Half-Day Excursion to Saqqara and Dahshur Pyramids from Sokhna

Half-Day Excursion to Saqqara and Dahshur Pyramids from Sokhna

Visit the ancient wonders of the architecture of the ancient Egyptians on this very exciting half-day trip from Sokhna to the Saqqara and Dahshur Pyramids. This experience makes it truly special because it allows the visitor to explore some of the oldest pyramids in Egypt, which are possibly the most representational sites visible from the evolution of pyramid assimilation, and will answer most queries regarding how an ancient Egyptian builder thought.

Visit the Step Pyramid of Saqqara 

Your journey will begin here at Saqqara, the site of the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser-the first and most important pyramid in the history of Egypt. Designed by the great architect Imhotep, this pyramid is where burial practices gradually shifted from traditional mastaba tombs to the spectacular constructions that followed.

Wandering through a necropolis full of ancient tombs, some with hieroglyphic inscriptions or some amazing burial sites. Your expert guide will give you insight into the history of this massive cemetery as it was used for centuries as a burial ground for Egyptian royalty and top officials.

Uncover the Pyramids of Dahshur

Next, proceed to Dahshur, an archaeological site that showcases how pyramids were gradually experimented with, constructing two noted pyramids:

The Bent Pyramid - It is a unique structure that everybody considers to have been the first early attempt at smooth-sided pyramid construction and its sudden change in angle makes one of the most intriguing monuments in Egypt.

The Red Pyramid - First smooth-sided pyramid of Egypt; forerunner of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Its reddish limestone makes it very special and visitors can take a look inside in its inner chambers.

Comfort and Enrichment: 

An air-conditioned private-transfer Egyptologist guide, bottled water throughout the excursion, and other amenities are ensured on this half-day excursion designed for traveling explorers hoping to scratch familiar sights that are a little out of the mainstream for the very long distance trip.

The trip to Saqqara and Dahshur is exciting for any archaeologist, historian, or adventure-seeker seeking a different cultural immersion as it takes one to ancient wonders in Egypt.