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Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids, Saqqara

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A World Heritage Site, Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids once provided the final resting place for the pharaohs and nobles of Memphis. The ensemble of pyramids and mastabas (tombs made of mud bricks) covers a huge area of the desert--this site was used as a burial ground for around 3,000 years. The main structures include the Pyramid of Djoser, constructed by the royal architect Imhotep--it's possibly the oldest intact stone building in the world. Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Saqqara using our trip planner.
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FROM $62 BOOK WITH VIATOR 9 Hrs Experience Pyramids of Giza Dahshur Sakkara and Memphis incl Camel
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  • By world1explorer
    We arrived in Cairo at 10pm after 24 hours of flying from the USA, and by 8am we were on our way to Saqqara. This was an incredibly good way to start our trip, as it allowed us to experience the...  more »
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    We visited saqqara step pyramids on last day of our trip. Kids enjoyed the place as it is less crowded as compared to giza pyramids. It is an extensive archaeological site comprising of several...  more »
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Popular things to do in Saqqara

Step Pyramid of Djoser ©
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Side trips from Saqqara

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Nile River Valley
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Hidden gems in Saqqara

North Pyramid (Piramide Roja) ©
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North Pyramid (Piramide Roja)
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Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep's Mastaba
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Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep's Mastaba
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Duration: 3 hours
Pyramid of Unas ©
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Pyramid of Unas
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Mastaba of Ptah-Hotep and Akhti-Hotep
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Mastaba of Ptah-Hotep and Akhti-Hotep
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Duration: 3 hours

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Prestige Equestrian ©
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Museums in Saqqara

Imhotep Museum ©
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Historic Sites in Saqqara

Serapeum ©
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