Private Day Tour to Esna Temple including Valley of the kings

This tour offers a comprehensive exploration of two significant ancient Egyptian sites: the Valley of the Kings and Esna Temple. The Valley of the Kings, located on the West Bank of the Nile, is the royal burial ground for New Kingdom pharaohs. Esna Temple, dedicated to the god Khnum, is an impressive and lesser-known temple south of Luxor. This tour provides a unique combination of well-known and hidden gems, guided by an expert Egyptologist.
This tour offers a rich blend of ancient history and architectural marvels, taking you from the renowned Valley of the Kings to the lesser-known yet equally fascinating Esna Temple. Guided by an expert Egyptologist, you will gain a deep appreciation for the religious, cultural, and architectural achievements of ancient Egypt. This immersive experience provides a perfect balance of iconic sites and hidden treasures, making your visit to Luxor truly unforgettable.

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Luxor early in the morning to make the most of the day ,Then drive to Esna takes approximately 1 hour. Enjoy the scenic views of the Nile and the countryside.

Visit the Temple of Khnum in Esna, dedicated to the ram-headed god Khnum. This well-preserved temple features stunning columns and intricate hieroglyphs. Then Drive back to luxor

Explore the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of many New Kingdom pharaohs. Visit several tombs, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun (additional ticket required).

Then Drive to The domed mud-brick house where Howard Carter lived during his search for Tutankhamun’s tomb which surrounded by a garden on what is otherwise a barren slope above the road from deir Al Bahari to valley of the kings . the house has been restored and decorated with pictures and tools of the excavations . an exact replica of Tutankhamun’s burial chamber has been constructed on the edge of the garden along with exhibition relating to the discovery of the tomb.

after that you will get the chance to visit the alabaster factory where people still bringing the stones from Quarry and Form it like the ancient Egyptian into Differents hand made stuff over there

Then you will move to Valley of nobles which are gathering of nobles tombs in Luxor like Ramose , Senniffer ,menna and other 400 theban nobles are marked by numbers with beautiful Scenes were Carved inseide ,These tombs are some of . Nestled in the foothills opposite the Ramesseum are more than 400 tombs

Then Proceed to The Ramesseum Temple which is Considered the memorial temple (or mortuary temple) of Pharaoh Ramses II . it is located in the Theban Necropolis in Upper Egypt , on th west bank of the river Nile , across from the modern city of Luxor . The Design of Ramesses’s mortuary temple adheres to the standard canons of New Kingdom temple architecture

Then you will move to Habiba for Hand weaving specializing in hand woven scarves in Egyptian cotton , linen and wool . on site local hand weavers also selling machine made scarves and shawls on cotton and cotton mixes . in rural setting on the west bank in luxor with views of nobles tombs where women still working and making hand made cloth of Pure cotton , so you will get the experience of how women still using Hand made machines

Stop to see the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood for nearly 3,400 years and Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant. This is a great opportunity to try local dishes.

Return to Luxor city after a day full of exploration and You will be dropped off at your hotel in Luxor, concluding your tour.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

• Private Day Tour to Esna Temple including Valley of the kings
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• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
• Private round-trip transportation from your hotel in Luxor
• Professional Egyptologist tour guide

• Entrance fees to special sites such as the tomb of Tutankhamun which will be 10$
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities for guide and driver

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• This Tour is Provided by Egypt Best Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.