Cairo Day Tour: Giza Pyramids, Memphis, Sakkara & Dahshur Exploration

Embark on an immersive 8-hour Cairo day tour to Giza Pyramids, Memphis City, Sakkara, and Dahshur. Uncover the secrets of ancient Egypt and marvel at its iconic structures.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Giza Plateau - Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour. The Giza Pyramid Complex, also called the Giza Necropolis, is the site on the Giza Plateau in Greater Cairo, Egypt that includes the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure, along with their associated pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx of Giza. All were built during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. The site also includes several cemeteries and the remains of a workers village.

The site is at the edges of the Western Desert, approximately 9 kilometers (5.6 mi) west of the Nile River in the city of Giza, and about 13 kilometers (8 mi) southwest of the city center of Cairo

  • Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu) - Khufu’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, now buried beneath the village of Nazlet el-Samman; diabase paving and nummulitic limestone walls have been found but the site has not been excavated
  • Khafre’s Pyramid - Khafre’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, the Sphinx temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple yielded several statues of Khafre. Several were found in a well in the floor of the temple by Mariette in 1860
  • Menkaure Pyramid - Menkaure’s pyramid complex consists of a valley temple, a causeway, a mortuary temple, and the king’s pyramid. The valley temple once contained several statues of Menkaure. During the 5th Dynasty, a smaller ante-temple was added on to the valley temple.
  • Great Sphinx - Memphis City it was the first Capital of Egypt was found in 3100 BC and you will see there Ramses the 2nd Statue and The Alabaster Sphinx
  • Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - Saqqara is an Egyptian village in Giza Governorate, that’s world-widely known for its vast, ancient burial ground of Egyptians kings and royals, serving as the necropolis for the ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. Saqqara contains numerous pyramids, including the world-famous Step pyramid of Djoser, sometimes referred to as the Step Tomb, and a number of mastaba tombs. Located some 30 km (19 mi) south of modern-day Cairo, Saqqara covers an area of around 7 by 1.5 km (4.3 by 0.9 mi).
  • Dahshur - Dahshur[transliteration ] (in English often called Dashur; Arabic: دهشور Dahšūr pronounced [dɑhˈʃuːɾ], Coptic: ⲧⲁϩϭⲟⲩⲣ Dahshur) is an ancient Egyptian pyramid complex and necropolis and shares the name of the nearby village of Manshiyyat Dahshur (Arabic: منشأة دهشور) in markaz Badrashin, Giza.

Dahshur is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is located on the Western Desert plateau at the edge of the cultivated plain, and along with the pyramid complexes at Saqqara, Abusir, and Giza, to its north, forms the pyramid fields of the ancient capital city of Memphis. It is known chiefly for several pyramids, mainly Senefru’s Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, which are among the oldest, largest and best preserved in Egypt, built from 2613 to 2589 BC.

  • Memphis and Sakkara - Memphis was the ancient capital of Inebu-hedj, the first nome of Lower Egypt that was known as mḥw (“north”).[3] Its ruins are located near the modern town of Mit Rahina, 20 km (12 mi) south of Giza in Greater Cairo, Egypt. Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo or Giza

  • Gizeh Plateau - The Giza Plateau is a limestone plateau in Giza, Egypt, the site of the Fourth Dynasty Giza pyramid complex, which includes the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, several cemeteries, a workers’ village and an industrial complex. It forms the northernmost part of the 16,000 ha Pyramid Fields in the Western Desert edge of the Nile Valley that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Memphis and its Necropolis.

The plateau is elevated approximately 60 meters above sea-level.

  • Panoramic view of the Pyramids - Explore the timeless wonder of the ancient pyramids with our Panoramic view tour. Behold the majestic structures from all angles as you take in the breathtaking beauty of these iconic landmarks. Our expert guides will provide you with fascinating insights into the history and significance of the pyramids, making this an unforgettable experience.
  • Pyramid of Unas - Enhance your home decor with the magnificent Pyramid of Unas replica. This stunning piece features intricate detailing and a striking design that will add a touch of ancient Egyptian elegance to any room. Crafted with quality materials, this pyramid is a perfect addition to any collector’s display or history enthusiast’s collection. Bring a piece of ancient history into your home with the Pyramid of Unas.
  • Pyramid of Teti - The Pyramid of Teti, located in Saqqara, Egypt, is a captivating ancient structure built as the final resting place for Pharaoh Teti. Standing as a testament to the ingenuity and architectural prowess of the Old Kingdom, this pyramid attracts visitors from around the world with its impressive size and historical significance. Explore the chambers and corridors of this pyramid to uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic landmark.
  • Pyramids of Giza - Visit the most famous landmark in Egypt which Pyramids of Giza where you visit Cheops pyramid and the great Sphinx
What's Included
  • Private tour
  • Expert tour guide
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • All entry fees included
What's Not Included
  • Tipping
  • Personal Items
  • Lunch at Local restaurant (Optional)
Additional Information

Explore the Secrets of Egypt with Our Cairo Day Tour
Dive into the ancient mysteries of Egypt with our comprehensive Cairo day tour. We’ve designed this one-day itinerary with explorers in mind, launching you directly into the heart of the country’s most fascinating historical sites, starting with the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids. Gaze upon the grandeur of these ancient structures, and then gear up for a journey into the ancient capital of Egypt, Memphis City. After immersing yourself in the city’s history, we’ll take you to Sakkara, home of the Step Pyramid, one of the earliest colossal structures in Egypt. Finally, the tour will conclude at Dahshur where you can marvel at the Bent and Red Pyramids. Explore hidden treasures and rekindle past glories with us on this captivating day tour.

  • Entry fees includes basic area only
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Location
Giza Plateau
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Maitane_o
Jul 28, 2024
Perfect - Excellent trip. Personalized, no rush. We saw all the sites and entered in several pyramids. The guide and the driver were really nice and the food included was excellent
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Bacaaw
Jul 24, 2024
Fun day - Wafa was very informative and friendly. She was knowledgeable about the places we went to. She was helpful and gave us lots of tips for the remainder of our visit in Cairo. The whole group loved it. Ahmed the driver was polite and was always timely and ready to take us to our next destinations. We definitely recommend friends and families to do this.
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81asmaad
Jul 17, 2024
Emo tours - Trip was great and specific to what we desired. Our tour guide Sayed Mahmoud was very helpful and provided us with lots of information. The trip was perfect for our short trip.
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Chantelle_c
Jul 10, 2024
Hazem was a fantastic guide! - Hazem was our tour guide from Emo tours and he picked 2 of us girls up for a private tour of Giza, Dashur, Memphis, Saqqara. He took some fabulous photos of us and was a fantastic Guide. We didn’t get pushed into doing anything we didn’t want to do and he took us to all the places that were listed. Our driver was very friendly and opened the doors for us every time we got into the car! The tour company contacts you on WhatsApp and keeps great comms! I highly recommend. Nobody at all harassed us , in fact everyone was super friendly and pleasant.
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Ahmed_m
Jun 19, 2024
Amazing tour - If you get Khalef you will have an amazing trip that is well structured and tailored to satisfy your needs. Khalef assisted on many occasions with bartering and ensuring that I and my partner was safe on the trip. From the journeys in the car where we enjoyed the music to visiting and learning fascinating stuff that I had no clue about before in ancient Egyptian history.
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Sigrunoskh
Jun 8, 2024
Great tour - It was truly a wonderful experience with Amira! She went over everything with us in deep details and really made us feel welcome on the tour. The driver Abdullah was super qualified even though the traffic is pretty crazy here, he made us feel safe in the car so 10/10 experience.
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Scenic49254083934
Jun 7, 2024
Trip to Pyramids - A great adventure to go Giza pyramids with our tour guide Mr.Sayed Mahmoud and driver Mr.Yousef Mahrouf excellent persons making it more adventurous
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687hemanthr
Jun 7, 2024
Thumbs up to Mr. Sayeed Mahmod - It was great tour, Our tour guide is Mr. sayeed Mahmoud and driver is youseef, Both were great, The way that he explains things shows that Mr. Sayeed Mahmoud is passionate about his job. His english is very good and easily understandable, i would definitely recommend him as a tour guide.
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Davidmx6939cm
Jun 9, 2024
Give it a go! - Hi there, yes todays experience was good, my guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the pyramids, and really got to show me around Giza and Dashur. The driver was excellent and the ac car was amazing. The food that was chosen for my lunch was also very good.
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Bruno_b
Jun 12, 2024
Truly awe inspiring sights, disappointing tour guide. - We had Ahmed as our guide, he knew plenty and you could tell that he has studied a lot for this job, but he was constantly rushing us. The most egregious example of this, was the first stop after the pyramids of Giza. He constantly rushed us telling us that we had plenty of sights to visit, we believed him as the schedule in the viator page does look pretty busy. to our horror he brought us to what he called "a temple" that ended up being a perfume and tea shop. It was such a depressing thing to receive a class on perfumery right after experiencing the awe of the greatest structures of the ancient world. Would've really appreciated it if he would've just been honest and told us that we would be going to shops afterwards, but the tour company must have a commission and they clearly know that tourists wouldn't want to go there in the first place. Ahmed needs to be able to align his tour to the interests of the customers, My wife is a painter and she wanted more information and time when we were in the Saqqara painted reliefs but he kept on waving and snapping at us to come to the next room just to be done and go to the next stop. when we were in the car he put the same song 4 times, and he ignored our request to stop repeating it. I know it seems like we are nitpicking here but some people spend there life savings and wait their entire lives to get to see these world wonders... tour guides need to have that in mind and take their job seriously. We recommend that you tell them to eat in the middle of the tour as we chose to do it at the end and we were starving by then. Finally we wanted to complement our driver, he was incredible in the traversing the perilous roads of Cairo and always opened the door with a smile also the tour company EMO tours are wonderful as they were very responsible and on time to pick us up.
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