Highlights:
Ancient Capital: Explore Memphis, the legendary capital of the Old Kingdom and a center of culture for 3,000 years.
Experimental Pyramids: Visit Dahshur to see the 4th Dynasty’s experimental attempts at pyramid building.
The Bent Pyramid: Witness the unique architectural flaws of the famous Bent Pyramid.
Red Pyramid: See the Red Pyramid, considered the world’s first true smooth-sided pyramid.
Seamless Transfer: Enjoy comfortable, private, round-trip transfer from your hotel in Alexandria.
Itinerary:
Your My Egypt Travel representative will pick you up from your Alexandria hotel. You will be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle to the Cairo/Giza area, approximately 2.5 hours. The tour begins by heading south to visit Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. Learn how Memphis was a center of rule and culture for over 3,000 years, renowned for its great architectural achievements, and believed to have been the largest city in the world around 2250 BC. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Then, the tour proceeds to Dahshur, located about 10 kilometers south of Saqqara. Here, you will visit the 4th Dynasty experimental pyramids: the unique Bent Pyramid and the imposing Red Pyramid (the world’s first true smooth-sided pyramid). After exploring these significant historical sites, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Alexandria.
Included:
- Meet & greet at airports and all assistance during stay
- All transfers by A/C vehicle All entrance fees per itinerary
- Egyptologist tour guide
- lunch during tours
- All taxes and service charges
Excluded:
- Entry visa to Egypt Optional tours or activities
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Tipping
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