Your journey begins on the West Bank of the Nile, where ancient Egyptians buried their dead in grand necropolises. Valley of the Kings: Venture into the legendary burial ground of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs, including Tutankhamun and Ramses VI. Descend into elaborately decorated tombs, where vivid murals and hieroglyphs reveal secrets of the afterlife.

Temple of Hatshepsut: Marvel at the stunning terraced design of this mortuary temple, dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler. Its dramatic cliffside setting and colonnaded halls showcase unparalleled New Kingdom architecture.

Colossi of Memnon: Pause to admire the towering twin statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, the last remnants of his once-vast mortuary temple.

Cross the Nile to the East Bank, where the living worshipped Egypt’s gods in monumental temples. Karnak Temple Complex: Enter the largest religious site of the ancient world—a sprawling complex of pylons, obelisks, and sacred lakes. Stand in awe beneath the Great Hypostyle Hall, a forest of 134 massive columns inscribed with hieroglyphs.

Luxor Temple: Conclude your tour at this beautifully preserved temple, illuminated by the golden afternoon light. Walk through its grand courtyard, flanked by statues of Ramses II, and along the historic Avenue of Sphinxes.