Half Day Tour to Saqqara & Dahshur
Explore the oldest pyramid in history, the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, the Bent Pyramid, and the Red Pyramid of Senfru at Dahshur, with our professional licensed tour guide, and we will talk to you about every aspect of Egypt day tours.
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Tour itinerary
Day 01 Half Day in Saqqara and Dahshir
Your guide will meet you at your hotel’s reception to commence your Day tour from Cairo
Saqqara:
The Saqqara pyramids lie on the west bank of the Nile. It is a very vast burial ground was served as the cemetery of Memphis, the first capital of Egypt. It includes the famous step pyramid of Djoser and some other mastabas.
The step pyramid complex is the oldest stone structure in history. Enjoy one-day trips in Egypt and enjoy every moment of it. Some pyramids were built at Saqqara by the kings of the 5th and 6th dynasties, such as Userkaf, Unas, Pepi I, and Pepi II.
Some private tombs of the Old Kingdom were built there. The best-known tombs are those of Ti, Kagemni, Ptah Hotep, and Meruruka.
Dahshour:
Dahshour is about 40 km south of Cairo on the west bank of the Nile. Dahshour is famous for (by) the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, which were constructed by King Senfru ( 2613- 2589 BC ), the father of Khufu ( Cheops).
There is also a pyramid that was built by Amenmehat II ( 1929 – 1895 BC ), the 12th dynasty, which is now badly damaged. Several tombs of royal women were built there as well.
King Senusert III built two pyramids there. The Black Pyramid was built by King Amenmehat III, It remains the most imposing monument at the site after the two Senfru pyramids. Several other pyramids of the 13th dynasty were built at Dahshour.
Tour included
- Entrance fees
- Licensed tour guide.
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
Tour excluded
- Tips for guide and diver.
- Drinks and personal expenses.
Notes
- Children from 1-5 years are free of charge.
- Children between 6-11 years get 50% off.
- All prices are in US Dollars, but Egyptian Pound, English Pound & Euros are accepted.
Prices Per Person
| Person | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | USD 120 |
| 2 - 3 Person | USD 70 |
| 4 - 6 Person | USD 50 |
| 7 - 16 Person | USD 40 |