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Cairo day trip to Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur

★★★★★ 5.0 (46 reviews) 8 Hours Private Giza Plateau
Trip overview

Cairo day trip to Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur

Begin your Cairo day tour with a visit to Saqqara, where you will explore the Zoser Step Pyramid, renowned as the oldest pyramid ever constructed. The next stop on your Cairo day trip and Cairo Egypt day tours will be Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. You will come into contact with the monument of that distinguished general, the statue of Pharaoh Ramses II. Continue traveling to Dahshur to see the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, the first evolution of pyramids, and a key highlight of many Memphis and Saqqara tours included in Excursions in Cairo.

This Egypt tour is probably the best in its combination of ancient Egyptian architecture and history, accompanied by a highly qualified Egyptologist.

Tour highlights

What makes this day different

Zoser Step Pyramid at Saqqara

Memphis

Bent Pyramid 

Red Pyramid Dahshur

The route

Your itinerary, stop by stop

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Cairo tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur

After your breakfast at the hotel, and having fun, an experienced Egypt day tour guide will accompany you for a full-day private Cairo tour in an air-conditioned vehicle so you can see the most iconic sites of Giza.

Head to visit Saqqara—The Step Pyramid of Djoser

Start your Cairo day tour in Saqqara to receive a visit to the Step Pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser, the world's first large-scale stone building and an architectural breakthrough that paved the way for the pyramids. Your guide will discuss the history of this six-tiered work of art, indicating its construction by the genius architect Imhotep. This stop is a highlight in many Memphis and Saqqara tours included in Excursions in Cairo.

Memphis

Your next destination will be a visit to Memphis, the first capital of united Egypt and a center of culture, power, and religion in ancient times. Stroll through the open-air museum and view intriguing artifacts, such as the giant limestone colossus of Ramses II, part of many Cairo, Egypt day tours.

Dahshur – The Bent and Red Pyramids

We will end the day at Dahshur Necropolis, the location of two of Egypt's most intriguing pyramids. Start with the Bent Pyramid, famous for its bent shape, and learn about the issues faced by ancient architects. Move on to the Red Pyramid, the first successful smooth-sided pyramid and an engineering accomplishment for its time.

At the end of your Cairo day tour, your driver will take you back to your hotel safely and comfortably, completing one of the most comprehensive day trips from Cairo that reveal the wonders of ancient Egypt.

What’s included

Everything’s taken care of

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Expert Egyptologist guide during your tour.
  • Entrance fees for all sightseeing are included in Egypt trips.
  • All service charges and taxes are included.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transportation.

Not included

  • Tipping.
  • The tour package excludes everything that isn't included in the itinerary.
Prices

One rate all year — the more of you, the less each pays

Group sizePrice per person
Solo travellerPrivate tour for one US$ 290/ person
2–4 travellers US$ 160/ person
5–8 travellers US$ 110/ person
9–14 travellers US$ 100/ person
  • Prices may vary based on the season and group size.
  • Rates typically cover entrance fees, transportation, and guided Egypt tours.
  • The package includes standard costs but extra charges will occur for optional activities that are excluded from the package.
  • Children's discounts may be available depending on age and operator policy.
  • Prices are usually quoted in USD or EGP and may be subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
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What travelers say

Stories from real explorers

Don't take our word for it — here's what our guests share after their day with us.

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46 reviews on Tripadvisor
★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hoda was an amazing guide, sharing with us her incredible knowledge about the history and culture of Egypt. She is a warm and caring person, helping us meet our "wish-list' items on this trip!!

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K E Bat
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

I highly recommend Hoda. She is a wonderful guide for English speaking travelers. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for Egyptian history and culture is infectious. She made my tour of Egypt a trip of a lifetime.

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Valerie S
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hany is a knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful guide. He can tailor a personalized tour to what you want to see, or can plan an entire itinerary. He is incredibly responsive and dependable. Hands down the best way to see E...

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Vicky
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Why choose us

The Egypt Day Trips difference

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Real local expertise

Guides who are historians and archaeologists first — the stories guidebooks never tell.

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Tailored to you

Start late, linger longer, swap a stop — your day flexes around you, never the other way round.

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One honest price

Transport, tickets and guide all in — no hidden fees, no awkward surprises at the gate.

FAQs

All You Need to Know Before You Go

A luxury Egypt tour takes in privacy and flexibility to ensure superb service and comfort-for travelers who want to indulge deeper into Egypt's history and beauty in an exclusive manner.

A tour of luxury Egypt is best taken from October through April, as the weather during this time is cooler and comfier for sightseeing and cruising.

The length of a typical Egypt luxury tour can range between seven and ten days, though shorter or longer options are available for your consideration and travel interests.

Many are enjoying a fully private, customized Egypt luxury tour to receive one-on-one guiding attention and all services and access of an exclusive nature. 

Yes, a luxury Egypt tour can be made family-friendly with private tours and accommodations suitable for children, yet flexible for all ages.

Yes, private transfers are a prime aspect of luxury tours in Egypt; they provide a personal touch, rendering the trip practical and comfortable from the moment you arrive.

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