Luxor West Bank

Luxor Travels - Day 1:

In the morning, the operator will arrange a pickup from Luxor airport or your hotel/port in Luxor for a fully guided tour lasting approximately 6 hours. The first stop is the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s West Bank. This ancient burial ground features tombs carved into the Theban mountains. Visitors will explore 3 tombs from various dynasties, with guidance from an Egyptologist who will offer recommendations on which tombs to visit. Following the tomb visits, the tour continues to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the only woman to have ruled Egypt as pharaoh. The tour concludes with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, the largest ancient statues in Egypt. After the tour, guests will be returned to their hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Day 2:

On the second day, there is an option for a hot air balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings Necropolis of Thebes West Bank, subject to additional cost and weather conditions (100 USD per person). After breakfast, guests will be picked up for a guided 4-hour tour to Karnak on Luxor’s East Bank. Karnak is a temple complex built over various reigns, beginning with the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus motifs, as well as the Granite Scarab of Amenophis III. Karnak is considered one of Egypt’s most stunning ancient monuments. The tour then proceeds to Luxor Temple, dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu, where visitors can see the granite statues of Ramses the Great. These temples are essential for any Luxor traveler. At each site, the Egyptologist guide will provide information, and there will be free time to explore independently. After the tour, guests will be returned to their hotel in Luxor.

Valley of the Kings - In the morning, guests will be picked up from their central Luxor hotel or harbor by an air-conditioned vehicle for an 8-hour guided tour. The first stop is the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s West Bank, a must-see for visitors. The tour includes visits to four royal tombs, such as the Tomb of Ramses, the Tomb of Horemheb, and the Tomb of Merenptah.

Tomb of Ramses III - The tomb of Ramesses III, known as KV 11, is a complex in the Valley of the Kings. Known since antiquity, it features beautifully painted sunken reliefs with traditional ritual texts (Litany of Ra, Book of Gates, etc.) and depictions of Ramses before the gods. Unique secular scenes in the entrance corridor’s side rooms show foreign tributes, detailed pottery from the Aegean, the royal armory, boats, and the blind harpists, giving the tomb its alternative name: ‘Tomb of the Harpers.’

Tomb of Ramses IX - The Tomb of King Ramesses IX, the third pharaoh of the Twentieth Dynasty of the New Kingdom of Ancient Egypt, was originally named Amonhirkhopshef. As the fifth son of Ramesses III, he became crown prince in the twenty-second year of his father’s reign after his four elder brothers predeceased him. The tomb is richly decorated, with vibrant colors and intricate details, including a ceiling with the goddess Nut. The sarcophagus is one of the largest in the valley, and despite some deterioration, it remains one of the most ornate.

Tomb of Merenptah - In Egyptian mythology, Ptah is the demiurge of Memphis, god of craftsmen and architects. In its falcon form, the new deity was placed in tombs to accompany and protect the dead on their journey to Luxor’s West. Tomb 8, located in the Valley of the Kings, was the burial site of Pharaoh Merneptah, a model for royal tombs. Merneptah was a son of Ramesses II and Queen Isis-Nofret. Discovered by Howard Carter in 1903, the tomb features fewer lateral rooms and significantly taller corridors and rooms. The jogged axis used since Horemheb’s time was replaced with a single axis, and the entrance was made wider than earlier tombs.

Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut) - King Tutankhamun, the world’s most famous king, ascended the throne at around 10 years old and died at 19. Visitors can see his royal mummy in his tomb in the Valley of the Kings.

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - After visiting the tombs, guests will be transported to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el Bahari), the only woman to have ruled Egypt as Pharaoh. She was an ancestor of King Tutankhamun and belonged to the same dynasty.

Colossi of Memnon - The Colossi of Memnon, the largest ancient statues in Egypt, date back to the era of King Amenhotep III.

Tombs of the Nobles - Tombs of the Nobles, Thebes, Al Asasif Egypt, pass by without stopping.

Howard Carter House - Howard Carter House, near the Valley of the Kings West Side, Luxor Egypt, pass by without stopping.

Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II) - Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramses II), West Bank, Luxor Egypt, pass by without stopping.

Tomb of Ramses VI - Tomb of Ramses VI, Valley of the Kings West Bank, Luxor Egypt, pass by without stopping.

Mummification Museum - Mummification Museum, Corniche El Nil St. Opposite Mina Palace Hotel, Luxor Egypt, pass by without stopping.

Valley of the Nobles - Valley of the Nobles, West Bank near Ramesseum Gurna, Luxor Egypt, pass by without stopping.

Temple of Amun - Temple of Amun, Temple of Karnak complex, Luxor Egypt, 2 hours.

Temple of Ramesses III, Karnak - Temple of Ramesses III, Karnak, Luxor Egypt, 10 minutes.

Luxor East Bank Karnak and Luxor Temples

Temple of Karnak - At Karnak, visitors can explore one of the world’s greatest architectural masterpieces, the Karnak Temple complex on Luxor’s East Bank. This complex, built over various reigns, includes the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with 134 massive columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Thutmose I, the Temple of Amon with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarab of Amenophis III, and the Sacred Lake. Karnak is considered one of Egypt’s most beautiful ancient monuments.

Temple of Ramesses III, Karnak - At Karnak, visitors can explore one of the world’s greatest architectural masterpieces, the Karnak Temple complex on Luxor’s East Bank. This complex, built over various reigns, includes the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall with 134 massive columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Thutmose I, the Temple of Amon with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarab of Amenophis III, and the Sacred Lake. Karnak is considered one of Egypt’s most beautiful ancient monuments.

Obelisk of Thutmose I - Obelisk of Thutmose I, part of the Karnak Temple complex.

Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut - The Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Thutmose I, part of the Karnak Temple complex, adorned with lotus and papyrus designs.

Luxor Temple - Luxor Temple, dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu, features granite statues of Ramses the Great. These ancient temples are essential for Luxor travelers.

Avenue of Sphinxes - The Avenue of Sphinxes, a spectacular avenue stretching from Luxor to Karnak, originally spanned 3 kilometers. Today, it is a few hundred meters long but remains impressive. This avenue once connected the Karnak and Luxor temples, with sphinxes lining both sides.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Private tour
• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
• Qualified Egyptologist guide

• Tickets not included.
• Entrance fees
• Gratuities

This experience provides two half-day tours that explore the most renowned landmarks on both the East and West Banks of Luxor. Key attractions include the Valley of the Kings (Necropolis of Thebes), the remarkable Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the towering Colossi of Memnon, and the magnificent Karnak and Luxor Temples.

What makes this tour unique is the chance to take an optional hot air balloon ride before the tour begins, gliding over the ancient West Bank and the Valley of the Kings—an unforgettable way to view the necropolis from above (subject to weather conditions and additional cost).

Participants will be guided by a licensed Egyptologist and travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a rich, personalized, and stress-free experience.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.