# Sakkara & Memphis Half-Day Tour from Cairo

> Visit the Djoser Step Pyramid at Sakkara and the colossal Ramses II at Memphis on a half-day guided tour from Cairo. Private Egyptologist and door-to-door pickup

Source: https://discoverytoursegypt.com/day-tours/giza-pyramids/sakkara-memphis-half-day-tour/
Operator: Discovery Tours Egypt

Your driver meets you at your Cairo hotel for a morning or afternoon half-day pickup. The visit includes Sakkara’s Djoser Step Pyramid (Third Dynasty) and the open-air exhibits at Mit Rahina (Memphis), including the colossal Ramses II remains.

## Key Facts
- Region: Cairo
- From: $94 per person

## Highlights
- Private half-day with door-to-door pickup from Cairo hotels; operated by Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- Explore Saqqara's Step Pyramid of Djoser and Teti tombs with our Egyptologist; archaeological context explained.
- Visit ancient Memphis: see the colossus of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx in the open-air museum.
- Enter the Serapeum to view stone sarcophagi of the Apis bulls – site access and fees included.
- We don't run group bus tours; your Egyptologist and driver are dedicated to your schedule.

## Included
- Approximately 5 hours guided excursion
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle

## Not Included
- Site entrance fees (payable on arrival)
- Pyramid interior tickets and premium tomb entrances where applicable
- Meals and drinks
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Any personal expenses or optional extras

## FAQ
### How long is the Saqqara and Memphis half day tour?
The tour runs approximately 3–4 hours including transfers. We collect from central Cairo in the morning and visit Saqqara (Step Pyramid of Djoser) and the open‑air museum at Memphis. Traffic can extend the return time; expect a flexible finish rather than an exact clock time.

### What is included in the Saqqara & Memphis Half Day Tour?
Price includes private transport, an Egyptologist guide, and standard site entrance fees for Saqqara and Memphis. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we provide the vehicle, guide, and tickets; lunches, personal gratuities, and any extra tomb or pyramid‑interior fees are excluded unless arranged. We can add bottled water or a light snack on request.

### Do we visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the Serapeum?
Yes – the itinerary includes the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara and the archaeological remains at Memphis. Access to the Serapeum (the buried Apis bull galleries) is intermittent for conservation; if it is closed, we extend time at Saqqara or the Memphis site instead. Our Egyptologist will explain the chronology and recent conservation work while on site.

### How much walking is involved and is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Expect moderate walking on uneven limestone, loose sand, and low steps; there is limited shade. The sites have rough ground and some steep or narrow stone steps, so it is not fully wheelchair accessible without extensive assistance. With advance notice we can shorten walking routes, provide more frequent rests, and meet you as close to vehicle drop‑offs as site rules allow.

### Can I enter any pyramid interiors on this half day tour?
Pyramid interior access is not included by default and often requires separate tickets and restrictions. We do not bundle interior visits as standard – the passages are narrow, low, and steep and many guests prefer to view externally. If you request an interior visit, we will check current openings, age/health restrictions, and the extra fee and add it to your booking where possible.

### What should I bring and wear for Saqqara and Memphis?
Bring sun protection (sunscreen, hat), sturdy closed shoes, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle. Light, breathable layers work best for the heat; modest dress (shoulders and knees covered) is recommended out of respect at religious sites. Carry small local cash for restroom tips, optional entrance upgrades, and guide gratuities; toilets are available at the visitor centers but can be basic.

### Are Saqqara and Memphis open during Ramadan?
Sites generally remain open during Ramadan but hours and services can change. Museum cafés and some local shops may operate reduced hours and visitor numbers can shift to evenings; we recommend a morning visit to avoid late‑day crowds and heat. We monitor local schedules and will adjust pickup times and the itinerary if authorities change opening hours.

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