabaster Sphinx which belongs to King Rames II. This bewitching site was believed to be under the protection of the god Ptah, the patron of craftsmen.

  • Dahshur lake - Dahshur is one of Memphis’s most important cemeteries and is one of many vast necropoleis located in the great Ancient Egypt Capital. The Dahshur area contains pyramids of the IV and the XII Dynasties. Here you will find the Pyramid of Amenemhat II, and the Pyramid of Amenemhat III.

What's Included
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Cairo
  • Lunch meal included
  • Guided tours with a professional Egyptologist
  • All service charges and taxes covered
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transfers
What's Not Included
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Cairo
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
5.0
(37 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Jonathanwq7383gl
May 27, 2024
Perfect Guide for the Pyramids! - Our guide Ahmed Refaat and our driver Adel were amazing in providing us a tour of the Pyramids! Ahmed was extremely knowledgeable and made sure to provide us a huge amount of historical context for the Pyramids that you normally would not be able to find elsewhere and it was fascinating learning all of the history in addition to seeing the Pyramids themselves. Ahmed even went above and beyond in taking care of us, providing us water and local drinks to ensure we weren't thirsty and lending us his sunglasses when it was peak brightness outside. Would definitely recommend Ahmed for anyone who is interested in having a spectacular tour of the Pyramids!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Alicecy2335xm
May 11, 2024
Excellent - Mohammed Osman took great care of us all day. We got great knowledge of all the sights and we really enjoyed the experience.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
869wadet
May 10, 2024
Great experience with Egypt Tours and Abanoub!!! - Thank you to Egypt Tours and especially Abanoub. Abanoub and the driver were waiting for us on time for collection. Abanoubs knowledge was great and he answered all of the questions we had to ask. He knew the right places for those special photos and was very patient. Would highly recommend.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Noras455
May 5, 2024
Best Guide in Cairo - Ahmed Rezk was an extraordinary guide in Cairo. All advices , knowledge of Egypt was delivered to us. Very respectful and polite. Highly recommended. We felt very comfortable and no worries with him.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Moiza158
Apr 29, 2024
Excellent itinerary - Great itinerary handling by Amera, who was helpful, friendly and incredibly patient. Thanks for all the support throughout
Review provided by Tripadvisor
522kentl
Apr 9, 2024
Excellent - It was amazing. They did everything 5 Star. I've traveled the world using many tourist agency this was by far the best. Our guide Ahmed Refaat was exceptional along with our driver and their equipment.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
884fahimehs
Mar 20, 2024
Egypt l with Ahmed refaat - We visited Sakura and pyramids of Giza with guide Ahmed Refaat and driver belal it was a life’s dream. Ahmed was just perfect. He explained everything carefully, was so kind and friendly, and went out of his way to make sure my day was exactly as I wanted. I’ve been all over the world and this was in the top 5 tours I’ve ever taken. You owe this to yourself to see these places, and ask for Ahmed. You won’t be disappointed. Ahmed navigated us safely through lots of traffic and was the perfect driver. I won’t ever forget this day and I feel like I’ve met two friends in Egypt.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
736nereydar
Jan 16, 2024
Excellent - Great tour with our guide Alim, it exceeded our expectations and is an experience that anyone would remember
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Jaidev
Jan 15, 2024
Ahmed Refaat was the best guide - Ahmed Refaat was the best guide. He knew detailed aspects of each location on our tour and provided historical context and gave in-depth knowledge. He is very passionate about his craft and it shows how good he is, he also knows the best places to take photos. Wonderful guide thanks Ahmed.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Annie9740
Jun 8, 2024
Cairo private tour - It was a very nice experience seeing the Pyramids and temples first time. The sites are amazing although the weather is really hot! Ahmed Rezk is a good guide and explained the historical background well.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
minimum 2 guests
-
up to 12 guests
2 Adult
June 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today