The Step Pyramid and its complex which were built to celebrate King Zoser, the founder of the Third Dynasty (about 2700 BC). It was established by Imhotep, the first architect in the human history. Saqqara is considered the oldest stone building in history. Next, we will visit the amazing tomb of Kagemni (about 2600 B.C.) and the pyramid of Teti in which you can see some wonderful ancient Pyramid Texts.
Memphis or rather the old capital of Egypt and the Red Pyramid in Dahshur which is well known as the “first pyramid”. You will also watch the Great Sphinx and know all relative stories from your informative guide.
- One full day private tour, Dahshur and Memphis from Cairo.
- Know everything about the ancient Egypt and visit former capital of Egypt, Memphis.
- Enjoy the company of a professional guide who will provide you with all information about the History of Egypt.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Bottled water
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Qualified Egyptologist guide
✖ Lunch
✖ Entrance fees 15.00 USD per person
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
2. Ultra Loaloa Nile Maadi Hotel
3. Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
4. Hilton Cairo Grand Nile
5. Royal Marshal Hotel
6. Regency Hotel
7. JW Marriott Hotel Cairo
8. Gulf Tower
9. Logistic City Stars Hotel
10. Makram Ebeid Apartment
11. Triumph Luxury Hotel
12. Cairo Hotel
13. Flamenco Hotel Cairo
14. New Aleegiance Hotel
15. Nile Sky Suites Hotel
16. Grand Nile Plaza
17. Victory Of Downtown Hotel
18. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
19. Azar Boutique Hotel
20. Havana Hotel Cairo
Additional Info: WhatsApp mobile number is highly recommended.
Itinerary
1
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids
The Pyramid of Djoser (or Djeser and Zoser), or Step Pyramid is an archaeological remain in the Saqqara necropolis, Egypt, northwest of the city of Memphis. The 6-tier, 4-sided structure is the earliest colossal stone building in Egypt.It was built in the 27th century BC during the Third Dynasty for the burial of Pharaoh Djoser by his vizier, Imhotep. The pyramid is the central feature of a vast mortuary complex in an enormous courtyard surrounded by ceremonial structures and decoration.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Pyramids of Dahshour
The first of the Dahshur pyramids was the Bent Pyramid (2613–2589 BC), built under the rule of King Sneferu, the Bent Pyramid was the first attempt at building a smooth sided pyramid, but proved to be an unsuccessful build due to the miscalculations made on the structural weight that was being placed onto the soft ground (sand, gravel, and clay) which had a tendency to subside. Other calculations that were proven to be erroneous were that the blocks being used were cut in such a manner that when placed onto the pyramid their weight was not distributed appropriately, causing the angle of the pyramid to be off and achieving the name “the Bent Pyramid”
Realizing his shortcomings and learning from his mistakes, King Sneferu ordered the building of the second pyramid of Dahshur, the Red Pyramid. Once completed, the pyramid was considered to be a success, as it was a fully constructed, smooth sided, and a free standing pyramid rising to a height of 341 feet (104 meters),
Duration: 1.5 hours
3
Mit Rahina Museum
Memphis museum in which there is a huge statue of king Ramses II and gigantic sphinx beautifully made of alabaster. After finishing the visit of the museum
Duration: 1.5 hours
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
