Cairo Saqqara and Memphis Discovery

Cairo Saqqara and Memphis Discovery

Cairo

Cairo Saqqara and Memphis Discovery

$65 { Per Person }

Overview

Cairo Saqqara and Memphis Discovery Experience

Explore the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, visit ancient Memphis, and gain unique insights from a local guide.

Details

We're off to Memphis or (Men-Nefer), which functioned as the ancient capital of Lower 
Egypt and of the Old Kingdom of Egypt from its foundation until around 2200 BC. It's the first 
stop on our day tour from Cairo and certainly is an impressive way to start the day.

Here we will visit the Mit Rahina Museum, an open-air museum, where we can admire 
pieces from ancient Memphis and its Great Temple of Ptah. Highlights include the Alabaster 
Sphinx, one of the largest and heaviest in this material, and stone blocks with hieroglyphic 
decoration, as well as remains of statues. But without a doubt, the great attraction is the 
colossal statue of Ramses II: because it is missing part of its legs and its enormous weight 
and size, it remained here in a lying position.

Next, we travel to Saqqara, shake off the dust of the past, bid farewell to these less-touristy pyramids, and conclude your Cairo pyramids tour by returning to the big, modern city—a stark contrast to Saqqara and Memphis, but one we’re sure you can handle.

Duration: 4 hours

Pharaohs Hotel, 12 Lotfy Hassouna, St، Dokki, Egypt



Cairo Saqqara and Memphis Discovery

$130 /Per Person

  • Offered year-round, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
  • 24-hour advance booking requirement
  • 24-hour advance cancellation policy
  • Note: The tour will not operate until April 19, 2026

What's Included
  • Shared Cairo Saqqara and Memphis Discovery
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fee to Mit Rahina (Memphis) Open‑Air Museum
  • Entrance fee to the Step Pyramid Complex of King Djoser (Saqqara)
  • Private transportation from Cairo to Memphis and Saqqara
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity
  • Food and drink
Know Before You Go
  • Following recent safety incidents it is recommended that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Egypt before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary.
  • The maximum number of people on this tour will be 12 passengers.
  • This tour includes walking on uneven ground at ancient sites; comfortable shoes recommended.
  • Visitors should bring sun protection, a hat, and water, especially in warmer months.
  • Modest clothing is advised when visiting cultural or archaeological areas.
  • Please be ready at the pickup location at least 10 minutes before pickup
  • All guests must follow local guidelines at Memphis, Saqqara, and museum sites.


Cairo Saqqara and Memphis Discovery

$130 /Per Person