Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Pyramids

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🏺 Day Tour to Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Pyramids

Step off the beaten path and explore the less-crowded yet historically rich pyramids of Egypt. This day tour takes you beyond Giza to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis, offering an authentic glimpse into the ancient world – guided by a professional Egyptologist. Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the Red and Bent Pyramids of Dahshur, and walk through the open-air museum of ancient Memphis, Egypt’s first capital. This off-the-grid Cairo day trip is perfect for travelers looking to uncover hidden archaeological gems, enjoy fewer crowds, and deepen their understanding of ancient Egyptian architecture and royal history.

📍 Tour Highlights:

• ✅ Visit Saqqara and the Step Pyramid of Djoser – the world’s oldest stone pyramid

• ✅ Explore the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid at Dahshur, early experiments in pyramid construction

• ✅ Discover Memphis, the ancient capital of Old Kingdom Egypt

• ✅ Tour the Imhotep Museum, honoring the genius architect behind the Step Pyramid

• ✅ Benefit from round-trip transportation from Cairo or Giza

• ✅ Enjoy flexible departure times to suit your schedule

🗺️ Itinerary Details:

🏛️ Saqqara & Imhotep Museum

Begin your tour at Saqqara, home to the iconic Step Pyramid of Djoser, a revolutionary architectural achievement designed by Imhotep.
Visit the Imhotep Museum, where you’ll see rare artifacts and learn about one of history’s earliest known architects and polymaths.

🏯 Dahshur Pyramids

Continue to Dahshur, where you’ll witness the striking contrast between the Bent Pyramid, with its unusual shape, and the Red Pyramid, one of Egypt’s best-preserved pyramids and the first successful true pyramid.

🏙️ Memphis Open-Air Museum

Finish your journey in Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, founded around 3100 BC. Walk through the open-air museum, where you’ll find colossal statues of Ramses II, the Alabaster Sphinx, and remnants of ancient temples.