Luxor Full-Day Tour: Karnak, Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Explore the highlights of Luxor in one unforgettable day on this guided tour covering both the East and West Banks of the Nile. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, then discover the royal tombs at the Valley of the Kings. Continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut and stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon.

What's Included

Egyptologist English speaking guide, other languages can be add for additional cost 40$ per group.
Lunch
Hotel pickup & drop-off.
Air-conditioned transport.
Bottled water.
Personal expenses.
Tipping recommended.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pickup you from your location in Luxor

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Temple of Karnak

    Start your day with a visit to the spectacular Karnak Temple, a vast open-air museum built over 2,000 years. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns, admire the sacred lake, and learn about the powerful gods worshipped here. The largest religious complex ever built, Karnak Temple is a vast open-air museum developed over more than 2,000 years. Walk through the famous Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns, admire ancient obelisks and chapels, and discover the Sacred Lake used in temple rituals. This monumental site reflects the power and devotion of ancient Egypt’s pharaohs.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Luxor Temple

    Continue to Luxor Temple, a graceful temple dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. Explore its grand courtyard, statues of Ramses II, and the Avenue of Sphinxes connecting it to Karnak. Located in the heart of Luxor, this elegant temple was dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. Built mainly by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, Luxor Temple features grand statues, colossal columns, and beautifully preserved reliefs. It is especially impressive when illuminated and connected to Karnak by the historic Avenue of Sphinxes.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

    Explore the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, uniquely designed with terraces rising against dramatic cliffs. Learn about Queen Hatshepsut’s reign and legacy. One of Egypt’s most unique temples, this architectural masterpiece is dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, the most powerful female pharaoh. Built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, the temple features impressive terraces, colonnades, and detailed reliefs illustrating her reign and divine birth.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Valley of the Kings

    Discover the royal burial site of the New Kingdom at Valley of the Kings. Visit selected tombs decorated with vivid hieroglyphics and learn about ancient burial rituals and beliefs in the afterlife. Hidden within the Theban hills, the Valley of the Kings served as the royal burial ground for New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore selected tombs adorned with vibrant hieroglyphics and scenes from the afterlife. This is where the tomb of Tutankhamun was discovered, making it one of Egypt’s most famous archaeological sites.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Colossi of Memnon

    End your tour at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood for millennia. These two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III have stood guard over the West Bank for over 3,000 years. Once part of a grand mortuary temple, the Colossi are now iconic symbols of ancient Thebes and a perfect photo stop during your tour.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Nile Luxury Tours

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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
City Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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