Half Day Tour: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple & Memnon

5.0 (88 reviews) Luxor, Egypt
Duration4h - 5h
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

Discover the wonders of ancient Thebes on this unforgettable half-day tour. Explore the Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s greatest pharaohs were laid to rest in beautifully decorated tombs filled with history and mystery. Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of architecture dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler. End your journey at the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues guarding the ruins of an ancient temple. With a professional Egyptologist guide and comfortable transport, this tour offers the perfect blend of history, culture, and beauty — ideal for travelers short on time but eager to experience Luxor’s highlights.

Options

All-inclusive

Car+ Guide+ Entry fees
Pickup included

Tour by Car & Driver

Tour Guide: Not including in this option
Pickup included

Professional guide & car

Entry fees not including
Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Private tour
  • Bottle of Water each
  • First class air conditioner luxury car
  • The tour can be booked with or without entrance tickets & Guide, depending on the option you select.
  • Expert Egyptologist Guide
  • Tipping
  • Any extras not mentioned
  • Pick-up from the airport extra $10

What to expect

  1. Valley of the Kings
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    First, you will be transported to the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor. This ancient necropolis is a must-see for Luxor travelers. There you visit royal tombs, including the Tomb of Ramses III, the Tomb of Ramses IV, the Tomb of Merenptah and of course the Tomb of King Tut. The tomb of Tutankhamen is the only tomb in the Valley of the Kings that was discovered nearly intact in 1922. The discoverer of his tomb was Howard Carter. Tut's famous golden mask is on display at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, but here you have the opportunity to be amazed at the royal mummy of the young king
  2. Temple of Hatshepsut
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After visiting the tombs you will be transported to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), the only woman ever to reign over Egypt as Pharaoh. This queen was an ancestor of King Tutankhamen and belonged to the same dynasty.
  3. Colossi of Memnon
    1h
    the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt, which date back to the era of King Amenhotep III.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up wherever you stay in Luxor city.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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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