Your full-day tour of Luxor begins with a morning pickup from your hotel or Nile cruise by a professional driver and licensed Egyptologist guide. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring comfort throughout the day as you explore the most important temples on both sides of the Nile.

Begin with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, the burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore a selection of richly decorated tombs carved deep into the mountains, where wall paintings depict ancient beliefs about death, rebirth, and the journey to the afterlife. Your guide explains burial rituals, symbolism, and the importance of these sacred texts.

Next, visit the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, a terraced mortuary temple set against dramatic limestone cliffs. Dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler, the temple is renowned for its architectural harmony and detailed reliefs showing trade expeditions and divine birth scenes.

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that once guarded a grand mortuary complex. After a final photo stop.

After completing the West Bank visits, enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant (lunch included), allowing time to rest before the West Bank exploration.

Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt. Walk through the monumental pylons and enter the famous Hypostyle Hall, where towering columns covered with hieroglyphs illustrate scenes of divine worship and royal power. Your guide explains how Karnak evolved over centuries, reflecting the ambitions of numerous pharaohs who contributed to its expansion. Explore sacred lakes, obelisks, and chapels dedicated mainly to the god Amun-Ra.

Before concluding the tour, continue to Luxor Temple, located in the heart of modern Luxor. This temple played a key role in royal ceremonies and festivals, particularly the annual Opet Festival. Admire the colossal statues of Ramses II, elegant colonnades, and the remnants of the Avenue of Sphinxes that once connected Luxor Temple to Karnak. Learn how the temple remained significant through ancient, Roman, and later periods.

Relax during the drive back to your hotel or Nile cruise, completing a comprehensive exploration of Luxor’s East and West Bank temples.