Full-Day Private Tour of Luxor West Bank Temples and Tombs

Luxor, Egypt
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This full-day private tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Luxor’s West Bank, combining legendary temples, royal tombs, and ancient craftsmanship in one unforgettable experience. Guided by an expert Egyptologist, you’ll uncover the hidden meanings behind hieroglyphs, architecture, and burial rituals that defined ancient Egyptian civilization. Traveling in a private, air-conditioned vehicle ensures comfort and flexibility, allowing you to explore at your own pace. With personal insights and historical storytelling, this journey provides a deep and authentic connection to the spirit of ancient Thebes—perfect for travelers seeking culture, history, and awe-inspiring beauty.

What's included

  • Return transfer to the Luxor hotel or the cruise
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Qualified Egyptologist Tour Guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off service from your hotel or Nile Cruise
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Standard general admission covers entry to three tombs of choice from the open rotation.
  • Premium Add-on Tombs (Optional Extras): Tutankhamun and Seti I
  • Not included. Your driver will stop at a local West Bank restaurant where you can choose and purchase your own meal.
  • Valley of the Queens Entrance Fees
  • Valley of the Queens: General entry is included, but Queen Nefertari’s tomb requires a separate, extra ticket (if open) and is currently closed.
  • Tickets not included. Your private driver will gladly accompany you to the entrance counter to assist with purchase.

What to expect

  1. Luxor
    30m
    Your expert Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your Luxor hotel or cruise in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
  2. Valley of the Kings
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Start your exploration at the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll descend into three royal tombs, each adorned with detailed inscriptions illustrating the pharaohs’ journey to the afterlife.
  3. Temple of Hatshepsut
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Next, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a grand terraced monument dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler.
  4. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    Continue to the Valley of the Queens, where colorful tombs preserve the elegance of ancient royal women.
  5. Valley of the Artisans (Deir el-Medina)
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Proceed to Deir el-Medina, the workers’ village that reveals the daily lives of the artisans who carved and decorated the royal tombs.
  6. Temple of Medinat Habu
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Explore the Temple of Medinet Habu, one of Luxor’s most impressive structures, renowned for its detailed battle scenes and inscriptions.
  7. Colossi of Memnon
    30m
    Before returning, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues that have stood watch over the Theban plain for over 3,000 years.
  8. Luxor
    30m
    After an inspiring day, relax as you are transferred back to your hotel or cruise.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from all Luxor hotels, Nile cruises. Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before departure. Return transfer included.

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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