Tour to Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshurel from Alexandria Port

“Egypt Tours Portal” representative will pick you up from Alexandria Port by the cruise exit door to be transferred by an air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo for a private tour of the pyramids from Alexandria port. Upon arrival, you will start your tour by a visit to:

Saqqara Step Pyramid

The golden Saqqara Step Pyramid is known to be the earliest large-scale cut stone construction in history which dates back to the reign of King Djoser (2649 BC – 2611 BC) and was designed by his genius vizier Imhotep. The step pyramid of Saqqara consists of six steps built atop one another at a total height of 62 m.

Memphis City

The legendary capital of Ancient Egypt came into existence in the old Kingdom (2686 – 2134 BC) to be a primal center of rule, arts, knowledge, politics, and culture for over 3000 years. Memphis city was the largest city in the world from its foundation until around 2250 BC under the divine watch and protection of the god of artworks and creations Ptah.

Lunch Time

Have lunch at a local restaurant. Then enjoy a tour to:

Dahshur Pyramid

The Dahshur pyramids are found 40 kilometers southwest of Cairo Located to the Southwest of the cemetery of Memphis known to be the home to the great pyramids of King Sneferu (2613-2589 BC) such as the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid.

Finally, transfer back to Alexandria to join your cruise.

Meals: Lunch