Saqqara, Dahshur & Memphis Private Tour
Go beyond Giza and trace the development of Egypt’s pyramids from Djoser’s Step Pyramid to Dahshur’s Bent and Red Pyramids, then finish in ancient Memphis with your own licensed Egyptologist.
Saqqara, Dahshur and Memphis are combined into one efficient private route.
See how pyramid design developed from the Step Pyramid to Bent and Red Pyramids.
Core area admissions for Saqqara, Dahshur and Memphis are included.
Children 6–11 count toward the group tier, then pay half. Under 6 are free.
Follow the story of Egypt’s earliest pyramids
This route is designed for travelers who want more than the classic Giza stop and want to understand how pyramid building actually developed.
- 1Hotel pickup
Private A/C pickup from your hotel or agreed Cairo/Giza location.
- 2Saqqara
Visit the necropolis and the Step Pyramid complex of King Djoser.
- 3Dahshur Bent Pyramid
See the dramatic change in angle that records a major stage in pyramid engineering.
- 4Dahshur Red Pyramid
Continue to one of Egypt’s earliest successful true pyramids.
- 5Memphis
Finish at the ancient capital and its open-air museum area.
- 6Hotel drop-off
Return to Cairo or Giza by private A/C vehicle.
Strong value for families and a longer archaeological day
Adults and children aged 6–11 set the group-price tier together. Children 6–11 then pay 50% of that rate. Children under 6 are free and do not change the tier.
Saqqara + Dahshur + Memphis package
Licensed Egyptologist, private A/C car, main area tickets and bottled water.
| Adults + ages 6–11 | Adult rate | Child 6–11 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 paying traveler | $135 | $67.50 |
| 2 paying travelers | $100 | $50 |
| 3 paying travelers | $95 | $47.50 |
| 4 paying travelers | $90 | $45 |
| 5+ paying travelers | $85 | $42.50 |
Included and not included
We keep the core package clear so you can compare it properly with other private tours.
Included
- Licensed Egyptologist guide
- Private air-conditioned car, door to door
- Main area entrance tickets for Saqqara
- Main area entrance tickets for Dahshur
- Main area entrance tickets for Memphis
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch
- Separate-ticket monuments such as the Serapeum
- Separate-ticket monuments such as the Southern Tomb
- Personal purchases
- Tips and gratuities
Saqqara, Dahshur and Memphis
Frequently asked questions
Are the entrance tickets included?
The main area entrance tickets for Saqqara, Dahshur and Memphis are included. Special separately ticketed monuments are not included.
Is lunch included?
No. Lunch is not included in the current package.
Can we enter the Red or Bent Pyramid?
Access rules and interior availability can vary. Your guide can help confirm the current on-site options on the day.
Is this a shared tour?
No. The tour is private for your booking with private transportation.
How long is the day?
Plan for around eight hours, depending on traffic, site operations and your pace.
Want the pyramid story beyond Giza?
Book a private day through Saqqara, Dahshur and Memphis with transport, guide and main area tickets already organized.