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Viator · Private tour

Private Cairo Day Tour To Memphis Sakkara & Dahshur Pyramids

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Description

Discover ancient Egypt’s remarkable history with our Private Cairo Day Tour taking you to the Memphis Sakkara & Dahshur Pyramids. Be captivated by the architectural grandeur of Egypt's first capital, Memphis, and the iconic Step Pyramid at Sakkara. Witness the unusual Bent Pyramid alongside the stunning Red Pyramid at Dahshur. Soak in the vibrant chronicles of ancient civilizations, and enjoy a day steeped in history and culture, tailored to offer you a personal and enriching experience. Note : At the time of booking, two pricing options are available: Private Tour and Group Tour.

Tour Options

Private Tour
Group Tour
  • Group Tour

Itinerary

60 min

hen Visit Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx are. this City Dates back to 3100 B.C.

60 min

starts At 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza By Emo Tours guide to Start your full day tour visiting Sakkara Pyramid, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid (Built for king Zoser), it is considered an important part of the process of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form.

60 min

Then Visit Dahshur Pyramids (Bent & Red Pyramids).Dahshur area is a royal necropolis located in the desert on the West Bank of the Nile approximately 40 kilometers (25 mi) south of Cairo. It is known chiefly for several Pyramids, two of which are Among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613–2589 BCE.

60 min

Visit Alabaster Sphinx . After you are done with your tour start take you back to your hotel.

Admission not included30 min

The Mastaba of Ti is one of the most important archaeological sites of Saqqara. The mastaba was discovered by Auguste Mariette.[1] The mastaba contains two serdabs.[2] The walls of the tomb show various scenes of everyday life. Ti (also spelled Ty) was a senior official and royal architect in the Fifth Dynasty who served under several kings.[3] He oversaw the sun temples of Neferirkare and Niuserre.[4] His wife was Neferhetepes.

Admission not included15 min

The pyramid of Unas (Egyptian: Nfr swt Wnjs "Beautiful are the places of Unas") is a smooth-sided pyramid built in the 24th century BC for the Egyptian pharaoh Unas, the ninth and final king of the Fifth Dynasty.[9][a] It is the smallest Old Kingdom pyramid, but significant due to the discovery of Pyramid Texts, spells for the king's afterlife incised into the walls of its subterranean chambers. Inscribed for the first time in Unas's pyramid, the tradition of funerary texts carried on in the pyramids of subsequent rulers, through to the end of the Old Kingdom, and into the Middle Kingdom through the Coffin Texts that form the basis of the Book of the Dead.

Admission not included15 min

The Pyramid of Teti, located in Saqqara, Egypt, is a captivating ancient structure built as the final resting place for Pharaoh Teti. Standing as a testament to the ingenuity and architectural prowess of the Old Kingdom, this pyramid attracts visitors from around the world with its impressive size and historical significance. Explore the chambers and corridors of this pyramid to uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic landmark.

Highlights

Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Entry Fees
guide on site

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Entry Fees
guide on site
Not included
Personal Items
Tipping

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entry fees includes basic area only
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen

Reviews(1)

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Kennedy_R
April 30, 2023
Awesome!

Awesome guide, very knowledgeable, and highly recommend the tour. Loved it and if you want to see these sites this is the tour!