Visitors climbing the steps to the entrance of the Red Pyramid

Dahshur Tours & Tickets

From great-value day trips with lunch to private Egyptologist tours and a dedicated Red Pyramid interior visit — the Dahshur experiences worth booking, all with pickup from Cairo or Giza.

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Dahshur has no public transport and very few facilities, so a tour is by far the easiest way to visit — and it usually costs little more than a private taxi. Below are our favourite tours for every style and budget. Prices shown are indicative starting points; tap through for live availability.

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The Red Pyramid of Sneferu at Dahshur under a clear sky Top pick · Day trip from US$55
🕒 3–8 hours 4.8 (762 reviews)

Giza: Sakkara, Memphis & Dahshur (Pyramid & Felucca Options)

The most popular Dahshur tour on GetYourGuide — and for good reason. You build the day you want: the Red and Bent Pyramids at Dahshur, the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara and the colossal Ramesses II at Memphis, with options to add the Giza pyramids or finish with a sunset felucca on the Nile. A private air-conditioned car and an Egyptologist guide keep the pace relaxed.

  • Choose your combo: Dahshur, Saqqara, Memphis, Giza and a Nile felucca
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
  • Lunch included on the longer options

Best for: First-timers who want the full pyramid story in one day

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The Bent Pyramid with its original polished limestone casing Day trip · Entry fees included from US$53
🕒 6 hours 4.7 (366 reviews)

Cairo: Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Day Trip with Lunch

A classic, great-value day that covers the three essential sites south of Cairo in the right order: Saqqara first, then Memphis, then the quiet desert of Dahshur in the softer afternoon light. Entry tickets and lunch are included, so the price you see is essentially the price you pay. Rated 4.7/5 by more than 360 travellers.

  • All entry fees included — no card juggling at the gates
  • Step Pyramid of Djoser, Red & Bent Pyramids, Memphis
  • Traditional Egyptian lunch

Best for: Travellers who want everything included and no surprises

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The Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara Day trip · Best value from US$42
🕒 3–8 hours 4.8 (389 reviews)

Giza Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara with Optional Dahshur & Felucca

A flexible, budget-friendly way to see Egypt’s great pyramid fields. Start with the Giza plateau and the Sphinx, continue to Memphis and Saqqara, and add Dahshur so you can step inside the Red Pyramid. Choose the options that suit your time and budget — ideal if you only have one day in Cairo.

  • Pick the sites you want — add Dahshur as an option
  • Private guide and air-conditioned transport
  • Optional felucca ride on the Nile

Best for: Budget-conscious travellers with one day in Cairo

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Tourist police officer on a camel in front of the Red Pyramid Private tour from US$83
🕒 5 hours 4.6 (492 reviews)

Cairo: Sakkara, Memphis & Dahshur Pyramids Trip (Private)

An efficient private half-day that starts with an 8:00 hotel pickup and beats both the heat and the traffic. Your guide takes you through Saqqara’s Step Pyramid, the Ramesses II colossus at Memphis and on to Dahshur, where you’ll have time to go inside the Red Pyramid. Rated 4.6/5 from almost 500 reviews.

  • Private group — just you and your party
  • Skip-the-line style entry arranged by your guide
  • Step Pyramid, Memphis open-air museum, Red & Bent Pyramids

Best for: Families and couples who prefer a private, early start

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The corbelled ceiling of the Red Pyramid’s burial chamber Private tour · Inside the pyramid from US$66
🕒 3 hours New

Cairo: Red Pyramid Private Tour with Interior Chambers Entry

The only tour focused purely on Dahshur. A private driver and guide take you to Egypt’s third-largest pyramid, where you descend the 60-metre passage to the three corbelled chambers inside. Short, focused and perfect if you’ve already seen Saqqara or simply want Sneferu’s masterpiece without a long day.

  • Dedicated Dahshur trip — no rushing to other sites
  • Entry to the Red Pyramid’s interior chambers
  • Private air-conditioned transfer

Best for: Pyramid enthusiasts and repeat visitors to Cairo

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Visitors walking up the steps to the Red Pyramid entrance Private half-day from US$58
🕒 4–5 hours 4.7 (14 reviews)

From Cairo: Dahshur & Memphis Private Half-Day Guided Tour

A compact private tour for travellers who have already done (or plan to do) Saqqara separately. Explore both of Sneferu’s pyramids at Dahshur, then visit Memphis to see the colossal Ramesses II and the alabaster sphinx. Short enough to pair with a museum visit on the same day.

  • Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid with a private guide
  • Memphis, the first capital of united Egypt
  • Flexible timing — ideal for the afternoon

Best for: Short stays and afternoon slots

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The fallen colossus of Ramesses II at Memphis Half-day tour from US$60
🕒 5 hours 4.4 (480 reviews)

Cairo: Memphis, Sakkara & Dahshur Pyramids

A popular half-day that strings together Memphis, Saqqara and Dahshur with minimal time in the car. You’ll trace the story from Egypt’s first capital to its first stone pyramid and, finally, to the first true pyramids — a neat history lesson in five hours.

  • The three sites south of Cairo in one morning
  • Skip-the-line entry arranged
  • Private option available

Best for: Travellers who want the south-of-Cairo trio in a morning

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The Great Sphinx and a Giza pyramid Private · All-inclusive from US$103
🕒 7 hours 4.5 (397 reviews)

Cairo: Giza Pyramids, Sakkara & Dahshur All-Inclusive Tour

Egypt’s three great pyramid fields in a single, fully organised private day: the Great Pyramid and Sphinx at Giza, the Step Pyramid at Saqqara and the smooth-sided Red Pyramid at Dahshur. With entry fees and lunch bundled, it’s the stress-free way to see the complete evolution of the pyramid.

  • Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur in one private day
  • Entry fees, lunch and water included
  • Private Egyptologist guide

Best for: Travellers who want Giza + Dahshur fully arranged

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Painted relief of hippos and a crocodile in a Saqqara mastaba Guided day trip from US$99
🕒 6–7 hours 4.7 (95 reviews)

Cairo: Djoser, Bent Pyramid & Memphis Day Trip

A tour built around the architectural story: from Djoser’s stepped prototype to Sneferu’s experimental Bent Pyramid, with Memphis in between. Ideal for history lovers who want time to understand how and why the pyramid shape evolved.

  • The Step Pyramid of Djoser — the world’s oldest large stone building
  • The Bent Pyramid and its famous change of angle
  • Memphis open-air museum

Best for: History lovers and architecture buffs

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Camel riders crossing the desert in front of the Giza pyramids Full-day tour from US$47
🕒 8 hours 4.6 (100 reviews)

Cairo: Pyramids, Memphis, Sakkara & Dahshur Luxury Adventure

The big one: all four pyramid sites in a single full day, with lunch at a local restaurant along the way. It’s a long day, but if your time in Cairo is limited, it’s the most complete overview of the pyramid age you can get.

  • Giza pyramids and Sphinx
  • Saqqara, Memphis and Dahshur
  • Local lunch included

Best for: Travellers short on time who want everything

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The eroded mudbrick core of the Black Pyramid at Dahshur Private · Egyptologist from US$116
🕒 6 hours 5.0 (6 reviews)

Cairo: Saqqara, Dahshur & Memphis Private Tour with Lunch

A premium private tour with a qualified Egyptologist who tailors the day to your interests. Linger in the Saqqara tombs, take your time inside the Red Pyramid and hear the story of the Black Pyramid, then relax over a restaurant lunch before heading back to your hotel.

  • Private Egyptologist guide
  • Saqqara, Dahshur and Memphis at your pace
  • Restaurant lunch included

Best for: Couples and small groups wanting a premium private day

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Aerial view of the Giza pyramids at the edge of Cairo Small group · Bestseller from US$73
🕒 8 hours 4.7 (3,603 reviews)

From Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Saqqara & Memphis Tour

Not a Dahshur tour, but the bestselling way to see the other great pyramid fields — so it pairs perfectly with a short Dahshur add-on or a Red Pyramid private tour on another day. A small group, an Egyptologist guide and a well-paced itinerary explain why thousands of travellers rate it 4.7/5.

  • One of Cairo’s best-reviewed tours — 3,600+ reviews
  • Giza pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara and Memphis
  • Small group with Egyptologist guide

Best for: Pairing with a separate Dahshur visit

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How to choose the right Dahshur tour

Not sure which to pick? Match the tour to your travel style:

  • Best overall: the Sakkara, Memphis & Dahshur tour with felucca options lets you build your own day and is rated 4.8/5 from 760+ reviews.
  • No hidden costs: the Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur day trip includes entry fees and lunch — the price you see is the price you pay.
  • Tightest budget: the Giza–Memphis–Sakkara tour with optional Dahshur starts from about US$42.
  • Only interested in Dahshur: the private Red Pyramid tour with interior entry takes about three hours door to door.
  • Want Giza too: the all-inclusive Giza, Sakkara & Dahshur private tour covers all three pyramid fields in one day.

What’s usually included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • A licensed, English-speaking Egyptologist guide (other languages on request)
  • Entry tickets — included on some tours, paid by card on the day on others (check the listing)
  • Lunch at a local restaurant on most full-day tours
  • Bottled water; tips for guides and drivers are customary but optional
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Dahshur tour FAQs

How much does a Dahshur tour cost?

Shared or private day tours that combine Dahshur with Saqqara and Memphis start from about US$42–65 per person, private tours with an Egyptologist from about US$80–120, and all-inclusive Giza + Dahshur days from around US$100. Prices vary with group size and season — tap any tour for the live price.

Are entry fees included in Dahshur tours?

It depends on the tour. Some, like the Saqqara–Memphis–Dahshur day trip with lunch, include all entry fees; others leave tickets to be paid on the day. Egyptian sites now take card payments only, so bring a credit or debit card either way.

How long does a Dahshur tour take?

A Dahshur-only visit takes about 3 hours from Cairo or Giza. The popular Saqqara–Memphis–Dahshur combination takes 5–7 hours, and adding Giza makes it an 8-hour day.

Do tours go inside the Red Pyramid?

Most Dahshur tours give you time to go inside the Red Pyramid, as the interior is included in the site ticket. Guides usually wait outside — the passage is narrow and there are no inscriptions to explain inside.

Are Dahshur tours suitable for children?

Yes — Dahshur is quiet and spacious, which families love. Going inside the Red Pyramid requires a long crouch, so it suits confident older children best. Private tours make it easy to adapt the pace.