Your unforgettable Egypt tour begins with a Cairo day tour to the most famous Pyramids of Giza and the ancient Step Pyramid at Saqqara. At Giza, you will find the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx, and other majestic structures. Great stories about their ancient history will be told by the expert guide. Then go further to Saqqara, where you will find the world's first pyramid, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, and admire its unique architecture. This full-day tour provides an in-depth experience of the ancient wonders of Egypt, thus an excellent first step into the country's rich culture and history.
The tour will begin with the three Pyramids of Giza, which include the Great Pyramid of Cheops. This 230-meter-high miracle of a Pyramid is just one part of a huge funerary complex. Another essential feature is the Giant Sphinx, depicting the head of King Khafre with the body of a lion. Lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will visit the Necropolis of Sakkara, which is the funerary complex of King Djoser and his Step Pyramid. Then back to the hotel.
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The Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in the country, is located in Saqqara, a large necropolis that was once the capital of ancient Memphis. Saqqara is situated south of Cairo. Saqqara is Egypt's greatest archeological site, and it also has the country's oldest pyramid.
The most well-known pyramid at Saqqara, the Step Pyramid named after its construction method of steps rather than smooth sides, as in the case of the Giza Pyramids was constructed by Djoser in 2700 BC and is located next to the Teti Pyramid.
The Red Pyramid is one of the three tombs erected for Sneferu, the first king of the Fourth Dynasty, at Dahshur, and is the first known example of a “true” (smooth-sided, non-stepped) pyramid (2613-2589 BC). The limestone used to build the pyramid's core gave rise to the nickname.