Egypt · Archaeology

8-Hour Luxor Ancient Temples Tour with Valley of the Kings

8 Hours Round trip from Luxor Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, including those of Tutmosis I and Tut-Ankh-Amon
  • 02 Marvel at the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the only pharaonic woman to rule ancient Egypt
  • 03 See the famous Colossi of Memnon, the surviving remains of the temple of Amenophis III
  • 04 Visit Karnak Temples, the largest sacred complex ever built by man
  • 05 Discover the Temple of Luxor in the heart of ancient Luxor, dedicated to the god Amun-Re

Discover Luxor's most iconic ancient sites in 8 hours, from the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon on the west bank. Continue to the east bank to explore Karnak Temples, the largest sacred complex ever built by man, and the Temple of Luxor in the heart of ancient Luxor. This tour offers a deeper understanding of the city's remarkable pharaonic heritage.

Discover Luxor's most iconic ancient sites in 8 hours, from the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon on the west bank.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Luxor
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Luxor West and East Bank Ancient Wonders

  • Pick up from your hotel in Luxor or Nile Cruise by your tour guide, then transfer to the west bank.

  • Visit the Valley of the Kings, a magnificent burial site known for the grandeur of its architecture, where many kings were laid to rest.

  • Discover tombs such as those of King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, Tut-Ankh-Amon, King Ramssess VI, King Mrenptah, and Amenhotep II.

  • Marvel at the beauty of the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the only pharaonic woman who ruled ancient Egypt. Her temple was built as a dedication to God Amon-Re, who, according to her legend, was Hatshepsut's father.

  • Head to the famous Colossi of Memnon, the only remains of the temple of Amenophis III.

  • Continue driving to the east bank of Luxor and have lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Move on to explore the Karnak Temples, the largest and most sacred complex ever built by man.

  • Visit the Temple of Luxor, located in the heart of ancient Luxor and, like Karnak, dedicated to the god Amun-Re.

  • Drive back to your hotel or Nile Cruise in Luxor.

Valley of the Kings royal tombs, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon on the west bank, Karnak Temples

Where this trip takes you

Valley of the Kings royal tombs, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon on the west bank, Karnak Temples

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Luxor 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up service from your hotel or Nile Cruise and return

  • Qualified Egyptologist tour guide

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle

  • Entrance fees

What's Not Included

  • Any extras

  • Tipping

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Egypt
Tour start
Luxor, Luxor Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Luxor.

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