Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Tour

Explore the early pyramid age of Egypt on this guided tour from Cairo, away from the crowds of Giza. Begin at Saqqara to see the world’s first stone pyramid, visit Memphis, Egypt’s ancient capital, to meet the colossal statue of Ramses II, and finish at Dahshur to discover the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid. With an expert Egyptologist guide and comfortable transport, you’ll see how pyramid building evolved from its first experiments to the true pyramid.

Tour Highlights:

• Discover the Step Pyramid of Djoser: See the world’s first large stone pyramid, built around 2650 BC.
• Walk through Djoser’s funerary complex: Explore the colonnaded entrance, courtyards, and ceremonial structures.
• Explore the tombs of the nobles: Admire painted reliefs showing daily life in ancient Egypt.
• Visit Memphis: Explore the open-air museum of Egypt’s first capital.
• Stand before Ramses II: See the colossal statue of one of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs.
• Meet the Alabaster Sphinx: Admire the famous Sphinx carved from a single block of alabaster.
• Visit the Bent Pyramid: See the unique pyramid whose angle changes halfway up, a sign of early design experiments.
• Explore the Red Pyramid: Discover Egypt’s first true smooth-sided pyramid, often with far fewer crowds.
• Learn from an expert: Hear the stories and mysteries of ancient Egypt from a professional Egyptologist guide.
• Travel in comfort: Enjoy hotel pickup, private transport, and a full day of history and culture.