Day Tour to Dahshur and Meidum Pyramids From Cairo

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Tour Details

Duration
8 Hours
Tour Location
Dahshur Pyramids / Meidoum Pyramid
Tour Type
Daily Tour
Pickup
Cairo Airport or Your Hotel

A Full-Day Journey Through Dahshur & Meidum

This full-day tour from Cairo city hotels visits the Dahshur pyramid field and the Meidum Pyramid, skipping Giza entirely. It covers the Bent Pyramid, the Red Pyramid, and Meidum’s collapsed pyramid structure in a single 8-hour private circuit. It is the only Cairo day tour built around Sneferu’s three earliest pyramid designs. Travelers who love a broader journey choose our curated collection of Cairo Full Day Tours, making their trip even more enriching.

Private vehicle pickup from Cairo hotels leads south to the Dahshur necropolis, where the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid are visited in sequence. From Dahshur, the drive continues south to Meidum, where the eroded core of the Meidum Pyramid stands exposed. Lunch is served at a local restaurant before the return drive to Cairo hotels.

No other full-day tour from Cairo pairs Dahshur’s two Sneferu pyramids with the Meidum Pyramid in one circuit, since competing tours route through Giza or Saqqara instead. Travelers planning a wider Cairo itinerary can browse the Cairo day trips guide for related excursions. Whether you’re planning a comprehensive Egypt itinerary or exploring the best Egypt day trips, this tour offers an inspiring mix of history, comfort, and discovery inviting you to book with confidence and experience Egypt beyond the ordinary.

Why Book This Tour

  • Visit the Bent Pyramid, Red Pyramid, and Meidum Pyramid in one day
  • Private Egyptologist guide with in-depth knowledge of pyramid evolution
  • Full 8-hour itinerary with same-day return to Cairo hotels
  • VIP-style touring with flexible pacing
  • Comfortable, modern private vehicles
  • Customizable itinerary options
  • Affordable pricing with premium service
  • 24/7 traveler support

Included

  • Pickup from your Cairo hotel by Tripidays representative
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle, round trip from Cairo hotels to Dahshur and Meidum
  • Private Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
  • Lunch at a local restaurant during the tour
  • One Bottled water during the tour
  • Full assistance from our team
  • All taxes and service charges

Excluded

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Optional upgrades or add-ons
  • Any site not listed above (e.g., Giza, Saqqara)

Highlights

Attractions

  • Bent Pyramid
  • Red Pyramid
  • Meidum Pyramid

Itinerary

  • Excursion to Dahshur Pyramids and Meidum Pyramid

    Your driver picks you up from your Cairo hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle for this full-day tour to the Dahshur and Meidum pyramids, heading first toward the Dahshur necropolis south of Giza. If you need deep history, often combine this experience with our Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur three-field tour.

    Bent & Red Pyramids

    Start your exploration with the Bent Pyramid, known for its unusual change of angle, followed by the Red Pyramid, Egypt’s earliest successful true pyramid. Your guide shares fascinating insights into royal burials, the evolution of construction, and the site’s importance in the history of pyramids.

    Discover the Meidum Pyramid

    Continue to Fayoum to explore the Meidum Pyramid, a rarely visited gem that offers a quiet, authentic atmosphere. Learn about its unique design, historical significance, and the mysteries surrounding its unusual shape. After an enriching day, we drive you back to your hotel for a comfortable evening. 

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    Meals 

    Lunch 

Frequently Asked Questions

This tour includes private transport, a private guide, and entrance fees to the Bent Pyramid, Red Pyramid, and Meidum Pyramid. Lunch at a local restaurant is also included, along with Cairo hotel pickup and drop-off.

This is the only full-day tour from Cairo built around Dahshur and Meidum, skipping Giza and Saqqara entirely. It focuses on Sneferu's three experimental pyramids, tracing the shift from Meidum's collapsed core to Dahshur's Bent and Red Pyramids.

Absolutely. These sites are quieter and less crowded than Giza, making them ideal for families. The tour includes smooth transportation, flexible pacing, and a private Egyptologist guide who adapts the experience to all ages.

Wear light, breathable clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, and a hat. The desert areas can be sunny, so sunscreen and water are essential. Winter visitors should bring a light jacket for morning or late-afternoon breezes.

The tour covers the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid at Dahshur, then continues south to the Meidum Pyramid. Private transport connects both stops within a single 8-hour circuit.

What to Pack

Hat Backpack Comfy Shoes
Powerbank Medical Kit Comfy Clothes
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Prices By Seasons

From Jan 2026 to Apr 2026
  • Solo $320
  • 2 - 4 Pax $180
  • 5 - 8 Pax $110
  • 9 - 16 Pax $100
From May 2026 to Sep 2026
  • Solo $300
  • 2 - 4 $180
  • 5 - 8 Pax $110
  • 9 - 16 Pax $90
From Oct 2026 to Dec 2026
  • Solo $320
  • 2 - 4 $180
  • 5 - 8 Pax $110
  • 9 -16 Pax $100
Xmas 21 Dec - 7 Jan Easter 29 Mar - 11 Apr
  • Solo $320
  • 2 - 4 pax $190
  • 5 - 8 pax $110
  • 9 - 16 Pax $100
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