Why choose this Luxor tour ?
Visit the ancient tombs and temples of Luxor’s West Bank on a 6-hour, private tour with an Egyptologist guide. Explore three tombs in the Valley of the Kings, then pay your respects to Egypt’s female pharaoh at the Temple of Hatshepsut, and see the iconic Colossi of Memnon. This half-day tour offers the flexibility of a private experience, with the option to add on Tutankhamun’s tomb or visit an alabaster factory, and it includes pickup and drop-off at your Luxor accommodations. Visit three tombs in the Valley of the Kings Tour the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Round trip transport from your Luxor accommodations Flexibility to customize for your interests
Make the most of your Luxor adventure
What makes Private Guided tour to valley of the kings & Hatshepsut temple a unique experience ?
Your Egyptology guide will collect you from your Luxor hotel or cruise ship at a time of your choosing between 7 and 9am. This is a private tour, so how long you spend at each of the sites on the itinerary is entirely up to you. Cross the Nile River to the West Bank, the city of the dead for the ancient city of Thebes, known as Luxor today. It’s a scenic, 45-minute drive through lush crop fields and desolate sandstone mountains to your first stop, the Valley of the Kings. Along the way, your guide will point out the simple house where Howard Carter lived during his search for Tutankhamun’s tomb. This desolate sandstone valley is where the kings of Thebes were buried. After you pay the entrance fee and take a quick look at the visitor’s center, your guide will escort you to three richly decorated tombs: guides are not allowed inside the tombs, but he will tell you each mausoleum’s story and what to look for. Should you wish to visit the Tomb of King Tut, an additional fee is payable.
Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the only known Egyptian female ruler who reigned for 20 years. Next, make your way to the Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III and marvel at the gates Colossi of Memnon.
Finally, enjoy a delicious lunch from a local restaurant before being transferred back to your accommodation. Extra attraction tickets are necessary and are not included in the price.
As you drive back towards the East Bank, enjoy a quick photo stop at the mighty Colossi of Memnon. These two giant statues mark the site of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- private tour Guide
Not Included
- tipping
- Entrance fee to the Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Egypt Tour Pro.
- 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.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 13 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
