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Overview
- Duration:0 days 0 nights
- Travelers:1 - 15 guests
- Tour Type:Luxor Tours
- Language:All Languages
- Duration:6 Hours
- Tour Type :Private Tours
- Availability:Everyday
- Pickup / Drop off:Hotel
Highlights
- Explore the famous Valley of the Kings
- Visit the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- See the giant Colossi of Memnon statues
- Learn about ancient Egyptian royal burial traditions
- Discover the history of ancient Thebes with an Egyptologist guide
- Comfortable private transportation throughout the tour
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride available before the tour
Includes/Excludes
- Hotel or Nile Cruise pickup and drop-off
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Professional Egyptologist tour guide
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- Traditional Egyptian lunch
- Bottled water during the tour
- All taxes and service charges
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Tipping
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Pickup & Departure:
Your private tour begins with pickup from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor. Meet your Egyptologist guide and travel comfortably to the legendary West Bank, once the sacred burial ground of Egypt’s greatest rulers.
Valley of the Kings:
Start your exploration at the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Visit some of the beautifully decorated tombs and admire the vivid hieroglyphics, colorful wall paintings, and fascinating scenes depicting the journey to the afterlife. Your guide will explain the beliefs and traditions behind these extraordinary burial chambers.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut:
Continue to the impressive Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. Built into the limestone cliffs, this architectural masterpiece honors one of Egypt’s most successful female pharaohs. Learn about her remarkable reign and admire the temple’s elegant terraces and stunning desert backdrop.
Colossi of Memnon:
Next, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood guard over the Theban necropolis for more than 3,000 years. Capture memorable photographs and hear the legends associated with these iconic monuments.
Optional Alabaster Workshop:
If time permits, visit a traditional alabaster workshop to observe local artisans practicing techniques inspired by ancient Egyptian craftsmanship.
Lunch:
Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant before concluding your tour.
Return to Hotel:
After exploring Luxor’s most famous West Bank attractions, relax during your transfer back to your hotel or Nile Cruise.
Meals: Lunch
Why Book This Tour?
The West Bank of Luxor contains some of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt, including the tombs of the pharaohs and the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut. This private tour combines expert guidance, comfortable transportation, entrance fees, and lunch, allowing you to experience Luxor’s greatest ancient wonders in a relaxed and hassle-free way. Whether you’re visiting Luxor for the first time or returning to explore its rich history, this tour offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of ancient Thebes.
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