• Day Trip to Luxor from Cairo by Plane including traditional Lunch

    Day Trip to Luxor from Cairo by Plane including traditional Lunch

    every one can give tour , but we give an experience tour . Take this full-day tour from Cairo by flight to visit Karnak temple, Valley of the Kings Colossi of Memnon, and Hatshepsut’s Temple.

  • Day Trip to Luxor from Cairo by flight

    Day Trip to Luxor from Cairo by flight

    A full day tour to Luxor by flight from Cairo to visit the cities main landmarks, the West bank where the Colossi of Memnon stands and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and crossing the Nile to the East bank to visit the Karank temple, this tour is a private tour with flight including lunch

  • 2-Night Tour Including Cooking Class with a Local Family in Luxor

    2-Night Tour Including Cooking Class with a Local Family in Luxor

    Discover the magic and history of Luxor, Egypt’s ancient city of Thebes and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this 2-night private tour, including accommodation in a 4-star hotel. You’ll visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, and Temple of Karnak, and enjoy the sound and light show…

  • 2-Day Private Tour of East and West Bank in Luxor

    2-Day Private Tour of East and West Bank in Luxor

    Make the most of your time in Luxor, and get acquainted with its major ancient attractions, on this private, 2-day tour. On the first day, venture to Luxor’s West Bank, where you’ll see the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, the Valley of the Kings (site of Tutankhamun’s Tomb), and the Colossi of Memnon. On the second…

  • Private The Best of Luxor in 3 Days from Luxor

    Private The Best of Luxor in 3 Days from Luxor

    Private 3 days tour to see the best ancient monuments of the East and West Bank in Luxor. These monuments include Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes), Valley of the Queens, Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II), Valley of the Artisans (Deir el Medina), the Temple of Medinat…

  • Private 4-Day Best of Luxor from Luxor

    Private 4-Day Best of Luxor from Luxor

    Private 4 days tour to see the best ancient monuments of the East and West Bank in Luxor. These monuments include Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes), Valley of the Queens, Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II), Valley of the Artisans (Deir el Medina), the Temple of Medinat…

  • The Best of Luxor in 3 Days from Luxor

    The Best of Luxor in 3 Days from Luxor

    Private 3 days tour to see the best ancient monuments of the East and West Bank in Luxor. These monuments include Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes), Valley of the Queens, Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II), Valley of the Artisans (Deir el Medina), the Temple of Medinat…

  • Egypt and Jordan

    Egypt and Jordan

    Private tour in Egypt Portion Modern A/C vehicles Qualified Tour guides Highly skilled representative Qualified drivers

  • Treasures of Egypt Tour – Egypt Explorer

    Treasures of Egypt Tour – Egypt Explorer

    Treasures of Egypt tour explore Egypt in-depth on this 09-day Egypt vacation Package the mysteries & wonders of Egypt unfold before you on your journey along the eternal Nile River. Begin by spending time at the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza – the only existing wonder of the Seven Wonders of the World. Stand in awe…

  • Top 6 Days Around Cairo,Giza Pyramids,Luxor , Aswan & Abu Simbel

    Top 6 Days Around Cairo,Giza Pyramids,Luxor , Aswan & Abu Simbel

    On this 6-day in Egypt tour see the highlights of Egypt. Visit the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and Khan Al Khalili in Islamic Cairo before heading south to Luxor. See Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temples , arrive to Aswan to Visit the High Dam & Philea Temple…

  • Luxor Shore Excursion: Private Tour of the West Bank, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple

    Luxor Shore Excursion: Private Tour of the West Bank, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple

    When your ship docks in the port of Luxor, tour some of ancient Egypt’s most famous sites on the west bank of the Nile River on this private morning shore excursion. Follow your knowledgeable Egyptologist guide – an expert in ancient Egyptian history and culture – to impressive sites like the Necropolis in Thebes, the…

  • Top Overnight To Luxor From Cairo

    Top Overnight To Luxor From Cairo

    At 5:30 am Pickup from your hotel in Cairo by Representative and Transfer to the domestic airport to take your flight to Luxor. Arrival Luxor ,Our representative will meet you then start your Full Day Tour in luxor Day 1 Arrival Luxor ,Our representative will meet you then start your Full Day Tour to The…

  • Luxor Excursion “Valley of the Kings” from Hurghada (Maine group)

    Luxor Excursion “Valley of the Kings” from Hurghada (Maine group)

    Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt on this fun and interesting full-day tour from Hurghada to Luxor. After the pick-up at your hotel you will explore the Temple of Karnak, Hatshepsut, the impressive Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon and take a boat tour cross the Nile River. (MAINE GROUP)

  • Top Day Tour To Luxor From Aswan

    Top Day Tour To Luxor From Aswan

    See Luxor’s top attractions in one day on a guided day trip from Aswan. After a drive through the lush Nile Valley, tour the key sites of what was ancient Thebes as a qualified Egyptologist guide recounts their stories and secrets. Travel to the West Bank to visit age-old pharaonic tombs at the Valley of…

  • Full-Day Trip from Hurghada to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings

    Full-Day Trip from Hurghada to Luxor and the Valley of the Kings

    Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt on this fun and interesting full-day tour from Hurghada to Luxor. After the pick-up at your hotel you will explore the Temple of Karnak, Hatshepsut, the impressive Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon and take a boat tour cross the Nile River.

  • All Inclusive Private day tour to East and West bank of Luxor

    All Inclusive Private day tour to East and West bank of Luxor

    This is a private full day tour in Luxor that covers all major sites; Temple of Karnak which is considered the biggest place of worship in the world, Temple of Luxor that is a masterpiece of art, Valley of the Kings where the great Pharaohs of Egypt were buried, Temple of Hatshepsut that was dedicated…

  • Luxor West Bank Group Tour: Valley of the Kings–Hatshepsut Temple–Memnon Colossi

    Luxor West Bank Group Tour: Valley of the Kings–Hatshepsut Temple–Memnon Colossi

    Visit the old necropolis in the Theban Mountains on the West Bank of Luxor. A professional English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a group tour with airconditioned transportation to the spectacular Valley of the Kings where you will descend into 3 Royal Tombs. Next is a visit to…

  • Aswan to Luxor: Full-Day Private Tour Temples and Tombs

    Aswan to Luxor: Full-Day Private Tour Temples and Tombs

    You will be picked up from your hotel in Aswan for a private tour to the necropolis on the West Bank of Luxor. We start at the spectacular Valley of the Kings where you will descent into 3 Royal Tombs. Next is a visit to the rock hewn mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Deir…

  • Amazing Luxor: Valley of the Kings – Hatshepsut Temple – Colossi of Memnon

    Amazing Luxor: Valley of the Kings – Hatshepsut Temple – Colossi of Memnon

    There are several prices plans options for This private tour, depends on the inclusions and the pickup city. Visit the old necropolis in the Theban Mountains on the West Bank of Luxor. A professional English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you with airconditioned private transportation to the spectacular Valley of…

  • 5 Days Cruise Luxor, Aswan,Tours,Abu Simbel,Hot Air Balloon, From Cairo By Plane

    5 Days Cruise Luxor, Aswan,Tours,Abu Simbel,Hot Air Balloon, From Cairo By Plane

    Spend 5 days relaxing on a leisurely Nile River cruise from Luxor including accommodation and full board basis. Accompanied by your Egyptologist tour guide, explore the wonders of ancient Egypt. All you need do is sit back and enjoy the scener

  • Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Luxor from El Gouna

    Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Luxor from El Gouna

    Once in Luxor, explore the East Bank and West Bank with your private guide. You will visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Karnak Temple, and the Colossis of Memnon. Your experienced guide will help you make the most of your day. Your general entry ticket to Valley of the Kings gives you access…

  • Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Luxor from Sahl Hasheesh

    Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Luxor from Sahl Hasheesh

    Once in Luxor, explore the East Bank and West Bank with your private guide. You will visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Karnak Temple, and the Colossis of Memnon. Your experienced guide will help you make the most of your day. Your general entry ticket to Valley of the Kings gives you access…

  • Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Luxor from Makadi

    Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Luxor from Makadi

    Once in Luxor, explore the East Bank and West Bank with your private guide. You will visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Karnak Temple, and the Colossis of Memnon. Your experienced guide will help you make the most of your day. Your general entry ticket to Valley of the Kings gives you access…

  • Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Luxor from Hurghada City

    Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Luxor from Hurghada City

    Our amazing day tours to Luxor from Hurghada City resorts are designed to give you a snapshot through a window into the world of ancient Egypt. Once in Luxor, explore the East Bank and West Bank with your private guide. You will visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Karnak Temple and the Colossis…

  • The West Bank & The Valley Of The Kings

    The West Bank & The Valley Of The Kings

    Luxor is a town built on the ruins Egyptian city of Thebes, which was capital of the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt, and capital of the Upper Egypt IV. It is located on the east bank of the Nile, about 200 km north of the first cataract (Aswan). Quite simply, The West Bank is the…


There is no charge to visit the Colossi of Memnon to capture pictures, and most Luxor tour will make a stop here. A typical Luxor West Bank tour will pair the Colossi of Memnon with the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut, although there are many other fascinating sights across the river.

Some tours cover the West Bank and East Bank in one day, packing in Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and perhaps even a shopping stop, but it’s worth allowing yourself a day for the West Bank and a day for the East, if time permits.

Things to know before you go

  • The Colossi of Memnon are a must for photographers, Instagrammers, and history buffs.
  • While you can’t enter the excavations behind the statues, it’s sometimes possible to watch archaeologists in action.
  • The terrain around the statues is flat and reasonably even, making the site easy to visit in a wheelchair or with a stroller.

How to get there

The Colossi of Memnon sit a mile or so (2 kilometers) inland from the West Bank of the Nile, opposite Luxor city, but the road journey takes considerably longer as the bridge is outside the city. There’s no public transport and Egyptian city traffic can be challenging, so consider joining a tour or booking a private driver/guide.

When to get there

The Colossi of Memnon are busy throughout the day. If photography is important to you, consider arriving at sunrise, when the light on the hills behind can be spectacular, and few other travelers will be around. If not, prioritize sites such as the Valley of the Kings and end your day at the statues instead.

Why Are the Statues Called the Colossi of Memnon?

While the statues commemorate Amenhotep III, who ruled Egypt around 1400 BC, they’re overwhelmingly known by their Roman name, the Colossi of Memnon. Around 1,000 years after Amenhotep died, ancient Greeks (and, later, Romans) decided that the statues commemorated an African warrior called Memnon, who was killed during the Trojan War. Colossi is the plural of colossus, which means “giant statue.”