Description
With just one day to explore the ancient sights in Luxor, it's all too easy to skip must-see attractions, for the sake of saving time. Fortunately, you can see all the sights—without sacrificing anything—on this comprehensive, full-day private tour. Let your personal guide lead the way to East and West Bank sights like Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and the Karnak and Luxor Temples. End your day with an easy hotel drop-off, included in the price.
Itinerary
our Egyptologist Tour Guide Will pick you up from your Luxor Hotel To start your Adventure and Visit:
1- The Valley of the Kings
First, you will be transported to the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor. This ancient necropolis is a must-see for Luxor travelers. There you visit four royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses, the Tomb of Horemheb, the Tomb of Merenptah, and of course the Tomb of King Tut. The tomb of Tutankhamen is the only tomb in Valley of the Kings that was discovered nearly intact in 1922. The discoverer of his tomb was Howard Carter. Tut's famous golden mask is on display at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, but here you have the opportunity to be amazed at the royal mummy of the young king.
2- Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
After visiting the tombs you will be transported to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), the only woman ever to reign over Egypt as Pharaoh. This queen was an ancestor of King Tutankhamen and belonged to the same dynasty.
3- Colossi of Memnon
the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt which date back to the era of King Amenhotep III.
4- Temple of Karnak
After lunch you continue your day tour to Karnak Temples in the East Bank of Luxor Karnak you visit what is considered to be one of the world's greatest architectural masterpieces, namely the complex of Karnak Temples on the East Bank of Luxor. Karnak is a complex of temples built in different reigns, starting with the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis I, the Temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarbeus of Amenophis III and the Sacred Lake. Karnak beats every other pharaonic monument: it is simply one of the most beautiful ancient monuments in Egypt.
5- Luxor Temple
The Temple Of Luxor was built by Amunhotep III in the 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramses II during the 19th Dynasty after that will transfer you back to your hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor.
then at the End of the Tour will drop you off at your Luxor Hotel.
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Inclusions
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- First-class air conditioner luxury car
- Private Tour
- Qualified Egyptology and Certified Tour Guide and professional photographer as well
- Bottle of Water each
- All service charges and taxes.
Exclusions
- Gratuities ( Recommended )
- Entry fees
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Meeting Point: Luxor
the Pick-Up time At 7:30 am from your Luxor Hotel