Memphis, Saqqara & Dahshur Guided Private Tour
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Join a NASCOTOURS and set out from your Cairo hotel on a half-day expedition to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis for an alternative exploration of Egypt's historical gems. First, visit the Djoser Pyramid at Saqqara, followed by the Bent and Red Pyramids at Dahshur. Conclude your journey in Memphis, ancient Egypt's capital. Return to your hotel with unforgettable memories of these wonders. Highlights Djoser Pyramid: This step pyramid is one of the earliest colossal stone buildings in Egypt, designed by the architect Imhotep for Pharaoh Djoser. It marks a significant evolution in pyramid construction. Dahshur: Known for its unique shape, this pyramid was an experimental attempt at smooth-sided pyramids by Pharaoh Snefru Memphis: Once the capital of ancient Egypt, Memphis is home to a wealth of archaeological treasures, including statues, temples, and artifacts that reflect its historical significance.
Inclusions
What's included
- Greek - French - English speaking assistant
- A Specialized Guide.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Taxes and Fees.
Itinerary
Step into the "Birth of the Stone Age." This tour brings you to the Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s oldest monumental stone structure. Witness Imhotep’s genius as he stacked six "mastabas" to create the iconic Step Pyramid, forever changing how pharaohs touched the sky.
Witness the "Experimental Era" of Ancient Egypt. This tour takes you to the Bent Pyramid, where a structural mistake created an icon, and the Red Pyramid, the world’s first successful smooth-sided masterpiece.
Step into the "City of the White Walls." Once the beating heart of the Old Kingdom, Memphis is where Egypt’s first pharaohs ruled. Marvel at the colossal Statue of Ramesses II and the massive Alabaster Sphinx in this open-air museum of fallen giants.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- NASCO Tours
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Cairo
- Its from-price is 137% above the median of the 2673 day trips we list in Cairo.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cairo
Cairo is Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, where the Pyramids of Giza meet medieval mosques, busy bazaars and the treasures of the pharaohs.
On the western edge of the city, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx rise from the desert plateau, with the step pyramid of Saqqara and the ruins of Memphis further south. Cairo's great museums, the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square and the vast Grand Egyptian Museum beside the plateau, hold artefacts spanning thousands of years.
Top-ranked sights in Cairo: Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), Saqqara (Sakkara), Khan El-Khalili.
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