Join our tour to explore the Giza Pyramids, Sakkara, and Dahshur. Begin with a visit to the iconic Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, followed by a drive to Sakkara to admire the Step Pyramid, renowned as the world’s oldest significant stone structure. Conclude your journey with visits to the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid at Dahshur.
Join our tour to explore the Giza Pyramids, Sakkara, and Dahshur. Begin with a visit to the iconic Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, followed by a drive to Sakkara to admire the Step Pyramid, renowned as the world’s oldest significant stone structure. Conclude your journey with visits to the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid at Dahshur.
- Giza Pyramids - Embark on a day trip to Giza, including visits to the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshour. At 8:00 AM, an Egypt Tour guide will have a representative meet the operator at Cairo airport or Giza to escort them to the Giza Pyramids. The tour includes visits to the pyramids of Giza - Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, followed by a…
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Giza Pyramids - Embark on a day trip to Giza, including visits to the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshour. At 8:00 AM, an Egypt Tour guide will have a representative meet the operator at Cairo airport or Giza to escort them to the Giza Pyramids. The tour includes visits to the pyramids of Giza - Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, followed by a visit to the Valley Temple. The Great Sphinx is also on the itinerary. For an additional fee, there is an option to enter the Great Pyramid.
Afterward, drive to the surrounding tombs (Mastabas), which feature impressive wall carvings depicting daily life in ancient Egypt. Optional: Visit the Serapeum, the underground burial site of sacred bulls, a lesser-known but intriguing part of Saqqara. At 1:00 PM, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, featuring traditional Egyptian dishes like grilled meats, falafel, and koshary (a renowned Egyptian rice and lentil dish). -
Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids - The Bent Pyramid was constructed by King Sneferu, the first ruler of Dynasty 4. It is referred to as “bent” due to its unique shape, resulting from a change in angle during construction. Initially, the pyramid was built at a 55-degree angle, but it was altered to 43 degrees because the weight of the blocks made it unstable. Subsequently, the king’s builders erected another pyramid nearby, known as the Red Pyramid.
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Pyramids of Dahshour - The Red Pyramid is the tallest pyramid in Dahshur, named for the reddish hue of its stones. Originally, it was a bright white, made of Tura limestone, located south of modern-day Cairo. All pyramids were originally covered with this white limestone, which was repurposed in medieval times. There may be an opportunity to enter the Red Pyramid and explore its inner chambers for those willing to climb!
At 4:30 PM, begin the return journey to Cairo, passing through villages along the Nile. This is a great time to ask the guide any further questions about the history and culture experienced during the tour.
- Entrance fees to Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur
- Egyptologist guide
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees to Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur
- Egyptologist guide
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water
- Any Extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
- Any Extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
