10 Best Places to Visit in Egypt
Discover the Soul of the Pharaohs with PB Travels
There are places you visit…and then there’s Egypt, a country that grabs you by the soul and whispers stories of ancient gods, golden tombs, and civilisations that outlived empires.
Picture this: You’re standing in front of a 4,500-year-old pyramid, the same way explorers and emperors once did. The air hums with heat, history, and a little mystery. You’ve read about it. You’ve seen it in textbooks. But now? You’re in it.
Welcome to the Egypt you’ll explore with PB Travels; a journey that’s anything but ordinary. Here are 10 must-see destinations we’ll take you to, each one more unforgettable than the last.
1. The Great Pyramids of Giza
Let’s start with the obvious, shall we?
The Great Pyramids of Giza are the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, and seeing them in real life hits different. Built over 4,500 years ago without modern machinery, they still leave even present-day engineers scratching their heads.
Stand at the base, look up, and try not to be humbled. These aren’t just tombs. They’re time machines built out of stone.
- PB Travels Pro Tip : Our Egypt tour includes guided access. Trust us, you’ll want someone who can explain the “how did they do THAT?” moments.
2. The Sphinx
Just a stone’s throw (literally) from the pyramids sits the Great Sphinx, staring into the horizon with a gaze that hasn’t blinked in centuries.
With the body of a lion and the head of a king, it’s the ultimate symbol of mystery and majesty. Some say it guards the pyramids. Others say it guards secrets. We’ll probably never know the truth. You’ll stand there, wondering how such detail survived this long, and marvel at how the desert has kept watch over this silent guardian for centuries.
From certain angles, you can see the sun dip perfectly behind it, which makes for great Instagram photos, so snap away.
3. Luxor’s Temples (Karnak & Luxor Temple)
If Cairo is the heart of modern Egypt, then Luxor is its memory.
Once known as Thebes, Luxor was the capital of the ancient world, and its temples prove it. Walk through Karnak, with its towering stone columns, or visit Luxor Temple at dusk when everything glows gold; you won’t regret doing either one.
The sheer scale is overwhelming. You don’t walk through Karnak, you journey through it. It’s a sacred maze of massive statues, sunlit courtyards, and faded hieroglyphs that still echo forgotten prayers.
Luxor at night, especially when the temples light up, feels like stepping into a living, breathing myth. It’s a sight that shouldn’t be missed.
4. The Valley of the Kings
Now we’re going underground.
The Valley of the Kings is where Egypt’s most famous pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun, were buried deep in the earth and surrounded by dazzling tomb art that has survived for millennia.
The tomb walls are covered in vibrant depictions of the afterlife: gods, stars, boats crossing celestial rivers, all preserved in unbelievable colour. It’s as if time hit pause underground.
Wandering these tombs gives you a strange and powerful feeling, like you’re trespassing on history that was meant to remain untouched. That strange sense of foreboding is what makes this experience worthwhile and complete. Relish in it while you can, for it’s hard to find anything like it anywhere else.
5. Abu Simbel Temples
Tucked near Egypt’s southern border, Abu Simbel is a masterpiece in the middle of nowhere.
Built by Ramses II (arguably Egypt’s most dramatic king because he literally carved four 20-metre statues of himself into the cliffside), these temples were relocated stone by stone to save them from rising waters.
The temples are aligned so the sun illuminates the inner sanctuary on specific days of the year; proof that ancient Egyptians weren’t just builders, they were cosmic architects.
Inside, the carvings celebrate love, war, and divine power, all told in stone with theatrical flair.
6. The Egyptian Museum (King Tut Exhibit)
You’ve heard the legend. You’ve seen the gold mask. Now see it in person.
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is home to thousands of ancient treasures, but none shine brighter than King Tutankhamun’s exhibit, complete with jewellery, weapons, and yes, that famous golden coffin.
You’ll stroll past mummies with names you’ve only read in books, preserved for thousands of years, lying just inches away behind the glass.
Even as a museum, it’s a vault of memories, and every object has a story that shaped the ancient world at some point in time or the other.
7. Cairo
More than just pyramids and museums, Cairo is where ancient meets electric.
You’ve got thrummingly busy bazaars like Khan el-Khalili, mosques with architecture that rivals European cathedrals, and food that will make you believe in second stomachs. (Shoutout to koshari and fresh falafel.) By day, it’s history; by night, it’s rhythm, lit by neon signs, laughter, and the sizzle of late-night street food stalls.
Don’t forget to cruise down the Nile or get lost in a spice-scented alley, because those are the moments that make Cairo unforgettable. This city will keep you awake, curious, and always hungry for more.
8. Dendera
If temples were social media profiles, Dendera Temple would be the underrated gem with surprisingly killer content.
Located just north of Luxor, the Temple of Hathor is one of the best-preserved in Egypt. You’ll see vivid blue ceilings, zodiac carvings, and hypnotic hieroglyphics that seem to move if you stare long enough.
This temple has a rare rooftop view, where ancient priests once watched the stars to predict events. You can actually walk those same staircases, still sturdy after two millennia.
There’s something dreamy about Dendera; it feels more intimate, almost like you’ve stumbled upon a secret the crowds haven’t discovered yet.
9. Alexandria
Think of Alexandria as Egypt’s cool coastal cousin.
Once the crown jewel of the ancient world, home to the famous Lighthouse and Library, Alexandria today offers a laid-back Mediterranean vibe, seaside cafés, and the haunting beauty of the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
It’s a little Roman, a little Egyptian, and all charm. Imagine sipping Turkish coffee by the sea where Cleopatra once reigned.
You’ll explore sun-drenched ruins by day and watch the coastline turn to gold at sunset. It’s romance, wrapped in history.
10. Red Sea Riviera
After all that temple-hopping, how about a little beach therapy?
Egypt’s Red Sea Riviera (Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh, Marsa Alam) is where desert meets turquoise waters. Snorkel over coral reefs, dive with dolphins, or just lie back under a palm tree with a fruity drink in hand.
The coral reefs are among the best in the world (no exaggeration), and the warm waters are a diver’s dream.
If your soul needs rest after all the sightseeing, this is the ultimate reset button. Sun, sea and serenity.
Go Beyond the Pyramids
Egypt is a portal into the past, into wonder, and into stories that are older than language itself.
PB Travels can guide you through these stories. Cairo’s buzzing streets, the Nile’s sacred history, and tombs that whisper secrets in the dark are all designed into our Egypt tour to give you the full experience: comfort, culture, and all the awe-inspiring moments in between.
Ready to step into the land of gods and kings? Book Your Egypt Tour with PB Travels!
