Cairo Layover Trip to Dahshour Pyramids And Felucca Ride
Overview
Today you will enjoy an unforgettable experience that takes you to Dahshur, and there, amidst the golden sands, you can see the curved pyramid. It stands tall at an odd angle, as if to tell the secret of the first attempt to build a complete pyramid. The sun's rays reflect on its ancient stones, giving it a majestic luster, and the desert air whispers tales of King Sneferu.
Nearby is the Red Pyramid, the first complete pyramid in history, and as you approach its entrance, you feel like time stops, and then you descend through a narrow corridor immersed in silence. Inside the chambers, history wraps you in a circle of awe and wonder, and the silent walls seem to guard secrets that can only be revealed to those who stand before them in reverence.
And then comes the cinematic transformation: From the arid sands of the desert to the glittering page of the Nile, where you board a wooden felucca that sails you through the heart of Cairo, while a gentle breeze touches your face, while other boats pass quietly by, and the sounds of the city fade away little by little. The sun is setting, colouring the sky in shades of orange and purple, casting shadows on the water in a scene that looks like the closing shot of a great movie.
Today you will enjoy an unforgettable experience that takes you to Dahshur, and there, amidst the golden sands, you can see the curved pyramid. It stands tall at an odd angle, as if to tell the secret of the first attempt to build a complete pyramid. The sun's rays reflect on its ancient stones, giving it a majestic luster, and the desert air whispers tales of King Sneferu.
Nearby is the Red Pyramid, the first complete pyramid in history, and as you approach its entrance, you feel like time stops, and then you descend through a narrow corridor immersed in silence. Inside the chambers, history wraps you in a circle of awe and wonder, and the silent walls seem to guard secrets that can only be revealed to those who stand before them in reverence.
And then comes the cinematic transformation: From the arid sands of the desert to the glittering page of the Nile, where you board a wooden felucca that sails you through the heart of Cairo, while a gentle breeze touches your face, while other boats pass quietly by, and the sounds of the city fade away little by little. The sun is setting, colouring the sky in shades of orange and purple, casting shadows on the water in a scene that looks like the closing shot of a great movie.
Inclusion
- Pick-up and drop off to and from Cairo International Airport.
Tickets to the pyramids of Dahshur. - Good-quality lunch at a local restaurant during our Pyramids Tour from Cairo Airport.
- Private transportation in an exclusive air-conditioned vehicle on our Cairo Stopover Tours.
- An expert English-speaking Egyptologist guide during your Cairo Airport Transit Tour.
- A free bottle of water and a cold drink during Egypt Day Tours.
- Shopping tours in Cairo if we have enough time ( on request)
- All service charges and taxes are covered on our Full Day Tour
- One-hour felucca ride.
Exclusion
- Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Camel ride in Giza.
- Trip price is an application; cable during peak seasons such as Christmas, New Year, or during Easter Egypt tours.
- Gratuity is not included
- Private expenses.
- Drinks during meals.
Itinerary
From the moment you exit the gate of Cairo International Airport, our adventure will begin with quiet steps towards a private car prepared for the trip, where a company representative will be waiting for you and our expert guide, who will accompany you throughout the trip, as we will start heading to Dahshur, where the road will open up the desert little by little until the unique pyramids loom on the horizon like no other.
We will explore the curved pyramid, with its strange angle that made it a milestone in the history of ancient Egyptian architecture, and standing in front of it raises both questions and admiration: how did the pharaohs experiment and build so boldly?
Then we head to see the Red Pyramid, the largest of the Dahshur pyramids and the first complete pyramid in Egypt, and stepping inside is like stepping into another world:Narrow corridors, absolute silence, and stones that have held the secret of King Sneferu for thousands of years.
Our itinerary will culminate in a transition from the pyramids, from the dryness of the desert to the breeze of the Nile, where you will experience a new experience aboard a traditional felucca waiting to sail you through the calm waters. The sun is setting, the sky is dyed orange and gold, and the colours reflect on the water in an unforgettable and poetic painting.
In the end, we'll send you back to the airport with an indelible image: Pyramids that defy time, a Nile that embraces the sunset, a single trip that combines desert and river, silence and melody.
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The layover tour includes a visit to the unique Dahshur Pyramids, known for their Bent and Red Pyramids, followed by a relaxing Felucca ride on the Nile.
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For a completely unique experience, consider taking a felucca out on the water to enjoy the stunning view of Cairo. You will have the opportunity to witness the magnificence of the Sphinx and Pyramids beforehand.
Saqqara is a big graveyard where ancient Egyptians buried their kings and important people. The oldest pyramid in Egypt, called the Step Pyramid of Djoser, is there. Saqqara is also the biggest place in Egypt where archaeologists study old things.
The duration of a Cairo Layover Tour to Dahshour Pyramids & Felucca Ride can vary depending on the specific itinerary and the time available during your layover. Typically, it can range from 4 to 6 hours. It's important to communicate your layover duration to the tour operator so they can tailor the tour accordingly and ensure you return to the airport on time.
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