Excursão de dia inteiro às Pirâmides de Gizé, Memphis, Sakkara e Dahshur

Embark on a timeless journey with Sun Pyramids Tours, where our expert guide will whisk you away from your hotel to the awe-inspiring

 

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Giza Pyramids Complex, is home to three of the most iconic pyramids: the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Built during the Fourth Dynasty around 2600 BCE, these pyramids served as monumental tombs for the pharaohs. The complex also includes the Great Sphinx, a massive limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.

 

The Great Pyramid

The Great Pyramid, also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or Cheops, is the largest and oldest of the three pyramids in the Giza Pyramids Complex. Built around 2580-2560 BCE during the Fourth Dynasty, it originally stood at 481 feet tall and was the tallest man-made structure in the world for over 3,800 years. Constructed from millions of limestone blocks, the Great Pyramid was built as a tomb for Pharaoh Khufu. It remains one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and is a remarkable example of ancient Egyptian engineering and architectural prowess.

 

The Great Sphinx of Chephren

The Great Sphinx of Chephren, also known as the Great Sphinx of Giza, is a monumental limestone statue located near the Giza Pyramids in Egypt. Believed to have been carved during the reign of Pharaoh Khafre (Chephren) around 2500 BCE, the Sphinx features the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, likely representing Khafre himself. Measuring about 240 feet in length and 66 feet in height, the Great Sphinx is one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Egypt.

 

The Valley Temple

The Valley Temple, is an ancient Egyptian structure dating back to approximately 2500 BCE. Constructed for Pharaoh Khafre, the temple was primarily used for mummification and ceremonial purification. It is renowned for its impressive architecture, featuring massive limestone blocks and granite pillars that showcase the grandeur and precision of ancient Egyptian craftsmanship.

 

Saqqara Step Pyramid

The Saqqara Step Pyramid, with its six towering steps reaching towards the heavens, stands at a height of 62 meters and is the earliest large-scale stone construction, built for King Djoser. This remarkable pyramid marks the beginning of the golden era of pyramid construction in ancient Egypt, laying the foundation for the grand monuments that would follow.

 

Lunch Time

Enjoy a delightful lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo, then continue your Full Day Tour To Giza Pyramids, Memphis, Sakkara and Dahshur. With your private guide to visit:

 

Memphis City

Memphis City, was Egypt's ancient capital founded around 3100 BCE. It served as a major political and cultural hub with notable temples, including the Temple of Ptah. Today, it’s an archaeological site with significant artifacts, including a colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.

 

Dahshur Pyramids

The Dahshur Pyramids, south of Cairo, include the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, built by Pharaoh Snefru. The Bent Pyramid is notable for its unique shape, while the Red Pyramid is the first successful smooth-sided pyramid. These pyramids are significant in the evolution of pyramid architecture.

 

Book with us for an unparalleled exploration of Egypt's ancient wonders, where every step is a story and every monument a memory etched in stone.

 

With Sun Pyramids Tours, your journey into the heart of history begins.

 

Finally, we drive you back to your hotel in Cairo.

Meals: Lunch

Note : For pick up / drop off form Cairo airport, Sphinx airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Helioplis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheraton Almatar, Sheikh Zayed city or Madinty City will be for additional cost