Howard Carter House & Ramesseum Temple Half-day Tour From Luxor

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Duration5h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Ramesseum is the mortuary temple of Ramesses II (Ramesses Meryamun Usermaatre Setepenre, also known as Ramesses the Great). It was intended to house the mortuary cult of the king when he died but was also dedicated to the god Amun.

And if you have an interest in ancient Egyptian history, then it’s almost certain that you’ll already know about the discovery of the tomb of King Tut. When compared to other tombs, The Tomb of Tutankhamen was discovered by a gentleman known as Howard Carter Not only did he discover the tomb, but it the one in charge of its excavation, and as a result, it is his words and quotes that are so frequently associated with this epic discovery

This private tour can be customized to your schedule with a variety of start times, including early departures that take advantage of cooler morning temperatures and guided visits with your Egyptologist guide.

What's included

  • Qualified Egyptologist guide.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transport by private car.
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges.
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees

What to expect

  1. Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II)
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    Begin with pickup at your cruise ship or Luxor hotel at 6 am, 7 am, or 8 am, then travel to the Ramesseum Temple in a private vehicle, a roughly 40-minute trip. Explore the mortuary temple that was built by Pharaoh Ramesses II, from the king’s massive, 62-foot (19-mt) memorial statue to a series of intricate reliefs depicting battles and festival scenes.

    As well as depictions of the afterlife,
  2. Howard Carter House
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    Then explore some less familiar, hidden treasures of Luxor. You will visit Then explore some less familiar, hidden treasures of Luxor. You will visit Howard Carter House, the residence belonging to the British man who became famous after discovering the tomb of Tutankhamen (Tutankhamen). There you will see all his possessions, including his tools and camera. Also, be amazed at the impressive replica of Tutankhamen’s (Tutankhamen) tomb

    begin the return trip to Luxor, where this tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel or cruise ship., the residence belonging to the British man who became famous after discovering the tomb of Tutankhamen (Tutankhamen). There you will see all his possessions, including his tools and camera. Also, be amazed at the impressive replica of Tutankhamen’s (Tutankhamen) tomb

    begin the return trip to Luxor, where this tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel or cruise ship.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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