Luxor, often called the "world's greatest open-air museum," is an essential destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the grandeur of ancient Egypt. On the Nile's West Bank, the Valley of the Kings offers a journey into the afterlife, with richly decorated tombs of pharaohs like Tutankhamun, revealing intricate funerary art and beliefs. Nearby, the majestic Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari stands as a testament to a powerful female pharaoh, its terraced architecture seamlessly blending with the dramatic cliffs. The enigmatic Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues of Amenhotep III, quietly guard the remains of his once-grand mortuary temple. Crossing to the East Bank, the...
Highlights
From 9 hours to 12 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 12 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Qualified licensed driver
Private Egyptologist tour guide
Round-trip transfer
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up and drop-off services
Gratuities
Entrance fees
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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Luxor, often called the "world's greatest open-air museum," is an essential destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the grandeur of ancient Egypt. On the Nile's West Bank, the Valley of the Kings offers a journey into the afterlife, with richly decorated tombs of pharaohs like Tutankhamun, revealing intricate funerary art and beliefs. Nearby, the majestic Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari stands as a testament to a powerful female pharaoh, its terraced architecture seamlessly blending with the dramatic cliffs. The enigmatic Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues of Amenhotep III, quietly guard the remains of his once-grand mortuary temple. Crossing to the East Bank, the...
Highlights
From 9 hours to 12 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 12 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Qualified licensed driver
Private Egyptologist tour guide
Round-trip transfer
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up and drop-off services
Gratuities
Entrance fees
Itinerary
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Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings, nestled in a desolate wadi on the Nile's West Bank, served as the primary burial ground for pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom (c. 1550–1070 BCE). This secret necropolis, with over 60 known tombs, was chosen to protect royal resting places from tomb robbers, a stark contrast to the earlier, more visible pyramids. Each rock-cut tomb is a masterpiece of art and religious belief, adorned with intricate hieroglyphs and vibrant paintings depicting the deceased's journey through the afterlife, guided by texts like the Amduat and the Book of Gates
2 hours
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Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Dominating the landscape at Deir el-Bahari, the Temple of Hatshepsut is a striking example of ancient Egyptian architectural innovation. Built for the formidable female pharaoh Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty, this mortuary temple rises in three grand terraces, seamlessly blending with the towering limestone cliffs behind it. Its design, influenced by the adjacent temple of Mentuhotep II, features extensive colonnades and ramps. Detailed reliefs within the temple narrate Hatshepsut's divine birth, her famed expedition to the land of Punt, and various religious ceremonies, asserting her legitimacy as a ruler who effectively defied conventions.
1 hour
3
Colossi of Memnon
Further east, standing as silent sentinels on the West Bank, are the Colossi of Memnon. These two colossal stone statues depict Pharaoh Amenhotep III (18th Dynasty) seated on his throne, hands resting on his knees, gazing eastward towards the Nile. Originally guarding the entrance to his vast mortuary temple—the largest ever built in Egypt, though now largely ruined—these 18-meter-high quartzite statues weighed over 700 tons each. T
30 minutes
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Temple of Karnak
Finally, on the East Bank, lies the sprawling Temple of Karnak, a city of temples built over 2,000 years and dedicated primarily to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. As the largest religious building ever constructed, it served not only as a cult temple but also as a treasury, administrative center, and royal palace during the New Kingdom. Its awe-inspiring scale includes the colossal Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns, towering obelisks, and a sacred lake. Karnak was the epicentre of ancient Egyptian faith and a testament to the continuous devotion and ambition of successive pharaohs who sought to leave their mark on this sacred site.
