Full-Day Luxor Tour – Highlights of the West & East Banks Tour Duration: ~7 hours Pickup & Drop-off: Your hotel in Luxor or the harbor Transport: Air-conditioned vehicle Guide: Licensed Egyptologist Tour Overview: Explore the most iconic ancient monuments of Luxor, covering both the West and East Banks. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and the majestic Karnak and Luxor Temples. Your expert Egyptologist guide will provide in-depth insights, with free time to explore at each site. West Bank: Valley of the Kings Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari) Colossi of Memnon East Bank: 4. Karnak Temple Complex 5. Luxor Temple Tour Inclusions & Exclusions ✅ Included: Egyptologist guide, transport, lunch, hotel pick-up & drop-off ❌ Not Included: Entrance fees, extras, gratuities (recommended)
Private Full-Day Luxor Highlights – East & West Banks Start your day with a hotel in Luxor, where your expert guide will welcome you for a fully guided 7-hour tour in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. West Bank – The Necropolis of Thebes Valley of the Kings Your journey begins at the legendary Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a must-see, featuring elaborately decorated tombs that reveal the splendor of ancient Egyptian beliefs and artistry. During your visit, you’ll explore four royal tombs, including: The Tomb of Ramses IV – Famous for its vivid astronomical ceiling decorations. The Tomb of Ramses III – Featuring intricate wall reliefs and historical inscriptions. The Tomb of Merenptah – The grand burial site of Ramses II’s son. Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut), known for its historical significance and the treasures it once held.
Entrance fees to the tomb of Tutankhamun (300.00 EGP) (optional) King Tutankhamun, the most famous king in the world. This young king from the New Kingdom was around 10 years old when he ascended the throne and died when he was only 19. You will get the chance to be face to face with his royal mummy in his tomb in the Valley of the Kings
The tomb of Ramesses III, designated as KV 11, is a complex system in the Valley of the Kings. It has been known since antiquity,the wonderful decorations include colourful painted sunken reliefs featuring the traditional ritual texts (Litany of Ra, Book of Gates etc) and Ramses before the gods. Unusual here are the secular scenes, in the small side rooms of the entrance corridor, showing foreign tributes, such as highly detailed pottery imported from the Aegean, the royal armoury, boats and, in the last of these side chambers, the blind harpists that gave the tomb one of its alternative names: ‘Tomb of the Harpers’
In Egyptian mythology, Ptah is the demiurge of Memphis, god of craftsmen and architects. In the or simply in its falcon form of the new deity, began to be placed in tombs to accompany and protect the dead on their journey to the West of Luxor .Tomb 8, which is located in the Valley of the Kings, was the burial place of the Pharaoh Merneptah and is the model of royal tombs Merneptah was a son of Ramesses II and Queen Isis-Nofret.the tomb was discovered by Howard Carter in 1903. Of coursethere is a material decrease in the number of lateral rooms, and a dramatic increase in the height of the corridors and rooms. He did away with the jogged axis used since the time of Horemheb and instead built the entire tomb on a single axis. Also, for the first time, the entrance was made considerably wider than earlier tombs .
The tomb of Ramses IV (KV 2) in the Valley of the Kings is rather different than most other tombs built here. This tomb is by far the most spectacular of the other tombs you will see. The hieroglyphics on the wall depict scenes from the Litany of Ra, Book of the Dead, Book of Caverns, the Book of the Heavens, Book of Amduat, and the Book of the Night. The blue and white colors on the walls inside the burial chamber are very vibrant and you can see the king's sarcophagus made of rose-colored granite. There is also a beautiful scene of goddess Nut on the ceiling, where she is depicted swallowing the sun, and it traveling through her stomach, for Nut to give birth to it. The tomb has so much colour and detail even the ceiling above the sarcophagi with its goddess Nut stretching across the space. The sarcophagus is one of the largest in the valley, even though some of the paintings have deteriorated this is one of the most decorated.
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 Tutankhamun and belonged to the same dynasty.Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the only woman ever to reign over Egypt as Pharaoh .
Karnak Temple , 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 Tutomosis 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.
The Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt, which date back to the era of King Amenhotep III.
The Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I, the Temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs,
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 Tutomosis 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.
Temple of Amun, also known as Karnak Temples. 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 Tutomosis 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.
Luxor Temple, which is dedicated to the Theben Triad of Amun-Ra, Mut and Khonsu. There you will see the granite statues of Ramses the Great. These ancient temples are a must-see for Luxor travelers.
Avenue of Shoinxes ,Spectacular avenue stretched from Luxor to Karnak, a distance of 3 kms. Today, its only a few hundred metres long but its very impressive.this avenue used to conect the Karnak templo and the Luxor templo.A six miles avenue with sphinxes in both sides of it.
Obelisk of Thutmoses I The Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I, the Temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs,
Tombs of the Nobles
carter house
temple of Merenptah
Temple of Ramsess ll
Tomb of Ramser Vl
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Tombs of the Nobles, Al Asasif, New Valley Governorate
Mortuary Temple of Seti I
Tomb of Ramases IX, Luxor, Egypt
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5.0★773 opinie
Amazing trip and super informative. We did everything listed and added valley of the queens. The restaurant they took us to eat lunch was really good. Everything was organized and picked up on time from the hotel. Ahmed aziz was our guide and he did a great job and was very informative
Travelchic144 · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
Egypt is a wonderful country, full of history and hidden secrets, fascinating in every way. That's why we made an effort to choose the best guides for our tours, carefully reading all the reviews. We are also quite precise and demanding when it comes to our tours, and as a result, so are our comments. By far, the tour with Hassan was the best! He’s not just a guide, but a true Egyptology enthusiast. With his energy, charm, and storytelling, we were completely immersed in another world. Without a doubt, we didn’t have the same experience with the other tours. If it had been up to us, we would have taken him with us on the plane to visit other parts of Egypt that we had seen with the other guides. Highly recommended! If we return to Egypt, we’ll definitely reach out to him!
AlessandroM5015 · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
an amazing tour, a fantastic day on 29 oct., thanks to the excellent knowledgeable guide and the experienced driver. Definitely recommend!
110antoanelat · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
We took a half day private tour with Hassan as our guide and Raman as our driver. We were picked up from our hotel in a lovely air conditioned mini bus and then enjoyed a morning visiting Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut’s Temple amongst some other monuments. We couldn’t fault it- Hassan was an excellent tour guide, so knowledgeable and gave us a real insight into the history and Egyptian culture. And Raman was always there ready to take us in to the next sight. I would highly recommend this tour.
GillF66 · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
**Excellent Luxor Tour with Khalid and Ahmed!** We had a fantastic full-day tour of Luxor's highlights on both the East and West Bank with Khalid as our guide and Ahmed as our driver. Both were outstanding! Khalid was incredibly knowledgeable, handling tickets smoothly and sharing fascinating details about Luxor and the incredible sights we visited. Ahmed was always punctual with the van, ensuring a seamless door-to-door service—which was especially appreciated in the intense heat. The van was spacious, private, and blessedly air-conditioned, with the AC on full blast throughout the day. We didn’t have to walk far from the parking lot to the attractions, making the experience very comfortable. Both Khalid and Ahmed were polite and attentive, even opening and closing the van doors for us. We aren't fans of the heat, so we asked Khalid to focus on the must-see sights, skip lunch, and avoid shop visits. He tailored the day perfectly to our requests, making the tour efficient and enjoyable despite the rising temperatures. Khalid also gave us insightful perspectives on geopolitical issues surrounding the Nile River, which we greatly appreciated as visitors from Washington, D.C. Another highlight was Khalid’s excellent photography skills—he captured some amazing photos for us! He matched our pace perfectly, ensuring we saw the best of Luxor without lingering too long in the heat. The only suggestion for improvement would be to offer cold bottled water, especially during hot days like ours. Overall, Khalid and Ahmed made our day in Luxor unforgettable. We highly recommend requesting Khalid as your guide for a customized, informative, and comfortable experience. Thank you both for such a memorable day!
Aggiepineapples · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
We learned so much from the tour. Hassan was very informative and gave us a lot of Egyptian history. Definitely recommend the private tour. Had lunch at a local restaurant and food was delicious. Ramadan and Hassan made our tour very smooth and easy.
443melv · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
We had a very good experience with this tour. Thanks to our tourguide Hassan! He showed us the highlights of the West side of Luxor. Helped us with buying the tickets and explained many interesting things about the highlights, but let us explore by ourselves as well. And.. He did that all with a smile and enthusiasm! We would highly recommend.
691sandern · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
We had an incredible experience with Hassan in Luxor! As a local, he brought a deep knowledge of Egyptian history to each site we visited, making every moment feel both enriching and engaging. He was not only professional but also very kind and attentive to our needs throughout the day, making sure we were comfortable and happy at every step. His insights added much depth to our visit, and it was clear he was passionate about sharing his heritage with us. I highly recommend booking with him.
juoliveiracunha · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
Our guide, Hassan, gave us suggestions on which tombs to pick since we already saw 4 separately yesterday, and he was right! Great historian and gave us a lot of new details. The postcard packet helped us identify and take those pictures as we entered the tombs. Great explanation on other sites along the road. Great lunch suggestion at Africa restaurant. Took us all the way back to our hotel safely. Thank you, Hassan & Viator!
jojog743 · lis 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
We had a good time on the tour and learned a lot. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and kind. Thank you Hassan for the interesting stories!
jennysA1280QK · paź 2024 · przez Tripadvisor
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