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Luxor West Bank Tour: Valley of the Kings & Medinet Habu Temple
Luxor
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Travelers will explore Luxor’s most impressive monuments on the West Bank, where ancient history comes to life. Begin your journey in the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs, where beautifully decorated tombs reveal the secrets of the afterlife.
Continue to the elegant Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, honoring one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers.
Next, visit the majestic Medinet Habu Temple, dedicated to King Ramesses III — famous for its massive pylons, colorful wall reliefs, and detailed carvings that remain remarkably well-preserved after more than 3,000 years.
Finally, stop at...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English Licensed Egyptologist Guide ( If Option Selected )(other languages for 30 USD)
Bottled water
( west bank & airport with additional cost)
Tipping
Entry tickets (1410 L.E)
Luxor West Bank Tour: Valley of the Kings & Medinet Habu Temple
Luxor
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Travelers will explore Luxor’s most impressive monuments on the West Bank, where ancient history comes to life. Begin your journey in the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs, where beautifully decorated tombs reveal the secrets of the afterlife.
Continue to the elegant Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, honoring one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers.
Next, visit the majestic Medinet Habu Temple, dedicated to King Ramesses III — famous for its massive pylons, colorful wall reliefs, and detailed carvings that remain remarkably well-preserved after more than 3,000 years.
Finally, stop at...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English Licensed Egyptologist Guide ( If Option Selected )(other languages for 30 USD)
Bottled water
( west bank & airport with additional cost)
Tipping
Entry tickets (1410 L.E)
Itinerary
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Valley of the Kings
Step into the heart of ancient Egypt with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in Luxor, Egypt. This extraordinary archaeological site, once the royal burial ground for pharaohs and powerful nobles, offers a captivating glimpse into the grandeur of Egypt's New Kingdom (16th to 11th century BC).
3 minutes
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The Temple of Mentuhotep II at Deir el-Bahri
Unveil the grandeur of ancient Egypt at the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece dedicated to one of Egypt’s most iconic female pharaohs. Nestled against the rugged cliffs of Deir el-Bahari in Luxor, this stunning mortuary temple features terraces, colonnades, and intricate carvings that celebrate Hatshepsut’s reign and divine legacy. A visit to the Temple of Hatshepsut is an unmissable journey into ancient Egyptian history and art.
2 hours
3
Temple of Medinat Habu
Travelers will explore the magnificent Medinet Habu Temple, one of Luxor’s hidden gems and among the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt. Dedicated to King Ramesses III, this vast complex is famous for its towering pylons, detailed carvings, and remarkably vivid wall paintings that still retain their original colors after more than 3,000 years.
As visitors walk through its grand courtyards and decorated halls, they’ll discover scenes depicting the king’s victories in battle, daily life in ancient Egypt, and religious rituals honoring the gods.
With an expert Egyptologist guide, travelers will gain a deeper understanding of the art, symbolism, and stories carved into every wall — making Medinet Habu a truly unforgettable stop on the West Bank of Luxor.
1 hour
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Colossi of Memnon
Standing tall on the west bank of the Nile, the Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have watched over Luxor for more than 3,400 years. These towering monuments, each 18 meters (60 feet) high, were originally part of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III, now lost to time.
