Step back into the earliest days of pyramid building with an Overday Trip to Dahshur & Saqqara from Cairo. Explore the remarkable Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, the world’s first large-scale stone monument, and marvel at the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid in Dahshur, precursors to the Great Pyramids of Giza. This tour offers a fascinating glimpse into Egypt’s architectural evolution and is a must for history lovers seeking to uncover Egypt’s hidden gems.
Itinerary
Day 01 :
Dahshur & Saqqara Day Tour
- Morning Pickup: Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Saqqara: Begin at the Step Pyramid of Djoser, built in the 27th century BC by architect Imhotep. Explore the surrounding necropolis, including ancient mastaba tombs decorated with colorful reliefs.
- Dahshur: Continue to Dahshur to visit the Bent Pyramid, built for King Sneferu, and learn how its unusual angle represents a turning point in pyramid construction. Then, enter the Red Pyramid, the first true smooth-sided pyramid, where you can walk through its interior passageways.
- Return Transfer: After exploring these historic sites, return comfortably to your hotel in Cairo.