# Saqqara & Dahshur Pyramids Tour

- Destination: Cairo & Giza
- Duration: Full Day
- Price: from USD 89.10 per adult (prices are shown in USD, EUR and EGP at booking)
- Meeting point: Hotel lobby pickup in Cairo or Giza.
- Best for: History lovers and curious travelers
- Booking: online; "Reserve Now, Pay Later" is available (no online payment is needed to hold a booking)
- Page: https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/saqqara-dahshur-pyramids-tour
- Last updated: 2026-10-09

Discover where the pyramid form was invented — Saqqara's Step Pyramid and the Bent and Red Pyramids at Dahshur, far from the Giza crowds.

Before Giza, there was Saqqara. This tour takes you to Djoser's Step Pyramid — the world's oldest large stone structure — where you can see, step by step, how the idea of the pyramid first took shape long before it became a perfect smooth-sided form. From there, you'll continue to Dahshur, where the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid stand side by side as living evidence of ancient Egypt's early experiments in pyramid engineering.

What makes this trip special is the quiet. Unlike Giza, these sites see a fraction of the crowds, giving you room to actually take in the scale of these monuments and get photos without a sea of people in the background. Your guide will walk you through how pyramid design evolved — from stepped, to bent, to the true smooth pyramid we recognize today.

It's a great choice for travelers who want the real story behind the pyramids, away from the tourist crush, and who want to see lesser-known but equally significant ancient wonders.

## Highlights

- Step Pyramid of Djoser
- Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid at Dahshur
- Far fewer crowds than Giza

## What's included

- Private transportation with A/C
- Licensed Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees

## What's not included

- Lunch and gratuities
- Photos & videos (not included in the price)

## Itinerary

1. **~07:30–08:30** — Hotel pickup: Pickup from your hotel lobby in Cairo or Giza in private air-conditioned transportation.
2. **~09:30** — Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara: See how the idea of the pyramid first took shape, with your licensed Egyptologist guide.
3. **~12:00** — Red and Bent Pyramids at Dahshur: Continue to Dahshur, where the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid stand side by side.
4. **~16:00** — Start the drive back: Drive back to your hotel.

## Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the trip.

## Frequently asked questions

**Why visit Saqqara and Dahshur?**
They show how pyramid design evolved — from stepped, to bent, to the true smooth pyramid — and see far fewer crowds than Giza.

**What is included?**
Private air-conditioned transportation, a licensed Egyptologist guide and entrance fees.

**Is lunch included?**
No. Lunch and gratuities are not included.

**Where does it start?**
With pickup from your hotel lobby in Cairo or Giza. The exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.

**What is the cancellation policy?**
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the trip.