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Discover the highlights of ancient Luxor and the fascinating Dendera Temple on a full-day private tour from Luxor. Begin your journey with a visit to the beautifully preserved Dendera Temple, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Return to Luxor to explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, then cross to the West Bank to discover the legendary Valley of the Kings and the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. With a private Egyptologist guide, comfortable transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through thousands of years of Egyptian history.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up is available from anywhere you choose in Luxor
Itinerary
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1Luxor
Your day begins with pickup from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor. Meet your private Egyptologist guide and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle .
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Valley of the Kings
Cross to Luxor's West Bank and visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of many New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore the beautifully decorated tombs carved into the surrounding mountains and see colorful hieroglyphics, religious scenes, and ancient inscriptions. Your guide will explain the beliefs and burial traditions of the ancient Egyptian kings.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Cross to Luxor's West Bank to visit the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Built into the cliffs of the Theban mountains, the temple features broad terraces, long ramps, elegant columns, and detailed reliefs. Learn about Queen Hatshepsut and her remarkable reign as one of ancient Egypt's most powerful female rulers.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Colossi of Memnon
Visit the Colossi of Memnon, the two largest ancient statues in Egypt, dating back to the era of King Amenhotep III.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Temple of Karnak
Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple, a sprawling complex of Temples, Chapels, Pylons, Obelisks, and Sanctuaries covering over 400 hectares – enough space for 10 Cathedrals. Karnak served multiple functions, acting as an intellectual center and a testament to the devotion of every notable pharaoh to Amun. It evolved, becoming one of the largest and most spectacular temple complexes in the ancient world.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
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Travel to the Denderah in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, setting the stage for a day filled with history and grandeur.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Visit the Temple of Hathor at Denderah, showcasing a fabulous astronomical ceiling and nearly intact rooftop sanctuaries. Denderah provides a unique insight into solar rituals and how Greek and Roman rulers identified with the Pharaohs and deities of Ancient Egypt.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
8Luxor
The return journey from Dendera Temple to Luxor
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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