1 Day
Private Transfer
Every day
$ USD
Step back into the 31st century BC with a magical adventure into the true cradle of Pharaonic power. Designed for American travelers seeking a deep historical immersion, this Memphis, Saqqara & Dahshur day tour from Cairo Airport explores the legendary monuments that predated and inspired the Great Pyramids of Giza.
Deluxe Tours Egypt provides an elite transit experience, featuring a private luxury A/C vehicle and the expertise of a professional Egyptologist tour guide. From the Step Pyramid of Djoser—the world’s oldest stone complex—to the experimental Bent and Red Pyramids of Dahshur, you will witness the evolution of architectural "celestial intelligence." With 24/7 customer support and seamless airport logistics, this excursion is the ultimate key to discovering the epic spectacles of Ancient Egypt during your layover. Book this marvelous excursion and witness the oldest, rarest monuments in human history.
Your journey into the heart of the Old Kingdom begins with a private pickup from Cairo International Airport. Your dedicated team will escort you south to the royal necropolises where the dream of the pyramid first took shape.
The tour commences at the Saqqara Step Pyramid, a golden monument that launched the profound era of pyramid construction. Built between 2670 BC and 2650 BC for Pharaoh Djoser, it stands as the oldest and largest cut-stone construction on Earth. Designed by the visionary architect Imhotep, this complex represents a revolutionary leap in ancient engineering and spirituality.
Next, you will explore the ruins of Memphis City, the first capital of a unified Egypt. Established in the 31st century BC, this "distant dream" served as the administrative and religious hub of the Old Kingdom. Located just 20 km south of Cairo, the site houses rare artifacts and colossal statues that reflect the city's former glory as the heart of Egyptian civilization.
The voyage continues to the royal land of Dahshur, home to some of the most preserved ancient structures dating between 2613 and 2589 BC. You will marvel at the Bent Pyramid, a unique transition in design, and the Red Pyramid, the first successful smooth-sided pyramid ever built. You will also view the Black Pyramid of Amenemhat III, witnessing the enduring legacy of the Middle Kingdom.
After a delicious lunch at a high-quality restaurant in Giza, your private vehicle will transfer you back to Cairo Airport in time for your flight, concluding a profound encounter with the foundations of history.
Meals: Lunch
0
Price quotes are in US dollars per person per trip all the Year Except over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays.
0 to 1,99 years: FREE 2 Years Old and below 6 years: 25% of adult price 6 Years up to 11.99 years: 50% of adult price 12 and Up: Calculate as an adult price.
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 2 Child sharing parent's room some hotels Maximum 1 child sharing parents’ room) If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply. According to Booking Policy.
We are offering the minimum down payment of just 10% to secure your spaces on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel services. The remaining balance can be paid up to four days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your Representative.
In case you cancel your trip, the following of charges will be applied: From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 7% of the tour package price will be charged. Between 60 and 21 days before your arrival date, 20% of the entire tour Package price will be charged. Between 20 and 7 days before your arrival date, 40% of the package tour price will be charged. Between 6 and 1 days before your arrival date, 75% of the tour package price will be applied.
Step back into the 31st century BC with a magical adventure into the true cradle of Pharaonic power.
Step back into the 31st century BC with a magical adventure into the true cradle of Pharaonic power.
Step back into the 31st century BC with a magical adventure into the true cradle of Pharaonic power.
Step back into the 31st century BC with a magical adventure into the true cradle of Pharaonic power.
Step back into the 31st century BC with a magical adventure into the true cradle of Pharaonic power.
Step back into the 31st century BC with a magical adventure into the true cradle of Pharaonic power.