Dahshur & Meidum Pyramids Tour

Duration: 8 Hours
Location: Giza
Tour type: Private tour
Pickup: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo & Giza
Availability: On request
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Visitors exploring the Bent Pyramid, Red Pyramid, and Meidum Pyramid in the Egyptian desert.

Dahshur & Meidum Pyramids Tour

Visit Egypt’s early pyramids on the Dahshur & Meidum Tour. See the pyramids up close. Enjoy a quiet, crowd-free day on this private trip.

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Why You Will Love This Trip

  • You avoid the crowds and enjoy a calm, authentic experience

  • You get to enter multiple pyramids, something very few visitors do

  • You explore places most tourists never hear about

  • You learn the full story of how Egypt perfected pyramid building

  • You walk through vast, open deserts with stunning views

  • You experience a unique adventure perfect for photographers and history lovers

  • You enjoy personalized attention on a private, comfortable, hassle-free tour

Tour Highlights

  • Visit three ancient pyramids older than the Great Pyramid

  • Enter the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid—a rare experience

  • Explore the peaceful, uncrowded sites of Dahshur & Meidum

  • Discover the origins of pyramid engineering with a licensed Egyptologist

  • See preserved limestone casing that shows how pyramids originally looked

  • Enjoy a private tour with hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Capture incredible photos in quiet desert landscapes

  • Learn about Pharaoh Sneferu, the mastermind behind Egypt’s early pyramids

What’s included

Private, air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel pickup and drop-off (Cairo & Giza)

Licensed Egyptologist tour guide

Entrance fees to all mentioned sites

Bottled water during the tour

All service charges & taxes

What’s not included

Personal expenses

Gratuities (tips)

Food and drinks not mentioned

Any additional tickets or services not listed in the itinerary

Itinerary

Bent Pyramid

Early Engineering Breakthrough

Explore one of Egypt’s most unique pyramids, famous for its unusual bend. Enter its ancient corridors and see some of the best-preserved limestone casing in Egypt.

Red Pyramid

Egypt’s First True Pyramid

Visit the first successful smooth-sided pyramid built by Pharaoh Sneferu. Enter the spacious interior chambers and witness the architectural leap that led to the Great Pyramid.

Meidum Pyramid

The “Collapsed Pyramid”

Travel south to the peaceful Meidum Pyramid, a remarkable site showing the evolution from step pyramids to smooth-sided structures. Ideal for photography and quiet exploration.

Suggestions

  • 👟 Comfortable walking shoes
  • 👕 Lightweight, breathable clothing
  • 🧢 Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
  • 💧 Water bottle
  • 📷 Camera or smartphone
  • 💵 Cash for tips and purchases
  • 🎟 Keep tickets handy

Tour Pricing

Upon Request.

Prices depend on group size, selected language, and additional customizations. Contact us to receive your detailed quote and secure your private tour.

Kids Policy

0-5 years old
Free of charge (must sit on parents’ lap; separate seats may require extra payment).
6-11 years old
50% of the adult price.
12 years old
Full adult price applies.

Notes

Important Pricing Information

Customizable Services: Prices may vary based on your specific requirements or any additional services requested (e.g., special tickets, a private guide, or timing adjustments).

Exchange Rate Impact: Final pricing is subject to change due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates, which affect the cost of tourism-related components.ne & Business Hours

Advance Booking Required for a Seamless and Exceptional Experience

This trip must be booked at least 48 hours in advance. Early booking gives us sufficient time to complete all necessary paperwork, secure reservations, arrange transportation, and assign a highly skilled tour guide. Having the right guide is essential, as they make the trip truly exceptional by ensuring a smooth, informative, and memorable experience.

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