Private 2-Day Trip to Luxor from El Gouna
Enjoy an unforgettable private 2-day trip to Luxor from El Gouna and discover the wonders of Ancient Egypt with your own private Egyptologist guide and comfortable private vehicle. Explore the magnificent temples, royal tombs, and legendary monuments of ancient Thebes, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.Â
Day 1: El Gouna to Luxor
Early in the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in El Gouna and transfer you by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin exploring the ancient capital of Egypt. Your first stop will be Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built in the ancient world. Walk among the giant columns of the Great Hypostyle Hall, admire the impressive obelisks, sacred lake, and colossal statues built by generations of pharaohs. Continue to Luxor Temple, one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt, built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II and famous for its connection to the ancient Opet Festival. After exploring the East Bank of Luxor, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before checking into your hotel. In the evening, you may join the optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, where the history of ancient Thebes comes alive through lights, music, and storytelling. Overnight accommodation at the 5-star Nile Palace Luxor Hotel.
Day 2: Luxor to El Gouna
For an unforgettable start to the day, you may choose an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise. After breakfast, meet your private guide and head to Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs, including Tutankhamun and Ramses II. Explore beautifully decorated royal tombs filled with colorful hieroglyphics and fascinating scenes from the ancient Egyptian afterlife. Continue to the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the finest architectural masterpieces in Egypt, dramatically built against the cliffs of Deir El Bahari. Next, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two giant statues of Amenhotep III that have stood guard over the Theban Necropolis for more than 3,400 years. After your sightseeing tour, enjoy lunch at a Nile-view restaurant before beginning your comfortable drive back to your hotel in El Gouna with unforgettable memories of Luxor and Ancient Egypt.
