Memphis, Saqqara and the Pyramids of Giza from Cairo

Overview

Available languages

Arabic

German

Russian

English

Italian

French

Romanian

Spanish

Mobile ticket

You will be picked up from the hotel in Cairo at 8:00 am by air-conditioned bus to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. Memphis is located about 18 km south of Cairo and was around 3000 BC. Founded by Menes.

Visit the alabaster sphinx and the colossal statue of Ramses II. The necropolis Sakkara is one of the most important sub-Egyptian tombs besides Giza. The largest and most impressive tomb is that of Pharaoh Djoser of the 3rd dynasty of the Old Kingdom (circa 2650 BC) with the famous Step Pyramid. Next to the step pyramid, you will visit the Pyramid of Teti, the tombs of Mereruka and Kagemmi and the Imhotep Museum.

On the way to Giza you will have lunch in a local restaurant. The further course takes you to the great pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Afterwards you will be taken back to your hotel by car.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Memphis and Sakkara

You will be picked up from your hotel or airport in Cairo and travel to Memphis in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus. Located about 18 km south of Cairo, it was founded around 3000 BC by Menes, the 1st Pharaoh of the 1st Dynasty. Visit the alabaster sphinx and the colossal statue of Ramses II. The Saqqara necropolis is one of the most important Lower Egyptian burial sites alongside Giza. . The largest and most impressive burial site is that of Pharaoh Djoser from the 3rd Dynasty of the Old Kingdom (approx. 2650 BC) with the famous step pyramid. . This pyramid is considered the forerunner of the classic pyramids. The five steps of the pyramid that are still visible give you an impression of the technology used by the builders. Djoser's burial chamber is located below the actual pyramid. In addition to the step pyramid, you will visit the pyramid of Teti, the tombs of Mereruka and Kagemmi, and the Imhotep Museum.

4 hours • Admission Not Included

On the way to Giza you will have lunch in a local restaurant.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Tour guide in Cairo

Entry to all mentioned locations (if option selected)

Lunch

Transfers by air-conditioned bus

soft drinks

All services not mentioned in the description.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

without entrance fees

This option includes lunch and transfers. Entrance fees to the mentioned sights are not included.
Pickup included

With entrance fees

This option includes the entrance fees (pyramid area, Memphis-Sakkara-lunch-transfers-museum).
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

15 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Caribbean in Egypt
patriciacL3749XB,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Frankly it was great!! I recommend ++ We were able to pay in Euros they came to pick us up and redeposit. A beautiful activity around the pyramids. Patii
Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur
Q4970AH,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful tour at a great price. The guide is a very good man, speaks Russian well. Very interesting historical accounts. I strongly advise you all, it will be a memorable day!
Great service
262pierluigic,,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great service, punctual. Competent and helpful guide throughout the day. Visit to the pyramids and the Egyptian museum with the expert guide in Egyptology
Left with doubts and returned with enthusiasm
morenoa103,,Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Initially I was very hesitant about having to send money to an agency in Egypt, as they do not have PayPal as a payment method, but then I took courage and as agreed I sent a deposit of the money provided for the purchase of airline tickets. Beautiful experience, impeccable and precise driving, highly recommended for those who want to make a similar experience.
Personalized and qualified visit
Paolo783,,Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent preparation of the guide very courtesy and willingness to customize the visits according to your interests, in short, a "tailored" visit compared to the standard ones proposed by large operators
Guided tours are a good investment, never go off alone.
U8720JWastridh,,Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The driver deserves our great respect. The car was very comfortable and well maintained. Our guide spoke German very well and brought a high knowledge of the places to visit. He accompanied us everywhere and ensures quick entry to the pyramids. He protected our small group and gave us scope for discovery. Camel riding was quickly included in the program and our little trip into the desert was an experience. All places he could show us and explain well. We learned a lot about the country and its people and the ways of life here in the country. Thank you.
An exceptional tour
barbarale0,,Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Super recommended tour! Organized in a perfect way. The driver arrived at the hotel on time with the guide. The guide Mohamed (Cobra) really fantastic, prepared , spoke Italian very well. Very attentive and kind explained so many things. We visited Saqqara, Memphis and Giza and saw everything calmly and with very good explanations! Truly the top. Lunch was also good. Really happy
Super guided tour!
M7669ZSfrancescoc,,Oct 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice visit, well organized, super helpful and prepared Guide, car trip with reliable and courteous driver. We recommend this tour!
Visit the pyramids
singtai,,Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent support for a visit to the pyramids! Our Guide was very good with good explanations! I recommend
Well organized excursions
Maurizio M,,May 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was well organized and we managed to see everything and in quite detail (considering that we only had 2 days in Cairo). Everything was organized in detail. They came to pick us up at the hotel and after every visit our taxi was there ready and waiting for us! What we liked most was our guide. Her nickname is "cobra" and we really recommend her because she is super prepared, helpful, kind and friendly! What we liked least, at least only for the organized tours in Cairo, was the restaurant chosen. They are those restaurants where many tours, regardless of the agency, converge. Terrible food, little choice. After eating there, my friend spent a day in the bathroom. If the agency changed restaurants we could consider it perfect especially for the price/quality ratio of the services.