Private Tow Days Tour of Luxor West and East Banks

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
West bank of Luxor tour
3 stops
1
Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings is an ancient burial ground located in Luxor, Egypt. It is the site of the tombs of many of Egypt's most famous pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Seti I. The Valley of the Kings was used as a burial site for over 500 years, from the 16th to 11th centuries BC. It is now a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
2
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
The Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari is an ancient funerary temple located in the Theban Necropolis on the west bank of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. It was built by the 18th Dynasty Pharaoh Hatshepsut, who ruled from 1479 to 1458 BC. The temple was dedicated to Amun and was designed to serve as a mortuary temple for her burial. It is considered one of the most beautiful monuments in Egypt and is one of the most visited sites in Luxor. The temple consists of three terraces connected by ramps and surrounded by a high wall. The first terrace contains a colonnade with Hathor-headed columns, while the second terrace contains a series of chapels dedicated to various gods and goddesses. The third terrace contains a large sanctuary dedicated to Amun-Re, which is decorated with reliefs depicting Hatshepsut's divine birth and her divine lineage.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who reigned in Egypt during the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom. The statues are located in the Theban Necropolis, on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor. They are made from quartzite sandstone and stand at around 18 meters (60 feet) tall. They depict Amenhotep III seated on a throne with his hands resting on his knees. The statues are believed to have been built around 1350 BC and were originally part of a larger mortuary temple complex dedicated to Amenhotep III. The statues have been damaged over time due to earthquakes and other natural disasters, but they still remain impressive monuments to ancient Egyptian art and culture.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
East bank of Luxor
2 stops
4
Temple of Karnak
The Temple of Karnak is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in Luxor. It is one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt and was constructed over a period of more than 2000 years, beginning during the Middle Kingdom (2040-1782 BC). The complex consists of three main temples, several smaller temples, and numerous other structures. The most famous structure at Karnak is the Great Temple of Amun, which was dedicated to the god Amun-Ra. Other notable structures include the Hypostyle Hall, which features 134 massive columns, and the Sacred Lake, which was used for religious ceremonies.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
5
Luxor Temple
Visit The Luxor Temple is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in the city of Luxor. It was originally built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II in the 14th century BC, and it was dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. The temple complex consists of two main temples, a smaller temple dedicated to Mut, and several other smaller structures. The main temple is known for its impressive columns and statues, as well as its many hieroglyphic inscriptions. The temple complex also includes a large courtyard with a sacred lake, which was used for religious ceremonies. Luxor Temple is one of the most visited sites in Egypt due to its historical importance and its stunning architecture.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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