Private Access Tour: Saqqara

Half Day Tour
6–8 hours

Overview

Discover the cradle of pyramid architecture on a full-day private tour to Saqqara with exclusive access to tombs and pyramids not open to the general public. Led by an expert Egyptologist, this immersive experience unveils the secrets of the Step Pyramid, royal tombs, and the birth of pyramid engineering—all in comfort and privacy. Optional visits to Dahshur, Memphis, and Giza make this a complete ancient Egypt exploration.

Tour Highlights

Visit the legendary Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest monumental stone structure in the world

Explore intricately carved tombs of high officials like Kagemni, Ti, and Unas

Optionally descend into Unas’ Pyramid, the first pyramid with inscribed sacred texts

Tour the Imhotep Museum, showcasing original tools and statues from ancient Saqqara

What to Expect

Explore the world's oldest pyramid—the Step Pyramid of Djoser

Go inside richly decorated tombs with vivid carvings

Learn about ancient funerary practices, architecture, and daily life

Enjoy private, crowd-free access with a professional guide

Optional adventure into Dahshur's Red/Bent Pyramids or Memphis open-air museum

Enjoy a relaxed pace with personalized commentary

More About Private Access Tour: Saqqara

Booking required at least 48–72 hours in advance for special access

Not wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all ages (some areas involve steps and uneven ground)

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Tour can be customized to fit your time and interests

Wear comfortable walking shoes and sun protection

Itinerary

Day General Information

Begin with hotel pickup and head to Saqqara for a private tour of the Step Pyramid, noble tombs, and the Pyramid of Unas. Visit the Imhotep Museum, enjoy a traditional lunch, and optionally explore Dahshur or Memphis before returning to your hotel.

Activity - 1

Saqqara private tour

Saqqara is an ancient burial ground in Egypt, famous for the Step Pyramid of Djoser—the world’s oldest stone pyramid. It served as a vast necropolis for the ancient capital Memphis and contains numerous tombs, temples, and monuments showcasing early Egyptian architecture and art.

Day Extra Information

Advance booking (48–72 hours) is required. Moderate walking involved; wear comfortable shoes and sun protection. Not wheelchair accessible. Children must be accompanied. Customizable tour with optional Dahshur and Memphis visits, which may add time and fees.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Private air-conditioned transportation

Licensed Egyptologist guide

Entry fees to Saqqara archaeological site

Access to Step Pyramid, Unas Pyramid, tombs of Kagemni & Ti

Visit to the Imhotep Museum

Bottled water & lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant

All taxes and service charges

Exclusions

Tips for guide and driver (optional)

Personal expenses and souvenirs

Additional sites not mentioned in the base itinerary (unless added)

Internal pyramid access fees (optional, arranged in advance)

Current Season Price Details

Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out

#	Price
Solo Adult	$ 3650 /per adult
Group of (2-3) Adults	$ 1950 /per adult
Group of (4-6) Adults	$ 1500 /per adult
Group of (7-10) Adults	$ 1300 /per adult
Group of (11-more) Adults	$ 1150 /per adult
Child [age:6-11]
Infant [age:0-5]