Discover the secrets of ancient Thebes on this Luxor West Bank Day Tour. Step into the world of pharaohs as you explore the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings, the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the legendary Colossi of Memnon. With an expert Egyptologist guide by your side, this tour brings history to life and offers an unforgettable journey into Egypt’s Golden Age.
Itinerary
Discover the secrets of ancient Thebes on this Luxor West Bank Day Tour. Step into the world of pharaohs as you explore the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings
Morning: Valley of the Kings
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or Nile Cruise in a private A/C vehicle. Begin with the Valley of the Kings, the ancient royal necropolis where more than 60 tombs lie hidden in the desert cliffs. Enter three tombs included in the ticket, each decorated with vibrant hieroglyphs depicting the Pharaohs’ journey to the afterlife. Optional entry to King Tutankhamun’s tomb is available.
Midday: Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Continue to Deir el-Bahari to visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece with terraces blending into the limestone cliffs. Learn about the reign of Egypt’s first female pharaoh and admire the detailed reliefs that celebrate her achievements.
Afternoon: Colossi of Memnon
End your tour at the famous Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood for more than 3,000 years, guarding the entrance of his lost temple.
After the visit, return comfortably to your hotel or cruise in Luxor.