Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City worth booking?
Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City is a 4-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $13 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $13 per person
Escape the chaos of Cairo and head out into the desert to visit Memphis and Saqqara with this half-day tour. Saqqara is home to the Pyramid of Djosser, one of the oldest stone structures in the world, while Memphis was t
What you get
About this experience
Escape the chaos of Cairo and head out into the desert to visit Memphis and Saqqara with this half-day tour. Saqqara is home to the Pyramid of Djosser, one of the oldest stone structures in the world, while Memphis was the ancient capital of Egypt, around 5,000 years ago. Best of all, a guide will be with you throughout your trip to help you deepen your understanding of the two ancient attractions,plus visit 2 pyramids of king Sneferu
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
- Qualified Egyptologist tour guide (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- lunch(based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Not included
- tips
What you'll see and do
Pyramids of Dahshour
our guide will pick up from your hotel to visit Dahsur Pyramid was built by king Snefru 2613 BC, after the step, King Snefru (2680-2656 B.C), the founder of the IV Dynasty, was the first to choose the area to build his royal tomb, as it was close to the capital, Memphis. He first built the southern Pyramid, or what we call today the Bent Pyramid. The architect actually made a mistake when building this Pyramid, not realising it until the height reached about 48m (with an angle of 54 degrees). He changed his original plans to make it safer (hoping to prevent what had happened at Meidum), and finished it by modifying the angle to just 43 degrees! And that is the reason behind the strange shape of this Pyramid and why, today, it is called the Rhomboid or Bent Pyramid. Analysing the reason behind the change, Egyptologists think that the angle of 54 degrees was going to result in a very huge and high Pyramid, which would have been very unstable,
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Memphis and Sakkara
Memphis, Egypt’s first Capital until the end of the old kingdom 3200 B.C. with colossal staute of king Ramses hte second , Close to Memphis, After that we will drive to Sakkara, the City of the dead with the famous step Pyramid of Djosser the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser then back to hotel.
240 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
best seller all inlcude 1
car+driver+guide+tickets main area Pickup included
car+driver only
car+driver only no guide no entry fees no lunch Pickup included
car+driver+guide
car+driver+guide Pickup included
best seller all incldue 2
car+driver+guide+tickets main area+lunch in sakkar village Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egypt Local Guides-Day Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience with Ehab in Sakkara, Dahshur & Memphis
We were lucky enough upon our arrival in Cairo to be met by Ehab and Islam. Ehab is an Egyptologist and has an incredible amount of knowledge about all of the Egyptian history and culture, both ancient and modern history. He and Islam, our driver, picked us up In front of our hotel and brought us to see the oldest pyramids in Egypt in Saqqara and Dahshur, educating us along the way on everything around us in Egypt both past and present. We then proceeded to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where he guided us through the sights, statues and relics, there. He was a kind, friendly accommodating guide, not to mention unbelievably knowledgeable about everything related to Egyptology. We were able to go inside a tomb at Saqqara, which was absolutely fascinating. He guided us not only through the historic aspect of Egypt, but also the social and tourist aspect, protecting us along the way from being taken advantage of. We would've been absolutely lost without him. We were only in Egypt for two days and had him for this tour and another full day tour at the Giza plateau, the Egyptian museum and several other places. We could not have gotten luckier with our guide. With the limited amount of time we had he made our visit to Egypt so easy and so fascinating without having to worry about logistics. He also treated us to lunch, which was extremely kind of him and it was an amazing lunch as well. Camley_D, August 2024 Egipto Muy buena excursión el
Response from the operator: Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion GIZA DAY TOUR +201286808284
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Great experience with Ehab in Saqqara, Dahshur and Memphis
We were lucky enough upon our arrival in Cairo to be met by Ehab and Islam. Ehab is an Egyptologist and has an incredible amount of knowledge about all of the Egyptian history and culture, both ancient and modern history. He and Islam, our driver, picked us up In front of our hotel and brought us to see the oldest pyramids in Egypt in Saqqara and Dahshur, educating us along the way on everything around us in Egypt both past and present. We then proceeded to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, where he guided us through the sights, statues and relics, there. He was a kind, friendly accommodating guide, not to mention unbelievably knowledgeable about everything related to Egyptology. We were able to go inside a tomb at Saqqara, which was absolutely fascinating. He guided us not only through the historic aspect of Egypt, but also the social and tourist aspect, protecting us along the way from being taken advantage of. We would’ve been absolutely lost without him. Hey baby, the service manager for Ethiopian Airlines New York City action We were only in Egypt for two days and had him for this tour and another full day tour at the Giza plateau, the Egyptian museum and several other places. We could not have gotten luckier with our guide. With the limited amount of time we had he made our visit to Egypt so easy and so fascinating without having to worry about logistics. He also treated us to lunch, which was extremely kind of him and it was an amazing lunch as well.
Response from the operator: Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion GIZA DAY TOUR +201286808284
via Viator
Best option when short on time.
Driver was punctual at our hostel for pickup. Took us to Dahshur & Sakkara step pyramids and gave us all the time we needed to see what we wanted. Even better was that he dropped us off at a different location as it was our last day in Egypt and we still had to make time to see other things on our own instead of losing time and being dropped off at our hostel. Good option if you are short on time and need to get around far distances without the hassle. I would do it over again.
Response from the operator: Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion GIZA DAY TOUR +201286808284
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $13 to $130
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
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Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City cost?
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Prices start at $13 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairo is not rushed.
Is Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Day Dahshur Pyramid,Sakkara step Pyramid,Memphis Old City start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cairo?
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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Giza Pyramids all inclusive,Sphinx,lunch,Camel,insid pyramid. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cairo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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