Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara & Dahshur tour (exclusive)
Discover how pyramid building developed from Saqqara to Dahshur and Giza on a private full-day road tour from Hurghada. Travel in an air-conditioned private car or minibus with an English-speaking Egyptologist and visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, Bent Pyramid, Red Pyramid, Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx.
This itinerary is designed for travellers interested in archaeology and the evolution of ancient Egyptian architecture. It does not include the Grand Egyptian Museum, allowing more time at the pyramid complexes and a clearer focus than a general Cairo highlights tour.
Private departures are available from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay, Safaga, El Quseir and Marsa Alam. Prices start from 85€ per person for 8 travellers, including entrance fees, a private Egyptologist, lunch and hotel transfers.
Looking for the museum and classic Cairo highlights instead? Compare this specialist pyramid route with our private Cairo day trip by car or the Cairo day trip by plane.
- From Hurghada
- From El Gouna
- From Makadi Bay
- From Sahl Hasheesh
- From Soma Bay
- From Safaga
- From El Quseir
- From Marsa Alam
- Book Online and pay on site
- Pick-up from the lobby of your hotel
- English speaking guide
- Customer support available 24/7
- Insurance included
| Number of people | Type of car / Private | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Persons | Private car | 160 € p.P. |
| 3 Persons | Mini bus | 140 € p.P. |
| 4 Persons | Mini bus | 120 € p.P. |
| 5 Persons | Mini bus | 110 € p.P. |
| 6 Persons | Mini bus | 105 € p.P. |
| 7 Persons | Mini bus | 95 € p.P. |
| 8 Persons | Mini bus | 85 € p.P. |
| Duration | Trip Type | Availability | Pick-up Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| around 18 hours | Individually | Every day | at around 3 a.m. |
Follow the development of ancient Egyptian pyramid architecture across three major necropolises in one private day. Your Egyptologist explains how the stepped form at Saqqara, the changing angle of the Bent Pyramid and the smooth-sided Red Pyramid at Dahshur lead into the monumental design of the Giza Pyramids. The route focuses on verified archaeology, construction development and royal funerary complexes without museum or compulsory shopping stops.
Program of Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara & Dahshur tour
- Djoser Step Pyramid at Saqqara
- Bent Pyramid at Dashur
- The Red Pyramid of Dahshur
- Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx
- Lunch
Overview of the itinerary - Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara & Dahshur tour
| # | Programme |
|---|---|
| 1 | Early hotel pick-up at the time confirmed for your resort, followed by the private road journey with a comfort stop. |
| 2 | Begin at Saqqara with the Step Pyramid complex of Djoser and its role in the development of monumental stone architecture. |
| 3 | Continue to the Dahshur Pyramids to discover the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid and compare important stages of pyramid engineering during the reign of King Sneferu. |
| 4 | Lunch in a beautiful garden restaurant on the way to Giza, featuring a variety of traditional Egyptian specialties. |
| 5 | Visit the world-famous Pyramids of Giza: Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinos, the crowning highlight of the day. |
| 6 | Final stop at the Great Sphinx, standing face to face with this iconic guardian of ancient Egyptian history. |
| 7 | Return journey to Hurghada after an eventful day, with hotel arrival depending on traffic and resort location. |
Description for Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara & Dahshur tour
Your private driver collects you from your hotel for the road journey toward the Cairo region. The exact pick-up time is confirmed for your resort and travel date, with a comfort stop during the drive.
The archaeological route begins at Saqqara, where your Egyptologist introduces the Step Pyramid complex of Djoser and the transition from mastaba tombs to monumental stone architecture.
Continue to Dahshur to compare the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid. These monuments illustrate major stages in pyramid engineering during the reign of King Sneferu.
After the included lunch, visit the Giza Plateau to see the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, followed by the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple.
The return drive starts after the sightseeing programme. Arrival at your Red Sea hotel depends on traffic, the confirmed visiting order and your resort location.
Best for: archaeology enthusiasts, repeat visitors and travellers seeking an in-depth private pyramid tour from Hurghada without museum or shopping stops.
Book your private Saqqara, Dahshur and Giza pyramid tour from 85€ per person.
Saqqara, Dahshur and Giza Tour: Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this tour different from a general Cairo day trip?
This specialist itinerary focuses on the development of pyramid architecture at Saqqara, Dahshur and Giza. It does not include the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Which pyramids are included?
The tour includes the Step Pyramid of Djoser, Bent Pyramid, Red Pyramid and the main pyramids of Giza, plus the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple.
Is the tour private?
Yes. Transport is arranged by private car or minibus according to group size, with an English-speaking Egyptologist.
What is included in the price?
Private hotel transfers, entrance fees to the listed archaeological sites, an Egyptologist guide, lunch, water and soft drinks are included.
Included in the price:
- All transfers with high quality brand vehicles and with professional drivers.
- Entrance fees to the listed sites (Step Pyramid, Bent Pyramid, Red Pyramid, Giza Pyramids, Valley Temple and Great Sphinx).
- English speaking Egyptologist as tour guide
- Lunch (Egyptian specialties)
- Drinks (water and cola) on the bus.
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Guests from Marsa Alam are charged a transfer fee of 60€ per person.
- Guests from El Quseir are charged a transfer fee of 45€ per person.
- 0-5 years: free
- 6-11 years: 50% discount
- From 12 years: full price
Available Payment Methods:
- Cash (Euro, US Dollar, Swiss Franc)
- Bank transfer
- PayPal
- Tax and insurance are included in the price
