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Saqqara Pyramid
Your journey across three ancient necropolises begins with a pick-up from your requested location by your tour guide.
The tour commences at the Saqqara necropolis, where you will visit the Pyramid of Djoser. This pyramid is recognized as the world's earliest colossal stone structure and plays a fundamental role in Egyptian history, serving as a blueprint for subsequent pyramids with improvements.
· 1 h· Admission included
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Step Pyramid of Djoser
The Step Pyramid of King Djoser, dating back to 2670 BC, is the oldest stone structure globally. It forms part of a vast complex, including a Colonnaded Entrance, Sed Festival complex, an enclosure wall, North and South Pavilions, a Southern Tomb, and thousands of surrounding tombs.
Your experienced tour guide will share extensive knowledge about King Djoser, his brilliant architect Imhotep, and recent discoveries in Saqqara.
Please note that entering the pyramid or the Southern Tomb requires a special ticket, which your guide can assist you with.
· 2 h
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Pyramids of Dahshour
Following lunch, the tour proceeds to the Dahshur Pyramids, specifically the Red and Bent Pyramids. These structures represented a significant evolutionary step for the ancient Egyptians, enabling their transition from step-sided to smooth-sided pyramids.
Dahshur hosts several pyramids, but the Red and Bent Pyramids are the most renowned. They are among the oldest, largest, and best-preserved pyramids in Egypt, constructed between 2613–2589 BC.
The time spent at each location is flexible and can be adjusted based on customer preferences.
· 30 min· Admission included
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The Red Pyramid
Also known as the North Pyramid, this is considered the first true pyramid built in ancient Egyptian history. It earns its name from the reddish limestone quarried from the Tura Mountains in Cairo.
There is an opportunity to enter the pyramid at no additional cost.
· 45 min
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Bent Pyramid
This pyramid offers a unique insight into early pyramid development in Egypt and was the second pyramid constructed by Sneferu. It is distinguished as the only pyramid in Egypt that still retains its outer casing and remains in good condition.
You will have the chance to enter this pyramid, which is now open from the inside.
If you suffer from claustrophobia or any health issues, please refrain from entering. This experience is challenging and requires good physical fitness.
· 45 min
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Memphis and Sakkara
The tour continues with a visit to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. This city is home to the colossal statue of Ramses II, the magnificent Alabaster Sphinx, and numerous ruins.
Memphis served as the center of power for the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt (2686 BC) and was the residence of the pharaohs who commissioned the pyramids.
· 30 min· Admission included
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Mit Rahina Museum
This special museum houses the world-famous statue of King Ramesses the Great (1279 BC). It is a massive limestone statue in an astonishing state of preservation.
Ramesses the Great reigned over the Egyptian Empire for approximately 67 years.
· 30 min
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The Sphinx of Memphis
The Sphinx of Memphis is a stone sphinx situated near the remnants of Memphis, Egypt. Crafted from Egyptian alabaster, the statue remains in excellent condition and is believed to represent the renowned Queen Hatshepsut (1479 BC).
Following this, you will begin your return journey to your hotel.
· 30 min