Tour overview
See where the pyramid was born — before Giza. Long before the Great Pyramid rose at Giza, Egyptian builders were perfecting their craft to the south. At Saqqara, the Step Pyramid of Djoser became the world's first monumental stone building. At Dahshur, the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid mark the moment engineers finally achieved the true, smooth-sided pyramid. In between lies Memphis, Egypt's first capital, guarded by the colossal statue of Ramses II. This private tour follows that story of experiment and breakthrough with a licensed Egyptologist — a quieter, deeper alternative to the crowds of Giza, with a traditional Egyptian lunch along the way.
Enhance Your Experience Personalize your tour with optional upgrades. Choose up to 2 extras.
After Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur you can add sunset or evening extras - up to 2 total. A comfortable day is your main trip plus up to 2 add-ons for energy and timing.
You can select up to 2 add-ons only. More than that exceeds what energy and timing allow for one day.
Choosing two museums on top of this trip usually runs past a comfortable day for timing and energy.
Sunset experiences Choose one
After dark Any that fit your evening
Tour overview
See where the pyramid was born — before Giza.
Long before the Great Pyramid rose at Giza, Egyptian builders were perfecting
their craft to the south. At Saqqara, the Step Pyramid of Djoser became the
world’s first monumental stone building. At Dahshur, the Bent Pyramid and the
Red Pyramid mark the moment engineers finally achieved the true, smooth-sided
pyramid. In between lies Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, guarded by the colossal
statue of Ramses II.
This private tour follows that story of experiment and breakthrough with a
licensed Egyptologist — a quieter, deeper alternative to the crowds of Giza, with
a traditional Egyptian lunch along the way.
Highlights
- Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur entrance tickets arranged for you
- Step Pyramid of Djoser - the world's oldest stone pyramid
- Memphis capital site and the Ramses II colossus
- Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid - Egypt's first true pyramids
- Entry inside the Red Pyramid at Dahshur - included
- Origin story of the pyramid before Giza
- Quieter than the Giza Plateau
- Traditional Egyptian lunch included
- Licensed Egyptologist guide throughout
- Private party only - not mixed with other groups
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
