Full Day Tour of Luxor East and West Banks

Luxor, Egypt
Duration7h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Full-day guided tour of both the East and West Banks of the Nile. This immersive journey takes you through awe-inspiring temples, ancient tombs, and iconic monuments that showcase the grandeur of Egypt’s rich heritage. Explore the treasures of the West Bank, home to fascinating burial sites of pharaohs and queens, before crossing to the East Bank, where majestic temples stand as symbols of devotion and power. With expert guidance, comfortable transport, and personalized service, this tour offers an unforgettable insight into Luxor’s unmatched historical significance.

What's included

  • Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off.
  • Bottled water during the tour.
  • Professional Egyptologist guide.
  • Taxes and service charges.
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers.
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Valley of the Kings Base Ticket: Covers entry and your choice of 3 standard tombs.
  • Tomb of Tutankhamun (KV62): Requires a separate, optional ticket.
  • Tomb of Seti I (KV17): Requires a separate, premium optional ticket.
  • Excludes gate tickets for Hatshepsut, Karnak, and Luxor temples, payable directly at the gates.

What to expect

  1. Valley of the Kings
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel or Nile cruise. Cross the Nile to the West Bank, where you’ll explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of Egypt’s greatest rulers, adorned with vibrant wall paintings that narrate stories of the afterlife.
  2. Temple of Hatshepsut
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an extraordinary architectural masterpiece built against towering cliffs, showcasing the legacy of Egypt’s most successful female pharaoh.
  3. Colossi of Memnon
    30m
    On your way, stop to admire the Colossi of Memnon, two imposing statues that have stood guard for centuries.
  4. The Karnak Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Next, travel back across the Nile to the East Bank, where the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple Complex awaits. Walk through its grand avenues, towering columns, and sacred halls, witnessing the scale of one of the most significant religious centers in ancient Egypt.
  5. Luxor Temple
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Conclude your day with a visit to Luxor Temple, beautifully aligned with the setting sun, where ancient processions once took place. After a day filled with discovery and wonder, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel or cruise with memories that last a lifetime.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from any hotel, Nile cruise, or private accommodation in Luxor.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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