While many visitors to Egypt focus only on the Giza Pyramids, this half-day tour offers a unique opportunity to explore some of the country's lesser-known ancient wonders. Journey to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis and uncover the secrets of Egypt’s past. With the guidance of an Egyptologist, visit the Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the world’s oldest step pyramid, and see the fascinating Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid at Dahshur. You’ll also explore Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, to gain deeper insights into its historical significance. Avoid the hassle of arranging transport and enhance your experience by choosing an upgrade that includes lunch.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Entry/Admission - Memphis and Sakkara
✔ Tour guide
✔ Entry/Admission - Pyramid of Unas
✔ Entry/Admission - Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
✔ Entry/Admission - Bent Pyramid
✔ Entry/Admission - Pyramid of Teti
✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✔ Private tour
✔ Bottled water
✔ Entry/Admission - Mastaba of Ti
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Pyramids Lights Hotel
2. Zamalek House Hotel
3. Happy Day Pyramids View Hotel
4. Pyramids Key
5. King Tout Hotel Pyramids View
6. Central Cairo Hotel
7. Pyramid Front Hotel
8. Pyramids Glory Inn
9. Four Elements
10. Zeina Pyramids View
11. Metropolitano
12. Wow Pyramids Inn
13. Hassan Pyramids Hotel
14. Villa Khufu Pyramids Hotel
15. Pyramids Heritage Inn
16. Nefertari Pyramids View Inn
17. Aziz Egypt Pyramids View
18. King Khafren View INN
19. Marwa Palace Hotel Cairo
20. Grand Museum Guest House, Pyramids View
Additional Info: The driver will wait for you with a signboard with the lead travel name.
Itinerary
1
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
Your tour begins with a pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by a tour guide. First, visit Saqqara, located 27 km southwest of Cairo. Explore the Step Pyramid, built for King Zoser, which marks a significant development in pyramid construction, evolving from simple mastabas to the iconic pyramids we recognize today.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Memphis and Sakkara
Next, travel to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, dating back to 3100 B.C. Here, you will see the colossal statue of Ramses II and the magnificent Alabaster Sphinx, remnants of Egypt's glorious past.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Bent Pyramid
Continue to the Dahshur necropolis, approximately 40 kilometers south of Cairo. Visit the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, two of Egypt's oldest, largest, and best-preserved pyramids, dating from 2613 to 2589 BCE.
Duration: 1.5 hours
4
Pyramid of Teti
Explore the Pyramid of Teti in Saqqara, the final resting place of Pharaoh Teti. Discover the pyramid's chambers and corridors, which showcase the architectural ingenuity of Egypt's Old Kingdom.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Pyramid of Unas
Visit the Pyramid of Unas, known for its intricate pyramid texts carved on the walls, offering insight into the religious beliefs of ancient Egypt.
Duration: 30 minutes
6
Mastaba of Ti
Your last stop is the Mastaba of Ti, an important archaeological site in Saqqara. Discovered by Auguste Mariette, this mastaba features intricate carvings depicting everyday life in ancient Egypt and contains two serdabs, or statues chambers.
Duration: 30 minutes
7
Cairo
After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
