Half Day at west bank (Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of kings & Colossi of Memnon)
Discover the secrets of ancient Egypt & the kings of pharaohs in tombs & Temples. Qualified Egyptologist guide will accompany you to answer of all your questions.
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Half Day at west bank (Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of kings & Colossi of Memnon)
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What's included in Half Day at west bank (Hatshepsut Temple, Valley of kings & Colossi of Memnon)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Valley of the Kings
Our Egyptologist Guide will pick you up when you cross the Nile river towards the west bank. First visit to the Valley of the Kings, the valley contains 63 royal tombs within the New Kingdom era 1500 B.C. The reason of choosing the west bank in the burial, because of the dry environment, adequate Limestone queries and to keep their tombs and the royal mummies obscured from the robbers. The walls of these tombs are containing incredible carvings and inscriptions indicating the religious life of the Pharaohs.
Temple of Hatshepsut
Then proceed to Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. It is such a unique temple in its architectural style. Where it contains inscriptions of the royal journey to Puntland. And visions of the divine birth of the Queen Hatshepsut. The limestone mortuary temple of Hatshepsut was designed and constructed by the high priest and architecture Senenmut 1503 B.C.
Colossi of Memnon
Later you will be listening to the legendary story of Colossi of Memnon in a granary area. These gigantic statues are sculptured from sandstone. After finishing your enjoyable visit, you will get back to you hotel / Cruise.
Inclusions
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Pick up service & drop off
- Bottled water
- Sightseeing as mentioned
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tipping
- Anything not mentioned
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
