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Viator · Private tour

Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur

4.9(32)Cairo1 hour
VIATOR4.5(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(30)

Description

Discover the timeless wonders of ancient Egypt on this Private Cairo Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Pyramids. Accompanied by your professional Egyptologist guide, you’ll step back over 4,000 years to explore the world’s first pyramid at Saqqara, the majestic ancient capital of Memphis, and the awe-inspiring Red and Bent Pyramids of Dahshur—masterpieces rarely visited by crowds. Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Savor a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant, and capture incredible photos of Egypt’s earliest architectural marvels. Perfect for travelers who seek history, authenticity, and exclusivity, this private experience offers personalized attention, expert insights, and a seamless journey through Egypt’s most fascinating ancient sites all in one unforgettable day from Cairo.

Tour Options

Tour without Entry Fees &Lunch
  • Tour without Entry Fees &Lunch Pickup included
Tour+Lunch without Entry Fees
  • Tour+Lunch without Entry Fees Pickup included
Tour + lunch + Entrance fees
  • Tour + lunch + Entrance fees Pickup included

Itinerary

45 min

pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Admission not included60 min

Memphis was Egypt's first capital and a center of power for over 3,000 years. See the Colossal Statue of Ramses II, one of the largest and most impressive statues of any pharaoh. Explore the open-air museum, which houses various relics and artifacts from the Old Kingdom.

180 min

Saqqara is home to Egypt's first pyramid, the Step Pyramid of Djoser. Discover the evolution of pyramid construction as you explore the step pyramid complex, built by architect Imhotep. Visit the Tomb of Ti and other fascinating tombs with stunning wall carvings that date back to the Old Kingdom.

120 min

Dahshur is a quieter site that features some of Egypt's most unique pyramids. Explore the Bent Pyramid, known for its unusual shape, and learn about its architectural significance. Visit the Red Pyramid, Egypt's first true smooth-sided pyramid, an incredible feat of engineering. Enjoy a panoramic view of the pyramids in the serene desert surroundings.

45 min

After exploring Saqqara, enjoy a delicious traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant, where you can sample local dishes such as koshari, falafel, grilled meats, and more. This lunch will give you a break and a taste of Egyptian cuisine before continuing to the next site.

30 min

After visiting the impressive sites of Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur, your guide will take you back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza, concluding your day with unforgettable memories of Egypt’s ancient wonders.

Highlights

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
Non-English guides available upon request for an additional $30 fee
• Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers
• Entrance fees to Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur sites
• Taxes and service charges
• Bottled water
• Authentic Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant

What's included

Included
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
Non-English guides available upon request for an additional $30 fee
• Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers
• Entrance fees to Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur sites
• Taxes and service charges
• Bottled water
• Authentic Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
Not included
• Gratuities (tipping for guide and driver)

Pickup Locations & Times

pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Traveller Ratings

4.9
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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(32)

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Paul A
June 14, 2026
Informative

Pick up from hotel on time, Sam our guide was brilliant, saw everything we needed to see, would highly recommend

Operator response

Thanks a lot for amazing review 😍🙏

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904randells
May 18, 2026
Brilliant tour guide

We spent the day with Mohammed as our guide. He showed us so many incredible parts of Giza and Cairo. It really was an incredible experience. He is super knowledgeable and has excellent attention to detail - taking the time to explain all of the history to us and helping us to capture some amazing content. I would definitely be recommend him!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind recommendation We are delighted to hear that you had an incredible experience exploring Saqqara, Memphis, Dahshur, and the famous Red Pyramid with Mohammed. Providing detailed historical explanations, professional guidance, and helping guests capture unforgettable memories is always our goal. It’s great to know that the tour gave you the chance to discover some of Egypt’s most fascinating ancient sites beyond the Giza Pyramids, including the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, the ancient capital of Memphis, and the unique Red Pyramid in Dahshur. Your feedback means a lot to us and helps future travelers looking for the best private tours in Cairo and Giza. Thank you again for choosing our Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur. We hope to welcome you back soon for more unforgettable Egypt adventures and historical experiences

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birkthomas
May 4, 2026
Highly qualified Guide and Driver -> best tour ever

Our driver Mohammed drove very comfortably and calmly through the tough and hectic traffic of Cairo. He was perfectly punctual and always available and ready to leave when we arrived at the car, heading for the next station. Our guide, the well-educated Sahar Elsharif, did a great job showing us around — she was really doing the tour with heart ❤️. She informed us about what to see at the next points, talked knowledgeably about the facts and interesting details, and helped us to focus on the important things while addressing questions and special interests we came with. Additionally she is personable and seems to be an interested and interesting part of society. I have never before had a tour guide with so much knowledge — even when we asked questions that were not necessarily connected to the tour. I wish to have more guides and drivers like you and wish you all the best.

Operator response

Thank you so much for this incredible and detailed review We are truly proud that your experience with our Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur met your expectations and more. At Ramses Egypt, we always aim to deliver not just a tour, but a memorable journey through Egypt’s most iconic historical sites. It’s wonderful to hear your kind words about our professional driver Mohammed, ensuring a safe and comfortable ride through Cairo’s busy streets, and our expert guide Sahar Elsharif, whose deep knowledge and passion for Egyptian history make every moment of the tour engaging and meaningful. Exploring Saqqara, the ancient capital of Memphis, and the impressive Red Pyramid in Dahshur is truly a unique experience, and we’re delighted that you appreciated the detailed explanations, flexibility, and personalized attention throughout the tour. Your feedback motivates us to continue providing top quality private tours in Cairo, with experienced guides, comfortable transportation, and exceptional service tailored to every traveler.

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K6371VVerikah
March 13, 2026
Dashur, Memphis, Sakkara

Dashur, Memphis and Sakkara is very interesting. Mohamed, the driver is perfect.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your great review We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur. These ancient sites are some of the most fascinating historical locations in Egypt, and we are happy that you found Dahshur, Memphis, and Saqqara so interesting. It’s also wonderful to know that Mohamed, your driver, provided you with a perfect and comfortable experience during the tour. At Ramses Egypt, we always strive to offer professional service, reliable transportation, and memorable private tours around Cairo and Giza. Thank you for choosing Ramses Egypt for your Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur. We truly hope to welcome you again in Egypt for more amazing historical tours and unforgettable experiences.

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annemariem973
February 21, 2026
Good and interesting tour but ask for optional Museum entry if you don’t wish to go shopping for carpet, oils or spice.

Prompt pickup, polite driver and guide. Good tour, good information. We think that once we made it clear that we did not want to visit the carpet, oil or spice shops the tour added in, they should have offered the Imhotep Museum option (at our cost) in Saqqara. It seemed like early tour finish was more the priority.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your detailed and honest feedback. We truly appreciate you choosing our Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur and for highlighting the punctual driver and knowledgeable guide. We’re very happy that you enjoyed exploring the ancient history of Saqqara, Memphis, and the impressive Red Pyramid — some of the most important Old Kingdom sites in Egypt. Regarding your suggestion about the Imhotep Museum, thank you for mentioning this valuable point. On all our private tours, we always aim to be flexible and customize the experience according to our guests’ interests. Optional shopping stops are never mandatory, and we completely respect when guests prefer to focus purely on history and archaeology. Your feedback helps us improve, and we will make sure that our guides proactively offer alternative cultural visits — such as adding the Imhotep Museum (entry ticket at guest’s expense) — whenever guests prefer to skip shopping stops. Our goal is to provide a truly personalized archaeological tour experience, not a commercial one. We are proud that our Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur tour remains one of the best private pyramid tours near Cairo, offering deep historical insight, comfortable transportation, and professional Egyptologist guidance. We hope to welcome you again for another private historical tour in Egypt — perhaps to explore more hidden gems beyond the pyramids. Thank you again for your constructive review and recommendation.

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ANNEMARIE_M
February 21, 2026
Good though if you don’t want to go shopping ask to visit Imhotep Museum (at your cost) instead.

Punctual driver and guide. Pyramids and history very interesting. Once we strongly advised our guide we were not interested in the carpet, oil or spice shops he wanted to take us to, he could/should have offered us the choice of paying entry and visiting the Imhotep Museum instead of finishing early so he could go home. We would have loved the option and still finished in good time.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your detailed and honest feedback. We truly appreciate you choosing our Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur and for highlighting the punctual driver and knowledgeable guide. We’re very happy that you enjoyed exploring the ancient history of Saqqara, Memphis, and the impressive Red Pyramid — some of the most important Old Kingdom sites in Egypt. Regarding your suggestion about the Imhotep Museum, thank you for mentioning this valuable point. On all our private tours, we always aim to be flexible and customize the experience according to our guests’ interests. Optional shopping stops are never mandatory, and we completely respect when guests prefer to focus purely on history and archaeology. Your feedback helps us improve, and we will make sure that our guides proactively offer alternative cultural visits — such as adding the Imhotep Museum (entry ticket at guest’s expense) — whenever guests prefer to skip shopping stops. Our goal is to provide a truly personalized archaeological tour experience, not a commercial one. We are proud that our Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur tour remains one of the best private pyramid tours near Cairo, offering deep historical insight, comfortable transportation, and professional Egyptologist guidance. We hope to welcome you again for another private historical tour in Egypt — perhaps to explore more hidden gems beyond the pyramids. Thank you again for your constructive review and recommendation.

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Simone_A
February 4, 2026
Very good trip, recommend...

Very good trip, recommend for a comprehensive tour of what the area has besides the most famous pyramids. Lunch was also good!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled that you enjoyed our Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis, and Dahshur. Most people only see the Giza Plateaus, but as you mentioned, the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the Red Pyramid offer a truly unique and comprehensive look into Ancient Egypt’s history. We take great pride in our hand-picked lunch spots to ensure a full authentic experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to see you again for another adventure in Egypt! Safe travels

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jilr2025
February 1, 2026
Very informative!

The driver was excellent and the guide was excited about the information and tried to make it fun at the same time! She let us go at our own pace and answered all our questions.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the driver’s service and our guide’s energy and passion. At Ramses Egypt Tours, we always strive to make every tour not only informative but also fun and relaxed, allowing our guests to explore at their own pace. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and will surely help other travelers feel confident choosing this Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & the Red Pyramid in Dahshur. We can’t wait to welcome you or your friends on another unforgettable journey through Egypt! 🇪🇬✨

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U8322LOb_
January 23, 2026
Great tour

They took me to various places. The driver, Mr. Maggette, was the best, and we had fun sightseeing, having his photo taken and talking about things!

Operator response

素晴らしいレビューをお寄せいただき、誠にありがとうございます。 Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur をお楽しみいただけたこと、大変嬉しく思います。 サッカラ、メンフィス、赤いピラミッドなど、さまざまな場所を巡りながら、リラックスして観光していただけたとのこと、本当に光栄です。 特にドライバーのマゲットへのお言葉、ありがとうございます。写真撮影のお手伝いや会話を通じて、楽しい思い出作りのお手伝いができたことを誇りに思います。 当ツアーは、完全プライベート・柔軟なスケジュール・経験豊富なドライバーを特徴とし、混雑の少ない古代エジプトの名所をじっくり体験できる内容となっております。 初めてのエジプト旅行の方にも、安心してご参加いただけるツアーです。 またエジプトにお越しの際は、ぜひ別のツアーでもお会いできることを楽しみにしております。 ありがとうございました。 Ramses Egypt

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itsukio2025
January 23, 2026
Best tour

It was great to be able to take us where we wanted to go and also to share some trivia with us!! The red pyramids, the refracted pyramids and the stair pyramids were great!!

Operator response

この度は、Private Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Red Pyramid in Dahshur にご参加いただき、そして素晴らしいレビューを本当にありがとうございます。 サッカラ、メンフィス、赤いピラミッド、屈折ピラミッド、そして階段ピラミッドをすべてお楽しみいただけたとのこと、私たちもとても嬉しく思います。 お客様の「行きたい場所」に合わせた完全プライベートツアーと、歴史や豆知識を交えたご案内を評価していただき、心より感謝いたします。 ギザとは違い、混雑の少ない本物の古代エジプト遺跡をじっくり体験できるのが、このサッカラ&ダハシュールツアーの最大の魅力です。 写真撮影、見学ペース、興味に合わせた柔軟な対応も、当ツアーが多くのお客様に選ばれている理由の一つです。 またエジプトにお越しの際は、ぜひ別のツアーでもお会いできることを楽しみにしております。 本当にありがとうございました。

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