Saqqara & Memphis Tour from Cairo
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Saqqara & Memphis Tour from Cairo
A Saqqara and Memphis day trip from Cairo can help you see how ancient Egypt linked together ideas of unity and life after death. You also get a chance to understand their views of the sky and the world, shaped by creativity and strong determination.
New Travel Dynamics is a top travel agency in Egypt. We arrange a clear and smooth trip for every guest. You will have a real Egyptologist tour guide. You will also travel in a private air conditioned vehicle during your time in Egypt.
This tour starts with Memphis, the first capital in Egypt. Memphis dates back to around 3100 B.C. Next, you visit Saqqara and the Step Pyramids. This pyramid site includes the Step Pyramid, known as the first pyramid built in Egypt. After the visits, you return to your hotel in Cairo.
Ancient Egypt has many wonders. Book this special tour and see the lesser known charm of the past.
Itinerary
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Take a private trip from Cairo to Saqqara and Memphis. You will see key sites tied to ancient Egyptian life and history.
First stop is Saqqara. The Saqqara Step Pyramid was built for King Djoser. It was created under the guidance of Imhotep. The pyramid stands about 62 m tall. It also reflects a major shift in early stone building during that era.
At midday, you will have lunch at a local restaurant.
Then we go to Memphis. Memphis was linked with the creator god Ptah. It was started in the early 31st century BC. King Menes founded the city. In Memphis, you can find many notable monuments and relics from Egypt’s long past.
After the visits, we take you back to your hotel.
Included / Excluded
Included
- Pick up services from your hotel & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private Egyptologist guide during the tour.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- Lunch meal at a local restaurant in Cairo.
- Mineral water on board the vehicle during the tour.
- All taxes & service charges.
Not Included
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about tours in Egypt.
Many Cairo day tours are available as private experiences, giving your group its own vehicle and guide. Private tours are particularly useful if you want a flexible pace, personalised sightseeing, or the option to customise the attractions included in your Cairo itinerary.
For first-time visitors, a Cairo day tour combining the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum is an excellent introduction to Egypt's ancient history. If you are more interested in Cairo's culture and heritage, choose a tour covering the Citadel, Khan El Khalili, or Old Cairo.
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A classic one-day Cairo itinerary combines the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx with the Egyptian Museum. If you prefer Cairo's cultural side, you can instead explore the Citadel, Khan El Khalili, and Old Cairo. A private itinerary gives you more flexibility when planning your sightseeing day.
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A Cairo day tour can include the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Muhammad Ali Mosque, Khan El Khalili, Coptic Cairo, and Al-Muizz Street. You can also choose archaeological trips to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis depending on your interests and available time.
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Yes, many Cairo day tours include hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza. Depending on the selected tour, transportation is provided in a private air-conditioned vehicle, making it easier to travel between attractions without arranging separate transfers.
Yes, you can customise a Cairo day tour around your interests, schedule, and preferred attractions. You might focus on ancient Egyptian sites, museums, Islamic Cairo, Coptic Cairo, shopping, or combine several experiences into one private itinerary, subject to the time available.
Yes, private Cairo day tours commonly include a professional or Egyptologist guide. Your guide explains the history and significance of the sites you visit while your private vehicle provides comfortable transportation between attractions. The exact guide and inclusions depend on the selected tour.
A Cairo day tour usually takes most of the day, with the exact duration depending on the attractions included. For example, some private sightseeing tours last around eight hours, while more extensive itineraries may require additional time.
Yes, you can book a Cairo day tour with pickup directly from your hotel in Cairo or Giza on many itineraries. Your driver and guide can meet you at your accommodation, then return you there after the sightseeing.
Cairo sightseeing tours can include ancient, Islamic, and Coptic attractions. Depending on the itinerary, you may visit the Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Muhammad Ali Mosque, Khan El Khalili, Coptic Cairo, or Al-Muizz Street.
The best private tour in Cairo depends on what you want to experience. A Pyramids and Egyptian Museum tour is ideal for ancient history, while the Egyptian Museum, Citadel, and Khan El Khalili combine history with Cairo's Islamic culture and local atmosphere.
You can combine the Pyramids with other major Cairo attractions by choosing a well-planned private itinerary. For example, the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx can be combined with the Egyptian Museum, while other itineraries focus on the Citadel, Khan El Khalili, or Old Cairo.
A one-day Cairo itinerary should focus on the attractions that interest you most. For ancient Egypt, include the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx; for culture and history, consider the Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Khan El Khalili, or Old Cairo. Trying to cover too many distant sites can make the day rushed.
Yes, you can visit several of Cairo's main attractions in one day with a carefully planned itinerary. A private Cairo tour can combine sites such as the Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum, or concentrate on historic Cairo, depending on your priorities and available time.
For a first visit, a tour combining the Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum offers a strong introduction to Cairo and ancient Egypt. Travellers who want more cultural sightseeing can choose an itinerary featuring the Citadel, Khan El Khalili, or Old Cairo instead.
Yes, many Cairo day tours include transportation, usually in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Depending on the itinerary, this can include hotel pickup and drop-off as well as transportation between the attractions. Always check the individual tour's inclusions before booking.
Yes, a private Cairo day tour can be customised around the attractions you most want to see, depending on time and itinerary feasibility. You can prioritise the Pyramids, museums, Islamic Cairo, Coptic Cairo, archaeological sites, or other Cairo experiences that match your interests.
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