Egypt captivates travelers and history enthusiasts alike, and for good reason: its territory is home to some of the world's most ancient monuments, and some of the most beautiful... including the only one of the seven wonders of the world to have stood the test of time.

There's nothing quite like a cruise on the legendary Nile to explore the temples and pyramids of ancient Egypt and imagine yourself as a great adventurer in the age of the Pharaohs. While the pyramids of Giza are the most famous and, by far, the most visited pyramids in the world, Egypt is home to other pyramids worthy of a visit. Here is our list of the 6 most beautiful pyramids to visit on an Egypt trip:

The Pyramid of Kheops

It is THE symbol of Egypt, THE monument that attracts all these tourists, THE dream of historians. The Pyramid of Kheops, also known as the Pyramid of Khufu or the Great Pyramid of Giza, is the most famous of all pyramids in the world. At 138.5 meters high, it is the tallest pyramid in Egypt. It is also the only one of the seven wonders of the world still standing today, so yes, you must see it at least once in your lifetime!

The Pyramid of Kheops is believed to have been built in 2560 BC as a burial tomb for the Pharaoh Khufu. Its construction is said to have taken between 10 and 20 years and required 2 million stone blocks, a colossal effort considering the means available at the time!

It is possible to visit the interior of the pyramid, including the Queen's Chamber, the King's Chamber, and the Grand Gallery. Perfect for uncovering the mysteries of ancient Egypt.

The Pyramid of Khafre

Still in Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre is a smaller version of that of Khufu. It was built a decade later, probably around 2570 BC, to bury Khufu's son, the Pharaoh Khafre.

Don't be fooled by the optical illusion: the Pyramid of Khafre, also called the Pyramid of Chephren, is much smaller than that of Kheops, even though it appears taller since it sits on an elevated hill.

You can also visit the interior of this rich pyramid, including the burial chamber. It is one of the only pyramids to have two entrances. Above all, this pyramid is known for the Great Sphinx that guards its entrance...

The Pyramid of Menkaure

The third pyramid of Giza was also intended for the same family, this time for Khufu's grandson, Menkaure. Its construction dates to 2510 BC. It would be the last pyramid built for a pharaoh.

It is much smaller than the other two, standing at only 65 meters high. But it is nonetheless worth a visit. Its interior is very beautiful, and moreover, this pyramid is the ultimate symbol of the importance of preserving our heritage: vandalism from the 12th century left a significant hole in the pyramid.

The Pyramid of Djoser

Possibly the world's first pyramid, the Pyramid of Djoser is a true historical and architectural treasure. Located on the Saqqara plateau, a few kilometers south of Cairo, it's definitely worth the trip. In fact, Saqqara is home to some of Egypt's oldest pyramids.

The Pyramid of Djoser is believed to have been built in 2600 BC for the pharaoh of the same name. Before this, pharaohs were buried in mastabas, rectangular tombs. The Pyramid of Djoser is a stacking of six mastabas of different sizes, giving it a stepped pyramid shape. You can clearly notice the difference in construction and architecture compared to the later, smooth-walled pyramids of Giza.

This pyramid features 14 doors, but only one is a true entrance into this world of mysteries. It fascinates many historians and architects. A network of underground tunnels was built before the pyramid's first foundations. It reopened to the public in March 2020 after 14 years of restoration work.

The Red Pyramid

Built entirely in red limestone, the Red Pyramid, or the North Pyramid, is Egypt's fourth-highest (104 meters). It is located in Dahshur, on the west bank of the Nile, next to another wonder of ancient Egypt, the Bent Pyramid.

This pyramid is older than those of Giza. Built during the reign of Khufu's father, Sneferu, it is one of Egypt's first smooth pyramids.

The Bent Pyramid

Another work of Pharaoh Sneferu, the Bent Pyramid is located on the same plateau as the Red Pyramid and is equally beautiful. It is also known as the rhomboidal pyramid.

It was intended to be the first ideal smooth pyramid of Egypt. But the craft was not yet fully mastered, as construction plans were changed midway: the pyramid's angle shifted from 54 to 43 degrees during construction, giving the pyramid a fascinating double inclination. Some historians argue that this was not due to an error, but rather a need to complete construction more quickly due to the Pharaoh's fragile health.

Despite this, it is the best-preserved pyramid of ancient Egypt, as part of its casing is still visible. It is also unique in having two entrances, one of which is not located on the North face as tradition dictates.