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The Karnak Temple
3h · Admission ticket not included
Upon your arrival at Luxor train station, a representative will be there to meet and assist you. Your first stop in Luxor will be at Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in history which was dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu. It was constructed from the beginning of the Middle Kingdom to the Greco-Roman Kingdom. After that, you will visit the Valley of the Kings, which was used for burial and where many kings were buried. The shapes of the tombs have changed from pyramid-style to cut rock tombs in the mountain. You will then move on to the Valley of the Queens, which contains the masterpieces of ancient Egyptian tombs, including that of Nefertari, wife of Ramses II. Finally, you will visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the only Pharaonic woman who reigned over ancient Egypt.
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Valley of the Kings
2h · Admission ticket not included
The Valley of the Kings also referred to as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings in Arabic (وادي الملوك Wādī al-Mulūk; Coptic: ϫⲏⲙⲉ, romanized: džēme), is a valley located in Egypt. It was the site where rock-cut tombs were excavated for nearly 500 years, from the 16th to the 11th century BC, for the pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom (specifically, the Eighteenth to the Twentieth Dynasties of Ancient Egypt).The Valley of the Kings is a renowned archaeological site in Egypt's Luxor. It was the burial place for numerous pharaohs of the New Kingdom period. Intricately designed tombs, adorned with art and hieroglyphs, are carved into the rocky terrain. Discovered in the 18th century, the valley continues to reveal historical treasures.
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Temple of Hatshepsut
2h · Admission ticket not included
The Temple of Hatshepsut, which means "Holy of Holies" in Egyptian, was constructed as a mortuary temple during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut in the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. It is located opposite the city of Luxor and is regarded as a masterpiece of ancient architecture. The temple is made up of three large terraces that rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Its main east-west axis was used to receive the Barque of Amun-Re during the Beautiful Festival of the Valley, while its north-south axis represented the pharaoh's life cycle from coronation to rebirth. The temple sits on the edge of the desert, approximately 1 km (0.62 mi) to the east. The Temple of Hatshepsut is an ancient monument in Luxor, Egypt. It honors Queen Hatshepsut, one of the few female pharaohs in Egyptian history. Carved into a cliff, the temple's design merges with the natural rock formations. Hieroglyphs and statues adorn its terraces, showcasing the queen's achievements.
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Luxor Temple
1h · Admission ticket not included
After visiting Karnak Temple, continue your day tour to the Temple of Luxor. This temple was built during the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom by Amunhotep III and later completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty.
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Colossi of Memnon
30m
Next, continue your day tour to the Colossi of Memnon, which are the remains of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
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Cairo
10h
Traveling from Luxor to Cairo by train offers a unique experience of Egypt's landscape and culture. The journey covers approximately 420 kilometers, passing through picturesque towns and along the iconic Nile River. As the train glides through the heart of the country, passengers can witness rural scenes, lush fields, and glimpses of ancient monuments. The comfortable train ride allows travelers to relax and enjoy the changing scenery, while also reflecting on Egypt's rich history and diverse charm. The trip typically takes around 9 to 10 hours, offering a memorable way to traverse between these two historically significant cities.
