3-Day Luxor Tour: Kings Valley, Karnak & Dendera Temple

Luxor, Egypt
Duration3 days
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Overview

Discover the treasures of ancient Egypt on this **3-day private and customizable tour** in and around Luxor. You'll visit the **Valley of the Kings**, **Hatshepsut Temple**, **Karnak and Luxor Temples**, the vibrant **local souq**, and enjoy a full-day excursion to the beautifully preserved **Dendera Temple**. This tour is perfect for **history lovers**, cultural explorers, amilies and adventure seekers

Travel in comfort with private transportation and explore at your own pace, guided by a licensed Egyptologist who brings history to life with insider knowledge and local stories. You'll not only visit world-famous landmarks but also connect with authentic local traditions and daily life.

What makes this experience truly unique is that **we are locals from Luxor**, passionate about sharing our heritage. We promise to provide a **pleasant, enjoyable, and professionally organized journey**, tailored to your interests and schedule—making your time in Luxor and Dendera truly unforgettable.

Options

All-Inclusive Tour Package

Guide, Car & All Tickets: Full package: transport, Egyptologist guide, and all entrance fees included for a worry-free tour.
Pickup included

Essential Private Transfer

Driver & Private Vehicle: West bank + East Bank +Horse carriage + Banana island +Felucca + El Souk
not include entance tickets - guide -Accommodation
Pickup included

Guided Tour with Transfer

Car & Expert Egyptologist: Explore with private transport and a licensed guide. Entry tickets are paid separately on site.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Explore Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon .
  • Ride in private, air-conditioned vehicles with hotel or cruise pickup and drop-off included.
  • Guided by a licensed Egyptologist sharing deep insights and engaging stories.
  • Day trip to Dendera Temple with its stunning ceiling and Temple of Hathor carvings.
  • Discover local culture with a walking tour in Luxor’s traditional souq and old city streets.
  • All service charges and taxes included with no hidden fees.
  • Choose from 3 pricing options: Transfer only, with Guide, or All-Inclusive with tickets.
  • Great for families, solo travelers, and culture lovers seeking authentic local experiences.
  • Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples—masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture and history.

What to expect

Day 1: Explore luxor West bank ( Hatshepsut and Valley of the Kings Temples )
  1. Valley of the Kings
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Discover how the ancient Egyptians create their tombs in the valley of the kings where ancient Egyptians used it as a burial, there are many kings buried there like King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, King Ramssess VI, King Mrenptah and AmonhotepII. The colors inside the tombs are well preserved.
  2. Temple of Hatshepsut
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy the glory of the Hatshepsut temple which was mark a turning point in the architecture of Ancient Egypt.3 It is a unique temple dedicated to queen Hatshepsut one of the most famous queens of ancient Egypt.
  3. Colossi of Memnon
    30m
    Then continue your day's Tour to The Colossi of Memnon which is the remains of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
  4. Luxor
    1h
    Transfer time: From the moment of meeting and going to the temples and assembly and transfers between temples and rest houses until the end of the trip and back to the hotel
Day 2: Explore Luxor East Bank ( Karnak and Luxor temples) + City tour to tourist El Souk
  1. The Karnak Temple
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Karnak Temple, the biggest temple was dedicated to the god Amon Ra and his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu. They have been started the construction of this temple in the reign central state about 2000 B.C.
  2. Luxor Market
    1h
    Luxor city tour to tourist El Souk on the East bank, photography, buying souvenir gifts, lunch in a restaurant, or sitting in one of the antique cafés, optional, as desired.
  3. Luxor Temple
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Luxor Temple is the only place in Egypt that contains monuments from all of Egypt`s civilizations' periods as you will see ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Christian, and Muslim monuments. It was contracted approximately 1400 B.C. by king Amunhotep III and completed by king Ramses II, it was dedicated to a warship of the goddess Amun-Ra, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu together representing the Theban triad.
  4. Luxor
    30m
    Transfer time: From the moment of meeting and going to the temples and assembly and transfers between temples until the end of the trip and back to the hotel
Day 3: Day Trip From Luxor To Dendara Temple
  1. Luxor
    1h
    Transfer time: From the moment of meeting and going to the Dendera Temple
    The distance from luxor to Dendera Temple is 53 km or 32 miles
  2. Dendera Temple of Hathor
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Hathor was among the most important and popular deities in ancient Egypt. She was associated with music, joy, dance and motherhood; she was also known as the lady of the sky. Her main cult center was at Dendera where one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt stands today. The entrance of the temple, with six massive columns surmounted with the head of Hathor, is considered among the most beautiful monuments in Egypt. Sistrums (a musical instrument) closely associated with the goddess, frame her head.

    The temple of Dendera dates back to the Ptolemaic Period, although evidence points to older structures once existing on the site, dating as far back as king Pepy I, from the Old Kingdom. Among the temple’s most notable features are astronomical engravings on its ceiling.
  3. Dendera
    1h
    Transfer time: after visit Dendara Temples and assembly and rest houses until the end of the trip and back to luxor
    The distance from Dendera Temple to luxor is 53 km or 32 miles

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We offer **free pickup and drop-off** from all hotels, Nile cruises, and the airport within **Luxor city**.
Please provide your **hotel name, cruise ship name, or flight/train details** when booking so we can arrange pickup accordingly.

* **Pickup time on Day 1** is typically around **8:00 AM** (can be adjusted upon request).
* Your guide or driver will meet you at the **lobby or reception area**, holding a sign with your name.
* For airport/train station arrivals, please share your **arrival time and details** in advance.

We are happy to accommodate **special requests** or **alternative pickup times** whenever possible.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Note: We also offer accommodations; just choose between a 3- 4- or 5-star hotel option.

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