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You will start with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by your personal Egyptologist guide. You will then head south in an air-conditioned vehicle to Dahshur, where you will explore the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, both built by Pharaoh Snefru. These pyramids are famous for their role in the evolution of designed pyramids and will present a more calming experience than the Giza Plateau. You will have access to the interiors, if open, and enjoy the unusual peace of the desert surrounding the pyramids.
Next, you will drive to Saqqara, the burial site of the ancient Old Kingdom capital Memphis, and you will learn about the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the first large stone structure built in the world. You can wander through ancient tombs with colorful carvings and visit important ruins of three mortuary complexes. Finally, you will continue south to Meidum Pyramid, where you can take a look at an early attempt to build a smooth-sided pyramid that collapsed during or shortly after it was constructed. The site is an unusual and off-the-beaten-path experience, in the open desert, with some silence. After a day of learning about the early pyramid evolution, you can relax and enjoy your ride back to Cairo with the exciting memories of the hidden wonders of Egypt.
