West and East Bank Luxor from Hurghada

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Hurghada

  Embark on a captivating journey with a NASCO Tours representative departing from Hurghada on a scenic 4-hour journey to Luxor. Along the way, relax and take in the ever-changing landscapes, from rugged mountains and expansive deserts to lush, fertile lands. Meanwhile, your guide will enrich the experience with captivating insights into the history of Upper Egypt.

  4 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Valley of the Kings

  Upon reaching the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, we will explore three remarkable royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings. This iconic site served as the royal burial ground for nearly 500 years during the New Kingdom period, from the Eighteenth to the Twentieth Dynasties. Carved into the cliffs of a desert wadi on the west bank of the Nile—directly across from ancient Thebes (modern-day Luxor)—this sacred valley is the final resting place of pharaohs and powerful nobles. Nestled within the Theban Necropolis, the Valley is home to some of the most beautifully decorated tombs in Egypt, showcasing intricate wall paintings and hieroglyphs that have survived thousands of years.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Temple of Hatshepsut

  Heading to Hatshepsut Temple

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Temple of Hatshepsut

  Next, visit Hatshepsut Temple, a stunning mortuary temple in Luxor, Egypt, honors Queen Hatshepsut and features grand terraces, colonnades, and intricate carvings.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5

  Indulge in a delectable lunch at The Steigenberger Nile Palace, offering Nile and Luxor boulevard views.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Temple of Karnak

  Heading to Karnak Temple

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 7
  Temple of Karnak

  Visit the awe-inspiring Temple of Karnak, known for its unique Hypostyle Hall, Sacred Lake, and Avenue of the Sphinxes.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 8
  Luxor Temple

  Heading to the Luxor Temple

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Luxor Temple

  Visit Luxor Temple, intricately connected to Karnak, a majestic ancient temple dedicated to Amun-Ra, featuring grand statues, towering columns, and vibrant hieroglyphs.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 10
  Hurghada

  Your adventure concludes with a return to your Hurghada hotel, leaving you with memories of Egypt's wonders.

  4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Infant seats available on request
• Valley of the Kings: Your Main Entry Ticket Includes Access to 3 of the Following Open Tombs: KV1 (Ramesses VII), KV2 (Ramesses IV), KV6 (Ramesses IX), KV8 (Merenptah), KV14 (Tausert & Setnakht), KV15 (Sety II), KV16 (Ramesses I), KV43 (Thutmose IV), KV47 (Siptah). Optional Tombs (Available with Additional Ticket Purchase): KV9 (Ramesses V & VI), KV17 (Seti I), KV62 (Tutankhamun)

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