3 Days Tour from Soma Bay to Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswan & Luxor
Enjoy a 3 Days Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswan, and Luxor Tour from Soma Bay and discover the legendary wonders of Ancient Egypt in comfort. Travel by domestic flights and private transportation with your expert Egyptologist guide to explore Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, Abu Simbel Temples, Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple. Enjoy a VIP experience with comfortable accommodation, private transfers, and unforgettable memories.
Day 1: Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Flight to Aswan
Your unforgettable adventure begins with a VIP transfer from your Soma Bay resort to Hurghada Airport for your short domestic flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by your private Egyptologist guide and begin exploring one of the most iconic destinations in the world.
Travel to the legendary Giza Plateau, where the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure have dominated the desert horizon for over 4,500 years. Learn about the incredible engineering achievements of the ancient Egyptians while admiring the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Discover the fascinating history behind the construction of these monumental structures and enjoy panoramic views across the entire plateau.
Continue to the Valley Temple of King Khafre, where the ancient mummification rituals were performed, before coming face-to-face with the mysterious Great Sphinx, the legendary guardian of the royal necropolis and one of the most recognizable symbols of Egypt.
After exploring the pyramids, enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a quality local restaurant before continuing your Cairo adventure.
Visit the impressive Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), one of the largest archaeological museums in the world. Explore its remarkable collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts, royal statues, and historical treasures that reveal the achievements of the pharaohs and the daily life of ancient Egyptian society.
Discover thousands of years of history through fascinating exhibitions displaying ancient art, religious objects, and treasures from one of the greatest civilizations ever known.
In the afternoon, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, your private driver will escort you to your hotel. Spend a peaceful evening on the banks of the Nile and enjoy an overnight stay in Aswan.
Day 2: Abu Simbel Temples and the Wonders of Aswan
Your day begins before sunrise with a private drive through the breathtaking landscapes of the Nubian Desert to reach one of the most extraordinary monuments ever created by mankind—the Abu Simbel Temples.
Carved directly into the mountainside by Pharaoh Ramses II more than 3,000 years ago, the Great Temple features four colossal statues standing over 20 meters high. Nearby stands the elegant Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to the beloved wife of Ramses II and the goddess Hathor. Your guide will explain the remarkable story of the UNESCO rescue project that saved these temples from the rising waters of Lake Nasser in the 1960s.
After returning to Aswan, continue with a scenic motorboat ride across the Nile to the enchanting Temple of Philae. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, this magnificent sanctuary is often called the “Pearl of Egypt” and is considered one of the most romantic temples in the country. Admire its graceful columns, beautifully preserved reliefs, and learn about the myth of Isis and Osiris, one of the most important legends of Ancient Egypt.
Following lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s greatest engineering achievements, which transformed the country by controlling the Nile floods and creating the vast Lake Nasser.
Continue to the ancient granite quarries to see the famous Unfinished Obelisk, the largest obelisk ever attempted by the ancient Egyptians. Here, you will gain fascinating insights into the techniques used by master stonemasons during the New Kingdom period.
End the day with a relaxing Felucca sailing experience on the Nile. As you glide past Elephantine Island, Kitchener’s Island, and picturesque Nubian villages, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and spectacular scenery that have captivated travelers for centuries.
In the evening, enjoy a comfortable private transfer to Luxor and check into your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Valley of the Kings and the Grand Temples of Luxor
For an unforgettable beginning to the day, you may choose an optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor. Floating above the Nile Valley at dawn offers breathtaking panoramic views of temples, villages, cultivated fields, and the mountains that conceal the royal tombs.
After breakfast, cross to the legendary West Bank of Luxor and enter the Valley of the Kings, one of the most important archaeological sites in the world and the final resting place of the Pharaohs of the New Kingdom. Accompanied by your private Egyptologist, visit three beautifully decorated royal tombs adorned with vibrant colors, sacred texts, and scenes depicting the journey to the afterlife.
Continue to the magnificent Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari, one of the greatest masterpieces of ancient architecture. Built against towering limestone cliffs, this extraordinary temple honors Egypt’s most successful female ruler and represents one of the finest achievements of the New Kingdom.
Stop for photographs at the Colossi of Memnon, the gigantic statues of Amenhotep III that have stood watch over the Theban plain for more than 3,400 years.
After enjoying lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, continue to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious center ever constructed. Walk through the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns, admire sacred lakes, towering obelisks, and discover the temples, chapels, and sanctuaries built by generations of Pharaohs over a period of nearly two thousand years.
Conclude your exploration with a visit to the elegant Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated by the afternoon sun. Once connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes, this remarkable monument served as the setting for the famous Opet Festival and bears the legacy of Amenhotep III, Ramses II, Tutankhamun, and Alexander the Great.
Following your visit, relax during your private transfer back to Soma Bay in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle. Arrive at your resort in the evening with unforgettable memories of an extraordinary journey through Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Luxor—a truly world-class experience showcasing the finest monuments and treasures of Ancient Egypt.
