Explore Luxor’s legendary West Bank on a fascinating half-day tour to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Descend into the royal tombs of ancient pharaohs, admire the stunning mortuary temple of Egypt’s most powerful female ruler, and stand before the towering statues of Amenhotep III. Travel in comfort in a modern, air-conditioned private vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Your licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide will bring ancient history to life with engaging stories, detailed explanations, and insider knowledge, ensuring an unforgettable and enriching experience in the heart of ancient Thebes.
Step into the heart of ancient Egypt and discover the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Hidden deep within the Theban mountains on Luxor’s West Bank, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to more than 60 magnificent tombs, including the world-famous tomb of Tutankhamun. Carved directly into the limestone cliffs, these tombs are masterpieces of ancient art and engineering. As you descend into the underground chambers, you will witness vibrant hieroglyphics, detailed wall paintings, and sacred texts from the Book of the Dead that were designed to guide the pharaohs safely into the afterlife.
The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple built during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture
Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which stand at the front of the ruined Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III
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5.0★392 reviews
The tour was excellent. The guide was very attentive and explained everything very well. He also helped us ensure we were charged fair prices for our purchases. The vehicle was very comfortable. I highly recommend it.
sandrapK7859PM · Jun 2026 · via Tripadvisor
We had a great experience with Mr. Sayed Gamal as our guide. He helped us really understand the context of the East and West Bank in Luxor in a clear and engaging way, which made everything we saw much more meaningful. He also shared fascinating insights about the Pharaohs’ tombs that we would have easily missed on our own. His explanations were efficient, well-structured, and easy to follow, without ever feeling rushed. I would definitely recommend him.
FarAway649342 · Jun 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour from start to finish. Sayed is a fabulous guide. He is very knowledgeable about all of the sites and the history surrounding it. He provided great background information and context at each of our stops. He is also a very kind guide, coordinated with me starting earlier than planned to account for the heat, and made sure I had enough downtime in the shade or free time around each site for pictures. I felt really well cared for while learning about these incredible places! Our driver was Ahmed, who was very attentive, punctual and got us from place to place safely and comfortably.
normalJ4744BD · Jun 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Sayed Gamal was an excellent guide, very kind, punctual, and always attentive to our needs. Their explanations were very interesting and detailed, which made the experience much more enriching. Additionally, they organized the tour very well and answered all our questions patiently. I totally recommend it.
Quest815561 · Jun 2026 · via Tripadvisor · Translated
The Guide Sayed Gamal is very nice, explains a lot of stuff and communicates clearly, Amr as the driver was amazing too, the car is very comfortable The tours were amazing but there was one bad experience in a temple where a guy tried to force me to pay him taxes out of nowhere just because he walked down with us - outside of that bad experience this was a really good trip and the Sayed is amazing
F1079SWoscara · Jun 2026 · via Tripadvisor
My tour in Luxor was absolutely unforgettable, and a huge part of that was thanks to the amazing guide, Angie. She was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about Egyptian history, which made every stop come alive with fascinating stories and details. We explored the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, and several other incredible ancient sites. Angie explained everything in such an engaging and easy-to-understand way, making the experience both educational and exciting. She answered all my questions with patience and enthusiasm and made sure I was comfortable and enjoying the day. What truly stood out was her warm personality and genuine care. You can tell she loves what she does, and that energy made the entire experience even more special. If you are visiting Luxor and want a tour that is informative, well-organized, and truly memorable, I highly recommend Angie. She turned a great trip into an extraordinary one. Thank you for an amazing experience!
hamadaG5608XT · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor
We had an incredible private half-day tour of the West Bank in Luxor with our guide Emad. It was just me and my partner on the tour, which made the experience feel very personal and relaxed from the start. Emad was an excellent guide — very knowledgeable, funny, and always had some unique fact to share about each site we visited. He had a great sense of timing and knew exactly how much information to give at each stop. There was clear communication with the tour company throughout, and we were able to select exactly what we wanted to see and what we didn’t want to see. The West Bank is absolutely a must see with incredible history and sites that are truly unforgettable to experience up close We also appreciated that there was no pressure or heavy selling for extras — everything felt straightforward and comfortable. And a special thanks to our Excellent driver Omar who always had the AC ready to go at each stop! Overall, it was an incredible tour with Emad and Omar, an amazing experience and definitely one of the highlights of our travels throughout Egypt. Highly recommended.
YourTravelMoves · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor
My guide Angie was very knowledgeable and gave me plenty of time for photos and to walk through. She gave me time to have a morning coffee at the first temple. They supplied plenty of water. There was an additional alabaster tour that had very cool hand made items. The only draw back is you pay for your own food, it was cheap. 200 EGP. Overall wonderful. I don’t think I would navigate the temples as well on my own.
U4166ERannea · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Had a wonderful experience with Emed and Ahmed. Pick up was easy, Emed was professional and knowledgeable. Great tour, would recommend.
kimayar2026 · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor
This was an excellent tour with Emad, a knowledgeable, interested, excellent and helpful guide. Emad and the company communicated well at all times, Emad and the car arrived punctually on time and the car and driver were excellent. Emad allowed ample time at the various sites and I would be very glad to have Emad and the company again for tours.,
Patrick M · May 2026 · via Tripadvisor
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