3 Days Tour from Sahl Hasheesh to Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswan & Luxor
Day 1: Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Flight to Aswan
Your amazing 3 Days Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswan and Luxor Tour from Sahl Hasheesh begins with an early morning private transfer from your hotel in Sahl Hasheesh to Hurghada Airport. Relax in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle while traveling through the Eastern Desert before taking your domestic flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival in Cairo, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your sightseeing adventure at the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the most famous monuments of Ancient Egypt.
Stand before the magnificent Great Pyramids of Giza, the last remaining wonder of the ancient world. Explore the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure and learn about their incredible construction, religious importance, and the powerful pharaohs who built these eternal monuments thousands of years ago.
Continue to the iconic Great Sphinx, the legendary guardian of the Giza Plateau featuring the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh. Visit the nearby Valley Temple and discover the ancient rituals, mummification practices, and royal ceremonies connected with the pyramid complex.
After exploring the pyramids, enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a quality local restaurant before continuing your Cairo sightseeing experience.
Visit the impressive Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), one of the largest archaeological museums in the world. Discover fascinating collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts, royal statues, and priceless treasures that showcase the achievements of pharaohs, queens, and ancient craftsmen.
Explore thousands of years of Egyptian history through remarkable exhibitions that reveal the daily life, religious beliefs, and traditions of one of the world’s most influential civilizations.
After completing your Cairo tour, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel.
Enjoy a relaxing evening beside the Nile River and overnight stay in Aswan.
Day 2: Abu Simbel Temples, Aswan Highlights & Transfer to Luxor
After breakfast at your hotel, begin an extraordinary day exploring the wonders of southern Egypt with a visit to the world-famous Abu Simbel Temples.
Travel through the impressive Nubian Desert to reach these magnificent rock-cut temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II. Upon arrival, admire the colossal statues of Ramses II standing proudly at the entrance of the Great Temple and explore the nearby Temple of Queen Nefertari, dedicated to his beloved wife.
Inside the temples, discover beautifully preserved reliefs, massive halls, and ancient inscriptions that tell fascinating stories about Ramses II, his achievements, religious beliefs, and devotion to the gods of Ancient Egypt.
Learn about the incredible UNESCO Abu Simbel rescue project, one of the greatest archaeological engineering achievements in modern history, which saved these temples from being submerged after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
After returning to Aswan, continue your sightseeing tour with a visit to the beautiful Philae Temple, located on Agilkia Island. Enjoy a scenic Nile boat ride to reach this peaceful sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis and explore its elegant columns, ancient reliefs, and fascinating religious scenes.
Continue your Aswan experience with a visit to the impressive Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering masterpiece that created Lake Nasser and transformed Egypt’s agriculture and energy production.
Visit the Unfinished Obelisk, where you can learn about ancient Egyptian stone-cutting techniques and discover how massive granite monuments were prepared thousands of years ago.
Enjoy lunch in Aswan before relaxing during a traditional Nile felucca sailing trip. Sail along the Nile River and enjoy beautiful views of the islands, Nubian villages, and peaceful landscapes.
In the afternoon, enjoy a comfortable private transfer from Aswan to Luxor through the scenic Nile Valley. Upon arrival, check into your hotel in Luxor and relax after a full day of exploration.
Overnight stay in Luxor.
Day 3: Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temples & Return to Sahl Hasheesh
After breakfast at your hotel, begin your final day exploring Luxor, the ancient capital of the New Kingdom and the world’s greatest open-air museum.
Start your Luxor West Bank tour with a visit to the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal cemetery of Egypt’s powerful New Kingdom pharaohs. Enter beautifully decorated tombs carved deep into the mountains and admire colorful wall paintings, ancient hieroglyphics, and religious texts that reveal the ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.
Your private Egyptologist guide will explain the stories of the famous kings buried in the valley and share details about the archaeological discoveries made here, including the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Optional entrance to the Tomb of Tutankhamun is available for visitors wishing to explore the burial chamber of Egypt’s most famous young pharaoh.
Continue your Luxor West Bank exploration with a visit to the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, one of Ancient Egypt’s greatest architectural masterpieces. Built into the limestone cliffs, this unique temple features impressive terraces, elegant columns, and detailed relief carvings showing the story of Queen Hatshepsut’s reign.
Discover the achievements of one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers and learn about her famous expedition to the Land of Punt and her contributions to ancient Egyptian history.
Stop at the famous Colossi of Memnon, the giant statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood proudly for thousands of years. Enjoy a memorable photo opportunity and learn about the legends surrounding these impressive monuments.
After lunch at a quality local restaurant, continue your Luxor East Bank tour with a visit to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever built in Ancient Egypt.
Explore the breathtaking Great Hypostyle Hall, massive columns, towering obelisks, sacred lake, and ancient inscriptions that reveal the stories of Egyptian gods, kings, and religious ceremonies.
End your Luxor sightseeing experience with a visit to the elegant Luxor Temple, beautifully located beside the Nile River. Discover its impressive statues, ancient columns, royal inscriptions, and the famous Avenue of Sphinxes that once connected Luxor Temple with Karnak Temple.
After completing your unforgettable Ancient Egypt adventure, enjoy a comfortable private transfer from Luxor back to Sahl Hasheesh.
Relax during the journey through the Eastern Desert while remembering the incredible pyramids, temples, royal tombs, and ancient wonders you discovered during this VIP journey.
Arrive at your hotel in Sahl Hasheesh in the evening, ending your exclusive 3 Days Cairo, Abu Simbel, Aswan and Luxor Tour from Sahl Hasheesh filled with history, culture, and unforgettable memories.
