Luxor Day Trip from EL Gouna

Valley of the Kings

The miraculous Valley of the Kings is located on the heart of a legendary hill deep on the west bank of the Nile opposite Luxor, within the heart of the Theban Necropolis, containing deep the underground 63 royal tombs belonging to the greatest Pharaohs of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties of the new kingdom (1570 – 1050 BC) which are Ramses the Great, Hatshepsut, Seti I, Tutankhamen, and various more. The valley is known for the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun and is one of the most famous archaeological sites on earth in 1979, it became a World Heritage Site, along with the rest of the Theban Necropolis.

Hatshepsut Temple

The beautiful holy of the holies Hatshepsut temple (1507–1458 BC) was carved by hand for 15 years across the great mountain hills Deir El Bahari and was opened to the public in 1479 BC. It was made a reality for honoring the blessings of the creator sun god Amun and showcasing the magnificent heritage of Hatshepsut one of the most successful pharaohs in the history of ancient Egypt while being one of the most preserved architectural monuments in the world.

Colossi of Memnon

The majestic Colossi of Memnon of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386 - 1349 BC) is a colossal masterpiece that was made in 1350 BC in Cairo and stood the test of time after being renovated countless times, especially during the Greco-Roman period where it was highly famous for it Vocal Phenomenon. Across the two statues are mystical decorations on their sides showcasing the history of this great Pharaoh, his family, and images of the god Hapi.

Lunch Time

Then, move to have your lunch on an island, so your tour includes a boat trip on the Nile River followed by a guided tour to:

Karnak Temple

The Karnak temple complex is a symbol of the power of faith and religious dedication of the ancient Egyptians that became the biggest religious complex in the world. the most selected of places was built between 2000 BC and 30 BC during the Middle Kingdom to the Greco-Roman period across 247 acres of land to feature a number of temples and shrines dedicated to a number of gods. It was the religious gathering for the worship of the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu for more than 1500 years. It contains the divine Avenue of Sphinxes, the enchanting hypostyle hall, plus a collection of the most magical carvings, paintings, and many more.