Day Trip to Sakkara, Dahshure & Meidum by Private Vehicle

 

Day Trip to Sakkara, Dahshure & Meidum by Private Vehicle

A Day Trip to Sakkara, Dahshure & Meidum by Private Vehicle offers a fascinating journey through the early stages of pyramid construction in ancient Egypt. Traveling by private vehicle ensures comfort, flexibility, and a relaxed pace while exploring some of Egypt’s most significant archaeological treasures. This tour is perfect for history lovers who want to go beyond the typical tourist sites and discover the roots of pyramid development.

The trip includes a visit to Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. This remarkable structure is considered the first large-scale stone building in history and marks a turning point in ancient Egyptian architecture. The surrounding necropolis features tombs decorated with detailed reliefs that vividly portray scenes of farming, hunting, and religious rituals, giving visitors insight into daily life thousands of years ago.

At Dahshur, travelers can explore two unique pyramids built during the reign of King Sneferu. The Bent Pyramid stands out because of its unusual change in angle, reflecting early experimentation in pyramid design. Nearby, the Red Pyramid represents one of the first successful smooth-sided pyramids, demonstrating the architectural progress that later influenced the pyramids of Giza.

The journey continues to Meidum Pyramid, one of Egypt’s lesser-visited yet intriguing monuments. Often called the “collapsed pyramid,” Meidum shows the transition from step pyramids to true pyramids. A Day Trip to Sakkara, Dahshure & Meidum by Private Vehicle provides a comprehensive look at the evolution of pyramid construction, combining historical depth with the comfort of personalized travel.

Day Trip to Sakkara, Dahshure & Meidum by private vehicle from Cairo excursions to visit Bent pyramid, Red pyramids, Zoser Pyramid, tombs, Meidum Pyramid. Lunch included during tour.

Itinerary

- Pick up service by your Egyptologist guide from your hotel in Cairo
- Visiting Bent Pyramid, Red Pyramid, the Step Pyramid of  Zoser, tombs
- Lunch meal at a high quality restaurant
- Visiting Meidum Pyramid
- Free time for shopping or optional tours
- Transfer to your hotel in Cairo

Included

Day Trip to Sakkara, Dahshur and Meidum includes:
- Pick up and drop off services from your hotel in Cairo
- All transfers by air-conditioned vehicles
- Admision fees to the sights as per Cairo Tour itinerary
- Lunch meal at a high quality restaurant in Sakkara
- Egyptologist English speaking tour guide