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From Step Pyramid to Pharaohs – Saqqara & Memphis Day Tour

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Duration

9 Hours

Destinations

2 Country

2 City

Group Size

Type

Day Tours

Schudle Days

Friday, Monday, Saturday, Sunday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

About From Step Pyramid to Pharaohs – Saqqara & Memphis Day Tour

From Step Pyramid to Pharaohs – Saqqara & Memphis Day Tour takes you deep into the origins of Egypt’s pyramid-building era. Discover Saqqara, home to the world’s first stone pyramid — the Step Pyramid of Djoser — along with ancient mastaba tombs and the mysterious Serapeum. Continue your journey to Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, where you’ll encounter the colossal statue of Ramses II and remarkable artifacts inside the open-air museum.

With an optional extension to the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid in Dahshur, this tour offers a rare and immersive look into the treasures of Egypt’s Old Kingdom. Perfect for history lovers and travelers who want to explore beyond the Giza Plateau.

Highlights - From Step Pyramid to Pharaohs – Saqqara & Memphis Day Tour

Step Pyramid of Djoser: Discover the world’s first pyramid and explore the monumental complex that marked the dawn of pyramid building.Mastaba Tombs & Serapeum: Walk through ancient tombs with beautifully preserved reliefs and, if open, visit the mysterious Serapeum of Apis bulls.Memphis Open-Air Museum: Admire the colossal statue of Ramses II and fascinating artifacts from Egypt’s first capital.Authentic Egyptian Lunch: Savor a traditional meal at a local restaurant near Saqqara.Optional Dahshur Pyramids: Extend your adventure with a stop at the Bent and Red Pyramids (entrance optional).Seamless Experience: Enjoy hotel transfers, guided tours, entrance fees, and bottled water all included for a hassle-free day.

Included & Excluded - From Step Pyramid to Pharaohs – Saqqara & Memphis Day Tour

Hotel pickup & drop-off (private transfers)
Professional Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to Saqqara & Memphis sites
Guided visit to Step Pyramid complex, mastaba tombs, and Memphis open-air museum
Lunch at a local restaurant near Saqqara
Bottled water during the tour

Entrance fees to Dahshur Pyramids (optional stop if time allows)
Tickets for entering inside pyramids
Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, etc.)
Tips & gratuities

Itinerary - From Step Pyramid to Pharaohs – Saqqara & Memphis Day Tour

Begin your day with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

Explore the world’s first pyramid, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, and wander through the impressive complex. Visit Teti’s mastaba tombs and, if open, the Serapeum with its mysterious underground chambers.

Enjoy authentic Egyptian cuisine at a local restaurant near Saqqara, offering a refreshing cultural break.

Discover the treasures of Egypt’s first capital, including the colossal statue of Ramses II and fascinating archaeological displays.

If time permits, extend your tour with a short visit to Dahshur to see the unique Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid (entrance optional).

Conclude your historical journey with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel.

Ready to experience this journey? Speak with a travel specialist today.

Important Links - From Step Pyramid to Pharaohs – Saqqara & Memphis Day Tour

Accommodation Plan (A) — 5 Stars (Room Only)

Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo 5* or Similar
- Approx. Double Room Rate: ~190 US$ per night
- Rate per Person (in Double Room): ~95 US$ pp / night
- Total (2 people): ~190 US$
- Deposit to confirm booking (25%): ~48 US$
Marriott Mena House Cairo 5* or Similar
- Approx. Double Room Rate: ~476 US$ per night
- Rate per Person (in Double Room): ~238 US$ pp / night
- Total (2 people): ~476 US$
- Deposit to confirm booking (25%): ~119 US$
Ramses Hilton Cairo 5* or Similar
- Approx. Double Room Rate: ~160 US$ per night (average)
- Rate per Person (in Double Room): ~80 US$ pp / night
- Total (2 people): ~160 US$
- Deposit to confirm booking (25%): ~40 US$

Accommodation Plan (B) — 4 Stars (Room Only)

Novotel Cairo El Borg 4* or Similar
- Approx. Double Room Rate: ~146 US$ per night
- Rate per Person (in Double Room): ~73 US$ pp / night
- Total (2 people): ~146 US$
- Deposit to confirm booking (25%): ~36.5 US$
Barceló Cairo Pyramids 4* or Similar
- Approx. Double Room Rate: ~109 US$ per night
- Rate per Person (in Double Room): ~54.5 US$ pp / night
- Total (2 people): ~109 US$
- Deposit to confirm booking (25%): ~27 US$
Oasis Hotel Cairo 4* or Similar (Budget Option)
- Approx. Double Room Rate: ~80 US$ per night
- Rate per Person (in Double Room): ~40 US$ pp / night
- Total (2 people): ~80 US$
- Deposit to confirm booking (25%): ~20 US$

To book your tour a deposit of 25% is required in order to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services.

The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, therefore, making your booking a risk-free investment.

Payment Methods:
A secure payment gateway available for payment by credit cards Visa and MasterCard cards alternatively Bank Transfer and PayPal payments available for you.

Each child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the
following:
- 0 years to 1,99 years of age: Free of charge.
- 2 years to 4,99 years of age: 50% from the full rate.
- 5 years to 11,99 years of age: 75% from the full rate.
-12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
- If your tour includes airfare then an extra charge for child rate may
apply.

In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be
applied:

- From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 15% of the entire tour price will be charged.

-35% of the tour price if you cancel 60-31 days before arrival.

-50% of the tour price if you cancel 30-15 days before arrival.

- 100% of the tour price if you cancel 14-1 days before arrival.

Additionally, airlines charge their fees which are subject to the airlines' terms and conditions, and there's also a 5% bank fee on refunds.

Force Majeure
Here, at Memphis Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values.

We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination.

In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid for the tour package, or in some cases, your payment will be available as future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations we operate tours in.

You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked.

Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.

Only flight cancellation/changing fees are charged, according to the airline's terms and conditions, and bank surcharges fees are applied to the deposit amount paid.

Familiarize yourself with our full payment policy, cancellation and refund conditions.

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

It is a customary attitude for expressing one's satisfaction of good services rendered to him by staff on duty with him. We advise if you are willing to offer it, this would be great and if not, you are not obliged to do it.