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Tour Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur
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Duration - 8 hours
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Guide optionsEnglish, Italian, French, Arabic
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
Tour Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur-Exploring the ancient sites of Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur offers a unique glimpse into Egypt's rich history. These sites provide an insightful day trip from Cairo, revealing the ingenuity of ancient Egyptian civilization.
Highlights
- Discover the progressive development of the pyramid-shaped tombs in ancient Egypt.
- Discover the remnants of Memphis, the oldest capital of ancient Egypt.
- Explore the majestic Royal Necropolis of Saqqara, the final resting place of the Pharaohs.
- Witness the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the inaugural stone structure ever erected in Ancient Egypt.
- Private Tour and Transfer in an Air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Description
Tour Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur
Embarking on a detailed tour of Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur is a journey through ancient Egyptian history. Memphis, once the capital of the Old Kingdom of Egypt, is renowned for its open-air museum which houses spectacular artifacts, including a colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. Saqqara, the necropolis of Saqqara is home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's oldest complete stone building complex. This pyramid marks a critical transition from the traditional rectangular mastaba to the more familiar pyramid shape. Dahshur, located about 30 km south of Cairo, offers a unique glimpse into the evolution of pyramid construction, showcased by the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid. The Bent Pyramid represents a transitional form between the step-sided and smooth-sided pyramids, while the Red Pyramid is celebrated as the first successful attempt at constructing a true smooth-sided pyramid. These sites collectively offer an unparalleled look at the architectural and cultural achievements of ancient Egypt. Exploring these historical treasures provides insight into the ingenuity and beliefs of a civilization that has captivated the world for millennia.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Pick up and drop off at the hotel in Cairo.
- Private Tour and Transfers in and Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private Licensed Tour Guide speaking your Language.
- Entrance Fees
- Lunch at a Local Restaurant.
- Exclusions:
- Airfares
- Egypt Entry Visa
- Entrance inside the Pyramids
- Extra Meal, and Beverages
- Tipping
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Giza Necropolis
- Mit Rahinah
- Saqqara Necropolis
- Dahshur
08:00 Depart from your hotel in Cairo or Giza with your private tour guide.
Explore the Plateau of Giza and admire the Great Pyramids of the Old Kingdom (2700-2200 BCE).
Visit the Valley Temple and marvel at the Sphinx, the guardian of the Necropolis.
11:00 Head to the panorama viewpoint for a photo opportunity of the pyramids and Sphinx.
12:00 Enjoy a quick lunch at a local restaurant.
13:00 Visit the Open-Air Museum in Memphis, the former capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom.
Explore the featured monuments, including the statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Statue of a Pharaoh from the 18th dynasty.
Continue to Dahshur to see the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, built by King Snefru.
End the day with a transfer back to your hotel.
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Tour Memphis, Saqqara, and Dahshur duration is 8 hours.
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