Luxor West Bank Tour Valley of the Kings Hatshepsut and Memnon

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the legendary West Bank of Luxor on a carefully planned half-day tour that reveals the burial grounds and mortuary temples of ancient Egypt’s most powerful rulers. This experience is ideal for travelers with limited time who still want to see Luxor’s most important archaeological sites in comfort and depth. Accompanied by a licensed Egyptologist guide, you will visit royal tombs, impressive temple architecture, and iconic monuments that illustrate the beliefs, artistry, and daily life of the ancient world. With hotel or Nile cruise pickup, air-conditioned transportation, and clear historical explanations, this tour offers a smooth and enriching introduction to Luxor’s timeless heritage.

What's Included

Air-conditioned transportation
Bottled water during the tour
Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off
Valley of Kinds (should be paid directly on site)
Queen Hatshepsut Temple (should be paid directly on site)

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup is available from all hotels, Nile cruises, and private accommodations in Luxor. Please be ready in your hotel lobby or cruise reception at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Pickup time will be confirmed after booking, depending on your location and tour schedule.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Valley of the Kings

    The first stop is the world-renowned Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs. Hidden within the desert hills, this valley contains elaborately decorated tombs carved deep into the rock. You will enter several royal tombs included with the standard ticket, where vivid wall paintings depict scenes from ancient funerary texts such as the Book of the Dead and the Amduat. Your guide will explain the symbolism behind the artwork, the burial rituals of the pharaohs, and the reasons the kings chose this remote valley for their eternal resting place.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

    Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, one of the most impressive architectural achievements in Egypt. Built into towering limestone cliffs, this terraced mortuary temple honors Egypt’s most successful female ruler. Walk through its grand colonnades and open courtyards while learning about Queen Hatshepsut’s reign, her divine legitimacy, and her famous expedition to the Land of Punt. The harmony between the temple and its natural surroundings makes this site a highlight of the West Bank.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Colossi of Memnon

    Next, stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have guarded the Theban plain for over 3,000 years. Although the mortuary temple they once protected has largely disappeared, the statues remain an enduring symbol of ancient power. Your guide will share stories and legends associated with the Colossi, including the ancient belief that one statue “sang” at sunrise.

    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
Supplied by Trip to Luxor

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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