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Ancient Thebes Tour: Explore Hidden Treasures
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115 Ratings
Luxor
Explore Luxor’s West Bank with an Egyptologist, uncovering hidden gems like Medinet Habu and Deir el-Medina. Dive deep into ancient Thebes’ soul.
Explore Luxor’s West Bank with an Egyptologist, uncovering hidden gems like Medinet Habu and Deir el-Medina. Dive deep into ancient Thebes’ soul.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Temple of Medinet Habu - Start your adventure at Medinet Habu, a hidden treasure on the West Bank. Experience the towering pylons, vibrant battle reliefs, and the majestic aura of this mortuary temple of Ramses III. Your guide will vividly narrate the tales of triumph and retribution etched into the massive sandstone walls, often overlooked by…
- Temple of Medinet Habu - Start your adventure at Medinet Habu, a hidden treasure on the West Bank. Experience the towering pylons, vibrant battle reliefs, and the majestic aura of this mortuary temple of Ramses III. Your guide will vividly narrate the tales of triumph and retribution etched into the massive sandstone walls, often overlooked by many visitors.
- Valley of the Kings - Enter the domain of Egypt’s most influential pharaohs. With your guide’s insightful commentary, delve into the intricately adorned tombs carved deep into the Theban cliffs. Each chamber unveils the artistry and beliefs of ancient Egyptians, featuring pharaohs like Ramses VI and Merenptah. An optional ticket to King Tutankhamun’s tomb is available for those keen to witness the boy king’s final resting place.
- Valley of the Queens - Though less frequented, this serene necropolis is equally enchanting, revealing a gentler aspect of Egypt’s royal heritage. Explore the vibrant tombs of royal wives and children, particularly the renowned tomb of Queen Nefertari (entry extra), celebrated for its unparalleled beauty and preservation.
- Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - Dramatically carved into the cliffs, this impressive terraced temple pays tribute to Egypt’s most accomplished female pharaoh. Stroll through the colonnaded halls as your guide shares stories of power, ambition, and divine birth that Hatshepsut used to legitimize her reign.
- Valley of the Artisans (Deir el-Medina) - Conclude your day at the village of the tomb builders. At Deir el-Medina, explore the modest yet beautifully adorned tombs of the workers who constructed the nearby grand monuments. Their stories, inscribed on humble walls, provide an intimate glimpse into daily life in ancient Egypt.
What's Included
- Entry Fees (if price option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
- Bottle Water
- Lunch (if price option selected)
- Entry Fees (if price option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
- Bottle Water
- Lunch (if price option selected)
What's Not Included
- Any additions not mentioned
- Tipping
- Any additions not mentioned
- Tipping
Additional Information
This is more than just a list of tombs and temples—it’s an immersive exploration into the hidden essence of ancient Thebes. Guided by an enthusiastic Egyptologist, participants will go beyond the usual attractions to discover lesser-known gems such as Medinet Habu and the artisan tombs of Deir el-Medina. With private hotel pickup, adaptable pacing, and…
This is more than just a list of tombs and temples—it’s an immersive exploration into the hidden essence of ancient Thebes. Guided by an enthusiastic Egyptologist, participants will go beyond the usual attractions to discover lesser-known gems such as Medinet Habu and the artisan tombs of Deir el-Medina. With private hotel pickup, adaptable pacing, and engaging storytelling that ties each location together, this full-day West Bank tour provides a more intimate, comprehensive journey through Egypt’s regal history. Perfect for travelers seeking more than the basics—this adventure vividly brings the pharaohs and their people to life.
Location
Temple of Medinat Habu
Al Bairat,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(115 Ratings)
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Lisa_m
Feb 26, 2026
Sayed gamal was our guide... - Sayed gamal was our guide for this amazing tour. Sayed was extremely knowledgeable. I learned so much from him. He managed the lines for us so we could maximize our time in the tombs. Sayed was passionate about Egyptian history, which made the experience so much better. I highly recommend a tour book with Sayed. The lunch was delicious too. The driver Tamer was excellent, he expertly maneuvered the traffic at the sites, always there at the correct time and dropping us off close even though there were lots of cars and buses.
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508morganj
Feb 20, 2026
Good and comprehensive tour - We had a great time with Mena. Very informative and looked after us. We managed to see many sites on the west bank of the river, a lot more than was offered in other tours. Mena will give you the option to purchase any other additional admissions that you want to see and while seeing the sites he will give you time on your own to explore and take your own time.
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E9932dbangelaf
Feb 19, 2026
An excellent tour guide and fantastic tour - Angie was our tour guide for the day and she was excellent. The very clean, modern minibus came to pick us up on time. On the advice of Angie, we reversed the order of the trip. This meant we missed crowds and avoided long queues in all of the places we visited. Angie explained the history of Egyptian Pharaohs for context and then explained each place as we visited. She was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We had an absolutely brilliant day the places we visited were incredible - valley of the kings, queens, artisans, and 3 other temples - and our day was made so easy and interesting by Angie. We highly recommend her and this tour. Brilliant!
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D3007rfmicheles
Feb 19, 2026
Excellent West Bank tour - We had a wonderful tour of the West Bank sites together with our very knowledgeable and friendly guide, Ereen and excellent driver. We enjoyed the day visiting all the key sites and it was very helpful to tour with a guide and driver for the day. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch at the end of the tour. Highly recommend!!
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Simonhb5800mm
Feb 19, 2026
A half day in the West Bank. - Kirolos was our driver. He was an excellent driver and the car was clean and comfortable. His English was good so I did not need to try and make him understand. He was happy to take us to where we wanted to go which were very specific place and waited for us. He was always polite and we liked hearing about his friend in Wales. We had him for two days and he was very kind and bought some sweets for our granddaughter. I recommend him to everyone.
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Mike
Feb 19, 2026
Beat the Crowds and get personal attention. - If you are going to do a tour of the Valley of the Kings and West Bank only once in your life and you’re interested in history, this tour is a must!
We did the tour with the excellent Egyptologist Emad Roshdy, who has a very good way of explaining the complicated history of Ancient Egypt in a very simple way that anybody can understand. This really made our trip one of the highlights of our tour.
His knowledge is remarkable and happy to answer many questions on any subject, which also helped us to understand the culture and many other aspects of this crazy country and what its people have gone through.
It’s an early start but you certainly beat the crowds and the heat of the afternoon and the car drive was lovely.
Our car driver Ahmed and general organisation was also outstanding. If I could give it more stars I would.
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852alicia
Feb 19, 2026
Great tour good places - Tour was good both Bahaa and Ahmed were very knowledgeable and helpful. Great experience and high recommended.
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Alasyolasecuador
Feb 18, 2026
West Bank Brilliance - Great hassle free experience. Emad was a fantastic and very knowledgeable guide who explained everything and answered any questions we had. Lunch was beautiful and each stop at the attractions was just the right length of time. Well worth the price for what you get.
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Jayhurns
Feb 18, 2026
The best driver in Luxor! - We had an incredible time in Luxor thanks to ena. He was much more than just a driver—he made our entire tour comfortable, safe, and stress-free. His driving is excellent, and he has a great personality that made the long trips feel short and fun. If you’re visiting Luxor, do yourself a favor and ask for Mena!
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Leonorah419
Feb 20, 2026
Pleasant - Did the tour with Mena Gmail as the guide, he is friendly and funny. Waking up at 5am in the morning was worth it as it was cooler and less crowded.
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