Private Luxor East & West Bank Tour with Expert Guide

5.0 (2 reviews) Luxor, Egypt
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Duration7h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Valley of the Kings, the magnificence of the grandeur of architecture which was used for burial, there are many kings buried in this valley. The most known tombs are King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, King Ramssess VI, King Mrenptah and . Move on to visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 20 years during the 18th Dynasty (1490-1469 B.C), the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt. You will pass by the colossi of Memnon which are remains of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Continue driving to the east bank of Luxor to enjoy having your lunch at a local restaurant, before moving to visit Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in the history, dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu. End your tour by visiting the Temple Of Luxor, it was built by Amunhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and it was completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty

What's included

  • All transfers as per the itinerary by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • All taxes & service charge
  • Private and personalized sightseeing excursions
  • Private and personalized sightseeing excursions.
  • Private English-speaking Egyptologist licensed tour guide during your tour
  • Bottled water on board the vehicle during the tour
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned sites
  • Drinks, tippiny

What to expect

  1. The Karnak Temple
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    the largest and most significant religious center in ancient Egypt
  2. Luxor Temple
    Pass by
    known as the Southern Sanctuary to ancient Egyptians and dedicated to the renewal of kingship
  3. Valley of the Kings
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    burial site for 63 New Kingdom pharaohs, royal family members and nobility whose richly decorated chambers were furnished with every conceivable necessity for the after-life - from chariots, furniture and tools to food offerings, servants, statues and weapons
  4. Temple of Hatshepsut
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Built in the mid-15th century BC, this rather modern looking temple blends harmoniously into the limestone cliffs from which it is partly hewn and had twin functions: the main east-west axis served as the sanctuary of Amun-Ra’s barque (a vessel used in the after-life) while the north-south axis represented the life cycle of the pharaoh from coronation to rebirth

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

client's hotel in Luxor

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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