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Luxor Half-day Tour, featuring the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. This expertly guided tour offers a captivating glimpse into the lives and legacies of Egypt's legendary rulers.
Begin your adventure with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of pharaohs lie carved deep into desert hillsides. Discover hidden chambers and ancient inscriptions that speak volumes of power and eternity.
Next, stand before the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel dedicated to one of Egypt’s most successful and iconic female pharaohs. Marvel at its grandeur and learn how Queen Hatshepsut defied convention to rule with wisdom and vision.
Finally, visit the imposing Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues that once guarded a lost temple and now stand as silent sentinels of a glorious past.
Led by a knowledgeable Egyptologist, this half-day tour blends history, archaeology, and culture into an experience that will leave you inspired.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Flexible pick-up available from your preferred location in Luxor
Itinerary
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1Valley of the Kings
Your day begins with pickup from your Luxor hotel by our professional Egyptologist guide. Cross the Nile to the West Bank, where your exploration of the Theban Necropolis begins. The Valley of the Kings is home to the tombs of more than 60 New Kingdom pharaohs, including powerful rulers like Ramses II, Seti I, and the boy king Tutankhamun. Delve into three handpicked tombs (included in your ticket), admiring vivid wall paintings that depict scenes of the afterlife, sacred rituals, and the journey to immortality. For those interested in visiting the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun, access is available for an additional fee. Your guide will share intriguing facts about burial customs, mummification, and the discovery of these incredible sites.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Next, you'll head to the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, where the awe-inspiring Temple of Hatshepsut rises in harmony with the surrounding mountains. This unique structure was commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's few and most successful female pharaohs. Explore the temple's three levels, connected by long ramps and adorned with beautiful reliefs detailing Hatshepsut's divine birth and trading expeditions to the land of Punt. Learn how she portrayed herself as a male ruler to legitimize her reign and how her legacy was almost erased by her successors.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Colossi of Memnon
On your return to Luxor, make a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III. These statues once flanked the entrance of a grand mortuary temple that has mostly vanished over time. Standing at over 20 meters tall, the Colossi have become iconic symbols of Luxor’s western bank. As you wrap up your tour, enjoy insights from your guide into the history, legends, and mysteries of this ancient land. You'll be transported back to your hotel filled with memories of an extraordinary journey into the heart of Egypt's golden age.
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
- Entrance fees Valley of the Kings to be bought on site separately per person
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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.
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