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Full-Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor
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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Explore the rich heritage of Luxor on a private tour that effortlessly combines both the East and West Banks of the Nile River. Begin your adventure with a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a relaxed experience as you travel between Luxor's top attractions. On the West Bank, marvel at the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll visit the grand tombs of ancient pharaohs, including the option to explore the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. Next, witness the imposing Colossi of Memnon, the massive statues that have stood for millennia, and explore the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh. Crossing to the East Bank, delve into...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private tour
Expert Tour guide in all the historical sites indicated in the program
Entrance fees in all attractions
Bottle of Mineral Water
Pick up services from your hotel and return
All service charges and taxes
Gratuities
Full-Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor
Luxor
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Explore the rich heritage of Luxor on a private tour that effortlessly combines both the East and West Banks of the Nile River. Begin your adventure with a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a relaxed experience as you travel between Luxor's top attractions. On the West Bank, marvel at the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll visit the grand tombs of ancient pharaohs, including the option to explore the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. Next, witness the imposing Colossi of Memnon, the massive statues that have stood for millennia, and explore the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh. Crossing to the East Bank, delve into...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private tour
Expert Tour guide in all the historical sites indicated in the program
Entrance fees in all attractions
Bottle of Mineral Water
Pick up services from your hotel and return
All service charges and taxes
Gratuities
Itinerary
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Valley of the Kings
Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your Luxor hotel. Relax in your private, air-conditioned vehicle as you head to your first destination: Valley of the Kings a vast necropolis that houses dozens of ancient tombs. Here, you have the option to purchase admission to one of the world's most famous tombs, that of **Tutankhamun**, offering a rare glimpse into the life of the boy king.
2 hours
2
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Next, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, the stunning mortuary temple dedicated to Egypt’s only female pharaoh.
2 hours
3
Colossi of Memnon
The tour then takes you to the Colossi of Memnon where you’ll marvel at the towering twin statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which have stood for over 3,000 years.
30 minutes
4
Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple is located on the East Bank of the Nile, in the heart of modern Luxor. It was originally constructed by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramses II. This temple is renowned for its impressive entrance, marked by a pair of colossal statues of Ramses II, and its grandiose pylon, which stands as a gateway to the temple's inner sanctum. The temple's layout includes a vast courtyard, hypostyle hall, and several chapels, all adorned with intricate carvings and hieroglyphs that depict the king's divine role and religious rituals. One of the temple’s highlights is the avenue of sphinxes that once connected Luxor Temple to Karnak Temple, symbolizing the divine connection between the two sacred sites.
2 hours
5
Temple of Karnak
Karnak Temple, located about 2.5 kilometers north of Luxor Temple, is the largest ancient religious site ever constructed. It served as the main center of worship for the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Karnak’s vast complex, which spans over 100 hectares, includes a series of temples, chapels, and pylons, each showcasing different periods of Egyptian history. The most impressive features of Karnak are the Great Hypostyle Hall, with its 134 massive columns, and the Obelisk of Hatshepsut, a towering monument carved from a single piece of granite. The temple’s construction spanned over 2,000 years, with successive pharaohs contributing to its expansion and embellishment.
2 hours
6
Luxor
The tour concludes with a comfortable return to your Luxor hotel, leaving you with memories of some of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks.