Saqqara (Sakkara) Tours
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Set about 18 miles (30 kilometers) south of Cairo, Saqqara (Sakkara) was the burial place for the ancient Egyptian capital of Memphis, now in ruins. The site features a small sphinx and several pyramids—the most famous of which is the Step Pyramid of Djoser, which represented a major advance in building techniques.
The Basics
Besides pharaoh Djoser, another 16 kings built their tombs at Saqqara, and the area was used for burial until well into Roman times. Other important monuments on the UNESCO-listed site include the Pyramid of Unas, the Pyramid of Sekhemkhet, the Mastaba of Ti, and the underground Persian Tombs. Guided day trips from Cairo typically stop at Saqqara along with the Giza pyramids and the Great Sphinx of Giza.
Things to Know Before You Go
- There’s very little shade at Saqqara—don’t forget your hat, sunscreen, and water.
- Wear shoes adequate for navigating desert terrain.
- Some guided tours offer wheelchair-accessible transport, but expect uneven surfaces on the site.
How to Get There
There’s no public transit from Cairo to Saqqara, so either hire a car or book a tour that includes round-trip transportation. In addition, the attractions are spread out, so you’ll need a driver to help you explore the entire site.
When to Get There
If you’re there in summer, visit Saqqara in the morning to beat the worst of the heat and crowds. Also, traffic between Cairo and Saqqara is usually less congested on Friday and Saturday, as most Egyptians work Sunday through Thursday.
Why Were the Kings Buried in Pyramids?
As part of their belief in the afterlife, the ancient Egyptians thought that part of a king’s spirit remained with his body. So in addition to mummification, the king’s corpse and possessions were preserved in a pyramid or tomb. Throughout King Djoser’s reign, builders assembled his pyramid’s six layers of stone, as well as the surrounding complex.
Address: Saqqara, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Admission: Free
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Devote ample time to Cairo’s wonders by spreading your sightseeing over two days on this privately guided tour. Accompanied by your own Egyptologist guide, set off on Day 1 to see the pyramids and Sphinx at Giza, before traveling to Saqqara, home to the Step pyramid, Egypt’s first-ever pyramid. On Day 2, switch your sights to Cairo itself. Marvel at the treasures of King Tutankhamun and other highlights at the Egyptian Museum; visit the Mohammed Ali Mosque; and enjoy the Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Daily hotel pickup and drop-off is included.
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1:Giza Pyramids,Memphis and Sakkara Day Trip
Your Visitors Egypt Tour guide will be waiting you. They will be holding a sign of Visitors Egypt whether in airport or in Hotel,
Start your tour to The Pyramids , then visit the Great Sphinx, visit the Valley Temple of the pyramids.
Move to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser in Sakkara home of Egypt’s oldest
pyramid. Then Proceed to Memphis the ancient capital of Egypt, Watch the great Statue of RamsesII and the alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.Then, Back to your Hotel and take a small rest and get ready for The Sound and Light show in the Pyramid’s area.
2:Egyptian Museum,Citadel&Mohamed Ali Mosque
Your guide will pick you from your hotel to Start your tour visiting The Egyptian Museum which has more than 250,000 pieces
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See some of Egypt’s lesser-known pyramids on a private day trip from Cairo. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, hear about the ancient pharaohs and their burial grounds from your guide as you journey south to the necropolis of Dahshur. View the Red Pyramid and extraordinary Bent Pyramid here, and then explore the ruins of Memphis, once Egypt’s capital. Inspect the broken relics, columns and giant fallen statue of Ramses II, before continuing to Saqqara. Here, see the famous Step Pyramid of Zoser, Egypt’s oldest stone structure, before returning to Cairo.
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Full day tour to GIZA PYRAMIDS MEMPHIS CITY AND SAKKARA PYRAMID
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This full-day tour takes you to the Giza pyramid complex, which includes the three Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and other important structures. After lunch at a local restaurant (included), travel to Sakkara, an ancient Egyptian burial ground, then on to Memphis, which once served as the capital of ancient Egypt.
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Step back in time without the hassle of joining a large tour group on this private tour around three well-preserved sites of antiquity, the city of Memphis and the necropoli at Saqqara and Dahshur. Visit pyramids and temples at these UNESCO World Heritage Sites with your private guide, a qualified Egyptologist. Instead of yelling from the back of the tour group and hoping you’re heard, get personalized attention from your guide as you visit the colossus of Ramses II or stop at Saqqara’s stepped Pyramid of Djoser.
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Full-Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Memphis, and Sakkara
See Cairo’s three greatest ancient Egyptian sites all in a single day Learn the secrets of the pharaohs from your private Egyptologist guide
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Sakkara, Memphis & Dahshur
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With Visitors Egypt Tours, you will get the chance to live the experience of the ancient Egyptian history with our experienced and professional guides with the lowest prices possible.
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Private Day Trip with Guide to Giza Pyramids Saqqara and Memphis from Cairo
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You will meet Egyptologist tour guide at the lobby of your hotel at 8am. Your stop will be Pyramids where you will wonder at the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the only remaining wonder of the seven wonders of the ancient world, as well as the pyramids of his son; Chephren and of his grandson; Mycerinus, then you will move up the plateau of Giza to the panorama which is the highest point of the plateau to see the three pyramids altogether and take great pictures, get prepared to start your adventure on the camel in the Sahara desert around the pyramids and you will also get a chance to will see the famous Sphinx - a human-headed lion - and the Valley Temple.
Then move on to see the oldest pyramids of Egypt, the Step Pyramid and some smaller pyramids nearby in Saqqara.
Your last stop will be Memphis, the oldest capital of Egypt. Marvel at the huge statue of King Ramses II and explore the open museum, before being transferred back to your hotel.
Camel ride is included 30 minutes and Lunch
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Private Day Trip to Giza pyramids , Saqqara- Dahshur-Barbecue Lunch Camel Ride
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Besides the big three, Egypt is home to over 80 pyramids. Discover the best with a professional to take the transport strain on this private door-to-door tour of Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur. See the Pyramid of Djoser (the earliest known pyramid), the Red Pyramid (the first true pyramid), the quirky Bent Pyramid, and the Giza Pyramids all in one day. Along the way, enjoy a camel ride, lunch, and beer.
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