Egypt Short Breaks Itinerary: What to See in 3, 4, or 5 Days
November 19, 2025
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| Duration |
10 Hours |
|---|---|
| Tour Location |
Saqqara Step Pyramid / Memphis City / Dahshure Pyramid |
| Tour Type |
Daily Tour |
| Pickup |
Alexandria Port |
Explore the wonders of ancient Egypt on this unforgettable Tour to Saqqara, Memphis, and Dahshure from Alexandria Port. Your adventure begins with a comfortable, air-conditioned drive to Cairo, guided by our expert team. Immerse yourself in history at Saqqara, home to the magnificent Step Pyramid—the world’s first stone monument. Then, step back in time to Memphis, once ancient Egypt’s capital, where you’ll discover majestic statues and temples celebrating gods and pharaohs.
After a mid-day pause to savor traditional Egyptian cuisine, your tour continues with a visit to Dahshure. Be amazed by the Bent Pyramid, a fascinating ‘trial and error’ masterpiece of early pyramid building. The Trip to Saqqara, Memphis, and Dahshure from Alexandria Port concludes with a relaxing return ride, leaving you with memories of Egypt’s timeless treasures and cultural grandeur.
Our welcoming guide will meet you at Alexandria Port to begin your tour. From there, you'll travel comfortably to Cairo in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Your first stop will be the Saqqara necropolis, home to the oldest complete stone building in history: the Step Pyramid. Built by Pharaoh Djoser in the 27th century BC, this pyramid is considered a major milestone in ancient Egyptian architecture.
Next, you'll visit Memphis, the capital of ancient Egypt and one of its most important cities. Here, you'll explore the open-air museum featuring impressive statues and temples dedicated to various gods and pharaohs.
After a morning of sightseeing, you'll stop for lunch at a local restaurant to enjoy some traditional Egyptian cuisine.
Finally, your tour will conclude at Dahshure, where you'll see the remarkable Bent Pyramid. This unique pyramid is believed to have been an experimental structure that led to later developments in pyramid construction.
After a day immersed in the wonders of ancient Egyptian history, you'll journey back to Alexandria Port in the comfort of a private, air-conditioned car.
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Luxor / Cairo
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Cairo / Alexandria
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The Great Pyramids of Giza / Egyptian Museum / Al Muizz Street
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The Great Pyramids of Giza / The Egyptian Museum / GEM
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The Great Pyramids of Giza / Saqqara Step Pyramid / GEM
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Pompey's Pillar / Citadel of Qaitbay / Alexandrina Library
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