Description
For many travelers, the pyramids mean only the famous Giza's
monuments, but there's another group of pyramids within short distance of
Cairo, Where pyramid building in Egypt first began. The Step Pyramid of Saqqara
is magnificent evidence of the early architecture of the pharaohs and the Old
Kingdom's most amazing treasures. In recent years, Saqqara has become
headline-grabbing archaeological news as more discoveries are made during
ongoing archaeological work here.The most recent finds of the funerary tomb of
Queen Nearit - wife of 6th Dynasty Pharaoh Teti - and 52 burial shafts with
over 50 coffins are only the latest in a mind-boggling array of discoveries.
For history fans, a day trip here is a must-do while in Cairo. finish the visit at Sakkara by visiting the Imhotep museum.
Then to Dashur, first of all, you will get to visit the Red Pyramid, also known as the Northern Pyramid, believed to have been built by Pharaoh Snefru. It was the world’s first “true” pyramid, meaning it was designed as a smooth-sided structure, not converted from a step pyramid. Access into this pyramid is free, though it does mean negotiating a very steep interior slope: well worth it for the views inside! From here you will be taken the short distance to see Snefru’s famous “Bent Pyramid”, so named due to the change in angle that was forced upon the builders due to the pyramid being built on soft sand, which caused it to start subsiding.
wish that you enjoyed your day and our crew will escort you back to the hotel
Includes
- All transfers and sightseeing in a modern air-conditioned vehicle
- English speaking Egyptologist tour guide
- Visits as per program including entry fees
Excludes
- Optional extras
- Food and drinks unless specified
- Gratuities and tips