Best Highlights of Egypt from El Gouna

Our representative will transfer you from your hotel to Hurghada Airport to board your flight to Cairo, where you will meet your Egyptologist to witness:

Giza Pyramid Complex:

The Giza Pyramid Complex or Giza Necropolis in Egypt housing the Great Pyramid, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Manekaure, and also the Great Sphinx is the most famous structure complex in the whole world. This amazing complex was established during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of ancient Egypt. There are other temples, tombs, and some other monuments which make the Giza Pyramid Complex one of the most attractive destinations for tourists and historians all over the world.

The Great Pyramid of Khufu:

The Great Pyramid is considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, it was constructed by Pharaoh Khufu from the Fourth Dynasty, and it is counted as the highest man-made structure in the world. The main purpose of establishing the pyramid was to serve as a royal tomb for the pharaoh. The Great Pyramid was originally polished by a white layer of limestone and had a golden pyramidion crowning its top.

The Great Sphinx:

The Great Sphinx is a mythical statue at Giza, King Khafre from the Fourth Dynasty established this great statue to represent him and act as a guardian of the Pyramid Complex. The Sphinx was carved of a single large block of limestone, and it was formed as a body of a lion with a human face with a royal headdress to be a clear evidence of the power and strength of ancient Egyptians.

The Valley Temple:

The Valley Temple in Giza near the Nile and the well-known Temple of the Great Sphinx was established for King Khafre. The Valley Temple was established to serve as the royal place for mummification and purification of Kings and Queens whose names and remains were found in the Temple. The Valley Temple was connected to khafre's pyramid and the Great Sphinx by a causeway called the procession.

The Egyptian Museum:

The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square was founded in 1858. When this museum was built, it was the first archaeological museum in the Middle East. The Egyptian Museum houses more than 120,000 artifacts. The museum is distinctive with its impressive show of the whole history of Egyptian Civilization especially of antiquities of Pharaonic and Greco-Roman Eras.

You will have a delightful lunch at a good restaurant in Cairo and you then continue to:

Khan El Khalili Bazaar:

Khan El-Khalili Bazaar is a Mamluk Souq which is rich in its variability of goods and merchandise. This souq was a major center for international trade during the Mamluk Era. You can take a wonderful tour, take memorable photos, have appetizing traditional drinks and food, you can also try the clothes of the Mamluk era and take photos wearing it.

You will get to Cairo Airport to catch the flight to Aswan and check into your 5-Stars hotel. Overnight in Aswan.

Breakfast boxes and next, you will escort your professional tour guide towards Abu Simbel by a private vehicle to witness:

Abu Simbel Temple:

Abu Simbel Temple in southern Egypt on the west bank of Lake Nasser remains an attractive example of the ancient Egyptian creative engineering and artistic ingenuity. This inspiring complex which was established by Pharaoh Ramses II around 13th century BC features colossal statues of Ramses II and intricate hieroglyphs. Moving it in 1960s was to keep it from flooding. This monumental structure is still remaining an astonishing example of Egypt's rich history and unique civilization.

We will escort you back to Aswan for lunch and you then catch 1st class train to Luxor and check into 5* hotel. Overnight in Luxor

After breakfast and checking out your hotel, you will start your guided trip across the wonders of Luxor to visit:

Karnak Temple:

Karnak Temple in Luxor is one of the most famous and extensive religious complexes in the world, taking over 100 hectares. This temple was primarily dedicated to the God Amun-Ra, but it also houses sanctuaries dedicated to other Gods such as Mut and Khonsu. The temple's construction started during the Middle Kingdom around 2000 BC till the Ptolemaic period, involving contributions from several pharaohs. Visitors can explore its monumental pylons, very wide courtyards, and hypostyle hall, which boasts 134 large columns ornamented with intricate carvings and hieroglyphs. The temple complex also includes the Sacred Lake, used for ritual purification, and the impressive Avenue of Sphinxes that once connected Karnak to Luxor Temple.

Valley of the Kings:

The Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor served as a royal burial ground for nearly 500 years during the New Kingdom period. This necropolis includes 63 tombs and chambers, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. The tombs are richly ornamented with precious wall paintings and inscriptions that provide deep insights into ancient Egyptian funerary practices and thoughts about the afterlife. The valley's layout and the meticulous care taken to hide the tombs reflect the Egyptians' care to protect the pharaohs' final resting places from tomb raiders. Despite this, many tombs were plundered in antiquity, though the remaining treasures and antiquities continue to amaze archaeologists and visitors alike.

Queen Hatshepsut Temple:

The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut in Deir El-Bahari is a magnificent example of the reign of Queen Hatshepsut. This temple was established in the 18th Dynasty, and it was modeled by her architect Senen Mut. Seamlessly, this temple blends into the cliffs of the Theban mountains. The structure features corridors, colonnades, and sanctuaries, primarily honoring the god Amun. Hatshepsut's Temple was adorned with complicated reliefs depicting Hatshepsut's divine birth and achievements, the temple is a symbol of her architectural and cultural legacy in ancient Egypt.

Colossi of Memnon:

The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues located on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor. These monumental figures, each standing about 18 meters tall, presenting Pharaoh Amenhotep III and once guarding his mortuary temple. Despite the temple's destruction over time, the Colossi remain largely intact. Famous in antiquity for the "singing" phenomenon, where one statue emitted sounds at dawn, these statues continue to be an impressive tourist attraction and a symbol of ancient Egyptian grandeur.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a restaurant and we will then drive you back to El Gouna by a private minivan to conclude your 3 days tour to Cairo, Luxor and Abu Simbel from El Gouna.