Full Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor (Private)
Full-day guided tours of Luxor are a great way to explore ancient sites on the East Bank and West Bank. With a qualified Egyptologist guide included in the price, along with lunch and comfortable, air-conditioned transportation, you can make the most of your time in Luxor and see the best monuments. This tour includes stops at the Valley of the Kings, the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon at Karnak, and the Luxor Temple.
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Full Day Tour to East and West Banks of Luxor (Private)
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Valley of The Kings
Located on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor, this small area contains a surprising amount of exquisitely decorated tombs of the kings of ancient Egypt. The Valley of the Kings is a tomb for the pharaohs of the 18th, 19th and 20th Dynasties (Heliopolis Kingdom). This desert valley contains the ancient tombs of many Egyptian pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, Ramesses II, Thutmose III, and Seti I, as well as powerful nobles and the wives and sons of the pharaohs. The Valley of the Kings consists of two valleys, the East Valley and the West Valley. Currently, the Valley of the Kings is a World Heritage Site.
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
The Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, located on Kings Valley Road in Luxor, Egypt, is one of the most well-known historical attractions in the country. Constructed during the 15th century BCE, the temple is dedicated to Amon-Ra, the sun god. Set against stark cliffs, the temple consists of three terraces, which feature rows of colonnades reminiscent of Classical architecture, and its interior includes paintings and hieroglyphics . The temple is a must-see for tourists visiting Luxor, and it is also included in most tour packages.
Colossi of Memnon
Colossi of Memnon Two colossal stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing in front of the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III, located in Thebes, Luxor, Egypt. These statues date back to 1350 BC and are made of blocks of quartzite sandstone that were quarried and transported from Jabal al-Ahmar (near present-day Cairo) to Thebes. The statues are located west of the modern city of Luxor and face east towards the Nile River. The statues depict the king seated on a throne and stand 60 feet high. The Colossus of Memnon has become one of the biggest tourist attractions in Luxor, gaining fame due to its majestic appearance and the mystical sounds emitted by the giant northern statue at sunrise, known as the "Vocal of Memnon." The origin of the Colossians is unknown. , but legend has it that it brought good luck to those who listened to its strange sounds.
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- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Luxor
- Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle
- Entry\Admission to Colossi of Memnon
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Entrance tickets
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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