Enjoy a two day getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life, exploring two of Badrashin’s villages and taking in the history, gorgeous landscapes and peaceful nature retreats. Enjoy delicious rural meals, campfires, horseback riding, learning about Badrashin’s heritage and ancient handicrafts, and long walks through the fields surrounded by animals and raw nature.
Highlights of the tour include a visit to the Djoser (Step) Pyramid, cycling and/or walking through Saqqara and Abu Sir’s open fields to get acquainted with the local agricultural landscape and handicrafts, visiting a working farm to learn more about livestock and country life, and an unforgettable horseback ride from Abu Sir to watch a scenic sunset.
Check our detailed program below.
Best time to visit: September to April Duration 2 day trip Means of transport:- Car
- Walking
- Tuk Tuk
- Cycling (bring your own bike, please)
* Please ask your tour guide/host for recommendations on hiring a Tuk Tuk.
Visit the Saqqara Necropolis
A landmark in Saqqara, a visit to the area is not complete without stopping by to admire the structure that pre-dates the Giza Pyramids! It’s best to stop by and take in the splendor of this ancient structure in the early morning before the heat of the desert becomes oppressive, and consider hiring a tour guide to learn all about the secrets of this site including an exploration of the many surrounding mastabas in the vicinity. You can also squeeze in a visit to the Imhotep Museum and a camel ride, if you fancy it!
A landmark in Saqqara, a visit to the area is not complete without stopping by to admire the structure that pre-dates the Giza Pyramids! It’s best to stop by and take in the splendor of this ancient structure in the early morning before the heat of the desert becomes oppressive, and consider hiring a tour guide to learn all about the secrets of this site including an exploration of the many surrounding mastabas in the vicinity. You can also squeeze in a visit to the Imhotep Museum and a camel ride, if you fancy it!
Day 1
Relaxing Lunch at Blue Lotus Guesthouse
Stop by for a savory and delicious lunch at Blue Lotus Guesthouse, freshly prepared by Um Mahmoud. Enjoy countryside cuisine staples like roasted chicken, duck, seasonal mahshi (stuffed vegetables), rice, salad and seasonal fruits. Tuck into this one of a kind meal in the impeccable and serene garden at Blue Lotus.
Relaxing Lunch at Blue Lotus Guesthouse
Stop by for a savory and delicious lunch at Blue Lotus Guesthouse, freshly prepared by Um Mahmoud. Enjoy countryside cuisine staples like roasted chicken, duck, seasonal mahshi (stuffed vegetables), rice, salad and seasonal fruits. Tuck into this one of a kind meal in the impeccable and serene garden at Blue Lotus.
Countryside Walk or Cycle in Saqqara Village
Take a walk or cycle through the Egyptian countryside, you are sure to meet some friendly farmers along the way. Stop and have a chat and cup of tea, they can show you their crops, animals, and irrigation techniques. Above the palm trees you may even see a pyramid peeking out on the horizon!
There will also be an opportunity to watch the ancient craft of greed in action, the working of palm branches to make boxes and baskets.
Note: It is highly recommended to arrange for one of the local tour guides to accompany you in order to get the most out of this activity.
Take a walk or cycle through the Egyptian countryside, you are sure to meet some friendly farmers along the way. Stop and have a chat and cup of tea, they can show you their crops, animals, and irrigation techniques. Above the palm trees you may even see a pyramid peeking out on the horizon!
There will also be an opportunity to watch the ancient craft of greed in action, the working of palm branches to make boxes and baskets.
Note: It is highly recommended to arrange for one of the local tour guides to accompany you in order to get the most out of this activity.
Enjoy a Desert Sunset at Lowhet Saqqara
Stop by Lowhet Saqqara Camp and film set for a cup of tea and a scenic view of the pyramids. Ask your local guide or Lowhet Saqqara hosts to lead you to the top of a hill where you can watch the sun drop on the horizon with the pyramids framing the scene beautifully. Soak in the beautiful moment in all its glory.
Stop by Lowhet Saqqara Camp and film set for a cup of tea and a scenic view of the pyramids. Ask your local guide or Lowhet Saqqara hosts to lead you to the top of a hill where you can watch the sun drop on the horizon with the pyramids framing the scene beautifully. Soak in the beautiful moment in all its glory.
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Abu Sir
End the day with a classic rural dinner at Osiris or Seror Guesthouse in Abu Sir. There are a range of accommodation options in Badrashin to suit any need; hotels, guesthouses, homestays, and camping. Check the full list here.
End the day with a classic rural dinner at Osiris or Seror Guesthouse in Abu Sir. There are a range of accommodation options in Badrashin to suit any need; hotels, guesthouses, homestays, and camping. Check the full list here.
Breakfast at Osiris Guesthouse
Enjoy a delicious countryside breakfast full of local favorites like feeter, traditional fellahi bread and cheese, eggs, fresh salad, pickled eggplant and local honey, all freshly prepared by local women. Tuck into this meal in the garden or on the rooftop overlooking the pyramids and lush Abu Sir fields.
Enjoy a delicious countryside breakfast full of local favorites like feeter, traditional fellahi bread and cheese, eggs, fresh salad, pickled eggplant and local honey, all freshly prepared by local women. Tuck into this meal in the garden or on the rooftop overlooking the pyramids and lush Abu Sir fields.
Walking Tour in Abu Sir & Lunch at Al Sorat Farm
Take a walk or cycle through Abu Sir’s fields, you are sure to meet some friendly farmers along the way. Stop and have a chat, they can show you their crops, animals, and irrigation techniques.
Enjoy an organic farm-to-table lunch at Al Sorat Farm in Abu Sir. Mingle and get to know many horses, dogs and farm animals and learn more about farm life from Maryanne and her team. You can even pick vegetables and herbs straight from the garden to take home with you.
Take a walk or cycle through Abu Sir’s fields, you are sure to meet some friendly farmers along the way. Stop and have a chat, they can show you their crops, animals, and irrigation techniques.
Enjoy an organic farm-to-table lunch at Al Sorat Farm in Abu Sir. Mingle and get to know many horses, dogs and farm animals and learn more about farm life from Maryanne and her team. You can even pick vegetables and herbs straight from the garden to take home with you.
Sunset & Horseback Riding at Laila Arabian Oasis
Head to Claude’s stable and riding school to take a horseback ride into the desert. Enjoy a picture perfect view of the Abu Sir, Saqqara and Dahshur pyramids from the dunes and watch an unforgettable sunset.
Head to Claude’s stable and riding school to take a horseback ride into the desert. Enjoy a picture perfect view of the Abu Sir, Saqqara and Dahshur pyramids from the dunes and watch an unforgettable sunset.
Back to Cairo
Make sure to drink one last cup of sweetened tea before you head back!
Make sure to drink one last cup of sweetened tea before you head back!
There are several options for your overnight stay, ranging from guest house to hotel to camping outdoors.
- Lowhet Saqqara Camp
- Saqqara Palm Club Hotel
- Osiris Guesthouse
- Seror Guesthouse
- Blue Lotus Guesthouse
Click here to check our full list of accommodation options in the area.
Can someone show me around? To get the most out of your experience in Saqqara and Abu Sir, we strongly recommend moving around with someone from the local community. Here you can find young men and women from the district of Badrashin who will be happy to organize your trip and tell you everything there is to know about their villages, community, and local touristic sites.
Some tips
- Lowhet Saqqara Camp
- Saqqara Palm Club Hotel
- Osiris Guesthouse
- Seror Guesthouse
- Blue Lotus Guesthouse
Click here to check our full list of accommodation options in the area.
Can someone show me around? To get the most out of your experience in Saqqara and Abu Sir, we strongly recommend moving around with someone from the local community. Here you can find young men and women from the district of Badrashin who will be happy to organize your trip and tell you everything there is to know about their villages, community, and local touristic sites.
Abu Sir and Saqqara are considered rural areas, so please be aware of the following when touring in the countryside:
- Dress in an appropriate way – covered shoulders and long skirt/trousers
- Respect local traditions and always listen to your guide’s advice
- Don’t trespass onto private land
- Say hello to people you meet while walking through
- Always ask for permission before taking pictures of people
- It can get muddy and dusty, wear comfortable closed-toe shoes
- The weather can be hot and sunny even in winter, hydrate well and bring a hat
Scenes from the tour
- Dress in an appropriate way – covered shoulders and long skirt/trousers
- Respect local traditions and always listen to your guide’s advice
- Don’t trespass onto private land
- Say hello to people you meet while walking through
- Always ask for permission before taking pictures of people
- It can get muddy and dusty, wear comfortable closed-toe shoes
- The weather can be hot and sunny even in winter, hydrate well and bring a hat
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