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Memphis, Saqqara & Dahshur: Ancient Egypt's Legacy
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Saqqara
Explore ancient Egypt’s evolution in architecture at Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur. Discover iconic pyramids and artifacts that shaped history.
Explore ancient Egypt’s evolution in architecture at Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur. Discover iconic pyramids and artifacts that shaped history.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - Saqqara: The Origin of Pyramid Construction
Home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the earliest pyramid constructed (circa 2700 BCE).
Features tombs adorned with vibrant wall carvings, predating those at Giza.
Provides a more serene and atmospheric experience compared to the bustling Giza.
Visitors can view the oldest…
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Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - Saqqara: The Origin of Pyramid Construction
Home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the earliest pyramid constructed (circa 2700 BCE).
Features tombs adorned with vibrant wall carvings, predating those at Giza.
Provides a more serene and atmospheric experience compared to the bustling Giza.
Visitors can view the oldest stone structure and the complete complex of King Djoser.
Saqqara also hosts numerous pyramids, such as the Pyramid of Userkaf from the 5th dynasty, the Pyramid of Unas at the end of the 5th dynasty, and the Pyramid of Teti from the 6th dynasty.
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Mit Rahina Museum - Memphis: The Ancient Capital
The first capital of a unified Egypt (circa 3100 BCE).
Features the Colossus statue of Ramses II, weighing 65 tons.
Home to an open-air museum showcasing statues of Ramses II, the Alabaster Sphinx, and other artifacts.
Provides insights into Egypt’s political and religious beginnings.
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Pyramids of Dahshour - Dahshur Pyramids
Located 40 km south of Cairo, Egypt.
Significance: A crucial site in the evolution of pyramid architecture.
- Bent Pyramid – Constructed by Sneferu; notable for its unique bent shape due to a change in angle during construction.
- Red Pyramid – Also by Sneferu; recognized as Egypt’s first true smooth-sided pyramid.
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Black Pyramid – Built by Amenemhat III; now largely in ruins due to inferior materials.
Historical Importance: Demonstrates the transition from step pyramids to smooth-sided pyramids.
What's Included
- Private Egyptologist Guide
- Entry Fees
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Private Egyptologist Guide
- Entry Fees
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Any Optional Not mentioned in itenrary
- Tipping
- Any Optional Not mentioned in itenrary
- Tipping
Additional Information
The tourists selected this tour due to its:
Historical Significance
- Memphis: The initial capital of ancient Egypt, renowned for the colossal statue of Ramses II and other remarkable artifacts.
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Saqqara: Home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in Egypt, illustrating the earliest advancements in pyramid construction.
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The tourists selected this tour due to its:
Historical Significance
- Memphis: The initial capital of ancient Egypt, renowned for the colossal statue of Ramses II and other remarkable artifacts.
- Saqqara: Home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in Egypt, illustrating the earliest advancements in pyramid construction.
- Dahshur: Showcases the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid, highlighting the progression to the smooth-sided pyramid that culminated in the Great Pyramid of Giza.
Location
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
Al Giza Desert,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Wadzied2025
Jul 10, 2025
Great time - Great time with our very knowledgeable guide Sahar Alasherif. She was very personable as well, Showed us the sights, very friendly lots of laughs. Took a lot of photos. Views were amazing. The driver was very good too. Felt very safe and well looked after.
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952jazk
Jul 9, 2025
Swift yet immersive - I had a wonderful experience with this tour company. They really looked after us and made sure that we were safe and that we've had a great time while travelling around Egypt. While we were in Giza, we had Sahar Alsherif as a guide for a day. She was amazing and incredibly knowledgeable. It was the most enriching travel experiences that I've ever had.
We did not have a lot of time to fluff around so I took a leapt of faith and booked for a tour guide to cover multiple sites: Giza, Saqqara, Memphis and Dashur all in a day before our flight at 7pm. Sahar condensed our tour to make it enjoyable and made sure that we did not miss out on learning all the fascinating culture, stories and symbols of ancient Egypt.
She also made our journey smooth and engaging, answering every questions with care and threw in a lot of tips and recommendations while travelling around Egypt. Not only did she made sure that we made to the airport safe, she also made sure that our next leg of journey is well planned without the headache of having to find our way in another city.
One of the many highlights was her getting us the best tasting mango juice we've ever had. She's also great with suggesting wonderful souvenirs that is not the usual trinkets and they are quality items with proper certificates.
It was very memorable albeit short. You can put your trust on her knowledge and recommendations as her priorities are definitely getting you to have the best time but also looking after your well-being in Egypt.
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