1-Day Luxor Temples Tour with Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut

1 Day Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Explore the wonders of ancient Thebes on a guided tour of Luxor, visiting the grand Karnak and Luxor Temples before crossing the Nile to the West Bank. Marvel a...

Duration: 1 Day · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · City: Luxor · Languages: English

Know before you go: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and some climbing, such as stairs into tombs.; Please wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes.

About Luxor

Egypt

Luxor

The vast dig sites of the Valley of Kings, ancient Thebes and looming monolithic temples dot Luxor; a fascinating town of 4,000 years that’s best explored with the help of a local guide.

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What's Included

A certified, licensed, and knowledgeable English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Air-conditioned transportation to all sites
A delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
Bottled water throughout the day
Hotel or cruise ship pickup and drop-off

Not Included

Entrance to specific tombs
Personal expenses

Itinerary

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Day 01

Full-Day Exploration of Luxor's East and West Banks

Morning pickup from your hotel or cruise ship by a certified Egyptologist guide. Visit the Karnak Temple Complex, including the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 towering columns. Explore Luxor Temple in the heart of the city and learn about its historical significance. Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant featuring traditional Egyptian cuisine. Cross the Nile to the West Bank, known as the "City of the Dead". Explore the Valley of the Kings, descending into richly decorated pharaohs' tombs. Visit Hatshepsut's Temple, a terraced architectural masterpiece set against dramatic cliffs. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the giant statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Egypt · Tour start: Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Luxor Governorate, Egypt — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.