Private Guided Day Tour From Luxor To The East and West Bank

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Valley of the Kings, Luxor ,West Bank Egypt ,Tomb of Ramses III ,Tomb of Ramases IX ,Tomb of Merenptah ,Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut), Luxor Travels. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Karnak Temple of Karnak , he Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I , Avenue of Sphinxes — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Private full day tour to see the highlights of the ancient West Bank and East Bank monuments in Luxor. These highlights include Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes), the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak and Luxor Temples. You will be guided by a licensed Egyptologist tour guide and transported to all the sites by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Arabic, English
Operated by: Luxor Travels

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Lunch
Included: Qualified Egyptologist guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Total entrance fees to mentioned sites

Itinerary

Luxor Travels

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Private full day tour to see the highlights of the ancient West Bank and East Bank monuments in Luxor. These highlights include Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes), the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), the Colossi of Memnon and Karnak and Luxor Temples. You will be guided by a licensed Egyptologist tour guide and transported to all the sites by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

In the morning you will be picked up from your hotel in Luxor for a full guided trip of about 8 hours. First you will be transported to the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor. This ancient necropolis consists of tombs embedded in the mountain Thebes. Here you visit three tombs of various dynasties. Your Egyptologist guide will be on hand to recommend which tombs are best to visit.

Then, travel to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), the only woman ever to reign over Egypt as pharaoh. You will be taken to see the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt. Take a nice leisurely break to enjoy lunch.

After lunch, you will visit Karnak on the East Bank of Luxor. Karnak is a complex of temples built by different leaders and has many intricate designs. It is one of the most beautiful ancient monuments in Egypt. Next, you will head to Luxor Temple, dedicated to the Theben Triad of Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. See the granite statues of Ramses the Great. These ancient temples are a must-see for Luxor travelers.

Your Egyptologist guide will provide you with exciting stories and historical facts that will enrich your experience. You will get free time to explore the ancient monuments at your own pace and according to your specific interests. Return to your Luxor hotel by an air-conditioned vehicle, following your tour.
Valley of the Kings

2 hours Admission not included

In the morning you will be picked up from your hotel in central Luxor or harbor by an air-conditioned vehicle for a full guided trip of about 8 hours. First you will be transported to the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor. This ancient necropolis is a must-see for Luxor travelers. There you visit four royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses, the Tomb of Horemheb, the Tomb of Merenptah .Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor.
Tomb of Ramses III

25 min Admission not included

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’
Tomb of King Tutankhamun (KV62)

25 min Admission not included

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
Tomb of Merenptah

25 min Admission not included

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 .
Temple of Hatshepsut

one hour Admission not included

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
Colossi of Memnon

15 min Admission not included

The Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt, which date back to the era of King Amenhotep III.
Temple of Medinat Habu

Passing by

Ramses temple
The Karnak Temple

2 hours Admission not included

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.
Luxor Temple

one hour Admission not included

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.
Obelisk of Thutmoses I

10 min Admission included

Obelisk of Thutmoses I

The Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I, the Temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs,
Obelisk of Queen Hapshetsut,

10 min Admission not included

The Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis I, the Temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs,
Avenue of Sphinxes

10 min Admission not included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Pavillon Winter Luxor
EL Gezira Gardens Hotel
Cleopatra Hotel Luxor
Sonesta St. George Hotel - Luxor
Steigenberger Nile Palace
Pyramids Luxor Hotel
Aracan Eatabe Luxor Hotel
Iberotel Luxor by JAZ
Egyptian Experience Resort Luxor
Gaddis Hotel Suites and Apartments
El Nakhil Hotel
El Mesala Hotel

and 4 more pickup points

You must contact the local supplier for exact pick-up time and location (contact details will be

provided on your voucher)

Using your ticket

Please note: entrance tickets not included. For this experience the (additional costs (please note that these can be paid in Egyptian pounds only or withe Card ) and you Tour guide will help you to get your Entrance fee.

(Optional) If you wish to add morning hot air balloon to your Luxor tour, we can do so for you the price is $ 65 per person .

Airport pick up cost 12 us per person one way .

TRAVEL TIP: Due to very low wages, "Baksheesh" or tips/gratuities are an integral part of life in Egypt. It is useful to carry small notes with you at all times. If you are unsure who, or how much to tip, please do not hesitate to ask your tour guide for guidance.
Due to very low wages, baksheesh (tips/gratuities) are an integral part of life in Egypt, so carry small notes with you at all times

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transport is wheelchair accessible; however, be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended