Unleash your inner with Dahshur, Sakkara and Memphis Tours and discover the archaeological site of Dahshur, visit Bent Pyramid which was built during the end of 27th century BC by Sneferu, the father of Khufu, who built the Great Pyramid at Giza, this pyramid presents the penultimate phase of the royal cemetery’s evolution phases till the final pyramid shape, The Bent Pyramid is also known as the South Pyramid because it is situated in the southern side of another north pyramid, its construction in containing local limestone and covered by white limestone. The Bent Pyramid is distinguished by its two entrances which are totally separated, as the first one is situated in the northern side and head to a beautiful room which is located in the lower stage and has some inscriptions on its walls, as well as the second entrance is situated in the western side of the pyramid and head to another room which is also including some ancient inscriptions and it is called the upper chamber because it lies on the ground floor. Then move to explore the Red Pyramid which was also built by pharaoh Sneferu in the 4th Dynasty and considered the first successful attempt to construct a true pyramid. Get delighted by the remaining monuments of the first capstone that ever discovered and the mortuary temple which are located at the Eastern side of this pyramid and more. The Red Pyramid is considered as the first perfectly completed pyramid in the ancient history, it also was known as the Northern Pyramid according to its location, then it was called The Red Pyramid because of its construction’s stone which consists of a unique type of rosette limestone, as it was used in building the burial chamber, every side of The Red Pyramid’s base is 220 m in length and 99 m in height.
Next tour will be Sakkara Step Pyramid which was constructed by King Djoser 4,700 years ago, its height is 60m and it includes temples, chapels and courtyards. The Step Pyramid of Djoser was the first pyramid constructed by the Ancient Egyptians around 2700 B.C. It is a part of a fabulous mortuary complex that was constructed during the King Djoser in the third century, as it was built by the famous architect Imhotep, the structure of the pyramid consists of six layers which are gradually decreasing in size to the top and that’s the reason why it was called the Step Pyramid. Moreover with Dahshur, Sakkara and Memphis Tours you will get the chance to visit Sakkara archaeological site which was the cemetery for Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt and contains many tombs that was made out of mud bricks and limestone, decorated with daily life scenes. Entertain your mind and eyes with the mysterious inscriptions and decorations of the Tomb of Djoser, explore the Doors of the Cats and more. Relax by having dinner and then proceed to Memphis which was the kings' primary residence and the ancient capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom (2686—2181 BC), constructed by the Pharaoh Menes approximately in 3000 B.C. Memphis city is 20 km far from Cairo and considered a beautiful open air museum in Cairo. You will have the opportunity to watch the beautiful streets, buildings, gardens and of course temples, you will also get delighted by many monuments such as the stated of Rameses II which weights approximately 29 tons and more with Dahshur, Sakakra and Memphis Tours.
Itinerary
Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you by air-conditioned van to embrace the culture of Dahshur Pyramid, go on a trip to The Red Pyramid proceed to The Bent Pyramid at Dahshur, which was built by Snefru, the father of Cheops, who was the founder of the 4th dynasty. Snefru was not declared the king of Egypt through his birthright but through his marriage to the Queen Hetepheres, the daughter of the king Huni who ruled in the 3rd dynasty, Next tour to the step Pyramid of King Zoser, Sakkara Pyramid, Pyramids of Djoser. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty during the rule of King Djoser. The Step Pyramid of Sakkara is considered to be an evolution in the architecture of the pyramids. Its height is 60 meters and its structure consists of six layers which is gradually decreasing in the size, Relax by having lunch at local restaurant, Next tour to Memphis City, which was founded by King Menes and it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years. The name of the city was derived from the Pyramid of Mn-nfr.eguile your eyes with the huge Statue of Ramses II at the Open Air Museum in Memphis City, Finally Flying Carpet Tours Guide will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo.
Including
- Pick up and drop off to your hotel in Cairo
- Excursion to Dahshur, Sakkara and Memphis Tours
- Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
- English speaking guide at the sites mentioned above
- One Lunch at local restaurant in Cairo
- Bottle of Mineral Water during Cairo Excursion
- All transfers in Cairo by air-conditioned Van
- All service charges and taxes
Excluding
- Visa to Egypt
- Optional tours not mentioned at the above itinerary
- Tipping
Notes:
- Prices are quoted per person in U.S. American Dollars
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