Saqqara And Memphis
Memphis Tour
The best way to start this day's tour is with the hotel breakfast. To start your journey in a brand-new car, meet our driver and tour guide at the hotel.
Memphis served as Egypt's first capital. At the time, it was also Egypt's and the world's largest metropolis. The majority of the pyramids in the Cairo region were built during this era by the pharaohs. Around 3200 BC, King Narmer, who also constructed the legendary Egyptian city of Manf, created Memphis. At the moment, Memphis is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mn nfr is frequently used in place of Manf. Ptah, the deity of artisans and builders, was most frequently worshipped during the Old Kingdom of Egypt (dynasties 3-6).
Tour Of Saqqara
The well-known Djoser's Step Pyramid is not far from Saqqara. The Third Dynasty, which ruled from 2667 to 2448 BC, is credited with its construction, making it the oldest significant stone building. This pyramid shares a significant architectural innovation with all other pyramids from the fourth and later dynasties, including the Giza Pyramids. Djoser built the first step pyramid out of rectangular graves known as mastabas.
This architectural design can be seen in the smooth sides of the Saqqara, Dahshur, and Abu Sir pyramids as well as the smaller sides of the Giza Pyramids.
You can then move from the Saqqara Complex to the Queen Hatshepsut marble monument Marble Monument and the the Colossi of Ramses in Egypt in your private vehicle with your private driver.
We'll take you back to your accommodation after this amazing tour is complete.
Meals: Breakfast